Deck The Halls | Holiday Flicks | Christmas Tunes: LA Today

LOS ANGELES COUNTY – From some of the best Christmas tunes to listen to, to the best holiday movies to watch, we've rounded up some of our favorite holiday stories for you on Christmas Day. Around the Southland, people are celebrating the season with music, masses and gatherings around the table, bringing family and friends together during this special time.

Here are some stories that touched us this 2018 holiday season:

Students Given $23K To Learn The Joy Of Giving
If you knew that you could change someone's life, would you? These Los Al students were granted $500 each to give to those who need it most.

Indie Rock Christmas Songs: Patch Holiday Playlist

There are favorites like Earth, Wind & Fire, The Ramones and The White Stripes, along with fresher faces and some remixes of the classics.

Here's The Favorite Christmas Movie California Is Obsessing Over

From classics like "It's A Wonderful Life" to kid-friendly movies such as "The Polar Express," every state has a favorite Christmas movie.

Is The Grinch Real? CA's Top Christmas Google Search
What you Google during the Christmas season says a lot about you. Here's California's top search.

Here's California's Tallest Christmas Tree

Real trees. Fake trees. Trees made of lights. 24/7 Wall St. found the tallest Christmas tree in every state. Here's California's tree.

Classic Christmas Songs: Patch Holiday Playlist
With crooners like Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra, this playlist will transport you to a big comfy chair near a warm fire.

Southland Celebrates Christmas Eve With Masses And Music
As Santa gets ready to make his way around the world, Southern California will celebrate with church services and musical performances.

Bedtime Story Pajama Drive: Walnut Kids Donate 60 Pairs Of PJs
While shoppers are busy buying last-minute gifts, these students paused to remember those who are less fortunate with this pajama drive.

Santa Recovers From Disneyland Parade Float Tumble
It takes quite a lot for this jolly elf to topple! But Santa Claus caused a bit of a scare at Saturday's Disneyland Resort holiday parade.

Help The Homeless This Holiday Season
Here is how to help the Village of Hope residents in 2018. The group opened its first online Gift Catalog for donations to specific causes.

Boxing Day Explained: More Than Just Putting Gifts Away
No need to ask Alexa or Google, here are a some Boxing Day facts to help you understand this tradition celebrated the day after Christmas.

Santa Tracker 2018: Follow His Sleigh Along On NORAD

Follow Santa on his magical journey from the North Pole all the way to your rooftop this Christmas.

Worst Christmas Candy: Nougat, Reindeer Corn And 'Grinch Vomit'

Candystore.com asked customers what Christmas candies they hate, prompting responses like “unholy,” “Grinch vomit” and “not food.”

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