FOX Family Feast: Melissa's Hasselback Potatoes

For the FOX Family Feast, Anchor Melissa Wilson prepares an alternate for mashed potates: Hasselback Potatoes!

FOX Family Feast: Sally's Pumpkin Crunch Cake

For the FOX Family Feast, Anchor Sally MacDonald and her two daughters prepare a different take on the pumpkin pie: Pumpkin Crunch Cake!

Thanksgiving Travel: Pack your patience and gratitude

Traveling is stressful, especially during the holiday season, so psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini shares some travel tips to help minimize stress and maintain self-control.

Target to permanently keep stores closed on Thanksgiving

Retailers last year were forced to limit crowds in stores during the pandemic - a shift that appears to have been fortuitous.

‘A little too extreme’: Tampa family could face fines for putting Christmas lights up before Thanksgiving

A Westchase family could face up to $1,000 in fines if they don’t take down their Christmas lights, which were put up on Nov. 6. Even the self-proclaimed 'Queen of Christmas,' Mariah Carey, is weighing in.

Thanksgiving 2021: Tips for a safe holiday for your pet

From holiday food to traveling the country, the American Veterinary Medical Association has some tips to keep your furry friends happy and safe during Thanksgiving and the holiday season.

Thanksgiving dinner: The origins of our traditional foods

The modern Thanksgiving meal took many centuries to develop. Here’s a look at where those menu items came from:

How long do Thanksgiving leftovers last? USDA says 3 to 4 days

The USDA says your plans for your Thanksgiving leftovers should involve throwing them out after three or four days.

Woman who started virtual Thanksgiving table in 2020 to ‘create another gathering’

In 2020, the Boston resident thought up a way to spread a little holiday cheer with a creative take on a virtual Thanksgiving party — and this year she will do the same.

Christmas tree shortage: Supply chain backlog could mean slim pickings this holiday season

In addition to a shortage of artificial Christmas trees, experts in the industry are also seeing a shortage of certain holiday decor items such as ornaments, tree toppers and tree skirts.

Poll: 2 in 3 Americans plan to attend Thanksgiving gathering this year

More Americans are also planning an overnight stay during the Thanksgiving holiday, according to Monmouth University’s poll.

TSA preparing for Thanksgiving travel to hit pre-pandemic levels

Administrator David Pekoske said Wednesday he expects agency staffing to be sufficient for what's traditionally TSA's busiest travel period.

Starbucks Red Cup Day 2021: How to get a free reusable cup on Nov. 18

Starbucks is giving away free, limited-edition reusable red cups to customers who order a holiday beverage. Here are details on how to get one.

Reese's pie-size peanut butter cup for Thanksgiving sells out within hours

Reese’s this week debuted a 9-inch “Thanksgiving pie,” which is the largest Reese Peanut Butter Cup ever sold. And it sold out within a matter of hours.

Times Square New Year's Eve countdown back in 2021

Vaccinated people will be allowed back into Times Square for the annual New Year's Eve countdown at the end of 2021. The ball dropped into nearly deserted streets last year due to the pandemic.

Grandma, stranger she mistakenly texted set to spend 6th Thanksgiving together

A grandma and the stranger she mistakenly invited over to Thanksgiving have formed an unlikely friendship — and the two are set to celebrate their sixth holiday together.

USPS in need of volunteers to handle letters to Santa

Every year since 1912, the postal service has processed a massive amount of mail from children whose lists include basic necessities like a warm coat, and from parents who describe their struggles with employment or health. The USPS recruits individual and group volunteers for help with getting these kids Christmas gifts.