Nation

Patrick Jiron, 83, and Barbara Jiron, 80, were both given marijuana possession citations.

It’s a tradition that goes back more than a century. It’s a manifestation of the American dream. It’s about community and family and social justice.

A simple wooden sled is central to a story of childhood friendship, family history and selfless service.

The stars of TV musical, “A Christmas Story Live,” are ready for the holidays. Matthew Broderick will head home and Maya Rudolph plans to do a whole lot of nothing. (Dec. 22)

Jessica Cantlon was named one ofTime Magazine’s People of the Year for her role as complainant against Florian Jaeger at the University of Rochester.

An 8-year-old boy in Rhode Island who studies music at the prestigious Berklee School of Music brightens the holiday mood by sharing his musical gifts with seniors. (Dec. 22)

“Adding a daily serving of green, leafy vegetables to your diet may be a simple way to foster your brain health,” said Martha Clare Morris.

When Dermot Mulroney isn’t playing opposite actresses like Julia Roberts, Elisabeth Shue and Sarah Jessica Parker, there’s a good chance he’ll be performing somewhere off camera. Most likely, he’s playing a cello. (Dec. 22)

Josh Groban, Lena Hall and Bryan Terrell Clark reflect on playing make believe as kids. (Dec. 22)

Spanish authorities say a double-decker commuter train crashed into a buffer in a town near Madrid and nearly 40 passengers were injured, including two who were hospitalized with serious injuries. (Dec. 22)

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