- Live NORAD Santa Tracker: ABC is simulcasting NORAD’s long-standing tradition of following Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. The real-time map and updates are available on the network’s digital platforms, offering viewers a way to monitor the fictional journey around the globe. For additional context, NORAD maintains a detailed public interface at noradsanta.org.
- Yule Log Stream: A continuous fireplace scene, branded “Happy holidays from ABC News,” provides a low-key backdrop for households seeking ambient holiday visuals.
- FlightAware Holiday Air-Traffic Feed: ABC collaborates with FlightAware to present live data on flight patterns across the United States, supplying travelers with near real-time information on delays and congestion.
- Extreme Rain and Flood Event for Southern California: Meteorologists track a severe weather system bringing heavy precipitation to parts of California, affecting holiday travel plans and prompting localized flood advisories.
- Severe Storm Alert: A separate update addresses intense weather conditions expected in several regions as the holiday period begins, with ABC forecasters warning viewers about potential disruptions.
- Powerball Jackpot at $1.7 Billion: The network flags the rising jackpot, noting that the prize pool has reached one of the largest totals in Powerball history.
- DOJ Statement on Trump After Epstein Files Release: A brief 1-minute-32-second package covers a Department of Justice statement defending former President Donald Trump following the publication of newly unsealed documents tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
- Holiday Travel Alert: Black Ice: A 4-minute-21-second segment outlines road hazards linked to freezing rain and rapidly dropping temperatures, emphasizing the dangers of unseen ice patches.
- Seasonal Entertainment Guide: A 3-minute-22-second report lists the best movies and streaming options available to viewers during the holiday break.
Beyond the immediate holiday frame, ABC News Live’s schedule also features several long-form documentaries and in-depth interviews that remain available on demand. Titles include “Daddy Yankee: A Higher Note,” “Gut Check: The Foods We Eat,” and multiple installments of “All Access With Linsey Davis,” which profile figures such as Stevie Van Zandt, Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani. Other documentaries include “Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything,” “Impact X Nightline: On the Brink,” “Impact X Nightline: Unboxing Shein,” “The Lady Bird Diaries,” and “Impact X Nightline: It’s Britney.” Each program varies in length, with runtimes ranging from roughly 22 to 45 minutes.
For viewers looking to contribute personal stories, ABC News Live continues to promote its open call for ideas through its “Share a story idea” initiative, inviting audience participation in future coverage.
The holiday schedule aims to balance lighter, family-oriented content with timely news developments. The Alabama football player’s visit with local children exemplifies the human-interest angle of the lineup, contrasting with the network’s concurrent focus on severe weather alerts, a record lottery jackpot and legal updates tied to national figures. According to ABC News Live, running the community-oriented video alongside more hard-news items reflects an editorial strategy to provide a comprehensive snapshot of the season’s events.
While the network has not yet indicated whether additional sports figures will appear in similar segments, past ABC News Live programming has periodically highlighted collegiate and professional athletes involved in community service. The latest video continues that tradition, offering a glimpse of how sports personalities engage with the public during the holidays.
All listed segments, including the Alabama football player feature, are available for replay on ABC News Live’s digital platforms. Viewers can access the network’s full slate through streaming devices, the ABC News mobile app and ABCNews.com.
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