Researchers rank the most dangerous Christmas songs

Whether you like the classics or a newer mix, studies suggest some yuletide hits could have an effect on people's ability to drive. Research suggests "Frosty the Snowman" and "All I Want for Christmas is You" top the list.

Bah humbug: Italian bishop tells children Santa doesn't exist

A Roman Catholic diocese in Sicily is publicly apologizing to outraged parents after its bishop told a group of children at a festival that Santa Claus doesn't exist -- and that his red costume was created by the Coca-Cola company for publicity.

Florida Army veteran pays off past-due utility bills for families ahead of Christmas

A Florida Army veteran who once spent a Christmas without electricity is continuing to pay it forward for his neighbors in need for the holidays. This is the third year he's paid off all of the past-due utility bills in his city ahead of Christmas.

Christmas light displays from around the world

While it seems to be an age-old tradition, electric Christmas lights didn’t really catch on until the early twentieth century. Here’s a look at displays nowadays from around the world.

Mayor surprises Tampa kids with bicycles for the holidays

Dozens of Tampa children had Christmas come early Friday, taking home brand-new bicycles thanks to Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and the charity OnBikes.

Sarasota holiday festivities benefit area non-profits

More than 100 gingerbread houses and 50 Christmas trees are on display at University Town Center in Sarasota.

Polk prisoners handcraft hundreds of wooden toys to donate to Toys for Tots

For the past 20 years, prisoners at Polk Correctional Institution have made hundreds of wooden toys by hand each holiday season to donate to Toys for Tots.

Holiday shipping deadlines: How to make sure packages arrive by Christmas

It's officially the busiest week of the year for the U.S. Postal Service, and the clock is ticking to get those packages and letters in the mail so they can arrive before Christmas.

Holiday travel forecast shows return to pre-pandemic levels

Floridians are making up for lost time this holiday season after canceling family vacations and holiday visits last year because of COVID-19 precautions.

Mom and daughter bring holiday joy to hospice patients, one card at a time

A daughter and mom team are spending part of their holidays brightening the spirits the of hospice patients. How they are comforting them is What's Right with Tampa Bay.

Pinellas deputies go on shopping spree to purchase presents for families in need

Dozens of Pinellas County Sheriffs Office deputies, volunteers, and community members were up early Tuesday morning to load shopping carts with toys and basic necessities for those in need. This year, deputies shopped for over 200 families and 500 kids in the county.

Move over, pumpkins; Hunsader Farms welcomes Santa Claus

It’s a Bradenton farm known for its pumpkin festival that draws visitors from across the country. But Hunsader Farms says its "Country Christmas" is just as charming.

Viral gift wrapping hacks for this holiday season

Social media users are sharing their various gift wrapping hacks online. Whether they involve secret techniques for oddly shaped gifts or showing off unique gadgets that help make the process easier, these tips will help make the holidays a lot less stressful.