Walgreen’s, CVS, Starbucks: These brands stay open on Christmas Day

Even though it’s Christmas, many stores and restaurants are staying open to meet your last-second shopping or food needs. While some major brands aren’t open today – including Target, Walmart and Best Buy – the following retailers may be just what you’re looking for.

Soldier home for the holidays and his 1-year-old son killed in head-on collision

A Tennessee community is mourning the loss of a soldier who was home for Christmas and his 1-year-old son, who were both killed in a head-on car crash Thursday night.

Mournful Christmas Eve for family after boy hit and killed by van in Carrollton

Flowers, stuffed animals and a picture of a smiling Victor mark the sidewalk where the 12-year-old was killed while walking home with his mother and 7-year-old nephew on Monday afternoon.

Camera catches delivery drivers' priceless reactions to holiday surprise

Shanette Battle, a Fayetteville resident, has set out a basket of snacks on her home's doorstep for three years now, offering delivery drivers a tasty array of cookies, chips and soda -- alongside a message expressing her appreciation.

Postal worker surprises family after receiving boy's letter to Santa asking for food, clothing

The post office where Melissa Stinsman works collects letters to Santa in a special mailbox each holiday season, and one of the letters she came across this year inspired her to make one family's Christmas unforgettable.

California dog at shelter for over 5 years adopted in time for Christmas

A pit bull mix who has spent more than half his life in a California shelter was adopted over the weekend — just in time for Christmas.

Operation Holiday Express brings gifts to US troops in Syria

Coalition forces donned jolly red caps and delivered Christmas gifts to five U.S. military bases in eastern Syria as part of Operation Holiday Express.

Girl, 6, celebrates cancer-free Christmas after 2-year leukemia battle

After 28 months of grueling treatment, Mia was able to ring the “end of treatment bell” at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge last Tuesday.