Beyond black hats and broomsticks, here's what to know about witches, witchcraft, spells, magic, covens, Wiccans and beyond. Learn about the facts and history.

Witches' broom formations are seen in this Virginia pine. The effect of witches' broom is caused by stress in trees. (Submitted photo/Curtis Young) On my cranky days some might say it’s my mode ...

"Putting a broom over your door is protection, so that's what this one is for,” she said, holding up a handmade broom that looked for all the world like something a witch would love.

Halloween Hold my broom: Here's real talk from a "real" witch. Meet a Milwaukee witch - meaning a woman who practices Wicca - and find out what it really means to have this label.

The Rhode Island Witches Guild rehearse the witches dance on Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. at 30 Beach St. in North Kingston. Anyone can join. Attendees are encouraged to bring a hat and broom.

Every October, hundreds of revelers in witch costumes float on lakes and bays, ponds and harbors. Instead of brooms, they opt for paddle boards. By Remy Tumin At first, the silhouette looked ...