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12 Days of Christmas

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Heartwarming

Independently constructed rollercoaster leads to endless fun for Dallas, Texas, family

A Dallas dad built a rollercoaster for his kids to give them a summer of endless joy and fun.
National

'Giving Tuesday' allows Americans to donate to people, organizations in need

Local nonprofits to global organizations partake in "Giving Tuesday" and provide an avenue for people looking to be generous for the holidays.
Regional

Minnesotan who made thousands of toys after illness forced him out of farming, has died

Unable to farm any longer, John Volz dedicated his life to making and giving away toys.
Local News

Catching up with Toys for Tots ahead of WQAD's collection drive on Dec. 3

Join WQAD News 8 staff, Marines and volunteers during a day-long toy drive at the station on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Holidays

Christmas Cottage | Cozy cottage amid the snow

A cozy cottage scene set amid the falling snow. A video loop featuring festive music for the holidays.
Holidays

Merry Christmas | Santa and his reindeer fly through the forest

Santa and his reindeer are flying through a winter forest to deliver presents. Enjoy this video loop set to some festive music!
Holidays

Outdoor Yule Log | Warm, crackling fire during winter

An outdoor yule log video loop set to holiday music. Enjoy the crackling fire in an outdoor winter setting.
Holidays

Yule Log: Cozy, crackling fireplace

Sit back and enjoy this cozy, crackling fire.
National

Texas firefighter swims into bayou to rescue tiny dog but it had other ideas

A firefighter jumped into Sims Bayou and swam to the Chihuahua. When he got close, the feisty little dog barked at him and nipped at his fingers.
Pets

Pet of the Week - Rhea | Dec. 2, 2024

News 8 and the Quad City Animal Welfare Center partner each week to help pets find their forever homes.
Agriculture

Minnesota farmers use laser technology to fight against the Avian Flu

"Is it 100% the answer? No, of course not. But it's another tool in our toolbox."

Official rules for the Harlem Globetrotters Ball Kid Sweepstakes

Register for the chance for your child to be a ball kid at the Harlem Globetrotters game this January.

Gusty winds return as the cold continues Tuesday

Wind gusts could reach 50 mph Wednesday: Storm Track 8 Weather Impact Alert

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Get great gift ideas and win prizes in our 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways

Independently constructed rollercoaster leads to endless fun for Dallas, Texas, family

'Giving Tuesday' allows Americans to donate to people, organizations in need

Minnesotan who made thousands of toys after illness forced him out of farming, has died

Catching up with Toys for Tots ahead of WQAD's collection drive on Dec. 3

Christmas Cottage | Cozy cottage amid the snow

Merry Christmas | Santa and his reindeer fly through the forest

Outdoor Yule Log | Warm, crackling fire during winter

Yule Log: Cozy, crackling fireplace

Texas firefighter swims into bayou to rescue tiny dog but it had other ideas

Pet of the Week - Rhea | Dec. 2, 2024

Minnesota farmers use laser technology to fight against the Avian Flu

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