Teresa Mercado is on a mission, believes 'education can open doors'

The pandemic shut down Milwaukee’s "Mexican Fiesta." But it did not slow down fundraising for the Wisconsin Hispanic Scholarship Foundation.

'Trick-or-treating' rescue dogs nail their group Halloween costumes

These rescue dogs aced their group Halloween costumes by donning various themed outfits in anticipation of “trick-or-treating.”

Adorable toddler mimics inflatable Halloween decoration

One Maryland boy, who is known for his goofy antics, decided to give his mom a laugh by dancing along with an inflatable Jack Skellington Halloween decoration — and the likeness is uncanny.

Couple tests socially-distanced Halloween candy delivery system using drone

A Texas couple have been testing out several ways to create a socially-distanced and safe Halloween candy delivery system during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Winter Wonders drive-thru holiday lights show returns to Boerner

The Winter Wonders drive-through holiday lights spectacular is back at Boerner Botanical Arboretum and Whitnall Park.

Halloween plans change as COVID-19 pandemic surges forward

The store normally opens in mid-September, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic there has not been a rush.

Krispy Kreme offering free Halloween doughnut to anyone who shows up in costume

Krispy Kreme announced on Wednesday that anyone who visits a participating location on Oct. 31 while wearing a Halloween costume will be entitled to a free doughnut of their choice.

Hallmark Channel releases 2020 holiday movie lineup

Despite Halloween being just around the corner, the Hallmark Channel has decided to release their holiday movie lineup, and the first movie premieres in October.

Boredom prompts half of Americans to start holiday shopping early, study claims

The holidays can be a stressful time of year, thanks in part to all the hectic holiday shopping. After all, it’s not uncommon for people to dread dealing with the crowds at stores or malls, as everyone tries to find the perfect gift before it sells out.

CDC Halloween guidelines names trick-or-treating among 'high-risk' activities

The agency ranked a number of popular Halloween activities by their level of risk, and several of the most popular activities, like trick-or-treating are considered to be the most dangerous.

New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square will be virtual in 2020

The organizers of the New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square say this year the event will be "virtually enhanced" due to the coronavirus pandemic.

DHS discourages trick-or-treating, Halloween gatherings

The DHS is discouraging going from neighbor-to-neighbor this year and any party that includes people from outside your household.