AAA program offering free towing for impaired drivers returns for Thanksgiving

AAA has brought back its “Tow to Go” program as a last defense to keep impaired drivers off the road during the holidays. The free service is offered to non-members too.

Thanksgiving travel: TSA in Milwaukee says pack your patience

Ahead of Thanksgiving, the TSA is reporting a massive increase in travelers in 2021, close to pre-pandemic numbers, reminding everyone to be patient and plan ahead.

US mandating vaccines for all border crossers in January

President Joe Biden plans to require essential nonresident travelers crossing U.S. land borders, such as truck drivers and emergency response officials, to be fully vaccinated beginning on Jan. 22.

Thanksgiving travel expected to rival pre-pandemic levels

Millions of Americans are loading up their cars or piling onto planes, determined to reclaim Thanksgiving traditions that were put on pause last year by the pandemic.

Grandmothers may hold deeper bond with grandchildren than own children, study suggests

“In many societies, grandmothers are important caregivers, and grandmaternal investment is often associated with improved grandchild well-being,” the study’s authors said.

NHTSA ramps up anti-DUI campaign ahead of busy holiday travel

In December 2019, 837 people lost their lives in crashes involving a drunk driver, data collected by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration revealed.

Black Friday breakfast casserole: recipe

Thanksgiving is now just days away – but what to do with all those leftovers?

Thanksgiving: The origins of our traditional foods

The modern Thanksgiving meal took many centuries to develop. Here’s a look at where those menu items came from:

How long do Thanksgiving leftovers last? USDA says 3 to 4 days

The USDA says your plans for your Thanksgiving leftovers should involve throwing them out after three or four days.

Don't wash your turkey this Thanksgiving, CDC says

Federal food safety experts are back with their annual reminder not to wash raw turkey this Thanksgiving, or any meats for that matter.

Unruly airline passengers must be placed on no-fly list, union says

The Transport Workers Union is calling on Congress to place unruly airline passengers on a no-fly list in order to quell the surge of violent incidents taking place on U.S. airlines.

Woman who started virtual Thanksgiving table in 2020 to ‘create another gathering’

In 2020, the Boston resident thought up a way to spread a little holiday cheer with a creative take on a virtual Thanksgiving party — and this year she will do the same.

Local bars with heated outdoor seating

Enjoy the outdoors all winter long with these area bars that have heated outdoor seating.