This Alameda Christmas tree tradition dates back more than 85 years
A neighborhood in Alameda is flipping on its holiday lights and displays to bring in the Christmas cheer.
A neighborhood in Alameda is flipping on its holiday lights and displays to bring in the Christmas cheer.
Unique SF-themed gingerbread village set to debut at Fisherman's Wharf
A unique San Francisco-themed gingerbread house village will make its debut to the public next week at Fisherman's Wharf. Jon Lovitch, the artist, flew to the Bay Area from New York City on Friday afternoon to put on the finishing touches. He invited KTVU for a behind-the scenes look.
A unique San Francisco-themed gingerbread house village will make its debut to the public next week at Fisherman's Wharf. Jon Lovitch, the artist, flew to the Bay Area from New York City on Friday afternoon to put on the finishing touches. He invited KTVU for a behind-the scenes look.
The Guardsmen Tree Lot kicks off holiday season with a worthy cause
The Guardsmen Christmas tree lot at Fort Mason is a holiday fixture. Since 1947, the organization has sold trees to benefit at-risk youth in the Bay Area.
The Guardsmen Christmas tree lot at Fort Mason is a holiday fixture. Since 1947, the organization has sold trees to benefit at-risk youth in the Bay Area.
Busy Thanksgiving travel rush wraps up
One of the busiest travel days of the holiday weekend wraps up Sunday, when many people are returning home from their Thanksgiving getaways.
One of the busiest travel days of the holiday weekend wraps up Sunday, when many people are returning home from their Thanksgiving getaways.
Woman serves Thanksgiving feast to neighborhood animals
A woman in Ohio served a Thanksgiving feast to the neighborhood animals.
A woman in Ohio served a Thanksgiving feast to the neighborhood animals.
East Bay Regional Parks celebrates Green Friday, waives park fees
The East Bay Regional Park District waived all fees in honor of Green Friday, and visitors at Fremont's Ardenwood Historic Farm were ready to enjoy the beautiful weather.
The East Bay Regional Park District waived all fees in honor of Green Friday, and visitors at Fremont's Ardenwood Historic Farm were ready to enjoy the beautiful weather.
East Bay woman who lost her son cooks for hundreds this Thanksgiving
An East Bay grandmother is spending her Thanksgiving holiday serving hundreds of people across the East Bay.
An East Bay grandmother is spending her Thanksgiving holiday serving hundreds of people across the East Bay.
San Francisco police spread Thanksgiving cheer, deliver meals to elderly
Thanksgiving is a day to reflect on gratitude and to share good food and fortune.
Thanksgiving is a day to reflect on gratitude and to share good food and fortune.
Watch: Christmas train creates "magical" scene in England
A Christmas train lit up the night in England recently, creating a dazzlingly colorful scene that looked like something straight out of ‘The Polar Express.’
A Christmas train lit up the night in England recently, creating a dazzlingly colorful scene that looked like something straight out of ‘The Polar Express.’
A comprehensive list of Black Friday store hours in the Bay Area
For many Americans, the sport of nabbing deals on Black Friday on the day after Thanksgiving, is as much of a tradition as the turkey, mashed potatoes, and pies.
For many Americans, the sport of nabbing deals on Black Friday on the day after Thanksgiving, is as much of a tradition as the turkey, mashed potatoes, and pies.
Arizona grandma and stranger she mistakenly texted in 2016 will celebrate 9th Thanksgiving together
In 2016, Wanda Dench meant to invite her grandson to her Thanksgiving and accidentally texted Jamal Hinton of Phoenix.
In 2016, Wanda Dench meant to invite her grandson to her Thanksgiving and accidentally texted Jamal Hinton of Phoenix.
The 'turkey trot,' a tradition since 1896, is more popular than ever
A record number of runners (and walkers) were expected to hit the street this morning, burning off a few calories before tearing into their turkey. The annual ‘turkey trot’ tradition goes back longer than you might think.
A record number of runners (and walkers) were expected to hit the street this morning, burning off a few calories before tearing into their turkey. The annual ‘turkey trot’ tradition goes back longer than you might think.
Struggling with your Thanksgiving turkey? This company has a helpline
The 2024 holiday season marks the 43rd year Butterball has operated the Turkey Talk-Line. It will remain open though December 24.
The 2024 holiday season marks the 43rd year Butterball has operated the Turkey Talk-Line. It will remain open though December 24.
San Francisco's Union Square boosts safety for in-person Black Friday shopping
Thanksgiving is tomorrow, which means Black Friday is around the corner.
Thanksgiving is tomorrow, which means Black Friday is around the corner.
Alone for the holidays? This can help
Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.
Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.
Don't wash your turkey; other food safety tips
Avoid getting yourself (and your guests) sick this holiday season and take these food safety tips into consideration.
Avoid getting yourself (and your guests) sick this holiday season and take these food safety tips into consideration.
These stores are closed on Thanksgiving this year
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.
Grocery stores that are open on Thanksgiving Day
Many major grocery chains plan to open on Thanksgiving, but they will operate on a holiday schedule. Here's a list of holiday hours for Bay Area grocery stores.
Many major grocery chains plan to open on Thanksgiving, but they will operate on a holiday schedule. Here's a list of holiday hours for Bay Area grocery stores.
Holiday traffic: What to know before you hit the roads for Thanksgiving
A record 71.7 million Americans are expected to drive 50 miles or more to their Thanksgiving destinations. Experts are offering tips on how to avoid the most congested roads including what Bay Area freeway will be the most packed and when.
A record 71.7 million Americans are expected to drive 50 miles or more to their Thanksgiving destinations. Experts are offering tips on how to avoid the most congested roads including what Bay Area freeway will be the most packed and when.
What’s open and closed on Thanksgiving?
Here's what will be open and closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Here's what will be open and closed on Thanksgiving Day.



















