This year's 'Castroween' a calm parade of creative costumes
There's something magical about Halloween in San Francisco's Castro District, and it isn't just about the ghouls, and ghosts, and pumpkin decorations.
Barbie house takes spotlight on Halloween-obsessed Livermore block
Residents on Winding Stream Dr. in Livermore go all-out for Halloween, decorating their homes.
'Angels, demons, spirits and souls do exist,' says exorcist priest who warns against Ouija board use
Ouija boards and other attempts to converse with the dead are spiritually dangerous practices that should not be viewed as innocent fun, an exorcist priest told Fox News Digital.
What makes scary music sound spooky? Professor explains
Music in movies such as “Halloween," “Star Wars" and “Jaws" can create a sense of horror.
What is Day of the Dead? A look into its history and how to celebrate
Originating in Mexico, Day of the Dead, or Dia de Muertos, honors departed souls of loved ones who are welcomed back for a few intimate hours.
Thousands attend Dia de los Muertos festival in Oakland
The annual Dia de los Muertos festival was held in Oakland Sunday. The event was expected to bring 100,000 people to the city's Fruitvale neighborhood to commemorate the Mexican traditions around the Day of the Dead.
Bay Area goes big this year with Halloween home displays
From skeletons dressed as 49ers to laser light displays to pumpkins painted like Mona Lisa, here's a look at some of the most elaborate and unique.
'Castroween' is officially back and thriving
Seventeen years after a mass shooting injured nine people, Halloween in the Castro is officially back.
'Boo Fest' and 'Fright Fest' in final weekend at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
This weekend is the last time to visit Six Flags Discovery Kingdom for Boo Fest or Fright Fest this Halloween season.
Here's how to watch a coffin race this weekend
The Emma Crawford Coffin Races and Festival in Manitou Springs, Colorado, is one of the quirkiest and most popular annual events in the region. Here's how to watch it live.
Haunted by horror films: KTVU staff share scary movie memories
KTVU staff shares their scary movie memories. Plus, our upcoming list of spooky events and chilling film screenings lets you create your own horror film memories this Halloween season.
A brief history of loving (and hating) candy corn
"I love candy corn even though it looks like it should taste like a candle," one fan explained. "I also like that many people hate it. It makes me like it even more!"
How to stop squirrels and other animals from eating your pumpkins
From store-bought animal repellents to DIY deterrents, there are several remedies you can try in order to keep critters away from your Halloween and fall decorations.
The most popular Halloween costumes of 2023, according to Google
It’s spooky season, and if you’re still on the hunt for a costume, look no further than Google’s most-searched list for ideas.
These Halloween candies are the worst for your teeth, according to a dentist
A cosmetic dentist in Beverly Hills, California, reveals tips to protect kids’ dental health
M&M's will refill your candy for free if you run out on Halloween
You can have the free goodies delivered to your home on Halloween night.
Walmart to close stores on Thanksgiving for fourth consecutive year
Walmart hinted in 2022 that closing on Thanksgiving would be the norm.
These Taylor Swift Halloween costumes might just steal the spotlight!
Taylor Swift's recent "Eras" tour and rumored romance with Travis Kelce have set the stage for a Halloween phenomenon. Experts predict that Swift's iconic image will inspire some of the year's most popular costumes.
Sony confirms slim PlayStation 5 console for upcoming holiday season
According to Sony, the same technology features highlighted in the PS5 are packed into a smaller form factor, along with an attachable Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive and a 1TB SSD for more internal storage.
Survey: Many holiday shoppers anticipate gift spending will be equal or exceed last year
The majority of shoppers expect their holiday gift spending will stay flat or rise from 2022, according to a recent survey.