Cautious Christmas shoppers out shopping with 20 days left

It looks like "tis the season to be shopping cautiously" thanks to worries about the economy, jobs, and inflation. Every night, until January 4th, San Rafael's free Holiday Light Spectacular picks up spirits at a time spirit picking up is needed,

Survey reveals: Who's getting tips for the holidays – and how much?

Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.

'Santa Frauds' and the 12 scams of Christmas: BBB warnings ahead of 2025 holidays

The holiday season brings cheer, and unfortunately, a surge in scams. The Better Business Bureau recently released its annual “12 Scams of the Holidays," highlighting some of the most common tricks scammers use to steal money or personal data around this time of year.

Holiday shipping deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS dates for on-time delivery

With the holiday shopping season underway, the nation’s major shipping carriers are reminding customers to send packages early to ensure arrival by Christmas.

National Wreaths Across America Day is Dec. 13, how you can help honor and remember the fallen

More than 2 million volunteers across the country will once again remember the fallen, honor those who served, and teach the next generation the value of freedom at the National Wreaths Across America Day.

Watch these kids have the best reaction to dad's Christmas lights

Video captured the special moment three kids in Pennsylvania had a touching reaction to their family’s outdoor Christmas lights.

Watch: Table with massive Thanksgiving spread suddenly collapses

A family’s massive Thanksgiving feast came crashing down before their eyes in an unexpected moment that was caught on camera.

Black Friday online spending hits record $11.8B

AI-driven traffic to retail websites jumped 805% as Americans avoided crowded stores.

Krispy Kreme marks Peanuts’ 75th anniversary with three limited-edition doughnuts

Krispy Kreme’s Peanuts collection features three new festive doughnuts inspired by the world of the Peanuts gang – and the return of two holiday favorites.

Here's why Travel Tuesday can be misleading

Travel Tuesday — the post-Thanksgiving day that promises one-day deals on flights, hotels and cruises — has taken off in recent years.

Founders of Palo Alto streets team serve Thanksgiving meals, keep food pantry open

A beloved non-profit that supported the homeless community in Palo Alto shut down in October, but that didn’t stop its founders from giving back this Thanksgiving.

Black Friday Bay Area store hours: A comprehensive list

For many Americans, the Christmas shopping season gets underway in earnest the day after Thanksgiving, as consumers seek discounts and deals to get the most bang out of their buck.

San Jose dad delivers pies to firefighters who answered his 911 call

A South Bay father showed his appreciation to first responders this Thanksgiving by delivering homemade pies to more than a dozen firehouses in San Jose.