Labor Day weekend: Things to do in the Houston area September 2-5

Things to do in the Houston area this Labor Day weekend from September 2-5 include the Red, White & Bayou Texas Music Festival & Tailgate in Dickinson, a fireworks show at Kemah Boardwalk, Taste of the Caribbean Festival, the Sundown Funtown Country Music Festival, and the Labor Day Music Festival at Southern Star Brewery.

Walmart releases 2022 Top Toy List to kick off holiday shopping season

Families can save on toys this holiday season with many on the list under $25. These items are available now to buy or pre-order on Walmart’s website.

Why now is the best time to book holiday air travel

A travel expert said the best time to buy holiday flights on a budget is in the next several weeks.

From one July Fourth to the next, a look at how the year has changed

From “celebrating independence” of COVID-19 to being thrust into the tightening grip of inflation, many things look different from the last Fourth of July.

The secret to winning the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest could be the weather

The world-famous contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.

July 4th deals 2022: Where to find the best food discounts and freebies

From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.

July 4 pet safety: Helpful tips to protect your pets during fireworks celebrations

The sound of fireworks may scare your pet so much that they run off and potentially go missing, something the American Kennel Club says tends to happen during the holiday break.

Some 4th of July fireworks being replaced with drones due to fire concerns

With the increased fire danger throughout many areas of the Southwest, cities are looking to alternatives for their Fourth of July shows.

Juneteenth federal holiday: What’s open and closed on Monday

This is the first year Juneteenth is being widely recognized as a federal holiday, which means many offices and businesses will be closed.