WCAX News

New details tonight about a fatal fire in Ryegate.

Now that most of your gifts have likely been unwrapped, now begins the clean-up process.

A juvenile took a joyride to Santa’s Land on Friday in Putney.

Shoppers returned to University Mall the day after Christmas, drawn by steep discounts and post-holiday sales that rival Black Friday deals.

The holidays bring family gatherings, gifts and cooking, but they also increase fire risks, according to Morrisonville Fire Chief Mike Recore.

Border crossings by our neighbors to the north are down significantly as rhetoric affects tourism revenue in our region. Our Calvin Cutler reports.

A Vermont-born admiral's victory at Manila Bay transformed the U.S. Navy and Pacific strategy, and he became a national obsession.

Lake Placid will host free winter events this weekend for families and visitors.

Looking to add a kitty to your family? Meet Mischa, Stuart, Ashton and Caroline!

A UVM herbarium volunteer was honored for decades of preserving plant specimens with a birthday surprise. Meet Vermont Super Senior Hilda White.

A Vermont war hero was born on this day in history.

Skiers and snowboarders flocked to Bolton Valley Resort on Christmas Day to take advantage of freshly fallen snow, trading cozy fireside celebrations for time on the slopes.

Many spend their Christmas morning at home opening presents, but the crowd at Burlington’s new Partizanfilm theater was popping.

A future astronaut was born in our region on this day in history.

Burlington’s Fletcher Free Library opened its doors Christmas Day for more than just reading, distributing about 150 meals to anyone who wanted one.

Community members at MHAB Life Skills Campus in Plattsburgh spent their holiday in the nonprofit’s kitchen, ensuring those who need it get a warm meal on Christmas.

Some Christmas gifts unwrapped today might rely on lithium ion batteries, including e-bikes, power tools and cell phones. Those big ticket items can come with big fire risks, according to local fire officials.

Auto mechanics are raising safety concerns as New Hampshire eliminates its annual vehicle inspection requirement. Our Adam Sullivan reports.

It's our annual Christmas card to our viewers-- WCAX employees reading-- and sometimes performing-- "'Twas the Night Before Christmas."

The holiday spirit is alive and well in Charleston, where Vermont's only reindeer farm brings Christmas magic to the Northeast Kingdom.

If you find new electronics under the Christmas tree this year, experts say don't cheap out on a charger that could pose fire risks.

Burlington's Parks and Rec crew has created rinks and tracks marked by blue flags in the outdoor skating area.

Social Tinkering started in 2020 to bring residents together and combat isolation. But now, it will shut down by the end of the year.

Lake Placid's ski jumping complex is already hosting the FIS Freestyle Aerials World Cup in January. Now, the finals will be in Lake Placid, too.

Stores in Burlington were busy with shoppers on Wednesday as the clock ticked down to Christmas.

After millions of dollars in upgrades, the Killington Resort's Skyeship Gondola will start spinning on Christmas morning.

Students at Canaan Schools are ecstatic to have their artwork hanging on the Vermont state Christmas tree in Washington, D.C.

With bitter cold temperatures in the forecast, Burlington will open an extreme cold weather emergency shelter Thursday evening through Friday morning.

Police say they arrested a South Hero man on Wednesday and recovered multiple stolen packages.

Vermont is among 12 states that will benefit from a federal judge's ruling against the Trump administration.

We're shining a spotlight on some of our Super Seniors on Christmas Eve at 11 p.m. That means there will be no regular newscast.

The half-hour special airs Wednesday at noon on WCAX, replacing the regular noon newscast.

A federal judge has given a green light to New York’s so-called Green Light Law, rejecting the Trump administration’s bid to stop the state from giving people driver’s licenses without having them prove they're in the country legally.

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to cut Homeland Security funding from states that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement, like Vermont and New York.

A Burlington woman faces multiple charges after investigators say she let her baby drown in a bathtub while under the influence.

A Williston home is drawing a lot of attention for its elaborate holiday display after winning the community's holiday decorating contest.

An outdoor ice skating rink is coming to Winooski's Rotary Park this winter.

A Christmas Eve mystery on this day in 1996, when a private jet disappeared in the Upper Valley.

We sit down with Santa to see how the jolly old fellow prepares for his big day!

A stop-work order by the Trump administration directs offshore wind developers to “suspend all ongoing activities” related to five large-scale projects under construction along the East Coast “for the next 90 days for reasons of national security.”

Two people were taken into custody after reported gunshots in Burlington.

Traffic safety data shows the number of fatal crashes in both states went down in 2025.

Students at Canaan Memorial School created ornaments for the Vermont state tree in Washington, D.C., as part of the "America Celebrates" tradition.

Vermont's native spiny softshell turtle population is bouncing back with new records set in 2025 thanks to conservation efforts.

A controversial roadside display in Westford featuring three middle fingers has a new twist this holiday season-- the Grinch.

Regulators are giving Fidium the green light to retire decades-old copper wire phone lines in Vermont. But the new fiber caused trouble for one woman.

More details have emerged about the transition plan for the retirement of Rutland City Police Chief Brian Kilcullen.

Tupper Lake's mayor is calling on New York state officials to help address water quality issues. Without assistance, the village faces a big rate hike.

A volunteer at the University of Vermont Herbarium got the birthday present of a lifetime-- a plant named after her!

A group of local restaurants is working to make sure everyone is fed this Christmas.