Christmas shopping

The day after Christmas is usually the busiest return day of the year for stores, and they were ready. Full story...

To combat a less than merry shopping season, many retailers slashed prices and extended hours to try and boost holiday sales Friday; many shoppers were ready to take advantage. Full story...

A detective and a surf instructor shopping? On Christmas Eve? It was all to help a needy family have a special Christmas. Full story...

Shoppers had a variety of items on their lists as they made a final push to stuff the stockings this Christmas. Full story...

Even with a tough economy, some still shoppers consider haggling taboo. While some store owners say they won't negotiate, they don't blame customers for trying. Full story...

With one shopping day still remaining before Christmas, some holiday trends have been determined. Full story...

Santa can't deliver all the presents, so thank goodness for shipping companies. But shippers won't guarantee delivery by Christmas for much longer. If you're behind on your holiday shopping you're not completely out of luck, but you better get crackin' fast. Full story...

If you're like a lot of people, you don't have much money to spend on gifts this holiday season. So to save a buck, many people are opting to make homemade gifts this year. Full story...

When it comes to exchanging holiday gifts, there's a chance you may not like the gift you get. So what's the solution? Some say just re-wrap it and give it to someone else. Full story...

According to a survey conducted by marketing firm Bigresearch, consumers spent an average of $373 in stores and online over the Thanksgiving weekend. That's up seven percent from last year, and an estimated $41 billion in total spending. Full story...

While some businesses are struggling, area pawn shops are booming. Many are pawning their items for the cash to spend, while others are looking to spend to snatch up the deals. Full story...

With Christmas right around the corner thousands of kids are trying to squeeze in some time with the one and only Mr. Claus. Full story...

There are nearly one million titles to choose from in the Wilmington Barnes & Noble, so finding the right book may require a little research. Full story...