It’s Austin’s most popular holiday attraction, but the Trail of Lights almost...
Close to half a million people visited Austin’s Trail of Lights last year, so it’s hard to imagine that a little over 10 years ago, it almost disappeared for good.
View ArticleFireworks sales launch Wednesday ahead of New Year's Eve
Most jurisdictions in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties prohibit the use of fireworks within or near city limits.
View Article4 of top 10 deadliest cities for holiday travel are in Texas; here's the...
Drivers in Houston and three other Texas cities need to be extra careful on the road while heading to Christmas festivities, according to nearly 10 years of data.
View ArticleHere's when and where you can recycle your holiday tree in Austin
Austin Parks and Recreation and Austin Resource Recovery will host three tree recycling events where anyone can bring their tree for repurposing.
View Article24 hours of 'A Christmas Story' returns: Here's when you can start watching...
The Christmas Eve tradition of 'A Christmas Story' kicks off on TBS at 8 p.m., while TNT starts their marathon at 9 p.m.
View ArticleHomeowner fights HOA after being told Christmas-themed skeleton display...
The HOA notice said Kyle Sarazin had seven days to remove the skeletons, or he would start facing fines.
View ArticleSanta's helper helps deliver letters from Santa in Buda neighborhood
Santa's helpers are from all over the world, including right here in Central Texas.
View ArticleAustin Trail of Lights canceled Saturday due to rain
Event organizers said those who pre-purchased tickets to the event will be refunded.
View ArticleSanta Claus makes a pit stop in Pflugerville
For more than 10 years, a Pflugerville couple has been turning their front yard into a little North Pole in Central Texas.
View ArticleThinking of adopting a pet this holiday season? Animal shelters lend advice...
Hundreds of dogs and cats are up for adoption at Austin Pets Alive! and Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
View ArticleThese stores and restaurants will be open on Christmas
Many stores will be closed on Christmas Day after having limited hours on Christmas Eve.
View ArticleWhere is Santa Claus right now? NORAD tracks Santa for 68th year
Santa and his reindeer have wrapped up their Christmas journey for 2023 after delivering more than 7.8 billion gifts, according to NORAD's Santa Tracker.
View ArticleHere's what happens to all the unspent money on forgotten gift cards
Americans are expected to spend nearly $30 billion on gift cards this holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation.
View ArticleWhat's open and closed for Christmas Day 2023 in the Austin area?
Most stores will be closed Monday, but there are a few exceptions.
View ArticleWhy is the day after Christmas called Boxing Day?
Despite the name, Boxing Day isn't related to the sport of boxing or returning Christmas presents.
View ArticleGeorgetown father's Christmas light show gets mistaken for aliens
One Georgetown father brought a holiday light show to his corner of the world, which some thought was "out of this world."
View ArticleAmericans spent big during holidays amid inflation
The big concern is whether shoppers will pull back sharply after they get their bills in January.
View ArticleWhat happens to unwanted gifts after the holidays?
While some retailers make it easier to return items, not all unwanted gifts end up back on the shelves again. So what happens to some of the returned products?
View Article'I have lost my home, career, friends, everything' | Ukrainian refugees spend...
It has been almost two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, forcing millions of Ukrainian refugees to flee – some to Central Texas.
View ArticleLoved ones mourn loss of 6 family members killed in Johnson County crash,...
“Just in one family, they lost five members. It’s like…I don’t even know what to say on that,” said Rakesh Barri, brother of victim in deadly crash.
View ArticleWhat stores are open and closed for New Year’s Eve 2023? See hours for...
Preparing for a midnight toast and more year-end festivities may require a run or two to the store — but you’ll want to prepare for some limited business hours.
View ArticleHow to make fireworks a little less scary for your pet
You may have been told to ignore your scared dog or cat, but that won't work. An animal science expert explains.
View ArticleNorth Texas family of couple, unborn baby killed by drunk driver urges...
"Just imagine being the person behind the wheel and taking someone's life, you have to live with that guilt for the rest of your life," Leddy Harris said.
View ArticleTips to keep your pets safe during New Years firework celebration
According to the nonprofit AKC Reunite, lost pet reports are 69% higher on New Year’s Day because of fireworks.
View ArticleCapMetro offering free rides after 5 p.m. on New Year's Eve
For those looking to get to Downtown Austin to celebrate the new year, CapMetro Rail will extend service until after 2 a.m.
View ArticleThinking of popping fireworks this New Year's Eve? Here's some safety tips...
You aren't allowed to have fireworks within 5000 feet of city limits. You may be fined up to $2,000 plus court costs, according to Midland Fire Marshal's Office.
View ArticleHow to celebrate Día de Los Reyes
Local Mexican restaurants are honoring the Jan. 6 celebration.
View ArticleWhere to celebrate Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras in the Austin area
Celebrate with some traditional King Cake, masks and colorful beads.
View ArticlePresidents Day, a holiday celebrating the nation's first president, has...
The meaning of Presidents Day has changed dramatically, from being mostly unremarkable in the 1700s to the consumerism bonanza it has become today.
View ArticleAre banks closed on Presidents Day? Here's what's open, closed
Here's a look at what Presidents Day celebrates and what's open and closed for the federal holiday.
View ArticleWhat would happen if leap years didn't exist?
We're just a few days away from Leap Day, which for 2024 falls on Thursday, Feb. 29.
View ArticleSt. David's Women's Center of Texas shares photos of first 'leaplings' of 2024
Baby girl Stevie and baby boy Ignatius won't get to celebrate their birthdays on their actual birth date again until they turn four.
View ArticleWhy you may have to pay more for Easter chocolates this year
Big chocolate companies like Hershey's and Cadbury maker Mondelez have been passing the rising costs of cocoa on to consumers — and then some.
View ArticleThousands of faithful attend Palm Sunday celebrations in Jerusalem against a...
The annual celebration comes as the Israel-Hamas war rages on in Gaza.
View ArticleWhat is Holi, the Hindu festival of colors and how is it celebrated?
For one of Holi's most well-known traditions, celebrants clad in all white, come out to the street and throw colored powders at each other.
View ArticleWhat's open on Easter? Here's what stores are closed for the holiday
Need to make a last-minute grocery run? Some major chains will close for the holiday, but there are still plenty of options.
View ArticleWhat to know before visiting Travis County parks on Easter Sunday
Visitors should arrive early to the parks, as Easter is one of the park system's busiest days of the year.
View ArticleLIST: Easter egg hunts in and around Austin
Here is a list of just some of the Central Texas egg hunt festivities planned for this weekend.
View ArticleWhat's open and closed for Easter 2024 in the Austin area?
Some major chains will be closed for the holiday, but don't worry! There are still plenty of options.
View ArticlePope presides over Easter Vigil after skipping Good Friday at the last minute
The 87-year-old had part of one lung removed as a young man and has been battling respiratory problems that have made it difficult for him to speak at length.
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