It’s not in-store versus online — it’s in-store and online, and something in between.

From records to chocolate to bicycles, three small businesses describe how they’re doing ahead of Black Friday.

Consumers appear to be spreading their holiday spending across more days, heeding advice to get their orders in early.

Retailers have their own reasons to get people to do their holiday shopping early. It’s not all supply chain.

Some retailers are even starting their Black Friday deals today.

They’re trying to make a profit selling less stuff, but holding the line on prices.

Personal touches, virtual community events and free shipping can go a long way.

A federal commission is investigating.

Shopping in crowded stores on Thanksgiving or the day after, Black Friday, is on the CDC’s list of high-risk activities for the fall holidays.

Holiday shopping is early and mostly online this year, experts say. Avoiding supply-chain delays is part of the reason.