Shoppers and soup kitchens make final preparations for Thanksgiving

From folks who were hosting Thanksgiving for their families to organizations that planned to feed the less fortunate, the day before Thanksgiving was a busy one.

More children keep getting sick by fruit pouches tainted with lead

U.S. health officials are reporting more cases of children sickened by fruit puree pouches that were recalled due to lead contamination.

What to do if your package gets stolen

Thousands of packages will be delivered during the holiday season, making them potential targets for thefts, but there are steps you can take if this happens.

Over 32,000 hybrid Jeep Wrangler SUVs recalled over potential fire risk

Automaker Stellantis has announced a recall of more than 32,000 of its hybrid Jeep Wrangler SUVs because they pose a potential fire risk.

Black Friday is almost here. What to know about the sales event's history and evolution

While Black Friday may no longer look like the crowd-filled, in-person mayhem that it was just decades ago, the holiday sales event is still slated to attract millions of consumers.

Scammers are impersonating police to steal money from would-be victims, Santa Clara investigators warn

SCAM ALERT: Police were warning residents of a sophisticated scam, in which criminals impersonate police officials over the phone to steal people's money. Experts said that instances of scams increase during the holiday season, as they offered tips on how to avoid becoming a victim.

Target reportedly testing 10-item limit for self checkout

Target says any customer with more than 10 items will be directed to a full service lane with a cashier.

Tips for gift giving and staying on budget this holiday season

Whether it’s the grocery store or Black Friday sales, this time of year can put a dent in anyone’s spending. Here are some tips for gift giving and staying on budget this year.

Concerns over spying on children with smart toys flagged by group

Smart toys are becoming more common, and an increase in concerns about them spying on children has coincided with that, according to a new report from the U.S. PIRG Education Fund.

The best-selling car in America is going hybrid-only

Toyota's announcement comes after a recent analysis of more than 1 million vehicles found that hybrid vehicles and trucks hold their value the best.

Atherton has the most expensive zip code in U.S., 10 other Bay Area locations among the top

Atherton remained at the top of a list of the most expensive zip codes in the U.S., with the median price for homes sold surpassing $8 million. Other Bay Area locations were also among the top, as the region held "its status as the most expensive metropolitan area in the U.S.," researchers said.

Majority of Americans take notice in the rise of 'tipflation' across industries

Pew Research did an extensive study showing how the landscape of tipping has changed, and older Americans, in particular are not receptive to some of these reforms.

Airlines warn passengers of fake social media account scams

Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.

1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered at Iowa farm following bird flu case

An additional 1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered after bird flu was confirmed on an Iowa egg farm in the second massive case this week.