First lady receives 2025 White House Christmas tree
First lady Melania Trump received the official 2025 White House Christmas tree on Monday, marking the start of the holiday season.
Scammers plan to prey on holiday shoppers: How to avoid becoming a victim
Experts are warning about scams around this time of year to help prevent a tragic end to the holiday season.
This year's top Thanksgiving travel destinations
This Thanksgiving travel week is projected to be the busiest ever, with nearly 82 million people traveling at least 50 miles from home.
Tips for what could be the busiest travel season in 15 years
Nearly 82 million people will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, either by plane, car or other forms of transit.
AI experts warn parents about risks hidden in AI-powered toys
Many stores have released Black Friday deals early, so if you’re out shopping, experts encourage parents to be aware of the potential risks AI-powered toys may pose for kids.
Thanksgiving travel at Tampa International Airport and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
Holiday travel is officially underway in Tampa Bay, and both major airports are preparing for busy crowds as Thanksgiving approaches.
McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it
McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.
Here are the best stores to shop for Black Friday deals, based on sale data
Black Friday can bring big savings, but it can also bring big headaches. WalletHub analyzed more than 3,100 Black Friday deals to see which stores offer the best discounts.
Tampa ranked worst city in U.S. for holiday traffic: Report
A new report from Consumer Affairs has ranked Tampa as the worst city to drive in during the holidays.
Winter Village skating rink built with the help of Tampa Bay Lightning
Crews in downtown Tampa are getting an early start on winter this week as they begin building the Winter Village ice rink at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
Here's where the holiday season's biggest spenders live, data shows
Here’s which cities are leading 2025 holiday spending this season, even as credit card debt grows.
Hillsborough County urges residents to avoid drain-dumping cooking oils during Thanksgiving
If you're going to be cooking in the kitchen during Thanksgiving week, Hillsborough County has a warning for disposing of cooking oils, fats and grease.
Whether driving or flying, be aware of the holiday travel forecast
As Floridians prepare for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, it is important to know this year's holiday travel forecast.
Walgreens eliminates 6 paid holidays for hourly store employees
Walgreens will no longer offer many of its hourly store workers paid vacation time for major holidays amid ongoing changes with its business.
Holiday trash talk: what really belongs in your recycling bin
With the holiday season bringing more parties, packaging, and decorations.
America 250 Christmas tree ornament unveiled
A Christmas tree ornament marking America’s 250th birthday next year has been unveiled.
Talk to Santa app lets kids speak directly with Santa in real time
Kids around the world are making their Christmas wish list, and now they can talk to Santa and let him know if they have been naughty or nice.
Thanksgiving 2025: These cities rank as the best places to go for the holiday
If you’re considering taking a trip this Thanksgiving, a new report highlights some cities to have on your radar to enjoy some much-needed time off.
Holiday cheer arrives early in downtown St. Pete at pop-up bar
The holidays have arrived early at The Xmas Bar in downtown St. Petersburg. The popular spot, a seasonal transformation of "Glamper," opened its doors last Friday after a 72-hour decorating marathon by Forward Hospitality Partner, Mark Acchione and his team.
Target to reduce prices for food, essentials and household goods
Target is lowering the prices of food, essentials and household goods, the corporation announced Tuesday.