Poll: Spending time with family is what Americans like most about the holidays
More say they will probably talk about family or health, rather than politics, as they gather for the holidays.
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More say they will probably talk about family or health, rather than politics, as they gather for the holidays.
Shoppers will need to plan ahead as some grocery stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving or have reduced hours.
Workers looking to pick up extra cash working retail jobs this winter may be out of luck as stores pull back on hiring.
Visa predicts Americans will spend an average of $736 on holiday gifts in 2025, a 10% increase from the $669 reported last year.
With the holiday season quickly approaching, CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has tips on when to get the best deals for holiday travel.
Retailers are expected to hire fewer seasonal workers this year as tariffs and inflationary pressures roil the economy.
A new survey predicts Americans will spend $1,552 per person on average, 5% less than they did in 2024.
The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.
American Airlines requested a nationwide ground stop, which was later canceled, on the morning of Christmas Eve due to technical problems.
First lady Jill Biden unveiled the White House decorations earlier in the week, with the theme of "A Season of Peace and Light."
U.S. economy continues to plow ahead, as holiday shoppers shell out more on gifts this year than predicted.
Just 1 in 5 say they'll buy more gifts for others this season, compared to recent past years — and this is true even among higher-income earners.
If you notice someone turning down alcohol at your holiday party, experts say it's best to skip the questions about why and offer support instead. Here's how.
Holiday movies can be corny and predictable, but we keep coming back each season — and for a reason. A psychologist explains why we crave this type of media experience.
With Christmas falling on a Monday this year, Sunday deliveries will be limited, making it even more important to meet the deadlines.
CBS News Colorado meteorologist Lauren Whitney does the million-light plug-in for Cherry Creek North as 600 trees will remain lit up for Winter Wanderland from Nov. 16 to Dec. 24.
The Holiday Market in Cherry Creek North Business District's Winter Wanderland features many local makers and small business owners.
The Cherry Creek North Business District has several different events planned for Winter Wanderland.
The Cherry Creek North Business District is presenting Winter Wanderland this holiday season.
CBS News Colorado Lauren Whitney explains what "Giving Machines" are at Cherry Creek North and how the new vending machine system will be a quick way to fulfill someone's needs during Winter Wanderland.
A warm, dry winter has left many of Colorado's mountain businesses waiting for snow, including one of Breckenridge's most iconic winter experiences: dog sledding.
One of two Houston men suspected of repeatedly flying into Denver and waiting outside banks to jump customers was recently sentenced to prison. The other man remains at large.
Police have arrested a young man they suspect of driving under the influence and causing a fatal crash outside of Brighton overnight.
Four players who purchased Powerball tickets in Colorado received a huge surprise when they turned out to be winners in the drawing on Christmas Eve.
The residents of a home in southeast Denver had a rude awakening Sunday morning when a car crashed through their fireplace.
A warm, dry winter has left many of Colorado's mountain businesses waiting for snow, including one of Breckenridge's most iconic winter experiences: dog sledding.
One of two Houston men suspected of repeatedly flying into Denver and waiting outside banks to jump customers was recently sentenced to prison. The other man remains at large.
Police have arrested a young man they suspect of driving under the influence and causing a fatal crash outside of Brighton overnight.
Four players who purchased Powerball tickets in Colorado received a huge surprise when they turned out to be winners in the drawing on Christmas Eve.
The residents of a home in southeast Denver had a rude awakening Sunday morning when a car crashed through their fireplace.
A warm, dry winter has left many of Colorado's mountain businesses waiting for snow, including one of Breckenridge's most iconic winter experiences: dog sledding.
Four players who purchased Powerball tickets in Colorado received a huge surprise when they turned out to be winners in the drawing on Christmas Eve.
Two people in Northern Colorado made a lucky escape after their small plane crashed into a field on Saturday morning.
A mobile home in Lakewood was destroyed on Saturday after a cell phone left on a charger overheated and caught fire, igniting combustible items around it and quickly spreading through the home.
On Saturday, the City and County of Denver activated it's cold weather shelter plan, ensuring a place for individuals and families experiencing homelessness to keep warm as temperatures dropped below freezing.
The Denver Broncos have just become AFC West division champions thanks to the Houston Texans, who defeated the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday.
The Denver Broncos have a good chance to become AFC West division champions for the first time since 2015, and it could happen as soon as Saturday evening.
With record heat in Denver on Dec. 25, runners, bikers, families, and pets all filled Wash Park to take advantage of the rare forecast.
The Denver Broncos defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 20-13 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City Thursday night.
An 11-year-old Denver Broncos fan is heading for a Christmas he will never forget.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year – from musicians and storytellers, to activists and statesmen – who touched us with their creativity and humanity.
Since 1907, New Yorkers have marked the New Year with the ceremonial dropping of a huge ball in Times Square. Now, a brand-new ball, covered with more than 5,000 handcrafted Waterford Crystal discs, will help ring in 2026.
Jeffrey R. Holland was next in line to lead the Mormon church under a long-established succession plan.
The suspected gunman was shot and killed by law enforcement, authorities said.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
A Colorado family is connecting their community and raising awareness about clubfoot, a birth defect where a baby's foot is turned inward and down, after their son was born with the condition.
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
From financial strain to feelings of loneliness and grief, mental health struggles often spike this time of year.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
The Telluride Ski Resort in Mountain Village, Colorado, was shuttered Saturday, with no date set for reopening, due to a labor dispute with the ski patrol union over wages.
Several major retailers are now charging customers to return items even if they are unopened and in perfect condition.
Northern Colorado company Living Ink Technologies is helping major brands around the world produce more eco-friendly packaging and products.
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
Six women who say they were drugged and raped by former cardiologist Stephen Matthews plan to file a civil lawsuit against Matthews and the Hinge dating app, which they say allowed Matthews to remain on the app even after women had told Hinge that Matthews was a rapist.
In Denver 10 months ago, a man named Ben Varga had just gotten dropped off at Washington Park to meet friends for a picnic. Not far away, two men were on a bench arguing.
In late 2024, Chrisanne Grimaldi was facing a common problem; she was drowning in medical debt totaling $80,000 and needed cash to pay down her debt.
A man allegedly attacked and injured a defense lawyer at Arapahoe County's courthouse, CBS Colorado has learned.
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.