This Bay Area city ranks most expensive in the U.S. to 'live comfortably'
$371,571: That's the salary needed for a family of four to live "comfortably" in one Bay Area city that surpassed New York as being the most expensive in the U.S.
$371,571: That's the salary needed for a family of four to live "comfortably" in one Bay Area city that surpassed New York as being the most expensive in the U.S.
California among most expensive states to raise a child. See how other states rank
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023. Unsurprisingly, California is one of the most expensive states.
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023. Unsurprisingly, California is one of the most expensive states.
It now costs nearly 300K to raise a child; here’s where it’s most expensive
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023.
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023.
Luxury hotel bans children at some California locations
An upscale luxury hotel brand has made some of its California locations kid-free. The policy bans guests under the age of 18.
An upscale luxury hotel brand has made some of its California locations kid-free. The policy bans guests under the age of 18.
‘Live like Jon': Father writes book on healing after son killed by drunk driver
After the tragic death of his 13-year-old son, Jon, in a drunk-driving crash, Oklahoma father Chris Zerzavy turned his grief into a source of healing by writing a book.
After the tragic death of his 13-year-old son, Jon, in a drunk-driving crash, Oklahoma father Chris Zerzavy turned his grief into a source of healing by writing a book.
These are the worst cities for families, report says
A new study ranked the 50 largest U.S. metros for families, based on factors including household incomes, poverty rates and child care costs.
A new study ranked the 50 largest U.S. metros for families, based on factors including household incomes, poverty rates and child care costs.
These baby names are at risk of going extinct in 2025
BabyCenter's new report shows a large decline in certain names. The list includes royal names, along with ‘80s and ‘90s names.
BabyCenter's new report shows a large decline in certain names. The list includes royal names, along with ‘80s and ‘90s names.
Firefighters from Arizona fire department welcomed 19 babies in 2024
This is a story that will melt your heart. Nineteen Chandler Firefighters welcomed new additions to their families last year.
This is a story that will melt your heart. Nineteen Chandler Firefighters welcomed new additions to their families last year.
TikTok video inspires Bay Area woman to become surrogate
Leanna Ortega was scrolling on TikTok one night on her phone when she came across a video of a woman who was eight months pregnant talking about her journey.
Leanna Ortega was scrolling on TikTok one night on her phone when she came across a video of a woman who was eight months pregnant talking about her journey.
California man who vanished 25 years ago to reunite with family
A California man who was reported missing in 1999 is finally reuniting with his family after his sister recognized his picture printed in a USA Today article in April of this year, the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office announced on Facebook.
A California man who was reported missing in 1999 is finally reuniting with his family after his sister recognized his picture printed in a USA Today article in April of this year, the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office announced on Facebook.
Turkey minus the politics: How to avoid arguments on Thanksgiving
Experts are offering tips to keep Thanksgiving peaceful, so the only debate is over turkey legs and stuffing.
Experts are offering tips to keep Thanksgiving peaceful, so the only debate is over turkey legs and stuffing.
Here’s how much parents spend on holiday gifts for each child
Moms with multiple kids shell out less per child, the survey found.
Moms with multiple kids shell out less per child, the survey found.
Most expensive US cities to raise kids in 2024 revealed
On average, a household with one child experiences a 40% increase in annual living costs, while having two children raises costs by a substantial 70%, the study found.
On average, a household with one child experiences a 40% increase in annual living costs, while having two children raises costs by a substantial 70%, the study found.
These are worst birthdays for kids according to moms – and Christmas tops the list
A new survey reveals that 40% of moms prefer to avoid Christmas birthdays. Here are the other holidays and occasions that made the list.
A new survey reveals that 40% of moms prefer to avoid Christmas birthdays. Here are the other holidays and occasions that made the list.
The Bay Area is home to this massive, world-record corn maze
Many Bay Area residents might be surprised to know that a massive world-record corn maze is operating right in their backyard, drawing hundreds of maze enthusiasts to its site every year.
Many Bay Area residents might be surprised to know that a massive world-record corn maze is operating right in their backyard, drawing hundreds of maze enthusiasts to its site every year.
Infant care costs roughly 10% of a family's annual income in nearly all states, study finds
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
These trends will influence baby names in 2025, study finds
From hit television shows to competitive sporting events, these pop culture moments are giving huge hints into what the biggest baby names of 2025 will be.
From hit television shows to competitive sporting events, these pop culture moments are giving huge hints into what the biggest baby names of 2025 will be.
Social workers press Santa Clara County supervisors to address system failures
After a tumultuous year filled with controversies and tumult, on Tuesday, at the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors meeting, members of SEIU local 521 pressed board members to take action against the leadership of the beleaguered Department of Family and Children’s Services.
After a tumultuous year filled with controversies and tumult, on Tuesday, at the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors meeting, members of SEIU local 521 pressed board members to take action against the leadership of the beleaguered Department of Family and Children’s Services.
Newsom signs bill requiring insurance companies to cover IVF in California
Insurance companies will now be required to cover fertility treatments, including IVF, in California.
Insurance companies will now be required to cover fertility treatments, including IVF, in California.
Yelp's 20 most popular - and photographed - places in America
Yelp is celebrating 20 years of online reviews with a spotlight on its most beloved places.
Yelp is celebrating 20 years of online reviews with a spotlight on its most beloved places.