City will pick up Christmas trees by the curb throughout January
For more information on the tree recycling program, visit the County Park System's website here. Be sure to remove all stray ornaments before dropping off your tree.

Thomas Fire now considered largest in California history
Meanwhile, the Creek fire, which has scorched more than 15,000 acres east of Sylmar, is nearing 100% containment, officials said. Claus greet firefighters during the Christmas Eve morning briefing on the Thomas Fire .

Steelers vs. Texans: 4 bold predictions sure to go wrong
Hopkins did not have a reception until the final play of the third quarter and finished with four catches for 65 yards. One player the Steelers may have left in the game too long, however, is rookie outside linebacker T.J.

Metro Detroit Weather: More snow on the way this Christmas day
Tree branches could fall as well, resulting in scattered power outages. A winter weather advisory will be in effect from 9 tonight to 7 p.m.

Guatemala to move embassy in Israel to Jerusalem in Trump's wake
Guatemala was among only eight countries to join the United States on Thursday in voting against the resolution. The resolution passed by the General Assembly declared the US action on Jerusalem "null and void".

Mumbai's first AC local train makes maiden journey
For the first week, the authorities will run the train for only six times every day between Churchgate and Borivli stations. Initially, it was meant to be run on the central line but it was later made a decision to run it first on the western line.

USA announces $285M cut in 2018-19 United Nations operating budget
The remaining 21 countries did not turn up for the non-binding resolution. "Well, we're watching those votes", he added. In July, Trump had promised $639m in aid to assist people facing starvation in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen.

Dreaming of a white Christmas? No need, it's a reality
The National Weather Service's forecast indicates the next chance of snow will come New Year's Eve weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory , which remains in effect from 9 p.m.

Miss America CEO resigns over email scandal
His resignation is effective immediately, while Mr Randle and Ms Weidner will remain for a few weeks to help with the leadership transition.

Apple slows some older iPhones because of flagging batteries
Apple said it was intended as a fix to deal with degraded lithium-ion batteries that could otherwise suddenly die. Both lawsuits are claiming the same thing, that Apple did not have user consent to slow down their phones.

Comcast, AT&T trickle down $1K bonuses to employees after corporate tax bonanza
Wells Fargo: The company announced a $15 an hour wage raise for workers, though it did not link it to the passage of the tax bill. The bonuses will all go to non-executive employees.

JK CM pays tributes to 4 Army personnel killed in Pak firing
Sepoy Pargat Singh (30) belonged to Karnal district in Haryana and is survived by wife Ramanpreet Kaur and a son, the Army said. In a strongly worded press statement, the Indian Army warned Pakistan saying martyrdom of Indian soldiers will not go in vain.

OH parents give teachers wine bearing photos of their son
A couple from Dayton, Ohio made a decision to get their son's elementary school teachers a special Christmas gift this year. DJ Sommers of Dayton, Ohio, says his parents usually give teachers a candle or flower to say thanks.

Eric Schmidt relinquinshes Alphabet executive chairman position to become merely "technical director"
Schmidt had previously worked at Sun Microsystems and Novell before being hired by Brin and Page to run the company. He also plans to spend time on philanthropy and on "science and technology issues", he said in the statement.

Restaurants will be open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
Though some restaurants and bars will remain open on Sunday, check restaurant hours before you head out for lunch or supper. Niagara Falls Transit will have modified service on Christmas Day and Boxing Day , but offices will be closed.