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Dispatcher told him to call the non-emergency number, but he persisted, got arrested.

Here’s the latest for Friday, December 24th: Trump’s first Christmas message to U.S. troops abroad; North Korea calls UN sanctions an ‘act of war;’ Iraqi Christians celebrate Christmas after liberated from Islamic State group; and in its 62nd year, NORAD tracks Santa Claus. (Dec. 24)

Here’s what the conspiracy theorists don’t want you to know.

Patrick Jiron, 83, and Barbara Jiron, 80, were both given marijuana possession citations.

It’s a tradition that goes back more than a century. It’s a manifestation of the American dream. It’s about community and family and social justice.

A simple wooden sled is central to a story of childhood friendship, family history and selfless service.

The stars of TV musical, “A Christmas Story Live,” are ready for the holidays. Matthew Broderick will head home and Maya Rudolph plans to do a whole lot of nothing. (Dec. 22)

Jessica Cantlon was named one ofTime Magazine’s People of the Year for her role as complainant against Florian Jaeger at the University of Rochester.

An 8-year-old boy in Rhode Island who studies music at the prestigious Berklee School of Music brightens the holiday mood by sharing his musical gifts with seniors. (Dec. 22)