Radio Newsline

Active weather and the timing of it will play a role in travel conditions going into and out of the Christmas weekend holiday. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey previews what the Christmas Day weather forecast might look like and what that may mean regarding regional travel implications.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at potential weather conditions across the country after Christmas Day and how travel might be affected.

Big, fancy and elaborate toys may not be the best toys for younger children. (Gary Crawford and Bradford Wiles, Child Development Specialist, Kansas State University)

Are we giving our kids far too many toys for the holidays? One expert thinks so. (Gary Crawford and Kansas State University Associate Professor and Extension Child Development Expert Bradford Wiles.)

There are many holiday party foods that can be dangerous for your pets. (Gary Crawford and Dr. Susan Nelson)

USDA Senior Advisor Monica Rainge with a timely and important message about the USDA's Discrimination Financial Assistance program.

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack says poultry companies don't need more time to implement new USDA rules on contract transparency. (Gary Crawford and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack)

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack telling reporters Tuesday why he wants full funding for the USDA's WIC nutrition program for Women, Infants and children.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack telling reporters Tuesday why he wants full funding for the SNAP program.