Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass
Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.
Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.
Electrical safety during the holiday season
If you've decked your halls with lights, candles, or a Christmas tree, the U.S. Fire Administration warns that 156,000 fires happen each holiday season, often from dry trees or faulty wiring. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Joe Bany with John Moore Services on ways to keep your holiday decor safe.
If you've decked your halls with lights, candles, or a Christmas tree, the U.S. Fire Administration warns that 156,000 fires happen each holiday season, often from dry trees or faulty wiring. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Joe Bany with John Moore Services on ways to keep your holiday decor safe.
Powerball's $1.7B jackpot could make Christmas Eve unforgettable
Does it seem like lottery jackpots get bigger than they used to? It’s true - the odds are tougher now after a systematic change. But one lucky player could still have an unforgettable Christmas Eve.
Does it seem like lottery jackpots get bigger than they used to? It’s true - the odds are tougher now after a systematic change. But one lucky player could still have an unforgettable Christmas Eve.
Real vs. fake Christmas trees: An expert guide on what to buy this year
From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.
From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.
Santa Tracker: Watch NORAD track Santa Claus and his reindeer as they deliver gifts around the world
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) team is all systems go to track Santa Claus as he and his reindeer deliver gifts around the world.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) team is all systems go to track Santa Claus as he and his reindeer deliver gifts around the world.
Harris County law enforcement increasing safety awareness during holiday shopping
As last-minute holiday shopping ramps up, law enforcement officials are urging shoppers to stay alert and take extra precautions to avoid becoming targets of crime. Harris County Constable Precinct Four says deputies are increasing patrols in busy retail areas throughout the holiday season.
As last-minute holiday shopping ramps up, law enforcement officials are urging shoppers to stay alert and take extra precautions to avoid becoming targets of crime. Harris County Constable Precinct Four says deputies are increasing patrols in busy retail areas throughout the holiday season.
Extra security measures for holiday shopping in Harris County
As Harris County authorities work to prevent crime against holiday shoppers, they're reminding the shoppers themselves on how to stay safe. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann spoke to Precinct 4 law enforcement on what they're doing and they say shoppers can do to stay protected.
As Harris County authorities work to prevent crime against holiday shoppers, they're reminding the shoppers themselves on how to stay safe. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann spoke to Precinct 4 law enforcement on what they're doing and they say shoppers can do to stay protected.
H-E-B gives customers free groceries for Christmas after computer glitch
Shoppers at an H-E-B store in North Texas were surprised with free groceries just in time for the Christmas holiday.
Shoppers at an H-E-B store in North Texas were surprised with free groceries just in time for the Christmas holiday.
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
Leaving cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer now costs over $8, study finds
Before children around the world get ready for a good night’s sleep on Christmas Eve, they’ll leave out cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer.
Before children around the world get ready for a good night’s sleep on Christmas Eve, they’ll leave out cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer.
Houston stores open and closed on Christmas Day 2025
Make sure you have everything you need before Christmas Day, because if you have to get some last-minute groceries or gifts, your options will be limited.
Make sure you have everything you need before Christmas Day, because if you have to get some last-minute groceries or gifts, your options will be limited.
These flights are most likely to be delayed this Christmas, New Year’s
A new study reveals which U.S. flight routes face the biggest holiday delays – and which might get you home early.
A new study reveals which U.S. flight routes face the biggest holiday delays – and which might get you home early.
Most Americans say they don’t plan year-end charitable giving, poll finds
Most Americans are not planning additional charitable donations before the end of 2025, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
Most Americans are not planning additional charitable donations before the end of 2025, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
Trump’s ‘Warrior Dividend’ for military funded through Pentagon, not tariffs
The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.
The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.
Houston restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day 2025
Many restaurants in the Houston-area will be open for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day if you decide to skip cooking for the holiday.
Many restaurants in the Houston-area will be open for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day if you decide to skip cooking for the holiday.
Houston holiday travel: What you should know
From the travel forecast to what you can't have in your carry on, FOX 26's Tom Zizka, John Dawson, and Angie Rodriguez share what you should know as of Saturday, Dec. 20.
From the travel forecast to what you can't have in your carry on, FOX 26's Tom Zizka, John Dawson, and Angie Rodriguez share what you should know as of Saturday, Dec. 20.
Christmas toy giveaways happening in Greater Houston
Multiple Houston-area organizations are stepping up to help give families a happy holiday season.
Multiple Houston-area organizations are stepping up to help give families a happy holiday season.
Houston doctor speaks on new flu strain variant during holiday season
Dr. Luis Ostrosky with Memorial Hermann joined FOX 26's Caroline Collins and Rashi Vats to discuss of a new flu strain that's expected to spread during the holiday season
Dr. Luis Ostrosky with Memorial Hermann joined FOX 26's Caroline Collins and Rashi Vats to discuss of a new flu strain that's expected to spread during the holiday season
Scheduling deliveries to avoid porch pirates
An expert suggests ways to prevent porch pirates from taking packages sitting at your front door during the holiday season.
An expert suggests ways to prevent porch pirates from taking packages sitting at your front door during the holiday season.
Ranking of hottest Christmas toys: What would they cost with inflation in 2025?
The hottest toys at Christmas have come with various price tags over the decades. Here’s a look at what some of the most iconic toys would cost in 2025 if they hit the market today at their original prices.
The hottest toys at Christmas have come with various price tags over the decades. Here’s a look at what some of the most iconic toys would cost in 2025 if they hit the market today at their original prices.