Ukraine says it shot down 3 Russian fighter jets. A Georgia nonprofit is on a mission to give building materials new life. NASA releases new stunning image of "ChristmasTree Cluster." Laura Lynch, Dixie Chicks founding member, dies in Texas car crash. Millions of U.S. travelers hit the skies, roads ahead of Christmas. "Super Saturday"brings out droves of Christmas shoppers. Florida town of Christmas maintains year-round holiday spirit.   

South Carolina mechanic reaches a milestone in kindness. Apple set to halt sales of newer Apple Watch models over patent dispute. Researchers strive to understandimpact of microplastics on the oceans. Fire damages Beyoncé's childhood home. 6-year-old boy placed on wrong Spirit Airlines flight. Alexey Navalny found in Siberianprison, attorneys say. COVID cases on the rise as new variant JN.1 takes hold. Paul Whelan, imprisoned in Russia, issues plea to Biden: "He's the man that can bringme home."