Elf on the Shelf creator got ‘permission’ from Santa Claus to start iconic holiday tradition
“We had a direct relationship with Santa Claus, so we got his permission to partner with him and to tell his stories," Shannon Bell, the creator of Elf on the Shelf, revealed.
“We had a direct relationship with Santa Claus, so we got his permission to partner with him and to tell his stories," Shannon Bell, the creator of Elf on the Shelf, revealed.
What stores are open on Christmas Eve? Store hours for Walmart, Target, Costco and more
Here are Christmas Eve store hours for Walmart, Target and other major stores in the U.S.
Here are Christmas Eve store hours for Walmart, Target and other major stores in the U.S.
LIST: Last minute holiday shopping? These Southern California malls and stores are still open
These Los Angeles and Orange County malls and department stores offer extended holiday hours for last-minute Christmas shopping. Here's what will be open.
These Los Angeles and Orange County malls and department stores offer extended holiday hours for last-minute Christmas shopping. Here's what will be open.
700 Airbus employees get sick after gourmet Christmas dinner party in France: ‘Worse than giving birth'
Dinner included lobster, scallops, gone gars, and tournedos, which included desserts of hazelnut chocolate mousse and ice-cream logs.
Dinner included lobster, scallops, gone gars, and tournedos, which included desserts of hazelnut chocolate mousse and ice-cream logs.
4 sisters give birth within 4 months of each other and now celebrate babies’ first holiday together
Stanley, Lydia, Miles and Carsen are cousins all born within 4 months of each other.
Stanley, Lydia, Miles and Carsen are cousins all born within 4 months of each other.
Ozempic, Wegovy and other weight loss drugs present holiday challenges
Celebs and everyday folks are using Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss.
Celebs and everyday folks are using Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss.
'Christmas Tree Cluster' stars shine bright: 'It's beginning to look a lot like cosmos'
NGC 2264, known as the "Christmas Tree Cluster," is a group of young stars in our Milky Way about 2,500 light years away from Earth, according to NASA.
NGC 2264, known as the "Christmas Tree Cluster," is a group of young stars in our Milky Way about 2,500 light years away from Earth, according to NASA.
Baby Jesus figure stolen from war-themed nativity scene at a Los Feliz church
The “baby Jesus" was snatched from a war-themed nativity scene at a church in Los Feliz.
The “baby Jesus" was snatched from a war-themed nativity scene at a church in Los Feliz.
LA Chargers treat Boys & Girls Club of Central OC to holiday shopping spree
The Los Angeles Chargers and the Boys & Girls Club of Central Orange Coast teamed up to spread some holiday cheer this December!
The Los Angeles Chargers and the Boys & Girls Club of Central Orange Coast teamed up to spread some holiday cheer this December!
CHP holiday 'maximum enforcement period' begins on LA's roads Friday
California Highway Patrol begins its holiday enforcement period Friday night in the Los Angeles area. Here's what that means.
California Highway Patrol begins its holiday enforcement period Friday night in the Los Angeles area. Here's what that means.
Tamale tradition draws large lines at Amapola Market
As the holiday season kicks into full swing, residents in Downey are eagerly lining up at the popular Amapola Market for a crucial ingredient in their Christmas celebrations – masa dough for making tamales. The annual rush is a cherished tradition, and this year proves no different as crowds gather to partake in the festive spirit.
As the holiday season kicks into full swing, residents in Downey are eagerly lining up at the popular Amapola Market for a crucial ingredient in their Christmas celebrations – masa dough for making tamales. The annual rush is a cherished tradition, and this year proves no different as crowds gather to partake in the festive spirit.
Holiday shoppers, travelers brave through rain
Holiday shoppers braved through the rainy conditions to get through their errands.
Holiday shoppers braved through the rainy conditions to get through their errands.
Shopping expert reveals best ways to return, exchange gifts after the holidays
If you’re among the shoppers returning an unwanted gift post-holiday, here’s what you need to know before heading to your local stores.
If you’re among the shoppers returning an unwanted gift post-holiday, here’s what you need to know before heading to your local stores.
Fun holiday games for families on a budget
In preparation for the upcoming holiday gatherings, families are on the lookout for easy and budget-friendly game ideas to add cheer to their celebrations.
In preparation for the upcoming holiday gatherings, families are on the lookout for easy and budget-friendly game ideas to add cheer to their celebrations.
Santa Tracker 2023: Watch NORAD follow Santa Claus around the world
When will Santa Claus arrive at your house? Here's what to know about this year's NORAD Santa Tracker.
When will Santa Claus arrive at your house? Here's what to know about this year's NORAD Santa Tracker.
Ryan Gosling drops Christmas version of 'I'm Just Ken,' shares new EP
Merry Christmas, Barbie! Ryan Gosling has released an “I'm Just Ken" EP with collaborators Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt. Listen to the new festive ballad here.
Merry Christmas, Barbie! Ryan Gosling has released an “I'm Just Ken" EP with collaborators Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt. Listen to the new festive ballad here.
Pivot! Deputies overcome hurdles to fit giant Christmas tree in lobby
Colorado deputies in Larimer County faced a festive challenge as they endeavored to squeeze a two-story-tall Christmas tree into their office lobby.
Colorado deputies in Larimer County faced a festive challenge as they endeavored to squeeze a two-story-tall Christmas tree into their office lobby.
Feeling festive? These LA holiday-themed bars will get you in the Christmas spirit
These Los Angeles-based, Santa-approved bars and restaurants are a must-see this holiday season.
These Los Angeles-based, Santa-approved bars and restaurants are a must-see this holiday season.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2023
While many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, some keep their doors open for those looking to eat out on the holiday. Here are the holiday hours for Chick-fil-A, Cheesecake Factory, and more.
While many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, some keep their doors open for those looking to eat out on the holiday. Here are the holiday hours for Chick-fil-A, Cheesecake Factory, and more.
Holiday debt hangover poised to be 'particularly nasty' this year, analyst says
While retail sales are strong, an industry economist is warning about about an uptick in usage for buy now, pay later services as consumers battle growing debt obligations.
While retail sales are strong, an industry economist is warning about about an uptick in usage for buy now, pay later services as consumers battle growing debt obligations.