96-year-old is retiring after years of toymaking
Al Quattrocchi estimates he's made nearly 20,000 toys over the years.
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On the Road for the holidays with Steve Hartman
CBS News is highlighting some of the most memorable holiday stories from "On the Road."
Banksy displays "modified Nativity" scene in Bethlehem
The artwork, named "Scar of Bethlehem," depicts the birth of Jesus under Israel's West Bank separation barrier with a bullet hole shaped like a star.
Americans estimated to have spent $34 billion this weekend
The National Retail Federation predicts the average American will spend $1,047 dollars this holiday season — the most money since they started keeping track.
Prince Harry, Meghan and Archie are spending "private time" in Canada
The couple is taking a break from royal duties.
How Dickens made Christmas what it is today
Dickens description of Christmas established how we celebrate the holiday over 100 years later.
Record 115 million Americans expected to travel for holidays
The American Automobile Associate (AAA) says more than 115 million will travel by road, rail or air between now and January 1.
Vermont speed signs tell drivers if they're "naughty" or "nice"
He sees you when you're sleeping — and apparently while you're driving, too.
Man who plays Santa gets life-changing cochlear implant
Mark Woodmansee loved playing Santa for more than 40 years – then it became difficult to hear what kids wanted for Christmas.
80-year-old vet makes toys for kids in need
Jim Annis has been keeping up this tradition of giving for 50 years.
Boy in domestic violence shelter asks Santa for a "very good dad"
Children have been writing letters to Santa Claus for generations, but this 7-year-old boy's note is different.
"All I Want for Christmas is You" hits Billboard's top spot
It's the first time the song has reached this level in its 25-year history and the first holiday-themed hit to top the Hot 100 chart since "The Chipmunk Song" in 1958.
9-year-old brings Christmas spirit when thieves steal decorations
A home in Downey, California, is usually decked out with elaborate decorations this time of year, but the tradition almost ended when thieves stole some of the display.
Photo trend has parents hoping their kids will cry with Santa
Turns out, crying kids make hilarious holiday photos.
Photos: White House Christmas decorations
The White House says this year's theme, "The Spirit of America," is "a tribute to the traditions, customs, and history that make our Nation great."
Deli owner responds to hundreds of letters to Santa
Last year he received 400 letters to Santa. This year, he's expecting to get even more.
N.C. towns cancel Christmas parades over Confederate protests
After several towns refused to remove Confederate groups from parade lineups, they canceled them altogether
Melania Trump unveils White House Christmas decorations
The first lady released photos and a video of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue decorated for Christmas with the theme "The Spirit of America."
When are the best video game deals? It might surprise you
Shopping experts say two days after Christmas is the best way to score savings on consumer electronics
Here's what to avoid buying on Black Friday
Shoppers beware: Despite all the deals this week, there are some items you're better off waiting to purchase.
Why America is crazy for Christmas movies
Between Hallmark and Lifetime, there will be 70 new holiday movies out by New Year's Day
60 Minutes visits mysterious holy site Lalibela
The story of 11 Ethiopian churches, each carved from a single block of stone, with no brick, no mortar, nor wood, is a creation story you'll need to see to believe. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday
Meghan and Harry to skip Christmas with royal family
The young family won't be spending the most wonderful time of the year with the rest of the royal family this Christmas
New Hampshire woman enlists candidates to send cards to troops
The Military Holiday Card Challenge collects tens of thousands of well-wishes for service members around the world
Scott Walker wades into "holiday tree" fight with menorah tweet
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has gone back to calling the evergreen on display at the state Capitol a holiday tree
Taiwan accuses China of "reckless" drills as forces simulate a blockade
As Taiwan blasts China's "highly provocative and reckless" blockade rehearsal, Trump touts his relationship with Xi Jinping and says an invasion is unlikely.
Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Viral video prompts fraud probe at Minnesota day care centers
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Search for MH370 resumes in Indian Ocean 12 years after plane vanished
U.S.-British firm Ocean Infinity intends to scour almost 6,000 square miles of seafloor for the missing Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777.
"Bomb cyclone" winter storm bringing more snow and fierce winds
A powerful winter storm system moving across the Great Lakes and Northeast is bringing snow and ice, frigid temperatures and fierce wind gusts.
U.S. military conducts 30th strike on alleged drug boat, killing 2
The U.S. military has hit at least 30 alleged drug vessels in the region since early September, killing 107 people.
National Guard deploying to New Orleans as city marks 1 year since terror attack
The Guard members will stay through Carnival season, when residents and tourists descend on the Big Easy to partake in costumed celebrations and massive parades before ending with Mardi Gras.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.