Instacart reports on Christmas trends and eggnog popularity in Florida and across the country.

A new search for any trace of a young mother missing since two days before Christmas two years ago.

Patients at Nemours Children’s Hospital got a special surprise from Santa Claus and some of his helpers.

Summer barbecues, birthday parties, winter holiday dinners — all these food-focused celebrations are prime times for dogs to chow down on something that doesn’t agree with them.

In the wake of a deadly antisemitic terror attack in Sydney, Australia, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed for News 6 Monday it is increasing patrols at synagogues and other Jewish organizations in the area.

As winter break approaches, many Orange County families are facing a familiar concern: how to put food on the table when school meals stop.

The holiday season often makes last-minute shopping a challenge, especially for those who left the big grocery-store trip at the bottom of their to-do list.

For many teens, the holidays don’t feel joyful at all.

As you scroll through social media, be cautious of misleading ads and fake websites designed to steal your money.

This has been a year of firsts. The Catholic Church elected its first pope born in the U.S. Donald Trump became the first American president in the modern era to return to office after losing re-election. And Americans spent more money on Black Friday, yet brought home fewer items.

Here's a first look at Christmas weather in Central Florida.

As we trade turkey and cranberry sauce for candy canes and twinkling lights, households across the country are gearing up for another food-centric celebration: Christmas.

Orlando Sanford International Airport is growing with hundreds of millions of dollars in development projects in the works. On Wednesday, our News 6 team got an inside look at one of the newest buildings that is part of the changing landscape at the airport.

Getting a ride home from a holiday party? Better make sure you know what to do with that drink.

The holiday season transforms dinner tables into festive gatherings where every detail makes a difference—wine selection included.

For centuries, winter has been a time for scary stories as people gave form to their fears of the dark. From Gryla in Iceland to the Kallikantzari in Greece, many of the stories seem to be intended as a last-ditch effort to scare naughty children straight. Take the Central European legend of the Krampus.

News 6 will help the city of Orlando light up Lake Eola Park’s Christmas tree.

Trooper Steve answers viewer questions about the rules of the road.

After Cyber Monday comes Giving Tuesday.  It’s a day that began back in 2012 and is dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations and giving back to others.

Melbourne Main Street wants to know who took two giant Christmas decorations from a downtown display.

News 6 explains the final few new Florida laws set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

Thousands crowd into stores across Central Florida on Black Friday.

From meeting Santa and snow tubing to Broadway-style shows and a spectacular light show, find out why this holiday event is a must-visit for families and holiday lovers.

If you stroll down Park Avenue this time of year, you can feel it - that warm, glowing little shift that says the holidays have arrived. But behind the twinkling trees and festive storefronts is a tiny team with a very big job.

Understanding how to give wisely, and safely, has never been more important.

This isn’t your typical vending machine — it’s The Light the World Giving Machine, giving-focused vending machines sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, set up inside the Altamonte Springs Mall.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in downtown Orlando.

This year, state offices will be closed for three more days alongside the standard holidays, according to the governor's office.

With record travel expected this Thanksgiving holiday, here's when you should hit the road and when to avoid travel.

With record travel expected this Thanksgiving holiday, here's when you should hit the road and when to avoid travel.

Nearly 90% of holiday travelers in the U.S. will hit the road for Thanksgiving.

From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.

Hundreds of Central Florida families found holiday relief as the Orange County Sheriff’s Office gave away 600 turkeys just days before Thanksgiving.

News 6 is kicking off the annual Salvation Army Angel Tree program to get results for families across Central Florida.

A team of 40 expert ice carvers spent over a month crafting 2 million pounds of ice sculptures that bring the classic 1964 stop-motion special to life across a 20,000-square-foot exhibit.

A private company managing housing near Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida has told residents to remove Christmas decorations until after Thanksgiving.

This week, Publix has revealed what customers can get their hands on for the holidays — without paying a dime.

'Tis the season! Volusia County is "partnering" with Santa Claus himself to get personalized mail to children ahead of the holidays.

The coolest Halloween on record was set back in 1993.

Halloween is nearly upon us, but before you take your child trick-or-treating, it’s important to keep in mind which houses near you are safe to visit.

Central Florida, the forecast is looking like a treat — not a trick

Holiday decorations, events, treats and more will return to Universal Orlando’s theme parks in November.

The annual holiday event on Park Avenue in Winter Park has been renamed “Christmas on Park” this year, replacing the city’s old name “Holidays on Park.”

Walt Disney World has announced a star-studded list of celebrity narrators for the 2025 season of EPCOT’s “Candlelight Processional.”

A petition circulating in Winter Park is raising concerns that city officials plan to downplay Christmas in local holiday celebrations, but leaders say that perception isn’t accurate.

Before the season ends, Florida's native grocery chain is celebrating Christmas in July with a new offering at its stores.

Altamonte Springs’ “Red Hot & Boom” event kicked off Thursday with a downpour of rain and thunder.

Across Central Florida, as communities crack down on these rentals, Airbnb itself is explaining what it’s doing to eliminate party homes.

Several Central Florida cities are hosting fireworks shows on July 4th - Sanford, Winter Springs, Celebration, St. Cloud, to name a few - but not Oviedo for a second year in a row.

A big building project in Daytona Beach has been nearly sitting still for six years, and many people say it’s become an eyesore.

