Volunteers deliver Christmas meals to families in need in the Twin Cities

Dozens of volunteers were lining up, car by car, at Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities to deliver meals to people in need on Christmas Day.

'We have a big problem': Experts fear the holidays will fuel the US COVID-19 crisis

Hard-hit California has eclipsed 2 million coronavirus cases as the U.S. heads into a Christmas travel surge that could fuel the deadly crisis across the nation.

Happy ‘howlidays’: Shelter dogs pick out their own toys for Christmas

A video showing shelter dogs choosing their Christmas gifts is the most wholesome content you didn’t know you needed this holiday season.

Tips for recycling wrapping paper this holiday season

Can you recycle all of your holiday wrapping paper, ribbons and bows? Here are some tips to help make your Christmas a little more green.

'It does break my heart a little bit': A bleak Christmas for America's unemployed

Millions of Americans have been jobless since the viral pandemic ripped through the U.S. economy in March, triggering a deep recession and causing widespread unemployment.

Where is Santa Claus? NORAD launches tracking service on Christmas Eve

Thanks to the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), kids will be able to find St. Nick’s exact location at any given moment.

'God given right:' Christmas carolers in California defy orders, sing without masks

 "Everything that's been inflicted upon us right now is unconstitutional and illegal. We have every right to be out here singing to the Lord, singing to Jesus, celebrating Christmas," said Francine Knittel.

Christmas Day: Here are the restaurants, stores open

While more retailers and restaurants than usual may be shutting their doors this Christmas, shoppers and would-be diners aren't completely out of luck.

U of M researchers create tool to calculate COVID-19 risk for holiday gatherings

Minnesota health experts warn of the risks of having get-togethers over the holidays, but it can be hard to make sense of all the numbers sometimes.

Brooklyn Park barbershop offers free cuts for the holidays

A Brooklyn Park barber whose clients include members of the Timberwolves and Vikings is giving back to his community hosting a free haircut and a toy giveaway event.

Dreaming of a white Christmas? Wednesday's storm could bring some snow

Dreaming of a white Christmas? We may be in luck! While our upcoming system is set to bring some snow, it will also come with strong winds.

Couple to celebrate Christmas miracle at Mayo Clinic

For Todd and Sarah McCutcheon, it seemed all too fitting to be at Mayo Clinic for Christmas. They did it before and consider it a miracle.

Preventing Christmas tree fires can stop millions in property damage every year

Christmas trees are a must for many. But while the sight of a fully decorated tree may inspire joy, these trees can pose a significant fire threat if they’re not properly maintained.