U.S. cities with $1M 'starter homes' hit record high. California tops the list
New figures show the number of cities where entry-level, starter homes cost a million dollars or more has hit a record high in the U.S., with California leading the pack.
New figures show the number of cities where entry-level, starter homes cost a million dollars or more has hit a record high in the U.S., with California leading the pack.
New state-by-state ranking shows where Americans are most independent
As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence.
As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence.
Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
Left Bank, LB Steak abruptly closing all Bay Area locations
Vine Hospitality has abruptly closed all seven of its Bay Area restaurants, including longtime Santana Row favorites Left Bank, Meso Modern Mediterranean and LB Steak, leaving customers and employees stunned.
Vine Hospitality has abruptly closed all seven of its Bay Area restaurants, including longtime Santana Row favorites Left Bank, Meso Modern Mediterranean and LB Steak, leaving customers and employees stunned.
Southwest Airlines captain makes heartwarming final flight to Oakland with his daughter as co-pilot
It was a deeply meaningful flight on so many levels. A Southwest Airlines pilot makes a moving announcement ahead of joining the captain in the cockpit for his final flight before retirement.
It was a deeply meaningful flight on so many levels. A Southwest Airlines pilot makes a moving announcement ahead of joining the captain in the cockpit for his final flight before retirement.
Plant-based meats recalled over possible plastic in the nuggets and patties
MorningStar Farms recalled two of its plant-based products over concerns that the frozen food items may have pieces of plastic in them.
MorningStar Farms recalled two of its plant-based products over concerns that the frozen food items may have pieces of plastic in them.
Nearly 4,000 robotaxis recalled over risk of driving in construction zones
A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites.
A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites.
Kayma Algerian Eatery: first Bay Area Algerian cuisine & pastry
The World Cup atmosphere is building as Algeria takes on Jordan today, and for many fans, food is just as important as the match itself. At Kayma Algerian Eatery in San Francisco, owners Wafa and Mounir Bahloul are introducing Bay Area diners to a culture built around hospitality, family, and gathering around the table.
The World Cup atmosphere is building as Algeria takes on Jordan today, and for many fans, food is just as important as the match itself. At Kayma Algerian Eatery in San Francisco, owners Wafa and Mounir Bahloul are introducing Bay Area diners to a culture built around hospitality, family, and gathering around the table.
Majority of working parents say they take care of work-related tasks when they’re with their kids
A new survey reveals how moms and dads in the U.S. are juggling work and parenting at the same time.
A new survey reveals how moms and dads in the U.S. are juggling work and parenting at the same time.
M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
More young adults living with parents, even after finding a job, new report shows
A new report shows that nearly a third of young adults still live at home, despite the fact that many of them, especially those between 25 and 34, are employed.
A new report shows that nearly a third of young adults still live at home, despite the fact that many of them, especially those between 25 and 34, are employed.
Archaeologists uncover musket balls, fortifications from the Battle of Bunker Hill
Archaeologists digging at Boston’s Bunker Hill Monument have uncovered musket balls, gun flints and the remains of a Revolutionary War fortification.
Archaeologists digging at Boston’s Bunker Hill Monument have uncovered musket balls, gun flints and the remains of a Revolutionary War fortification.
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in more than a month as Iran deal progresses
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level in more than a month, with Freddie Mac reporting the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage declined to 6.47% from 6.52% the previous week.
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level in more than a month, with Freddie Mac reporting the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage declined to 6.47% from 6.52% the previous week.
3 Grand Canyon deaths blamed on the heat as 100+ degree days continue
Temperatures are expected to reach triple digits again this week at the Grand Canyon, which has seen an increasing number of heat-related incidents, including the deaths of three hikers.
Temperatures are expected to reach triple digits again this week at the Grand Canyon, which has seen an increasing number of heat-related incidents, including the deaths of three hikers.
At least one tourist dead after massive fire nearly destroys Caribbean resort, 1,690 evacuated
At least one Italian tourist is dead with several more injured after a massive fire in the Dominican Republic resort town Bayahibe on Friday.
At least one Italian tourist is dead with several more injured after a massive fire in the Dominican Republic resort town Bayahibe on Friday.
2026 World Cup ranch craze sparks TSA-friendly travel sizes
Kraft unveiled packs of TSA-friendly packs of ranch dressing that are small enough for carry-on luggage as World Cup fans want to stock up.
Kraft unveiled packs of TSA-friendly packs of ranch dressing that are small enough for carry-on luggage as World Cup fans want to stock up.
Court restores Ohio rules limiting kids’ access to social media
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts.
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts.
Teething toy, sold on Amazon, recalled after choking reports
More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.
More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.
Home sellers could boost offers by thousands with this surprising paint color
Buyers are showing growing interest in warm, comfortable colors over plain white walls.
Buyers are showing growing interest in warm, comfortable colors over plain white walls.
Concord's Cocina Híjole María bringing World Cup energy
It’s Mexico vs. South Korea on the world stage tonight, but in Concord, the energy is just as personal at Cocina Híjole María, located on1819 Colfax Street. The family-run spot known for its watch parties and deep community ties. Owner, Francisco Laredo, his sister, Anayeli and mother and head chef, Ana Maria Arellano, talk family, tradition, and food.
It’s Mexico vs. South Korea on the world stage tonight, but in Concord, the energy is just as personal at Cocina Híjole María, located on1819 Colfax Street. The family-run spot known for its watch parties and deep community ties. Owner, Francisco Laredo, his sister, Anayeli and mother and head chef, Ana Maria Arellano, talk family, tradition, and food.