After Christmas sales: Tips on getting the most out of post-holiday shopping

A recent survey of nearly 8,000 adults found that 68 percent of holiday shoppers will likely shop the week after Christmas — saving on clothing, home decor and many other items.

Nearly 1,000 cards sent from strangers to little girl coping with the loss of her brother

As a 10-year-old little girl deals with the loss of her little brother who died in a car crash nearly a year ago, more than 800 cards were sent from strangers to help her cope with his death.

Former Super Bowl champ raises money for two church buses

The retired NFL safety was playing for the Baltimore Ravens when they won the 2012 Super Bowl. Ihedigbo's initial fundraising goal was to raise $60,000 to replace just one of the four shuttle buses at the church. But in a matter of a few weeks, the campaign has more than surpassed that number.

New Hampshire baby delivered along I-93 Christmas morning

It wasn’t a case of no room at the inn, or this case the hospital, but rather of the baby just wanted to be born quicker than they could get there.

Mississippi residents put makeshift Christmas tree into pothole in hopes of getting street fixed

People living in McComb, Mississippi, have added street work to their Christmas lists after they said the city left them with a gaping pothole, and now they’re using holiday cheer to bring some attention to it.

JFK letter promising Santa safe during Cold War on display

Former President John F. Kennedy's letter reassuring a young girl that Santa was safe during the Cold War is being featured this month in Boston.

Walgreen’s, CVS, Starbucks: These brands stay open on Christmas Day

Even though it’s Christmas, many stores and restaurants are staying open to meet your last-second shopping or food needs. While some major brands aren’t open today – including Target, Walmart and Best Buy – the following retailers may be just what you’re looking for.

Mississippi police officer creates Christmas caper for preschool neighbor to investigate

Oxford Police Officer Rachel Ratcliffe and two officer friends set up clues for her 3-year-old neighbor to follow to save their town from the Grinch this Christmas.

Emotional moment: Freeport police chief surprised with message recorded by Abigail Arias

In Dec. 2018, Freeport Police Chief Raymond Garivey met 7-year-old Abigail Arias, and she revealed to him that she wanted to be a police officer when she grew up. He wasted no time, and made sure the little girl got her wish.

Ways to cope with 'holiday blues' this season

Signs you may be experiencing the "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.

Soldier home for the holidays and his 1-year-old son killed in head-on collision

A Tennessee community is mourning the loss of a soldier who was home for Christmas and his 1-year-old son, who were both killed in a head-on car crash Thursday night.

Tips for recycling wrapping paper after the holidays

Piles of wrapping paper would appear after everyone has opened their gifts for the holidays, but is it recyclable? 

Postal worker surprises family after receiving boy's letter to Santa asking for food, clothing

The post office where Melissa Stinsman works collects letters to Santa in a special mailbox each holiday season, and one of the letters she came across this year inspired her to make one family's Christmas unforgettable.