Detroit celebrates Kwanzaa with the lighting of the world's largest Kinara display for the fourth year, highlighting African American culture during the festive season.

New Orleans is experiencing widespread dense fog with visibility down to a quarter-mile, high humidity, and warnings for motorists to drive carefully.

Perry Bamonte, former guitarist and keyboardist for The Cure, has died at 65 after a brief illness, leaving a legacy with the band's albums and performances.

A guest won a $118,428 jackpot at Thunder Valley Casino on Christmas, amid a series of high-value wins at the casino, including over $200,000 payouts on Buffalo Link.

Leon Thomas impressed Phoenix with his funk and R&B performance, recalling his acting past and showcasing his "PHOLKS" EP. New Wave praised the EP's blend of classic and modern R&B sounds.

The Adults-Only Animal Camp at Rancho Coastal Humane Society in San Diego offers activities like puppy yoga and wine glass painting, with proceeds supporting shelter animals.

The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink offers three free skating days and additional activities, with regular rates outside these hours. It welcomes all ages until January 19.

Times Square will feature a red, white, and blue Ball Drop on New Year's Eve 2025 and an additional Ball Drop on July 3, 2026, to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

The Florida Aquarium's aquatic displays have returned to Tampa International Airport's baggage claim areas after being temporarily removed due to construction.

Wright County Historical Society's Festival of Trees attracts record visitors, offering decorations, varied visiting hours, and harp music on select days until January 3.

St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is selling tickets for a charity Fight Night event where local deputies and firefighters will box, with proceeds supporting children's charities.

Seven Indiana residents win big in Powerball, with one winning $150,000 and six securing $50,000 to $100,000 each before the $1.7 billion Christmas Eve draw.

A single Arkansas ticket won a $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve, the second-largest U.S. lottery prize and the biggest Powerball of the year.