Americans are gearing up for a massive holiday shopping season, but behind the scenes, many retail workers are struggling to afford even a standard apartment: https://www.wkrg.com/news/retail-workers-earn-less-than-half-of-what-they-need-to-afford-rent/ 

D.C. police said they are working in “close coordination” with the National Guard to ensure safety after two National Guard members were shot on Wednesday close to the White House: https://www.wkrg.com/hill-politics/dc-mpd-working-in-close-coordination-with-national-guard-to-ensure-safety/ 

The production lines at Indeed Brewing moved quickly, the cans filling not with beer, but with THC-infused seltzer: https://www.wkrg.com/news/what-a-federal-ban-on-thc-infused-drinks-and-snacks-could-mean-for-the-hemp-industry/ 

Walmart is recalling more than 200,000 camp stoves that can explode or catch fire, causing a burn risk to users: https://www.wkrg.com/news/walmart-recalls-200k-camp-stoves-over-burn-risk/ 

John A. Ross, a veteran of the United States Air Force, was awarded a Quilt of Valor during a special Sew Day event, recognizing his service and dedication: https://www.wkrg.com/news/veterans-voices/quilts-of-valor-honor-unique-stories-of-service/ 

Before you click “buy," it’s worth knowing that many retailers have quietly tightened their return policies in recent years.

While shoppers pack large retail stores for Black Friday and wait on those Cyber Monday deals, downtown Mobile’s small businesses are gearing up for their big day: Small Business Saturday: https://www.wkrg.com/mobile-county/mobile-stores-prepare-for-small-business-saturday/ 

President Trump said Friday that he’s canceling every executive order that former President Biden didn’t personally sign: https://www.wkrg.com/hill-politics/trump-says-hes-canceling-all-executive-orders-biden-didnt-personally-sign/ 

Shoppers along the Gulf Coast came out in full force to score big on savings for holiday shopping: https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/escambia-county/pensacolas-cordova-mall-sees-big-holiday-turnout/ 

Shoppers are already showing up for Black Friday deals, with online shopping up nearly 6% compared to last year: https://www.wkrg.com/news/holiday-shoppers-looking-for-ways-to-stretch-a-dollar/ 

President Trump said Thursday he will halt immigration from “all Third World Countries” after two National Guard members were shot in Washington, D.C., earlier this week.

The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office said it arrested three teenagers on Nov. 23 after they participated in a "door kick challenge" that is circulating on social media: https://www.wkrg.com/state-regional/florida/video-florida-deputies-arrest-3-teens-involved-in-door-kick-challenge/ 

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito says that U.S Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom was a “peacekeeper” who showed courage and honor as she served the nation: https://www.wkrg.com/national/a-peacekeeper-senator-shelley-moore-capito-honors-memory-of-fallen-u-s-army-specialist-sarah-beckstrom/ 

The annual 'Christmas at the Bush House' is set to be held by the City of Crestview: https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/okaloosa-county/christmas-at-the-bush-house-happening-in-crestview/ 

Two people were arrested following a foot chase in Mobile: https://www.wkrg.com/mobile-county/mobile-police-arrest-two-after-foot-chase-at-local-apartment-complex/ 

Four people are in custody after a package was seen being thrown over a fence at this Alabama correctional facility: https://www.wkrg.com/alabama-news/escambia-county-alabama/four-arrested-after-package-thrown-over-fence-at-alabama-prison/ 

Twenty-four million Americans are facing spiking health insurance prices because of expiring enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies that Republicans have so far refused to extend.

Three men who are Mexican nationals have pleaded guilty to immigration-related charges: https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/escambia-county/3-mexican-nationals-plead-guilty-to-immigration-related-charges/ 

A man from Escambia County, accused of arson, murder, and sexual assault, was in court on Wednesday: https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/escambia-county/docket-day-set-for-escambia-county-man-accused-of-killing-children-setting-fire/ 

A recent NerdWallet survey finds that holiday shoppers plan to spend $182 more than last year on presents, on average.

BestReviews rounded up the best early Black Friday deals of 2025 on TVs, headphones, laptops, vacuums, mattresses, beauty products and more.

