Top 5 cities for celebrating New Year's Eve, according to WalletHub
The Big Apple has the biggest party for New Year’s Eve, but cities from coast to coast round out the top 5 for NYE destinations. Here are the best places to celebrate.
'Grinch' swipes presents from Alameda apartment complex for 2nd year
Residents of an Alameda apartment complex are venting their frustrations after a real-life Grinch left them with nothing to put under their trees this year. The thieves struck the complex's package room at the Ballena Village Apartments just days before Christmas and Hannukah.
Air New Zealand SFO flight surprises passengers with Christmas party aboard plane
Passengers on the Air New Zealand flight flying out of San Francisco were in for a surprise on their journey to Auckland.
Hanukkah begins with huge menorah lighting in San Francisco
Hanukkah is officially underway with an enthusiastic kickoff Wednesday night in San Francisco’s Union Square drawing in several hundred to witness the lighting of a three-ton menorah.
Muni offering free rides on NYE
San Francisco Muni will offer free rides on New Year's Eve for the 25th year in a row, to help keep celebrants from drinking and driving.
Christmas Eve festivities in full swing across San Francisco
Across San Francisco, Christmas Eve was marked by community, tradition, and the warmth of family gatherings.
Mom charges family for Christmas dinner and more: 'It's so expensive'
A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.
Shoppers flock to Union Square for last-minute Christmas gifts, festivities
Holiday revelers were out and about San Francisco on Tuesday on the hunt to get last-minute Christmas gifts and food.
'Stressed' Amazon delivery driver dumps 80 packages in wooded area: police
An Amazon delivery driver dumped around 80 packages in a wooded area in Massachusetts just days before the holidays, police say.
These Bay Area restaurants are open on Christmas Day
If you're considering a special meal out on the holiday or even grabbing take-out, we've compiled a list of Bay Area eateries open on Christmas Day.
Track Santa Now: Live NORAD Santa Tracker 2024 coverage
NORAD’s Santa Tracker, the beloved decades-old tradition of virtually following Santa Claus as he delivers gifts to children around the world, returns Christmas Eve for its 69th year.
SF police spread holiday joy to children admitted to hospital
San Francisco police officers suited up to spread holiday cheer to children who will be spending Christmas away from their homes. They brought joy to those who are dealing with serious illnesses.
San Francisco Ballet's Nutcracker celebrates big milestones this season
The San Francisco Ballet was the first in the country to perform the Nutcracker in 1944. This year, its celebrating the production's 80th anniversary.
Grinch strikes San Francisco Salvation Army amid drop in donations
As the Salvation Army gears up to spread the Christmas spirit, it was dealt a setback.
In-person shopping makes comeback amid record-spending holiday season
Total holiday spending this year is expected to be at least $24 billion higher than last year, according to the National Retail Federation.
A look at all the Bidens' White House Christmases
This year, the White House celebrates the holiday with "A Season of Peace and Light." Here’s a look back at the Bidens’ White House Christmases over the past four years.
How to recycle your Christmas tree: Simple tips for a sustainable goodbye
As the holiday season ends, many people are looking for ways to properly dispose of their Christmas trees.
Rare gold coin worth thousands of dollars found in Napa Salvation Army kettle
A rare gold coin was discovered over the weekend in a Salvation Army Red Kettle in Napa, the organization announced.
Delays at SFO as record travel holiday season expected
Clouds and wet weather delayed roughly 130 flights to and from San Francisco International Airport on Monday morning, two days ahead of Christmas.