Mountain getaway rocked by ‘latest chapter’ of deadly violence as officials avoid gang label in tourist town

Police in Asheville, North Carolina, say a downtown shooting that killed two people and wounded seven was a direct retaliatory act, though they have declined to call the violence gang-related in the Blue Ridge tourist town.

Target, Walmart, Whole Foods among stores affected by Salmonella outbreak recalls

Several of the nation’s largest grocery chains, including Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods, have issued recalls following a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people and been linked to jalapeño peppers. 

Chicago company recalls corned beef, pastrami sold nationwide

A Chicago-based company has recalled more than one-and-a-half tons of ready-to-eat pastrami and corned beef over Listeria fears, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported.

Jalapeño recall spurs alert for meat, poultry items from Kroger, Walmart, Albertsons, and others

A recent Salmonella outbreak that has made hundreds sick across 27 states has spurred a new public health alert for multiple meat and poultry items sold at major grocery and convenience store chains.

Kellogg to remove artificial dyes from cereals

Kellogg announced plans to pull artificial dyes from its cereal as it switches over to alternative ingredients in its brands.

Sold-out Outside Lands kicks off at Golden Gate Park

Outside Lands is officially underway at Golden Gate Park, bringing crowds to the sold-out music festival.

Albany’s hidden gem: Sam’s Log Cabin
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Mike Daillak and his partner Rhasaan Fernandez bought Sam's Log Cabin in Albany in 2010. The spot is a cozy log cabin built in 1930 that has survived decades of change, transforming from a betting parlor and speakeasy into a gathering place focused on fresh, locally sourced food.

What Should Stay Out of the Lunchbox?
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What kids eat during the school day can have a big impact on how they perform in class. From stronger immune systems to better concentration, experts say good nutrition is one of the best back-to-school tools parents can provide. Beth Goodridge, registered dietician at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek, gives insight.

Jalapeños linked to Salmonella outbreak in 27 states; Chipotle & Qdoba affected

More than 300 people have gotten sick as a result of a Salmonella outbreak that has spread to over two dozen states and ensnared two popular restaurant chains, the Food and Drug Administration reported.

Starbucks reveals Pumpkin Spice Latte return date for 2026

PSL fans rejoice! Starbucks has announced when its Pumpkin Spice Latte and other fall menu items will be returning this year.

CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states

Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.

Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time

Air travelers brace for delays during severe storms, but extreme summer heat can trigger hidden disruptions that are far less visible and harder to predict.

IIHS data reveals wide gap in per capita traffic fatality rates across the country: See rates for each state

A state-by-state breakdown from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows a wide gap in per capita traffic fatality rates in 2024 across the country, highlighted by the gap between Mississippi and Rhode Island.