After more than a year of nightly disruptions, the Orange County Board of Commissioners has approved a new ordinance restricting fireworks use to just three days.

Mother's Day is just around the corner and millions of adult children will travel home for the holiday.

Folklorist Tok Thompson, a professor of anthropology and communications at USC, writes for The Conversation on the origins of the long and interesting journey this mythical figure has taken from European prehistory to today.

As spring kicks into high gear, people across the country are preparing for family gatherings and festive meals for Passover and Easter.

President Donald Trump was sworn in for a second time last month after coming out on top during the 2024 presidential race. But could his birthday soon become a national holiday?

News 6 has created a guide on five unique date spots in The City Beautiful.

The large, headless sculpture of a brontosaurus still sits decades after its creator suffered a horrible accident.

WalletHub's ranking examines factors like cost-effectiveness, local activities and weather forecasts to determine the best romantic hotspots this year.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, online restaurant reservation service OpenTable announces its top 100 most romantic restaurants in the country.

Central Florida came together to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a vibrant parade in downtown Orlando.

A 25-year-old Merritt Island man was cited for his role in the Brevard County Christmas boat parade crash that sent three people to the hospital, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

He apparently died at work on Jan. 4. The family is going through an especially hard time since his daughter had just passed away before Christmas.

'Tis the season again, and New Year's resolutions are back in full force.

Visitors to Florida’s popular grocery chain last month may have seen something unusual on the shelves: an assortment of Publix-themed rubber ducks for sale.

The 20th annual Three Kings Day celebration at Old Town returns this weekend.

The lighted drones that fell from the sky during a holiday show in Downtown Orlando and injured a 7-year-old boy were supposed to fly above Lake Eola at a safe distance away from crowds, documents obtained by News 6 reveal.

The city of Mount Dora is expecting thousands of people to ring in 2025 at its annual New Year's Eve celebration.

The City of Kissimmee celebrated a milestone moment this week by hosting its first menorah lighting ceremony at City Hall, honoring the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.

Millions of people are expected to travel by plane or hit the road this weekend for the holiday season.

With many stores and restaurants shutting down on Christmas Day, shoppers will have a tough time finding a place to eat.

A local Cocoa family is handing out presents for those in need ahead of Christmas Day in Brevard County.

Clouds for Christmas in Central Florida

Police announced that the girl — Taylor Nicole Hathaway — was last seen around 4:30 p.m. near East Michigan Street and South Ferncreek Avenue.

In a release, police said that the man — Lyndarious Eugene Strange, 52 — has medical issues and “may not be aware of where he is.”

Just a day before an all-new holiday-themed drone show was set to debut, the world’s largest Marriott brand hotel announced its cancelation.

Christmas Day is less than a day away, and many stores in Central Florida will be closing early on Christmas Eve in celebration of the holiday.

Each year, millions of cats enter the animal shelter system. And this year, shelters are reporting rising populations.

Whether it’s groceries at Publix or gifts from Target, there’ll be plenty of customers polishing off their to-buy lists ahead of Dec. 25.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are investigating after drones collided and fell into a crowd during a holiday show Saturday evening in downtown Orlando.

The second of two planned holiday drone shows at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando was canceled after what the city described as “technical difficulties,” but one viewer who was at the show said he could see multiple drones crashing into each other before falling to the ground.

The second of two drone shows that was set to take flight Saturday night at Lake Eola was canceled due to “technical difficulties,” city officials said on social media.

Now that Thanksgiving is over, there's no reason to argue about whether it's acceptable to decorate for Christmas before Turkey Day (it is) and move on to more serious business, like which state sells the greatest quantity of America's most important crop: Christmas trees.

Play Santa’s Special Report.

Depending on your budget, you might be deciding between using a credit card or taking advantage of an in-store financing deal.

The company announced that the flavors will return to stores starting in September, and they will remain available while supplies last.

Unfortunately, according to the National Safety Council, both Christmas and New Year’s Eve are among the most dangerous driving holidays in the United States.

A Deltona home is dazzling for the holidays with a giant tree and 25 arches that make a sidewalk look like a winter wonderland.

For one Central Florida post office, it is the busiest time of year.

Here's something you don't see every day.

If you want to avoid paying for priority or express shipping to ship your packages out in time for Christmas or the first night of Hanukkah, today is the day.

We're taking you behind the scenes to show you what it takes to bring you live coverage of distribution day at the Joy Center.

At the Salvation Army Joy Center, the air is alive with laughter, generosity, and a constant buzz of activity as families prepare for a brighter Christmas morning.

At the Salvation Army Joy Center, the generosity flows from volunteers to bags of gifts and straight to families in need.

Many first-time Angel Tree recipients got to experience the event on Tuesday.

It’s that time of year again — and in the spirit of the season, WalletHub has released its 2024 list of America’s “Best Cities for Christmas.”

As students take a break from school, there are fun ways to make sure their break is still educational.

As the holiday season kicks into high gear, people are filled with excitement to see family and friends, and kitchens begin to buzz with the familiar aroma of festive dishes.

Getting a ride home from a holiday party? Better make sure you know what to do with that drink.

While there are plenty of organizations giving back this holiday season, neighborhood groups like the Lee Road Safe Neighborhood association are also doing their part.

The grass on Rick Kane's Satellite Beach lawn is barely visible beneath the giant holiday inflatables.