Vaccinated families can ‘feel good’ about holiday gatherings, Fauci says

"If you get vaccinated and your family's vaccinated, you can feel good about enjoying a typical Thanksgiving, Christmas with your family and close friends," Dr. Anthony Fauci said.

Volunteers, donations wanted for 43rd annual 'Super Feast' in Houston

The 43rd Annual Super Feast will be on Thanksgiving Day, which is on Thursday, Nov. 25 this year. It will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston.

Reese's debuts pie-size peanut butter cup for Thanksgiving 2021

Reese’s is selling a 9-inch “Thanksgiving pie,” which is the largest Reese Peanut Butter Cup ever sold — but only while supplies last.

Santa Claus may not be coming to town this year amid hired Santa shortage

There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.

Terrorism threat 'heightened' over holiday season, DHS says

While DHS said it had no credible information on a specific threat, the agency warns in its latest national terrorism advisory bulletin that mass gatherings for the upcoming religious holidays could be potential targets.

Elf on the Shelf jokingly banned by Georgia judge

Santa's little helper may be notably absent for Christmas this year as a Georgia judge jokingly banned the Elf on a Shelf. 

Diwali 2021: What to know about the festival of lights

The Hindu festival of Diwali, which symbolizes new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, is being celebrated by millions across the world.

Black Friday 2021: Stores closed, open on Thanksgiving Day

Many major retailers will once again be shutting their doors on Thanksgiving Day 2021. Here’s a list of which stores will be closed or open on the holiday.

Thanksgiving cooking help: Butterball Turkey Talk-Line opens for 2021 season

The Butterball Turkey “Talk-Line is officially open. Experts are available to answer questions for 2021 Thanksgiving hosts about all things turkey.

Mariah Carey ushers in Christmas season and not a moment too soon

As soon as Halloween ended, Mariah Carey posted a teaser to her hit Christmas song “All I Want for Christmas Is You” and declared, “it’s time.”

Child finds sewing needle inside Halloween trick-or-treat candy, Ohio police say

An observant child in Ohio made a "demented" discovery inside their Halloween candy while trick-or-treating over the weekend, alerting police to a sewing needle planted inside a chocolate treat.

Halloween: Americans revive spirit of country’s spookiest holiday

The COVID-19 pandemic put a damper on Halloween gatherings last year. But although the pandemic isn’t over — last year’s fear is giving way to a renewed appetite for Halloween traditions, especially trick-or-treating.

Boy bullied for Tony Stark Halloween costume makes superhero return to school

A 10-year-old boy who was bullied for his Tony Stark Halloween costume is going viral after his “proud” mom documented his triumphant return to school.

Thanksgiving dinner may be more expensive as holiday staples in short supply

While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.