Holidays are over, remove those Christmas trees safely now
Now that the holiday season is over, the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) encourages people to remove Christmas trees from their homes.
Former president Jimmy Carter shares New Year's kiss with wife Rosalynn
The Carters have been married since 1947, making them the longest married presidential couple.
President Trump's year-end video hails America's 'grit, strength and tenacity'
President Donald Trump has delivered a year-end video message after returning early from vacation, highlighting his administration's work to rapidly develop a vaccine against COVID-19 and rebuild the economy.
Walt Disney World to stream 'Fantasy in the Sky' fireworks for New Year's Eve
The pre-recorded show will offer breathtaking views of Disney's famous fireworks, lighting up the night sky above Cinderella Castle and set to music from your favorite Disney films, including “Pinocchio” and “Peter Pan."
New Year's Eve safety a focus at bars, on the road
Businesses that are open for New Year's Eve are keeping COVID-19 restrictions in mind, and law enforcement is increasing patrols.
New Year's Eve: A look at celebrations around the world amid the coronavirus pandemic
This New Year’s Eve is being celebrated like no other in most of the world, with pandemic restrictions limiting crowds and many people bidding farewell to a year they’d prefer to forget with made-for-TV fireworks displays or packing it in early since they could not toast the end of 2020 in the presence of friends or crowds of carousing strangers.
Milwaukee business adapts to pandemic-altered New Year's Eve
As many plan to celebrate at home, the Milwaukee restaurant industry looks to adapt for the holiday -- an already challenging year coming to a close.
Pope Francis misses Vatican New Year's ceremonies due to back pain
Francis was suffering from "painful sciatica" and could not preside at an hour-long, year-end prayer service Thursday evening, spokesman Matteo Bruni said.
Police officer buys groceries for women accused of shoplifting
After checking the receipts of two women accused of shoplifting and finding only food, a Massachusetts officer spent $250 of his own money to cover their groceries.
As 2020 finally ends, pandemic mutes New Year's celebrations
Pandemic restrictions are limiting crowds in many places as people bid farewell to a year they’d prefer to forget.
Record 39 holiday songs dominate Billboard Hot 100
Holiday songs filled nine of the Top 10 slots, with artists of yesteryear and modern pop stars among the list of 39.
TSA screens highest number of travelers over holidays since COVID-19 pandemic began
A record number of travelers passed through U.S. airports over the holidays despite warnings to limit travel amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic.
Candy Cane Lane surpassed $200,000 in donations for MACC Fund
The annual holiday lights display Candy Cane Lane surpassed $200,000 in donations for the MACC Fund.
Dancing Amazon driver: Delivery man's moves caught on camera
A video of a dancing Amazon driver in Rhode Island captured the attention of social media users, and the homeowner whose security camera filmed the man busting a move on his delivery route.
'Noon Year’s Eve:' Consider toasting 2021 before midnight
Families, early sleepers and those wanting to social distance might consider a midday celebration for December 31.
Kwanzaa celebration goes virtual, finds rhythm in values
It's not a typical Kwanzaa, but the Wisconsin Black Historical Society is continuing the celebration while looking forward to a better 2021.
Santa, fire departments surprise kids at Children's Wisconsin
"To see the families and the kids' faces light up and wave...is totally worth working on Christmas."
Kenosha police help Santa with special Christmas delivery
With help from the Kenosha Police Department, Santa stopped at the Shalom Center on Friday -- the city's only homeless shelter and largest food pantry.
Salvation Army distributes holiday meals, gifts
Four-thousand meals and gifts were passed out by Santa's helpers, served to-go this year to stay safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Family gives back to Children's Wisconsin in daughter's honor
The Schadrie family started a toy drive effort a year ago, inspired to give back after the hospital became a second home to them.