At Texas Children’s Hospital, young patients are able to pick from more than 200 hand-decorated, kid-sized trees ahead of Christmas. NBC News’ Priscilla Thompson reports.
In Charlotte, North Carolina, hundreds of participants shined lights on Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital patients, who shined them back. It’s an annual tradition known as “Lights for Levine,” part of a big effort to get children into the holiday spirit. NBC News’ Jose Diaz-Balart has that story and more in this week’s Good News Wrap-Up.
Lindsey Vonn became the oldest alpine skier to ever win a World Cup race, with a victory in the downhill in St. Moritz, Switzerland. Vonn retired in 2019, but returned to competitive skiing five years later. Now she’s hoping to make a run for gold at the upcoming Olympics. NBC News’ Tom Llamas reports.
As the legendary Radio City Rockettes celebrate a century’s worth of “Christmas Spectaculars,” Joe Fryer sits down with three generations of dancers – including 93-year-old Jean Martin who’s still kicking – to reflect on the milestone.
As Rehema Ellis embarks on her next adventure, Nightly News celebrates a beloved member of the NBC family. Ellis has covered countless stories over the years and reported around the world. NBC News’ Tom Llamas shares her story.
Veteran NFL quarterback Philip Rivers joined the practice squad for the Indianapolis Colts. It’s been years since he played professional, but the father of ten says he’s ready for his comeback. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports.
On the Friday before final exams, students at Taylor University in Indiana dress up in costumes and pack into the stands to watch the men’s basketball team. Unlike other games, they watch in complete silence until the home team’s tenth point is scored, a tradition that started more than 25 years ago. NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas reports.
Residents in Altadena, California, are moving forward after the Eaton Fire devastated the region earlier this year, with the community bringing back its time-honored holiday tradition, “Christmas Tree Lane,” for the holiday season. NBC News’ Hallie Jackson has the story.
After an outpouring of donations, 88-year-old Ed Bambas was surprised with a life-changing check that will help him retire. NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas reports.
88-year-old Army veteran Ed Bambas went viral on social media this week after an influencer shared a video of Bambas opening up about his work in a grocery store to make ends meet. NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas reports.
This year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree traveled to the heart of midtown from upstate New York. It was donated by a mother and her young son. They say this year’s lighting will be an emotional tribute to someone they loved. NBC News’ Joe Fryer reports.
