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.
Northern U.S. states and higher elevations have the best chances of a white Christmas, while southern and western areas are far less likely to see snow this year.
Shoppers will need to plan ahead as some grocery stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving or have reduced hours.
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.
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.
The California Highway Patrol is advising drivers to refrain from the growing trend of decking their cars out with Christmas lights during the holiday season, noting that such decorations are illegal.
Record holiday travel is expected in the U.S. this year, with the weekend before Christmas projected to be one of the busiest times for transit.
A high school senior and his girlfriend dressed up as Santa and Mrs. Claus and handed out gifts to every student at their school, Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts.
Red Santa bags filled with clothes and toys are set to go out to hundreds of families in need this holiday, spanning across Stanislaus County.
John Madden's love of football and family came through the most on Thanksgiving, and his legacy will once again be honored this holiday.
Children with cancer got a special gift Thursday to help kick off the holiday season, thanks to Aflac and the Roseville nonprofit, Keaton's Child Cancer Alliance.
The holiday season is just around the corner and Target is preparing to the tune of around 100,000 seasonal workers.
U.S. economy continues to plow ahead, as holiday shoppers shell out more on gifts this year than predicted.
CBS News spoke with people from a variety of backgrounds and faith traditions about what they're thinking about this holiday season.
As spending increases, people are feeling more isolated and stressed than ever before, surveys show.
In the last month, amid the holiday hustle and bustle, hope has returned for downtown Sacramento stores that have been busy even on nights when the Sacramento Kings aren't at home.
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.
It's the opening weekend for one of Sacramento's cherished holiday traditions, the Nutcracker production.
The mysterious dog virus detected in 12 states, including California, has some pet owners rethinking their holiday travel plans over fears of infections.
A local food bank in Natomas is playing a big role in that community this holiday season. Joey's Food Locker is not only helping feed those in need but also preparing volunteers for the real world.
