As holidays approach, local charities face greater challenges serving those in need

As the holidays approach, the need for donations this time of year becomes even greater. But, with COVID and inflation, local organizations are in need of extra help to fulfill their mission.

As holidays approach, local charities face greater challenges serving those in need
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As the holidays approach, the need for donations this time of year becomes even greater. But, with COVID and inflation, local organizations are in need of extra help to fulfill their mission.

Target claims ‘biggest Black Friday sale ever’ as Thanksgiving nears

An estimated 166.3 million people are planning to shop from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year, according to a new survey.

These cities have the worst Thanksgiving holiday traffic

Auto club AAA estimates that 54.6 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home this Thanksgiving.

Target warns of weak holiday season, CEO says consumers stressed

Inflation dipped slightly in October but has been running near a 40-year high for months, causing consumers to pull back on some spending to prioritize items like food and gas.

Here is your official tipping guide for the holiday season

Tipping early in the holiday season means people have extra cash to spend which may even include giving away their own holiday tips.

Mariah Carey loses bid to trademark 'Queen of Christmas'

Mariah Carey’s application was denied after fellow signer Elizabeth Chan blocked her trademark attempt in a legal filing. Carey's move to claim the phrase upset Chan and singer Darlene Love.

How much you can expect to pay for Thanksgiving staples this year

Americans are bracing for a costly Thanksgiving this year, with double-digit percent increases in the price of turkey, potatoes, stuffing, canned pumpkin and other staples.

Rising costs have families and food banks struggling to put a holiday meal on the table

Adding to the challenge of helping families, everyone, including food banks, are facing the rising cost of everything to put on the festive table. Thanksgiving 2022 has turned into quite an expensive affair.

Christmas shoppers plan to buy real trees despite higher costs

In a recent survey, nearly one in five Americans said they are willing to pay $200 or more for their Christmas tree.

Flying home for the holidays will cost more this year

People still looking to book trips home to visit family or take a vacation during the holidays need to act fast and prepare for sticker shock.

What foods are safe for pets to eat during holidays?

With holiday festivities comes food, and some can be toxic for cats and dogs. In order to avoid a costly trip to the vet, FOX 9 went to the Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley to get some holiday safety tips.