Gift returns and exchanges: How have stores changed their policies for the holiday season?
If you received gifts for the holidays that were not a personal favorite, here is what you need to know before returning them to the store.
If you received gifts for the holidays that were not a personal favorite, here is what you need to know before returning them to the store.
Climate in 2022: Extreme heat, drought, floods fueled by warming planet
By October, the U.S. had experienced 15 major weather disasters with losses exceeding $1 billion in damage each, according to NOAA.
By October, the U.S. had experienced 15 major weather disasters with losses exceeding $1 billion in damage each, according to NOAA.
Pop culture moments in 2022: The year of the slap
Taylor Swift was up. Tom Cruise was back. BTS stepped aside. But after 2022, all you need to say is "the slap" and people will know what you mean.
Taylor Swift was up. Tom Cruise was back. BTS stepped aside. But after 2022, all you need to say is "the slap" and people will know what you mean.
Things to do this week in Metro Atlanta: Dec. 26 – Jan. 1
Each week, FOX 5 Atlanta will update viewers and readers on Things to Do in Metro Atlanta. Download the FOX 5 Atlanta App, and follow FOX 5 Atlanta on social media channels for weekly updates.
Each week, FOX 5 Atlanta will update viewers and readers on Things to Do in Metro Atlanta. Download the FOX 5 Atlanta App, and follow FOX 5 Atlanta on social media channels for weekly updates.
Christmas tree pickup, recycling tips for after the holidays
Recycling options vary among communities but here are some general tips on how to get rid of your real tree.
Recycling options vary among communities but here are some general tips on how to get rid of your real tree.
Is Christmas wrapping paper recyclable? Tips for leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
Ukrainians celebrate Christmas with the West, part with Russia
Yes, this has to do with the war, and yes, they have the blessing of their local church.
Yes, this has to do with the war, and yes, they have the blessing of their local church.
King Charles' first Christmas address pays tribute to first responders, late queen
"Christmas is a particularly poignant time for all of us who have lost loved ones," Charles said. "We feel their absence ... and remember them in each cherished tradition."
"Christmas is a particularly poignant time for all of us who have lost loved ones," Charles said. "We feel their absence ... and remember them in each cherished tradition."
Pope laments 'icy winds of war' in Christmas address
"Indeed, we must acknowledge with sorrow that, even as the Prince of Peace is given to us, the icy winds of war continue to buffet humanity," Pope Francis said.
"Indeed, we must acknowledge with sorrow that, even as the Prince of Peace is given to us, the icy winds of war continue to buffet humanity," Pope Francis said.
Last-minute travelers fear being stuck on Christmas
Flight Aware reported more than 100 Christmas Day flights, both into and out of Atlanta, have already canceled.
Flight Aware reported more than 100 Christmas Day flights, both into and out of Atlanta, have already canceled.
Police in Indiana replace family’s gifts stolen in burglary on Christmas Eve
On Christmas Eve morning, the family’s gifts were stolen by a burglar. By the day’s end, they had a new pile of presents thanks to the kindness of the community.
On Christmas Eve morning, the family’s gifts were stolen by a burglar. By the day’s end, they had a new pile of presents thanks to the kindness of the community.
Marines use snowmobiles, aircraft to deliver toys to remote Alaskan villages
Children living in the Arctic Circle love extra-special delivery.
Children living in the Arctic Circle love extra-special delivery.
How ‘White Christmas’ became an iconic holiday song
"White Christmas" became an instant hit when it premiered in the movie "Holiday Inn" in 1942.
"White Christmas" became an instant hit when it premiered in the movie "Holiday Inn" in 1942.
FedEx, UPS warn package deliveries could be interrupted by winter storm as driver safety takes priority
Both FedEx and UPS said the safety of its drivers remains a top priority following the winter weather blast.
Both FedEx and UPS said the safety of its drivers remains a top priority following the winter weather blast.
Atlanta rapper Offset holds inaugural toy giveaway ahead of Christmas
Atlanta rapper Offset did not let the cold stop him from providing gifts to children in need Friday.
Atlanta rapper Offset did not let the cold stop him from providing gifts to children in need Friday.
HVAC companies inundated with calls in the frigid weather
HVAC companies have been extremely busy during this frigid weather. The extreme cold has heaters working overtime, and they're breaking down.
HVAC companies have been extremely busy during this frigid weather. The extreme cold has heaters working overtime, and they're breaking down.
President Biden, first lady bring holiday cheer to Children’s National Hospital
President Biden joined First Lady Dr. Jill Biden Friday for an annual holiday visit to Children's National Hospital.
President Biden joined First Lady Dr. Jill Biden Friday for an annual holiday visit to Children's National Hospital.
Stranded high school student from Ukraine finds home away from home in Fayette County
A foreign exchange student from Ukraine is stranded in metro Atlanta because of the war, but she has found a home with her 11th grade science teacher from Sandy Creek High School.
A foreign exchange student from Ukraine is stranded in metro Atlanta because of the war, but she has found a home with her 11th grade science teacher from Sandy Creek High School.
Bomb cyclone, COVID-19 won't slow down Santa's Christmas deliveries, NORAD says
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is responsible for defending the skies above North America.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is responsible for defending the skies above North America.
Apollo 8’s biblical Christmas Eve message: 'God bless all of you – all of you on the good Earth'
In 1968, the crew of Apollo 8 was told they’d have the largest audience in history as they headed for the moon on Christmas Eve. But what should they say to the conflicted planet they’d left behind?
In 1968, the crew of Apollo 8 was told they’d have the largest audience in history as they headed for the moon on Christmas Eve. But what should they say to the conflicted planet they’d left behind?



















