Florida man tortured by fiancé's cult-like 'Bath & Body Works' Christmas candle sale
When asked what motivated him to tag along, Bateman cited the age-old maxim: Happy wife, happy life
2 North Texas military families surprised with free cars for the holidays
Two people already serving the country got some help over financial hurdles. They were given cars to end some of their money worries.
Where Americans are hiding Christmas gifts, poll reveals
A new poll asked Americans where they’re hiding their Christmas gifts — and the most popular place also proved to be the first place most kids snoop.
Kentucky firefighters show off ‘Santa Truck’ decked in holiday decorations
The Zoneton Fire Protection District rolled out the truck on Dec. 1 and took three weeks to decorate.
Holiday shipping deadlines approach for FedEx, UPS, USPS customers
The busiest time of the season for USPS begins two weeks before Christmas.
Governor Newsom takes part in state Capitol tree lighting ceremony
Governor Newsom took part in the 90th annual tree lighting ceremony in front of the State Capitol on Thursday. The Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir and San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus were there to help kick off the holiday season.
Glide takes children on charitable Christmas shopping spree in San Francisco
Christmas came early for some 90 children in GLIDE's Janice Mirikitani Family and Childcare Center program who entered the Old Navy flagship store in downtown San Francisco Friday night.
Caltrain's festive holiday train is back
The holiday tradition put on by Caltrain is returning to Bay Area stations this weekend.
How to safely hang Christmas lights on your house, tree
Putting up holiday lights is an annual tradition for families, but if not done safely — it can lead to possible fire hazards and even physical injuries. Here are some tips to decorate safely.
Deacon Dave's Livermore holiday light display back from pandemic, brighter than ever
No other home in the Bay Area has a holiday light display quite like it. Deacon’s Dave Light Display is back open to the public after being closed last year due to the pandemic.
Mistaken Arizona Thanksgiving invite that went viral to be turned into Netflix movie: report
It all began with an accidental text, and now, the viral story of an accidental Thanksgiving tradition involving Arizonans Jamal Hinton and Wanda Dench is being turned into a movie by Netflix.
Christmas tree buyers face reduced supplies and higher prices
Record-breaking heat and wildfires in late June took a heavy toll on Christmas tree farms in Oregon and Washington, two of the nation’s largest growers.
Rockefeller Christmas tree 2021 illuminated
The holly, jolly, best time of the year has gotten a light-filled launch. The towering Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center has been officially turned on.
Hulu’s ‘Candified’ makes anything ‘come to life with candy’ amid holiday season
The reality series, set to premiere Dec. 1, centers on a group of candy artists and enthusiasts who create just about anything out of tasty confections.
Animal welfare groups among those looking forward to Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday has set a high bar for fund-raising after a record-shattering year in 2020.
Small businesses hope for holiday season boost through shop local campaign
It’s the start of the holiday shopping season and the City of San Jose is trying to give small businesses a boost during the pandemic. The city has launched a campaign called Shop Local SJ.
Bay Area celebrates 1st night of Hanukkah
Alameda marked its 5th annual public menorah lighting in the city’s Rittler Park, with the lighting a nine-foot tall Lego menorah created by local children.
White House reveals holiday theme ‘Gifts from the Heart’
The White House announced on Monday that its holiday theme for 2021 will be “Gifts from the Heart.”
‘Chanukah Sameach’ : Biden recognizes Hanukkah 2021 with well wishes
“From our family to yours, and from the People’s House to your own homes, Jill and I wish you and your loved ones a Chanukah Sameach, a Happy Hanukkah!” President Joe Biden said in a statement.
VIDEO: Nursing home residents go ‘turkey’ hunting with staff
Azle Manor nursing home administrator Kip Kruger shared the video of him dressed up as a turkey and taking cover from residents.