Tampa cancels annual St. Patrick’s Day tradition of dyeing the river green
Tampa will not turn the Hillsborough River green this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Firecrackers ward off evil spirits, signs of familiar Lunar New Year symbolism prevail
In Oakland Chinatown, firecrackers were lit throughout the day to chase away bad spirits and usher in the Year of the Ox.
Mardi Gras 2021: Bars closed, Bourbon Street barricaded amid COVID-19 pandemic
Parades and parties on Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) and the days leading up to the annual pre-Lenten bash were canceled and bars were ordered closed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Presidents Day 2021: What's open and closed on the federal holiday
From banks to retail stores to the post office — Here's a list of what's open and closed on Presidents Day 2021.
Love on Lock: the pandemic's impact on romantic relationships
Statics have suggested an increase in divorces nationwide and a drop in marriages. Weddings have been either postponed or canceled.
Contra County Clerk's office holds Valentine's Day wedding ceremonies
Dozens of people from all over the Bay Area attended a wedding Sunday at the Contra Costa Clerk's office in Martinez. 21 weddings to be exact.
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter celebrate 74th Valentine's Day as married couple
For many, the love shared on Valentine's Day is fleeting, but not for former President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn. This is their 74th Valentine's Day celebrated as a married couple.
Enjoy Presidents’ Day with these free on-demand movies on Tubi
Enjoy Presidents Day with these free on-demand movies on Tubi
Valentine's Day deals to savor at restaurants, fast food chains
Restaurants and fast-food chains across the country are catering to food lovers this Valentine’s Day with sweet deals bound to attract appetites everywhere.
First lady Jill Biden installs Valentine's Day hearts on White House lawn
The president told reporters that Valentine’s Day is the first lady’s “favorite day,” and he recounted a time while he was vice president that she posted hearts all over the windows of his office.
Downtown San Jose looks to entice visitors with Valentine’s Day attractions
The City of San Jose is giving its downtown some extra love this Valentine’s Day weekend with new attractions. The city hopes it will entice people to visit and support struggling businesses.
‘Ladies celebrating ladies’: Spend Galentine’s Day with free movies that celebrate female friendship
Looking for something to do in lieu of celebrating with your gal pals in person on Galentine’s Day? Tubi can help keep you entertained with free movies featuring strong women and the friends who lift them up.
PG&E issues warning about metallic balloons ahead of Valentine's Day holiday
PG&E is warning people celebrating Valentine's Day this weekend to secure metallic balloons that have caused an increase in power outages recently when the balloons get loose and touch power lines.
Groundhog Day 2021: Punxsutawney Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter
Groundhog Day at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, still went on, but because of the coronavirus pandemic — it was all virtual.
MLK’s message still resonates today throughout the Bay Area
People across the Bay Area found safe ways to honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday, even in the middle of the pandemic.
Bay Area honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Bay Area community members and politicians are honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s mission of "Keeping the Dream Alive."
How to commemorate MLK Day while staying at home
You can commemorate the civil rights icon this MLK Day in several different ways from the safety of your home this year amid the pandemic. Here are just a few ideas.
Santa Clara and San Mateo County residents can recycle Christmas trees via tree collection services
Most residents of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties can recycle their Christmas trees via Recology's and GreenWaste Recovery's curbside holiday tree collection.
DUI, suspicious fire, flipped cars keep San Jose first responders busy on New Year's
It was a busy few hours in the South Bay for the beginning of 2021. San Jose first responders worked several scenes, from crashes, to a fire and a DUI accident.
Big takeout orders, top-shelf alcohol make for festive at-home New Year's celebrations
Ringing in New Year's Eve at home gave people a reason to splurge on pricier alcohol and bigger takeout orders.