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Small business owners are hoping for big sales this weekend as the holiday shopping season officially begins — and it's crucial, especially since there are less than four weeks until Christmas.
"You've got to have a plan," said Steve Ringo with Dewitt & Dunn Financial Services in Dallas. "Set forth a budget on what you're trying to buy and make sure you stay within that plan."
A woman wearing all black, with black fingernails and false eyelashes stole a baby Jesus figurine from a nativity Christmas scene lovingly set up by a family in their yard.
North Texans are starting to think about purchasing that Christmas tree, but those who sell them say don't think about it too long.
You can only imagine police thought they were being pranked when they got calls about a camel, cow and donkey walking down the road together -- they weren't.
When's the right time to put up Christmas decorations? That's the question one Texas family has after it was told to pull down decorations that were put up earlier this month or face a fine.
There's a Texas Treasure in Arlington that's made a name for itself around the globe by specializing in Christmas... year-round!
A beloved North Dallas toy store has been forced to keep its doors locked ever since tornadoes swept through the city on Oct. 20. But, with creativity and a lot of extra hands, The Toy Maven will open tomorrow in a temporary location.
The official start of the holiday and Christmas season for many people started Friday.
Kids don't have to grow up this holiday season, because the Toys "R" Us brand is getting a restart online.
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have made a surprise trip to Iraq to visit U.S. troops.
Two new baby boys came into the world on Christmas Day in North Texas at Methodist Healthcare System hospitals.
Pastor Kendall Bridges told the crowd of more than 700 that their church was giving a total of $100,000 to a dozen charitable organizations and five families in need.
A North Texas family is running out of time to find a cure for their sons' rare illness.
Last minute shoppers filled the stores before Christmas in Downtown Grapevine.
A pop-up market in Downtown Dallas is giving last minute shoppers more time to buy last minute gifts for the holidays.
An Air Force staff sergeant has made it home for the holidays -- and in surprising fashion. His children didn't see it coming.
When Toys R Us closed, Toys for Tots felt the loss. The toy giant's decision to close its stores this year left some huge holes for the annual charity drive to fill.
It's the Christmas season and North Texans are setting out to lighten hearts and lift spirits with festive holiday decorations... nah, just kidding. This story is all about a good old-fashioned rivalry!
Holiday revelers were shocked to see a woman in a hoodie attempt to set the featured Christmas tree on fire at Sundance Square this weekend.
More than a thousand children received shoes and gifts at a church event in Richardson Sunday.
A North Texas organization handed out toys and shoes to children in need in Dallas Saturday.
Hundreds of wreaths are expected to be laid during an annual ceremony at a Dallas cemetery to honor veterans Saturday; however, half of the graves won't be adorned with a wreath.
When the child's mother told Santa about him, Santa got down on the floor to let Matthew Foster "see" him in his own way, having him feel his coat and beard.
Authorities said the incident was reported around 2 p.m. Updates are ongoing.
Winter storms are forecast to bring heavy snows and bitter winds across the regions.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF are Major League Soccer champions, defeating Vancouver Whitecaps FC 3-1 and earning their first MLS Cup title on Saturday.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
With over 3,000 dancers, 20 marching bands, and 29 giant inflatable balloons, the 2025 parade was just as magical as past years.
FIFA made the announcement Saturday, following Friday's draw, which determined the matchups for the group stage.
Authorities said the incident was reported around 2 p.m. Updates are ongoing.
Winter storms are forecast to bring heavy snows and bitter winds across the regions.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF are Major League Soccer champions, defeating Vancouver Whitecaps FC 3-1 and earning their first MLS Cup title on Saturday.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
The average wait for a bed in a maximum-security psychiatric facility in Texas is over eight months.
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott discusses his campaign for a possible historic fourth term. He also tells Jack Fink about his thoughts on casino gambling and emphasizes his property tax plan.
Republican consultant Vinny Minchillo tells Jack Fink the party wants Jasmine Crockett to run for U.S. Senate to run for the seat because they don't believe "that's going to work in general election." "I think she is too extreme and too far left for even Texas Democrats," said Minchillo. He also discusses the battle between Republican candidates.
Matt Angle, Director of the Lone Star Project, a Democratic PAC, discusses Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's potential entry into the U.S. Senate race. He tells Jack Fink that Crockett's potential entry is a good and bad thing. "Three of our very best communicators are all in the same race," said Angle.
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC is believed to be a Trump supporter and has been speaking with investigators, multiple sources told CBS News.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A group of North Texas women has been working hard to preserve a style of dancing that had its heyday in the early part of the 20th century.
It's called H3N1, and it can not only cause more severe illness in older adults, but it's also proving to be resistant to flu vaccines.
A North Texas man serves the community as a full-time Crowley police officer; however, that young officer is the one who needs help after he received a life-threatening diagnosis over the summer.
The toolkit includes tips for caretakers and applies to anyone with dementia.
Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a critic of government vaccine mandates, has been quietly appointed to one of the CDC's top positions.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
Michael Annett won the Xfinity Series' season-opening race at Daytona International Speedway in 2019.
FIFA made the announcement Saturday, following Friday's draw, which determined the matchups for the group stage.
Fans in North Texas could see Lionel Messi and Argentina in Arlington.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play" and his role in the series "Emily in Paris," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
The heavy metal band has not only changed lives with their music; they've also changed lives with their philanthropy – from donations to food banks and disaster relief, to their charity, All Within My Hands, which has donated to workforce education and other critical services.
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.
