World's happiest countries 2026 revealed; here's where US ranks
The world’s happiest countries for 2026 were revealed in a new report. Here’s which country took the top spot and where the U.S. ranked.
The world’s happiest countries for 2026 were revealed in a new report. Here’s which country took the top spot and where the U.S. ranked.
NHTSA heightens investigation into Tesla's driver-assistance system
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration officials deepened their probe of Tesla’s driver-assistance system after the federal agency received reports of multiple crashes.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration officials deepened their probe of Tesla’s driver-assistance system after the federal agency received reports of multiple crashes.
Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Volkswagen recall: Thousands of Jetta vehicles pulled over an engine fire risk
Volkswagen's lates recall impacts thousands of Jetta cars in the U.S. and Canada related to a wiring issue that could lead to an engine fire.
Volkswagen's lates recall impacts thousands of Jetta cars in the U.S. and Canada related to a wiring issue that could lead to an engine fire.
Popular burger joint closes at Santana Row because of cockroaches
A popular Bay Area burger joint is closed because of cockroaches.
A popular Bay Area burger joint is closed because of cockroaches.
Disney reveals Disney Believe as name of next cruise ship
Disney Cruise Line announced Wednesday that its new cruise ship will be called Disney Believe and arrive in late 2027.
Disney Cruise Line announced Wednesday that its new cruise ship will be called Disney Believe and arrive in late 2027.
Brigitte Bistro: a taste of La Francophonie in Petaluma
Chef Nick Ronan, talks about bring people together through food, and honoring French culinary tradition with a personal touch.
Chef Nick Ronan, talks about bring people together through food, and honoring French culinary tradition with a personal touch.
Oil, war, and your wallet: what’s driving prices up
Sara Bazoobandi, visiting researcher at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C., explains why Middle East conflict is sending prices up.
Sara Bazoobandi, visiting researcher at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C., explains why Middle East conflict is sending prices up.
Employee crushed to death in horror industrial accident after press machine unexpectedly turns on
An Ohio Ford employee died after being trapped and crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine at a company plant this week.
An Ohio Ford employee died after being trapped and crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine at a company plant this week.
Aldi recalls popular snack food over possible rodent hair contamination
Aldi is recalling a frozen food product from store shelves following a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notice citing potential contamination with rodent hair.
Aldi is recalling a frozen food product from store shelves following a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notice citing potential contamination with rodent hair.
Spring break crackdown: Southern towns roll out alcohol bans and new restrictions
Panama City Beach, Fla., and Gulf Shores, Ala., enforce new spring break restrictions that includes alcohol bans and overnight closures.
Panama City Beach, Fla., and Gulf Shores, Ala., enforce new spring break restrictions that includes alcohol bans and overnight closures.
Former NFL star sparks viral debate over tipping practices at self-service restaurants
NFL player JJ Watt's X post goes viral as Americans question when tipping is appropriate or not.
NFL player JJ Watt's X post goes viral as Americans question when tipping is appropriate or not.
Savor Sausalito at Le Garage Bistro
Chef David Sypnicki, shares menu specials at Le Garage Bistro, during Sausalito restaurant week.
Chef David Sypnicki, shares menu specials at Le Garage Bistro, during Sausalito restaurant week.
Honda cancels 3 planned EV models for US
Honda said it will restructure its EV business and cancel three planned battery-powered EV models that were going to be built and sold in the U.S. market.
Honda said it will restructure its EV business and cancel three planned battery-powered EV models that were going to be built and sold in the U.S. market.
E. coli cases linked to raw cheddar sold by California company
Federal health officials are investigating a multistate E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least seven people.
Federal health officials are investigating a multistate E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least seven people.
Here’s where retirees can—and can’t—afford to rent on retirement income
Rising rent prices across the U.S. are putting growing pressure on retirees living on fixed incomes, with many now spending close to or above the recommended 30% of their income on housing.
Rising rent prices across the U.S. are putting growing pressure on retirees living on fixed incomes, with many now spending close to or above the recommended 30% of their income on housing.
H Mart, popular Korean grocery chain, will finally open new East Bay location
The largest Asian supermarket chain in the country is set to open a long-awaited Bay Area location next week.
The largest Asian supermarket chain in the country is set to open a long-awaited Bay Area location next week.
Immigrant truck drivers to begin losing licenses
Around 200,000 people will start losing commercial licenses under a federal rule now in effect, a move that could mean higher prices for consumers. Wendy Liu, lawyer at the Public Citizen Litigation Group, which is leading a lawsuit against President Trump’s policy, gives insight.
Around 200,000 people will start losing commercial licenses under a federal rule now in effect, a move that could mean higher prices for consumers. Wendy Liu, lawyer at the Public Citizen Litigation Group, which is leading a lawsuit against President Trump’s policy, gives insight.
Vallejo's The Grind Cafe: where coffee meets community
Tiffany and Marco McCleod, owners of The Grind Cafe in Vallejo, talk coffee, culture and community.
Tiffany and Marco McCleod, owners of The Grind Cafe in Vallejo, talk coffee, culture and community.
Costco recalls meatloaf meal kit sold in 26 states over possible salmonella contamination
Costco’s latest recall covers Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze products sold in multiple states including Arizona, California, Florida, and Georgia.
Costco’s latest recall covers Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze products sold in multiple states including Arizona, California, Florida, and Georgia.