Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
2 out of 5 younger women want to leave US for good, poll finds
The poll also found that for a second year in a row, one in five Americans said they would like to leave the U.S. and move to another country permanently.
The poll also found that for a second year in a row, one in five Americans said they would like to leave the U.S. and move to another country permanently.
Study reveals the best way to drive off pesky seagulls
If you’ve ever had a seagull try to steal your snack at the beach, you may have lashed out at the notorious thief, but researchers say they've found another way.
If you’ve ever had a seagull try to steal your snack at the beach, you may have lashed out at the notorious thief, but researchers say they've found another way.
Toyota recalls more than 126,000 vehicles over potential engine failure issue
The recall covers certain model Toyota Tundra and Lexus cars manufactured between 2022 and 2024.
The recall covers certain model Toyota Tundra and Lexus cars manufactured between 2022 and 2024.
Trump administration announces trade deal which could lower prices of bananas, coffee
New trade frameworks with four Latin American nations could lower U.S. grocery prices for items like coffee and bananas. Here's what we know.
New trade frameworks with four Latin American nations could lower U.S. grocery prices for items like coffee and bananas. Here's what we know.
Dining out? Here's what's more expensive, based on October data
Restaurant prices keep rising in 2025, with items getting more expensive amid tariffs, labor and weather pressures.
Restaurant prices keep rising in 2025, with items getting more expensive amid tariffs, labor and weather pressures.
President Trump issues ‘Fostering the Future’ executive order to support children in foster care
Children in foster care are getting more help in securing a stable future thanks to a new executive order signed by President Trump on Thursday.
Children in foster care are getting more help in securing a stable future thanks to a new executive order signed by President Trump on Thursday.
New drive-thrus were banned on stretch of Hesperian Boulevard. Until now
New drive-thru restaurants have not been allowed along parts of Hesperian Boulevard for nearly 30 years, and on Thursday, Alameda County supervisors undid that ban.
New drive-thru restaurants have not been allowed along parts of Hesperian Boulevard for nearly 30 years, and on Thursday, Alameda County supervisors undid that ban.
FAA freezes flight reductions at 6% as staffing levels improve, airlines working to resume normal operations
Some relief for fliers as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says now that the government shutdown has ended, flight reductions are expected to stay at 6% at 40 major airports across the U.S.
Some relief for fliers as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says now that the government shutdown has ended, flight reductions are expected to stay at 6% at 40 major airports across the U.S.
Thanksgiving 2025: These cities rank as the best places to go for the holiday
If you’re considering taking a trip this Thanksgiving, a new report highlights some cities to have on your radar to enjoy some much-needed time off.
If you’re considering taking a trip this Thanksgiving, a new report highlights some cities to have on your radar to enjoy some much-needed time off.
Fewer than 1 in 5 Americans feel their job has purpose, poll finds
A new Gallup and Stand Together study finds that employees with a strong sense of purpose are more engaged, less burned out, and less likely to be job hunting.
A new Gallup and Stand Together study finds that employees with a strong sense of purpose are more engaged, less burned out, and less likely to be job hunting.
Oakland hosts 1st 'Cocktail Week'
Oakland will host its first Cocktail Week, an event aimed at highlighting the city’s growing cocktail scene and supporting local businesses.
Oakland will host its first Cocktail Week, an event aimed at highlighting the city’s growing cocktail scene and supporting local businesses.
President Trump endorses a 50-year mortgage for home buyers
Over the weekend, President Trump endorsed a suggestion from the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency to create 50-year-long mortgages, 60% longer than traditional 30-year mortgages, to combat higher home prices and interest rates. This idea drew a lot of criticism after the increased costs to home buyers were calculated.
Over the weekend, President Trump endorsed a suggestion from the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency to create 50-year-long mortgages, 60% longer than traditional 30-year mortgages, to combat higher home prices and interest rates. This idea drew a lot of criticism after the increased costs to home buyers were calculated.
Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
McDonald’s McRib is back, but only in these select cities
The McRib will be available beginning Nov. 11 in select cities.
The McRib will be available beginning Nov. 11 in select cities.
Should you wash your Thanksgiving turkey? What food experts say
As Thanksgiving approaches, the age-old question returns: should you wash your turkey before cooking it?
As Thanksgiving approaches, the age-old question returns: should you wash your turkey before cooking it?
Italian parsley recalled over possible salmonella contamination
The recalled parsley was sold to wholesalers in multiple states in September.
The recalled parsley was sold to wholesalers in multiple states in September.
New Sprouts grocery store coming to this East Bay city
A fast-growing specialty grocer is opening a new store in the East Bay.
A fast-growing specialty grocer is opening a new store in the East Bay.
Chick-fil-A launches holiday collection of cozy gifts and décor
Chick-fil-A is expanding its holiday lineup beyond the menu this year, adding cozy clothing, home goods and family entertainment
Chick-fil-A is expanding its holiday lineup beyond the menu this year, adding cozy clothing, home goods and family entertainment
Flight cancellations and delays intensify as shutdown continues
Thousands of flights have been canceled on Monday with air traffic controller shortages resulting in extended delays at some airports nationwide.
Thousands of flights have been canceled on Monday with air traffic controller shortages resulting in extended delays at some airports nationwide.