Christmas « CBS Los Angeles

(credit: Eliot Schechter/AFP/Getty Images)

Suspect, 18, Accused Of Strong-Arming Boy, 11, Out Of His Christmas Scooter

An 18-year-old is accused of the strong-arm robbery of an 11-year-old on Christmas day.

2012/12/29

Van Nuys Family Celebrates Christmas With $1M Lottery Win

After years of playing Scratchers, a Van Nuys family is celebrating Christmas with a lot more scratch. Make that $1 million in new holiday loot.

2012/12/25

Celebs, Angelenos Spend Christmas Helping The Needy

Celebrities and Angelenos alike are coming together Tuesday to give those in need a Christmas to remember.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/12/25

It Pays (Literally) To Impersonate Santa Claus

Many people wonder why an actor would choose to don a white beard and red suit to impersonate Santa Claus every holiday season. Turns out, he’s paid quite a sum to do it.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/12/24

(credit: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

AAA Projects An Increase In Travel This Holiday Season

More people are expected to get away this holiday season as compared to last year.

2012/12/23

Stores Extend Hours This Weekend For Last-Minute Holiday Shoppers

With just three days left before Christmas, many stores have extended their hours this weekend.

2012/12/22

2M Passengers Expected To Pass Through LAX During Holiday Travel Season

More than two million passengers are expected to pass through Los Angeles International Airport during the holiday travel season, despite numerous canceled flights out of the Midwest due to a winter storm.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/12/21

Santa Ana Police Help Brighten Christmas For Grieving Family

A Santa Ana family affected by a deadly hit-and-run accident in June had a Christmas celebration to remember, thanks to the generosity of the police department and other members of the community.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/12/20

Elaine Pease (bottom center) poses with city volunteers with the Angel Tree Bikes program at Burbank City Hall. (courtesy City of Burbank)

‘Bike Angel’ Turns Old Bikes Into Christmas Cheer For Burbank Kids

“Bike Angel” Elaine Pease is behind an effort to turning old bikes into a holiday blessing.

2012/12/19

Monday Marks The Busiest Mailing Day Of The Year

Monday, Dec. 17 is the busiest shipping and mailing day of the year, according to the United States Postal Service.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/12/17

Gift Guide For OC Pets And Animal Lovers

Chances are you have animal lovers on your holiday gift list, and you may even be one yourself. Don’t leave your furry friends out in the cold this holiday season. From a festive doggy sweater to gourmet goodies, shelter or a good grooming, Orange County is home to a variety of pet-oriented and, of course, pet-friendly shops, full-service salons and gift boutiques. Here are some of Orange County’s best.

CBS Los Angeles–2012/12/14