Shoppers opened their wallets this holiday, defying fears of pullback
U.S. economy continues to plow ahead, as holiday shoppers shell out more on gifts this year than predicted.
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Mechanic reaches a milestone in kindness
In rural South Carolina, a local restaurant owner and part-time mechanic recently gave away his 100th car. Eliot Middleton takes donated clunkers, makes them run and puts people without a car in the driver's seat. Mark Strassmann has his story.
NORAD tracks Santa Claus on Christmas Eve and Day
NORAD tracked Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, just as it has for the past six decades, as he made his way across the country.
Candy cane makers supply nation during holiday boom
Logan's Candies in Ontario, California, is one of the few handmade candy cane makers in the nation. The company makes tens of thousands of the striped peppermint treats each year. Joy Benedict reports.
Christmas spending rises across U.S. this year
The National Retail Federation estimated 142 million Americans will shop over Christmas weekend, with 111 million to do so in person. The rise in spending is a welcome gift for small businesses. Astrid Martinez has the latest.
People share what's giving the holidays, 2024 meaning
CBS News spoke with people from a variety of backgrounds and faith traditions about what they're thinking about this holiday season.
Florida town maintains year-round holiday spirit
The post office for the town of Christmas, Florida, keeps its Christmas decorations up year-round, but it's during the holidays when it sees the most visitors. Cristian Benavides has more.
Christmas shoppers turn out for "Super Saturday"
Shoppers were expected to turn out in huge numbers for the last Saturday before Christmas, known to retailers as "Super Saturday." The National Retail Federation predicts 16 million more people will shop today than on the same day in 2017, the last time Christmas fell on a Monday. Astrid Martinez has more.
Millions hit the skies, roads ahead of Christmas
Millions of Americans are on the move, making the dash to family and friends for the holidays, just in the nick of time. The group Airlines for America said the number of people traveling by air is 16% higher than a year ago. Elise Preston reports.
How to make the holidays about giving, not getting
As spending increases, people are feeling more isolated and stressed than ever before, surveys show.
Man brings Christmas joy to grieving neighbor
When Donald Wilson lost the mother of his three children to a stroke, he was left alone, struggling to parent them while keeping a fulltime job. Then an unlikely neighbor came to his aid. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road."
How to stop feeling ill after taking off work
The holidays are supposed to be a time to rest and relax, but not if you're sick. Dr. Susannah Hills, pediatric airway surgeon and assistant ENT professor at Columbia University Medical Center, joins CBS News to discuss the science behind vacation illness and how to prevent it.
What airlines took from 2022 holiday meltdown
Millions of people are taking to the roads and at the nation's airports as they head to their holiday destinations. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave is following things from LAX.
Airports seeing smooth holiday travel season so far
Despite stormy weather in some regions of the U.S., air travel has largely been on the nice list so far this holiday season, with airlines seeing fewer delays and cancellations than last year. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Many who are struggling financially won't be buying any gifts this season
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.
Christmas trees might flare your allergies
'Tis the season for sneezing and coughing, but it could be what's inside your house this holiday season that's making you feel lousy. CBS News' Jarred Hill shares how your Christmas tree can be causing indoor allergies to flare up.
Why it's best to skip questions about why someone's not drinking
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 travelers battle weather, traffic
Since Sunday's storm brought flooding to the Northeast, flyers have encountered close to 20,000 delays, but cancellations have remained limited. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said his office is closely tracking U.S. airlines' performance during the holiday season, while AAA estimates about 104 million people will travel by car. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Airlines prepare for record travel
Airlines are preparing for a record 39 million passengers this holiday season. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave talks with United CEO Scott Kirby and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to weigh in on improvements made for this year's travelers.
Holiday travel rush has begun as airports brace for record-breaking crowds
Airports are bracing for an influx of almost 3 million passengers daily through the holiday period, marking a significant 16% increase from last year.
Houston hospital offers child patients holiday magic beyond the medicine
The 16th floor of Texas Children's Hospital looks like a high-end holiday store.
Children's hospital offers patients holiday magic
The 16th floor of Texas Children's Hospital in Houston looks like a high-end holiday store. Janet Shamlian has the story.
Tips for saving money this holiday season
Looking to spread holiday cheer without breaking the bank this year? If you haven't done your shopping yet, Bankrate senior economic analyst Mark Hamrick joined CBS News with advice on how to save.
A psychologist explains why we love cheesy holiday movies so much
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.
Motor City Kwanzaa Kinara returns to downtown Detroit
The Motor City Kwanzaa Kinara, which was labeled as the world's largest kinara of its kind, is returning to downtown Detroit this year.
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