Holocaust survivors share message of hope during Hanukkah
Holocaust survivors from around the globe are marking the third day of Hanukkah together with a virtual ceremony as Jews worldwide worry about a sharp increase in antisemitism in Europe, the U.S. and elsewhere.
Watch: Christmas lights at Kyiv train station powered by exercise bike amid blackouts
“The spirit, ingenuity and drive of the Ukrainian community never cease to amaze me,” one person wrote in response to the video.
Not just for kids: Toymakers creating more products for adults
Toymakers from Mattel’s American Girl and Build-a-Bear are creating new products, services, and websites aimed at adult audiences. Among the popular toys for adults are Star Wars and Harry Potter-themed Lego sets and action figures.
113 million Americans expected to travel this holiday season as major winter storm looms
The FOX Forecast Center is keeping its eyes on the likelihood of a significant Christmas week winter storm that could impact millions of travelers because of snow, strong winds, rain and dangerously low temperatures.
Bay Area food bank makes a plea for financial donations
A Bay Area food bank that helps hundreds of thousands of people each month is in need of help. Monetary donations to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley are down considerably, according to its CEO. And if they don’t pick up soon, it could threaten the amount of service it’s able to provide.
'High impact' Christmas week winter storm could lead to travel nightmare for millions of Americans
Those living or traveling to and from the eastern third of the country will need to pay very close attention to the forecast as it becomes locked in in the coming days.
Super Saturday for Bay Area retailers
Super Saturday is expected to be even bigger than last year with 158 million consumer out shopping, a 10-million increase over 2021.
Holiday travel: experts recommend getting to this Bay Area airport more than 2 hours before your flight
Two California airports ranked in the top 10 where it is most important to arrive early, according to UpgradedPoints.com.
'Worst' holiday gift survey suggests people don’t like fruitcake, weight-loss items or Christmas ties
In addition, almost 80% of American respondents said they think they’re good at faking enthusiasm when they open a bad gift.
San Jose fire leaves families homeless for the holidays
This is not what mother of two Paige Roster had in mind as being home for the holiday, as she dressed her newborn daughter, Nora. Roster, her partner, Paul Eischens, and their kids are staying at a Los Gatos motel due to unfortunate fate.
Highland Park shooting: Bond set at $50K for father of alleged gunman
"Robert Crimo Jr., again the father, took a reckless and unjustified risk when he decided on Dec. 16, 2019, to sign his son's application for a firearm owner's ID, or FOID card. At the time he signed the application, his son was 19 and could not — let me say that again — could not get a FOID card, and because of that could not legally purchase a firearm without his father's assistance in that application process," Lake County officials said.
Vallejo couple ending community holiday lights display honoring daughter after 23 years
After 23-years one of Vallejo’s iconic home holiday light displays is going dark forever at the end of this holiday season.
'Respect the ho ho ho': behind the scenes with Fairyland's Santa
Eric Martin is Oakland Fairyland's 'Black Santa.' KTVU joined him for a photo shoot and saw first hand what it takes to transform into the big jolly man.
The COVID-19 pandemic, Karens, crypto craziness: The 2022 things we're over
There's a lot to leave behind when 2022 comes to a close as uncertainty rules around the world.
Here’s where Americans are hiding Christmas presents, poll shows
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Holiday gift shopping season! And with gift shopping comes another often overlooked, part of the season: gift hiding.
Grandpa wears makeup in viral J&B Whisky commercial with a message
Spoiler alert! Tissues may come in handy for this Christmas ad from J&B Whisky’s latest campaign, which features a makeup-wearing grandfather and an unexpected twist.
With 10 days of holiday shopping left, shoppers are cutting back on spending
The director of Santa Clara University’s Retail Management Institute says it’s been a tough year for consumers and retailers. Recent data shows people may be looking for a social experience and are not spending as much money on gifts while shopping.
How to tip your mail carrier during Christmas, holiday season
While you can give your mail carrier a gift as a holiday thank-you, there are certain rules federal workers must follow when it comes to receiving gifts, per the United States Postal Service.
Radio City Rockette: A day in the life of a dancer in America’s most popular holiday show
Sarah Grooms Hoge is in her 14th season as a Radio City Rockette.