Silent horror classics with organ accompaniment screen at SF's Grace Cathedral
A couple of classic silent horror films — "Phantom of the Opera" and "Nosferatu"--screen at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco for Halloween.
A couple of classic silent horror films — "Phantom of the Opera" and "Nosferatu"--screen at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco for Halloween.
Bay Area Día de los Muertos festivities won't disappoint
Amid heightened uncertainty following last week’s threat of major immigration enforcement, several Bay Area cities have canceled or scaled back their Día de los Muertos festivities. Those moving forward say the celebrations are more important than ever — a chance to bring comfort, connection, and unity.
Amid heightened uncertainty following last week’s threat of major immigration enforcement, several Bay Area cities have canceled or scaled back their Día de los Muertos festivities. Those moving forward say the celebrations are more important than ever — a chance to bring comfort, connection, and unity.
Candy recall ahead of Halloween for allergen risk
A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.
A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.
How to score Halloween 2025’s best food deals and freebies
Several major restaurant chains are celebrating Halloween with limited-time deals and freebies.
Several major restaurant chains are celebrating Halloween with limited-time deals and freebies.
Photos: Giant, award-winning pumpkins transformed into Jack-o’-Lantern art
A group of giant pumpkins are on display at a popular garden after being transformed into Jack-o’-lantern art.
A group of giant pumpkins are on display at a popular garden after being transformed into Jack-o’-lantern art.
For Halloween lovers, these are the best places to live
Halloween is one of the most popular times of the year for people to celebrate their love of spookiness. If you have a desire to live spooky year round, there are several places in the U.S. where you can live and do just that, according to Zillow.
Halloween is one of the most popular times of the year for people to celebrate their love of spookiness. If you have a desire to live spooky year round, there are several places in the U.S. where you can live and do just that, according to Zillow.
The best US cities for Halloween 2025, data suggests
A new WalletHub report ranks the best U.S. cities to celebrate Halloween in 2025, based on trick-or-treater friendliness, Halloween fun, and weather.
A new WalletHub report ranks the best U.S. cities to celebrate Halloween in 2025, based on trick-or-treater friendliness, Halloween fun, and weather.
Here’s how much a Walmart Thanksgiving meal will cost this year
Walmart is bringing back its popular Thanksgiving Meal Basket for 2025, promising families an easier and more affordable way to enjoy the holiday.
Walmart is bringing back its popular Thanksgiving Meal Basket for 2025, promising families an easier and more affordable way to enjoy the holiday.
More people are looking for holiday seasonal jobs this year: What that means
Though more people are searching for seasonal work, the number of job postings ahead of the holiday season is only slightly higher, making for a competitive job market.
Though more people are searching for seasonal work, the number of job postings ahead of the holiday season is only slightly higher, making for a competitive job market.
Here's who's hiring for holidays 2025
Many major retailers and companies are starting to hire workers for the upcoming holiday season.
Many major retailers and companies are starting to hire workers for the upcoming holiday season.
Here are the hottest Halloween costumes for 2025, according to Google
From "KPop Demon Hunters" to Labubu to Chicken Jockey, here are the top Halloween costume trends for kids, adults, and even pets, according to Google search.
From "KPop Demon Hunters" to Labubu to Chicken Jockey, here are the top Halloween costume trends for kids, adults, and even pets, according to Google search.
Here's what's open and closed on Labor Day 2025
Banks and many stores are closed on Labor Day, but other retailers are open. Note that some locations may have varying hours.
Banks and many stores are closed on Labor Day, but other retailers are open. Note that some locations may have varying hours.
East Coast beaches hit with 'fecal contamination' warnings ahead of Labor Day weekend
Labor Day vacationers across the East Coast are facing "fecal contamination" warnings at their beaches this holiday weekend.
Labor Day vacationers across the East Coast are facing "fecal contamination" warnings at their beaches this holiday weekend.
Illegal fireworks leave injuries, property damage across Bay Area
Illegal fireworks lit up the skies and caused chaos across the Bay Area during the Fourth of July holiday, leaving behind injuries, property damage, and frustration among residents.
Illegal fireworks lit up the skies and caused chaos across the Bay Area during the Fourth of July holiday, leaving behind injuries, property damage, and frustration among residents.
Joey Chestnut wins 17th hot dog eating contest after 1-year absence
Famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, a native of San Jose, Calif., reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s gastronomic battle in New York for the coveted Mustard Belt.
Famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, a native of San Jose, Calif., reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s gastronomic battle in New York for the coveted Mustard Belt.
July Fourth boaters warned about deadly waterfront danger with lifesaving summer tips
A boating safety expert shares critical tips as Coast Guard data shows 564 deaths and 3,844 accidents in 2023, as officials emphasize proper training and safety checklists.
A boating safety expert shares critical tips as Coast Guard data shows 564 deaths and 3,844 accidents in 2023, as officials emphasize proper training and safety checklists.
July 4th fireworks 2025: How to watch & stream live
Want to keep the parades and fireworks up on your smart TV all day long? Here's where you can find live fireworks and more.
Want to keep the parades and fireworks up on your smart TV all day long? Here's where you can find live fireworks and more.
San Jose scrambles to offer 1st July 4 drone show after canceling fireworks
The city of San Jose announced it was able to secure a drone light show for the July 4 celebration at Lake Cunningham Park.
The city of San Jose announced it was able to secure a drone light show for the July 4 celebration at Lake Cunningham Park.
Remember when? Statue of Liberty restorations in 1986
After weathering New York Harbor for decades, Lady Liberty was in need of major upgrades ahead of her 100th birthday. Here’s a look back at the process.
After weathering New York Harbor for decades, Lady Liberty was in need of major upgrades ahead of her 100th birthday. Here’s a look back at the process.
What's ahead for America's 250th birthday celebration
President Donald Trump kicked off the celebration and one-year countdown with remarks on Thursday. Here's what we know.
President Donald Trump kicked off the celebration and one-year countdown with remarks on Thursday. Here's what we know.