Yes, IHOP locations will be open on Christmas. Hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding their specific hours before visiting. Yes, Waffle House restaurants will be open on Christmas. No, all Krispy Kreme shops will be closed on Christmas Day, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.

California officials and weather forecasters urged holiday travelers to avoid the roads on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day ahead of a series of powerful winter storms that threatened to slam the state with relentless rains, heavy winds and mountain snow through Friday.

Mudslides from powerful Christmas Eve storm washed out State Route 2 near Wrightwood, California in triggered evacuations in San Bernardino County, CA. First responders have requested additional crews to assist with evacuations.

Plan ahead Many California stores close early Christmas Eve and shut down Christmas Day Check hours for Albertsons Target Costco and more

An atmospheric river, low pressure system and wildfire burn scars are a volatile mix for southern California this Christmas. Here's what we know.

This year is expected to be the busiest on record for holiday travel, but rough weather can make getting to your Christmas destination even harder.

An intense atmospheric river storm has swept across California this week, prompting widespread weather alerts as forecasters warn of flooding during the Christmas holiday. Parts of Southern California entered the holiday under alerts issued by the National Weather Service (NWS),