What if Santa can't afford Christmas?

Not wanting to lie to your children but also not wanting to scare them, it’s important that parents be honest and gently explain when times are rough. Families struggle to restore their home, their health, and their finances when their children have holiday wish lists as big as the bills.

Shopping while driving, the new holiday danger

If you’ve noticed an uptick in unsafe motorists during the holidays, you’re not imagining things.

20 hit songs from 2000 turning 20 in 2020

Here's a list that will make you feel old - 20 songs turning 20 in 2020.

Welch's The Nutcracker returns to Houston Ballet

The Nutcracker is back at The Wortham Center for its holiday run. You can see the beloved ballet for as little as $30.

That shoddy, last-minute gift wrapping job could play in your favor, study suggests

Whether you wrap gifts like Martha Stewart or toss items into a bag at the last second and call it good enough, the presentation of your gift will likely have an effect on the recipient’s expectations about what’s inside — and potentially even how they feel about the present once it’s unwrapped.

Baby's first Christmas! Santa stops by NICU at Memorial Hermann

Santa Claus stopped by to make Christmas even more memorable for the tiniest infants and their families in the NICU at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital.

Safety tips for avoiding a Christmas tree fire

The Houston Fire Department demonstrated the importance of Christmas tree safety and shared tips for avoiding a fire.

Are you ready? Holiday traveling tips we all could use
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December is a hot travel month, and as you decide where you're wanting to visit, some places may not break the bank as much as others. Joining us to talk affordable trips throughout the month is the co-owner of Journey Junkies Travel Agency, Wakika Newton.

Nativity scene outside Claremont church portrays Holy Family separated at the border

A photo of a display taken outside Claremont United Methodist Church which shows the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph separated at the border is going viral. 

6 ways to give yourself the gift of enjoying Christmas

Letting go of perfection and focusing on enjoying and experiencing the sights, activities, and family connection during the holiday season will bring you lasting joy and foster favorite family memories.

Letters to Santa now available online at USPS Operation Santa

A digital bank of letters allows good Samaritans to read letters online and adopt a wish from a letter author.

Holiday cheer and spirit of giving spreads across Houston area

On Friday, Sugar Land Town Square was filled with holiday spirit as folks gathered for the 17th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting.