History of setting up a Christmas tree
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The holiday season is parking joy as millions take part in the annual tradition of setting up a Christmas tree, but the spectacle carries a lot of significance.

Sending Christmas cards to Canada? Think again

The Canada Post strike has prompted the USPS to halt international mail acceptance to Canada, impacting holiday shipping. Learn what this means and explore alternative options.

Bellevue Police make over 45 arrests in shoplifting emphasis patrols

Shoplifter beware, emphasis patrols all across the area are pounding the pavement, looking for anyone trying to swipe holiday gifts. 

Renton emphasis patrols look to deter 'season of thieving'
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The holiday shopping season is here, and that means police are on the lookout for anyone trying to steal from stores.

Retailers hope AI chatbots improve holiday shopping
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Many major retailers have debuted AI-powered chatbots that they say can reduce the stress of the holiday season.

True Northwest: The Giving Machine
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In this edition of True Northwest, FOX 13 photojournalist Michael Driver takes us out to the Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood -- where a simple way to give can make a difference in lives, including your own.

Here are the 10 places known for a white Christmas

It’s only an official white Christmas if one inch or more of snow is on the ground Christmas morning. Here's where it's most likely to happen.

STEM toys helping kids have an educational holiday
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A team at Purdue University is revealing their 2024 engineering gift guide, a collection of items for kids and teens to explore STEM fields.

Factors impacting charity donations
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Economists are analyzing the prospects influencing this season of giving.

Advent calendars grow up: From chocolate treats to skincare

From its humble beginnings of chocolate treats for kids in the runup to Christmas Day, to the indulgent skincare and luxury surprises seen today, advent calendars have significantly evolved since the 19th century.

Sunday after Thanksgiving travel sets new TSA record

More than 3 million people flew in the U.S. on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, setting a new record. It’s one of only two days to ever top 3 million passengers.

Passengers surprised by travel ease at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

At Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, lines of cars can be seen weaving outside the terminals, but inside was a very different scene than expected.

Man butchers beloved West Seattle public Christmas tree
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A man in the West Seattle neighborhood has been seen cutting and pruning trees on public lands across town, but this newest unauthorized trim was not only botched, but leaves the tree in danger of dying before the holidays can come to pass.

When does winter really start? It depends on who you ask

When does winter start? It depends who you ask, because meteorological season's start date is different than the winter solstice.

Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital Festival of Trees lights up in Tacoma

The 38th annual Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital and Foundation’s Festival of Trees is all lit up and open to the public for free on Saturday and Sunday.

Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital Festival of Trees lights up in Tacoma
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The 38th annual Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital and Foundation’s Festival of Trees is all lit up and open to the public for free on Saturday and Sunday. It’s being held at the University of Puget Sound Tennis Pavillion in Tacoma from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.