Holidays

Bethlehem marked another somber Christmas Eve on Tuesday in the traditional birthplace of Jesus under the shadow of war in Gaza.

Christmas is just hours away, and as many stores have begun to close on Christmas Eve, those who need to run a last-minute errand for a holiday gathering will have limited options.

While the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah often falls at varying points during November and December, this year’s festival of lights begins a bit later – and it comes with a calendar rarity.

Tech companies led a broad rally for U.S. stocks Tuesday, a boost for the stock market before it closes early for Christmas Eve.

Many Chicago-area grocery and retailers have shortened hours on Christmas Eve. Here’s a full list.

Giving and asking for cash for the holidays can feel gauche. But it’s within the bounds of good manners when done correctly, etiquette pros say.

After this season’s peak shopping days, retailers expect their return rate to be 17% higher, on average, than usual.

Online shopping sales reached a record $41.1 billion this holiday season. The shift to e-commerce has continued to transform the seasonal work landscape.

The holidays are here, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate – from baking cookies to ice skating. But don’t forget holiday lights displays.

At Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, TSA officers are primarily focused on security, but one supervisor brings Christmas cheer every day to brighten up the long lines. Kye Martin reports.

The twinkling lights, upbeat music and hustle and bustle paints a joyful picture of the holiday season. But for some, the holidays are a painful reminder of what they’ve lost.

The twinkling lights, upbeat music and hustle and bustle paints a joyful picture of the holiday season. But for some, the holidays are a painful reminder of what they’ve lost. Courtney Sisk reports.

It’s the final push for holiday presents. Downtown Chicago was busy with shoppers as retail experts predict a surge in seasonal spending. Lexi Sutter reports.

Most know Christmas Day is a holiday in the U.S., but what about Christmas Eve?

Over the course of five hours, 174 skiers and snowboarders were brought down by rope from gondolas at a Colorado ski resort due to a ski lift malfunction.

NORAD’s Santa tracker is a Christmas tradition that’s become nearly global in scope. Each year, at least 100,000 kids call into the North American Aerospace Defense Command in Colorado.

Before the countdown to 2025, there’s the countdown to get all your holiday shopping in before Christmas Eve and Hanukkah hit for 2024 — and they’re approaching quickly.

Climate reporter Chase Cain talked to a rose farm owner to discuss the effects of climate change in the growth of roses for the iconic parade.

The 2025 Rose Parade theme is “Best Day Ever” and will celebrate life’s most memorable moments.

Somehow, the holidays sneak up each year, with consumers running out stores like Costco at the last minute as Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Hanukkah approach. But is the warehouse club open?