The 90th edition of the Iron Bowl kicks off Saturday, as Auburn fights for a bowl game and Alabama seeks to keep its College Football Playoff hopes alive.

President Trump reportedly called a New York Times reporter "ugly, both inside and out" after the outlet posted a story about his health, age and alleged "signs of fatigue."

The 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade got underway in New York City on Thursday morning as Americans prepare for a busy holiday season. Here are photos, in case you missed it.

Amazon has thousands of Cyber Monday deals already live, and our colleagues at BestReviews have hand-selected the offers worth your attention.

WATCH: The holiday spirit is in full effect in Gadsden as the community gathered for the "Christmas on the Coosa" tree-lighting event.

One of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday has died, according to President Donald Trump.

Multiple Marion County Fire Rescue employees were arrested after a violent hazing incident involving another employee, the Marion County Sheriff's Office announced.

This Thanksgiving, Waterfront Mission in Pensacola celebrated the holiday like they do every year, with the annual Thanksgiving lunch. https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/escambia-county/pensacola-waterfront-mission-hands-out-more-than-1700-meals-this-thanksgiving/ 

Pope Leo XIV encouraged Turkey to be a source of stability and dialogue in a world riven by conflict, as he opened his first foreign trip as pope on Thursday with a plea for peace amid efforts to end wars in Ukraine and Gaza.

A portion of a Baldwin County road will close temporarily at the beginning of December.

No one wants a weasel on their Thanksgiving table, but swapping turkeys for other animals was once surprisingly common.

The brazen daytime shooting of two National Guard members in the nation's capital by a man authorities identified as an Afghan national has raised multiple questions.

An Afghan national has been accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members just blocks from the White House in a brazen act of violence.

The Town of Summerdale has announced its holiday season events.

An American woman has been reported missing after she failed to return to a cruise ship in the Caribbean. https://www.wkrg.com/national/us-woman-missing-after-not-returning-to-cruise-ship-in-caribbean/ 

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday unveiled a new program meant to bolster France’s armed forces by training thousands of volunteers aged 18 and 19 starting next year.

Children's pajamas sold on Amazon have been recalled over risks of burn hazards, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

This is the second-latest date that Thanksgiving can happen.

Looking for a furry friend to add to your home during the holiday season? Escambia County's Department of Animal Welfare is helping you do just that. https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/escambia-county/escambia-county-to-host-free-pet-adoption-special/ 

Santa Rosa County is opening a cold-weather shelter for those without access to heat on Thanksgiving and Black Friday. https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/santa-rosa-county/santa-rosa-county-cold-weather-shelter-to-open-thanksgiving-black-friday/ 

Ten years ago, Arizona grandmother Wanda Dench sent a text message to what she believed was her grandson’s phone number, inviting him over for Thanksgiving dinner.

An Ocean Springs woman was injured in a Santa Rosa County crash on Wednesday morning.

Prices for Thanksgiving meals have dropped by 5 percent, according to year-over-year data.

Kipekee, a rare spotless giraffe born at a Tennessee zoo, has died. She turned two years old on July 31. https://www.wkrg.com/national/kipekee-rare-spotless-giraffe-at-tennessee-zoo-dies/ 

Firefighters battled a blaze at a high-rise apartment complex in Hong Kong for the second day on Thursday, as the death toll rose to 75 in one of the deadliest blazes in the city's modern history.

They’re both round, orange and probably bad for your health, but which is the better Thanksgiving dessert: pumpkin or sweet potato pie? https://www.wkrg.com/national/thanksgiving-pie-debate-sweet-potato-or-pumpkin/ 

Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell wants Walton County beachgoers to 'Quit playing games' over the mean high water line.

Whether you forgot to thaw your turkey in time or would just rather not have a large Thanksgiving feast, dozens of restaurant chains will be open on Turkey Day to satiate your hunger.

Thanksgiving is officially upon us, which means that you and your family members – including your pets – might be patiently awaiting a feast. https://www.wkrg.com/national/thanksgiving-pet-guide-safe-and-unsafe-foods-for-your-pets/