San Francisco weather: Meteorologists predict Christmas surprise
It's been raining off and on throughout the weekend. And more rain is expected this week. But meteorologists have a present in store for Christmas Day.
It's been raining off and on throughout the weekend. And more rain is expected this week. But meteorologists have a present in store for Christmas Day.
East Bay homeless shelter helps get lives back on track year-round
As shelters gear up for a busy holiday week, inside the bustling kitchen of the Bay Area Rescue Mission in Richmond, it's just as busy as ever.
As shelters gear up for a busy holiday week, inside the bustling kitchen of the Bay Area Rescue Mission in Richmond, it's just as busy as ever.
Last minute holiday shoppers look for deals in-store and online
There are just two shopping days left before Christmas and millions of people across the country are expected to shop in-store and online, looking for last-minute sales and deals.
There are just two shopping days left before Christmas and millions of people across the country are expected to shop in-store and online, looking for last-minute sales and deals.
Benicia man who rebuilds and donates bicycles to children receives holiday surprise
Christmas came early for one man in Benicia who's made it his mission to rebuild bicycles and give them away to children and teens. Every year, his donated bikes would be picked up by a representative from a church, nonprofit or the fire department to be distributed. But this year, he received a holiday surprise.
Christmas came early for one man in Benicia who's made it his mission to rebuild bicycles and give them away to children and teens. Every year, his donated bikes would be picked up by a representative from a church, nonprofit or the fire department to be distributed. But this year, he received a holiday surprise.
San Jose teen continues annual toy drive he started as a child
A San Jose teen made it his goal at just 7 years old to make sure every kids had a new toy for Christmas. Now 12 years later, his toy drive is giving away 30,000 toys.
A San Jose teen made it his goal at just 7 years old to make sure every kids had a new toy for Christmas. Now 12 years later, his toy drive is giving away 30,000 toys.
The ethical impacts of holidays: Balancing joy with responsibility
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but it also brings ethical concerns, from environmental impacts to social pressures. Here’s how to approach holidays mindfully.
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but it also brings ethical concerns, from environmental impacts to social pressures. Here’s how to approach holidays mindfully.
Top ‘unique’ Christmas cookies by state, according to Google
This year, some Americans have opted to try a more unique Christmas cookie recipe as opposed to the classics.
This year, some Americans have opted to try a more unique Christmas cookie recipe as opposed to the classics.
Here are the states that grow the most Christmas trees
Christmas trees are grown on farms across the country, but these areas produce the highest number of trees annually.
Christmas trees are grown on farms across the country, but these areas produce the highest number of trees annually.
Youth and adult offenders volunteer at Oakland toy giveaway to give back
An Oakland nonprofit helping at-risk youth and adult offenders turn their lives around, is preparing to host its first toy giveaway this weekend.
An Oakland nonprofit helping at-risk youth and adult offenders turn their lives around, is preparing to host its first toy giveaway this weekend.
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri rings bell for Salvation Army in Santa Rosa
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri came to Santa Rosa Plaza on Wednesday for a good cause: ringing the bell for the Salvation Army to encourage donations.
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri came to Santa Rosa Plaza on Wednesday for a good cause: ringing the bell for the Salvation Army to encourage donations.
Bay Area stores open and closed on Christmas Day
Many Bay Area stores are open on Christmas Eve, and those open on Christmas Day will close early. Here's a comprehensive list of retailers' 2024 holiday hours.
Many Bay Area stores are open on Christmas Eve, and those open on Christmas Day will close early. Here's a comprehensive list of retailers' 2024 holiday hours.
Christmas gift spending per child by state
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
List: Best Bay Area holiday light displays in 2024
Got a holiday itch for twinkling lights and bright colors? We thought you did. So we compiled a list of the best holiday light displays around the Bay Area.
Got a holiday itch for twinkling lights and bright colors? We thought you did. So we compiled a list of the best holiday light displays around the Bay Area.
Inflatable holiday décor sparks fire at North Bay home
Officials are reminding residents to be mindful of their holiday decoration this season after a Yountville resident's home suffered fire damage from an inflatable.
Officials are reminding residents to be mindful of their holiday decoration this season after a Yountville resident's home suffered fire damage from an inflatable.
Watch: Giant Santa inflatables take over Utah neighborhood
A Utah neighborhood is getting attention for its synchronized festive decorating skills.
A Utah neighborhood is getting attention for its synchronized festive decorating skills.
Christmas tree light controllers sold at Target, Walmart recalled for fire risk
A Christmas accessory sold at several major retailers, including Target, Walmart and Cracker Barrel, has been recalled.
A Christmas accessory sold at several major retailers, including Target, Walmart and Cracker Barrel, has been recalled.
SantaCon in San Francisco: Epic pub crawl and Christmas fundraiser
It's that time of year again – when thousands of Santas descend upon San Francisco.
It's that time of year again – when thousands of Santas descend upon San Francisco.
Airbnb rolls out ‘anti-party restrictions’ for New Year’s Eve
Airbnb introduces measures to reduce unauthorized parties during New Year’s Eve, blocking high-risk bookings globally.
Airbnb introduces measures to reduce unauthorized parties during New Year’s Eve, blocking high-risk bookings globally.
5 unusual holiday traditions around the world
Some holiday traditions date back thousands of years, while others are thanks to a marketing campaign from Col. Sanders.
Some holiday traditions date back thousands of years, while others are thanks to a marketing campaign from Col. Sanders.
Are poinsettias and mistletoe really dangerous?
Learn the truth about the safety of popular holiday plants like poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly. Are they as dangerous as you’ve been told, and what precautions should you take?
Learn the truth about the safety of popular holiday plants like poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly. Are they as dangerous as you’ve been told, and what precautions should you take?