"Humblest Christmas tree in the world" sells for thousands at auction
One of the earliest mass-produced artificial Christmas trees, originally purchased for pennies in 1920, sold for an astonishing £3,400, or $4296.13, at auction on Friday.
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One of the earliest mass-produced artificial Christmas trees, originally purchased for pennies in 1920, sold for an astonishing £3,400, or $4296.13, at auction on Friday.
It's a multi-day event where families can come in, and pick out toys, clothing, household items and even leave with a week's worth of groceries. And it's all free.
The program started in 2009. This year, 102 schools across 14 different districts are participating.
CBS News Texas' Keith Russell tackles personal finance in this weekly segment.
Some North Texas high school students teamed up with elementary school kids on Monday for a very special project: writing letters to Santa.
Sixty children and their parents enjoyed a hot meal, arts and crafts, and went home with new coats, shoes and plenty of toys.
As you're decorating your home for the holidays, have you ever thought about the difference a real Christmas tree and a fake Christmas tree have on the environment?
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
Is a real Christmas tree or a fake tree better for the planet? An expert weighs in on your greenest option.
Police departments across North Texas warn residents of package thefts from so-called 'porch pirates' lurking to get a free gift.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, last holiday season, 14,800 people were treated in hospital emergency departments due to holiday decorating-related injuries.
Last year alone, the Texas Christmas tree industry had a direct economic impact of $397 million, employing 3,896 people with a payroll of more than $97 million.
The Fort Worth Stockyards kicked off the season on Friday with a variety of holiday festivities and a special tree-lighting ceremony.
The tower tree will grace the town's skyline until mid-January.
It is estimated that one in three Americans planning a holiday vacation.
If you're someone who looks forward to celebrating Christmas as soon as possible, then Grapevine is the place to be.
The entire show is choreographed to Post Malone's song, "Congratulations."
The official tree lighting will be on Black Friday, Nov. 24.
It's time!
With less than 65 days until Black Friday, and less than 100 days until Christmas, retailers are ramping up their search for holiday workers.
It might be September, but the United States Postal Service is gearing up for Christmas!
Keller firefighters blasted into action earlier this week after a three-year-old boy's toy rocket got stuck in a tree.
It's not only difficult to park or get into malls, but some stores are making it harder than ever to return items.
Experts said they expect Americans to return over $1 billion in merchandise this year.
North Texas travellers are disappointed, frustrated, and angry due to long lines, cancelled flights, and other disruptions caused by the winter storm.
The wreck happened just after 7:15 p.m., though traffic is still moving through the left lane.
For the past nine months, advocates with La Colectiva North Texas have been providing resources and guidance to undocumented immigrants outside of the Dallas ICE field office.
Investigators say the child was given multiple sedatives before she went into distress.
In a news release, District Attorney Timothy M. Good thanked the grand jury for hearing what he described as an "exceptionally detailed and ongoing investigation with some allegations that are very difficult to hear."
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says more than 40 people have been rescued from high waters as heavy downpours drenching South Texas continue to raise the risk of flash flooding.
Investigators say the child was given multiple sedatives before she went into distress.
The wreck happened just after 7:15 p.m., though traffic is still moving through the left lane.
For the past nine months, advocates with La Colectiva North Texas have been providing resources and guidance to undocumented immigrants outside of the Dallas ICE field office.
In a news release, District Attorney Timothy M. Good thanked the grand jury for hearing what he described as an "exceptionally detailed and ongoing investigation with some allegations that are very difficult to hear."
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says more than 40 people have been rescued from high waters as heavy downpours drenching South Texas continue to raise the risk of flash flooding.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
New law aims to address how businesses and consumers should transact amid the phase-out of the penny.
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
