Compromised COVID test ruins woman’s Hawaiian vacation

A Bay Area woman's vacation was ruined by a compromised COVID-19 test. She flew to Hawaii and back immediately because she would have had to quarantine.

Romaine lettuce recalled again nationwide over E. coli concerns

Tanimura & Antle Inc. voluntarily recalled single head romaine lettuce that was shipped to nearly two dozen states over fears that the leafy greens may be contaminated with E. coli.

Zoom Thanksgiving? Holiday travel is not essential travel, says public health officers

"Holiday travel is not essential travel and in some ways, you can show your love for your family and friends by not gathering this year because when you do, you put them at risk," said Dr. Matt Willis. 

McDonald’s to introduce 'McPlant' meat alternative, drive-thru-only restaurants, new food packaging

McDonald’s revealed a number of new culinary and restaurant initiatives planned for the near future, designed to provide quicker, more user-friendly customer experiences and a wider range of menu options. Among those initiatives, the brand confirmed plans to begin testing its “McPLant” offering.

Google Trends reveals most popular Thanksgiving side dish by state

“We examined over 20 Thanksgiving classics. Some controversial decisions were made, including counting gravy as a side,” Zippia wrote.

Michigan couple with 14 sons finally welcome their first daughter

A Michigan couple with 14 sons has welcomed their first daughter nearly three decades after the birth of their first child.

Uber's food delivery business outshines its core rides service

The San Francisco-based ride-hailing company lost $1.09 billion in the three months that ended Sept. 30 as many customers were still staying out of shared vehicles.

Fish and wildlife department delays commercial crab season

The department says they are working with the commercial Dungeness crab industry to create new regulations to protect whales from entanglements. 

Pizza to the Polls delivers free pizza for voters waiting in long lines

If you’re hungry for democracy, hungry to get your ballots in, that might mean standing in long lines outside polling locations this Election Day, which in turn might mean your stomach’s hungry too. 

Seniors facing hunger see improved CalFresh, expanded local aid

Meal delivery services like Meals on Wheels and Mercy Brown Bag in Oakland are stepping in to meet increased demand for food at no or low cost to seniors during the pandemic, with care and human connection.

Father builds his daughter massive, 50-foot pirate ship for Halloween

Tony DeMatteo, a father in New York, built an impressive 50-foot long, 20-foot tall pirate ship in front of his home in Churchville.

BART looks to restore rider confidence in age of COVID-19

BART is focused on ensuring that riders feel confident and safe on trains as the Bay Area rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic.

McDonald's cult classic, the McRib, is coming back

McDonald's is reintroducing the McRib nationally on Dec. 2 as it tries to regain its footing during the pandemic.

San Francisco Restaurant Week looks a little different this year

Credo is one of many restaurants this year that are providing customers with no-contact options by using QR codes for digital menus and payments. There are also extra sanitizing stations, face masks, and temperature checks at the door for diners starting to venture out during the pandemic.