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These are some of the craziest Halloween laws around America
Halloween revelers are used to asking for a trick or treat, but many don’t know that they could also be asking for a fine. Here are some of the strangest Halloween laws around the country.
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What is the Lunar New Year?
The Lunar New Year, also known as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, is a traditional Asian celebration that has been observed in for thousands of years.
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What is Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is a secular American holiday that celebrates African roots and tradition. Here’s what you need to know.
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These are the 2024 USPS holiday shipping deadlines
Need to send a gift and make to make sure it arrives in time for the holidays? Here are the U.S. Postal Service’s recommended shipping deadlines.
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Butterball introduces cook-from-frozen turkey for a no-thaw Thanksgiving
The largest turkey producer in the U.S. wants to save you time this Thanksgiving by eliminating the dreaded thaw.
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Hallmark Channel stars visit the Wharf for Countdown to Christmas
The Hallmark Channel’s Jingle Stop Tour stopped at the Wharf Wednesday morning. Actors including Tamera Mowry-Housley and Jonathan Bennett celebrated the 15th anniversary of Countdown to Christmas.
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Holiday shoppers plan to spend more while taking on debt this season
Leaning on credit cards, or even buy now, pay later, to purchase holiday gifts will come at a high cost if there are missed or late payments.
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When should you ship your 2024 holiday gifts? USPS releases deadlines
“The earlier you send, the better,” the Postal Service said.
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Eggnog before Thanksgiving? Shoppers eager for a new season scramble retail calendars
Inflationary-weary shoppers still may wait until the first weather snap to get a basic sweater. But when it comes to seasonal items, a growing number of consumers are increasingly wanting to jump on scents and flavors from Halloween to Christmas earlier and earlier.
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What is Indigenous Peoples' Day?
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a U.S. holiday that honors and commemorates the history and culture of indigenous peoples in America.
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A tale of two markets: What's up with DC's downtown holiday market?
A new holiday market is coming to D.C. – sort of. And the expansion is coming with some drama. Before shoppers could flock to D.C. this year to buy scented candles and cashmere scarves, some big changes went on behind the scenes. The result? D.C. will get a new holiday market in Dupont run by a familiar face, while...
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USPS unveils new Kwanzaa stamp
The holiday is celebrated Dec. 26 to Jan. 1 every year, and the USPS is releasing a forever stamp honoring the celebration.
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Charlie Brown holiday specials to air on Apple TV+. Here's how to watch them for free
Here’s how to watch “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” and “A Charlie Brown Christmas” for free on Apple TV+.
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What is Constitution Day?
Constitution day is a federal holiday that commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787.
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Guide to the origin of Friday the 13th
The mystique of Friday the 13th continues to captivate our imaginations and spark conversations around the world. Here are the theories behind the day.
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TSA expects record traveling on Labor Day weekend
The Transportation Security Administration says it is preparing for what is expected to be the busiest Labor Day travel period on record.
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From National Potato Day to Alien Abduction Day: what's with all these weird holidays?
From the curious to the downright bizarre, there’s a day for everything. Did you know you can make your own obscure holiday? Find out how, and why, these quirky holidays come to be.
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Are stores open on July 4th? From Walmart to Starbucks, here's what will be open and closed
From Walmart to Starbucks and from FedEx to IKEA, here’s what will be open or closed on July 4th.
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AAA expands July 4 travel window
The peak travel window for Independence Day begins Saturday, according to AAA. News4’s Derrick Ward spoke with experts and explains how to make the most of the trip.
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How to navigate the July 4 travel rush at DC-area airports
TSA expects to screen 32 million people between Thursday and the Monday after Independence Day. News4’s Joseph Olmo shows the travel rush at Reagan Washington National Airport.