Where and when to watch classic holiday TV specials for free
Once again, enjoy the holiday classics and antics of some of your favorite Christmas characters for free online or on air.
Once again, enjoy the holiday classics and antics of some of your favorite Christmas characters for free online or on air.
BBB offers guidance on avoiding online scams ahead of holiday shopping
The Better Business Bureau is now warning people, especially those who shop online, to beware of holiday shopping scams
The Better Business Bureau is now warning people, especially those who shop online, to beware of holiday shopping scams
When should you hang Christmas lights? Survey reveals where Americans stand
Most Americans prefer to hang up their Christmas lights in this specific timeframe, according to the survey. A minority said they display their yuletide cheer even before Halloween.
Most Americans prefer to hang up their Christmas lights in this specific timeframe, according to the survey. A minority said they display their yuletide cheer even before Halloween.
Cyber Monday purchases impacted by inflation, delaying shipments
Many, if not all of us, have been conditioned to expect free and fast shipping but stubborn inflation has made so many things more expensive and is also hitting retailers who are trying to balance keeping customers happy with what they can reasonably accomplish.
Many, if not all of us, have been conditioned to expect free and fast shipping but stubborn inflation has made so many things more expensive and is also hitting retailers who are trying to balance keeping customers happy with what they can reasonably accomplish.
Houston nonprofits to support during GivingTuesday 2022
GivingTuesday started in 2012 and falls on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States as a global generosity movement to transform communities and the world.
GivingTuesday started in 2012 and falls on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States as a global generosity movement to transform communities and the world.
International Space Station crew gets belated Thanksgiving treats from SpaceX launch
After a weather-related postponement, a SpaceX cargo ship blasted into space this past weekend with an extra special something on board.
After a weather-related postponement, a SpaceX cargo ship blasted into space this past weekend with an extra special something on board.
Giving Tuesday: How you can help donate to recent weather disasters
An estimated 35 million participated in Giving Tuesday last year, with more than $2 billion going to different causes during the holiday season.
An estimated 35 million participated in Giving Tuesday last year, with more than $2 billion going to different causes during the holiday season.
FBI investigating after Southwest flight from Houston had to emergency land in Arkansas
A Southwest flight from Houston to Ohio had to make an emergency landing in Arkansas after the airline says the diversion happened because of an unruly passenger involved in an alleged assault onboard.
A Southwest flight from Houston to Ohio had to make an emergency landing in Arkansas after the airline says the diversion happened because of an unruly passenger involved in an alleged assault onboard.
How weather impacts Christmas light displays
Colder temperatures are better for viewing, and rainy weather can lead to problems for lights and other decorations that require electricity.
Colder temperatures are better for viewing, and rainy weather can lead to problems for lights and other decorations that require electricity.
Inflation hovered over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday
Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation.
Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation.
Does turkey really make you sleepy?
It turns out you can’t blame Thanksgiving turkey for your midday nap.
It turns out you can’t blame Thanksgiving turkey for your midday nap.
Black Friday taking a back seat to Small Business Saturday this year
Inflation is shifting consumers' and retailers' behavior.
Inflation is shifting consumers' and retailers' behavior.
Black Friday: Lure of bargains will draw millions of shoppers to stores this holiday weekend
A new survey from the National Retail Federation reveals that, despite inflation, 8 million more people than last year plan to go searching for the best deals on items between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
A new survey from the National Retail Federation reveals that, despite inflation, 8 million more people than last year plan to go searching for the best deals on items between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
Photos: See this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons
Bluey made her parade debut, with a balloon in her likeness towering as tall as a four-story building and stretching as wide as seven taxi cabs.
Bluey made her parade debut, with a balloon in her likeness towering as tall as a four-story building and stretching as wide as seven taxi cabs.
Biden brings Thanksgiving pies to Nantucket first responders
President Joe Biden on Thursday delivered at least half a dozen pies to Massachusetts firefighters during a Thanksgiving Day show of appreciation.
President Joe Biden on Thursday delivered at least half a dozen pies to Massachusetts firefighters during a Thanksgiving Day show of appreciation.
Floats, marchers take to Downtown Houston for H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade
After two years of cancelations, the H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade has returned to Downtown Houston! Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson served as Grand Marshal.
After two years of cancelations, the H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade has returned to Downtown Houston! Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson served as Grand Marshal.
From Wordle to sweets, holiday gift ideas for the grown-ups
Adults. They, too, need fun stuff for the holidays. From sweet treats to things with wheels, some ideas for pleasing a child at heart this holiday season.
Adults. They, too, need fun stuff for the holidays. From sweet treats to things with wheels, some ideas for pleasing a child at heart this holiday season.
Happy birthday, Mr. Grinch: Dr. Seuss's book about the 'mean one' turns 65
Thursday marks the 65th anniversary of when "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" was published. But who was the inspiration for the title character with the heart two sizes too small?
Thursday marks the 65th anniversary of when "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" was published. But who was the inspiration for the title character with the heart two sizes too small?
Lessons learned after 20 years answering the Butterball Turkey 'Talk-Line'
The Butterball Turkey "Talk-Line" allows holiday cooks to call and receive advice from experts. Since 1981, the service has expanded to include text, online chat, social media, and even Alexa devices.
The Butterball Turkey "Talk-Line" allows holiday cooks to call and receive advice from experts. Since 1981, the service has expanded to include text, online chat, social media, and even Alexa devices.
The only time the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was canceled
Balloons became a hallmark of Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade -- but the materials they were made of became scarce and much-needed for military efforts during a time of war.
Balloons became a hallmark of Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade -- but the materials they were made of became scarce and much-needed for military efforts during a time of war.