Woman reportedly hit American Airlines employee after being denied boarding over mask refusal

A traveler allegedly struck an American Airlines worker after finding out that she would not be able to board her connecting flight after not following the airline’s mask regulations on the initial part of the trip.

Black Restaurant Week in the Bay Area

Black Restaurant Week kicks off in the Bay Area on Aug. 21 and last through the end of the month.

Hot dog vendors cooking up controversy in San Francisco

Merchants at Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf say the unlicensed food carts are stealing their business and they're alleging that those carts are also a health hazard.

Some parents reporting children are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms lasting months

As increasing evidence emerges that the novel coronavirus is unlike most respiratory illnesses, varying degrees of symptoms are appearing in patients, ranging from mild to severe — with some lasting months — in both adults and children. 

Record number of Americans gave up US citizenship in 2020, report says

The pandemic, along with the current political climate and burdensome tax reporting, has apparently motivated many Americans to cut ties with the United States.

School district says no pajamas for online classes

The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.

Customers line up in Sonoma County for a fair food frenzy

At empty fairgrounds, vendors are roasting turkey legs, spinning cotton candy and popping kettle corn. 

CDC: Nearly 600 children hospitalized in US with inflammatory condition linked to COVID-19

Nearly 600 children have been hospitalized in the U.S. after being diagnosed with a rare inflammatory condition linked to COVID-19. Ten of the children died, according to the CDC.

Ghost kitchen business model offers food entrepreneurs flexibility

Call it a ghost kitchen or a cloud kitchen, some successful entrepreneurs have found another way to get other entrepreneurs into the food and restaurant business at a fraction of the cost.

Hasbro pulls Trolls doll over concerns it promotes inappropriate touching

The company faced concerns from parents over its “Trolls World Tour Giggle and Sing Poppy” doll, and specifically the placement of its sound activation button, which is located below the doll’s skirt and between its legs.

San Francisco sushi restaurant debuts outdoor dining domes

Public gatherings are a no-go. Distance learning is the new normal. And Al Fresco dining is a lifeline for many restaurants. 

Ricky's Sports Bar, a fixture in San Leandro, may close forever

The establishment, which has catered to Raider Nation fans for more than a half-century, is facing an uncertain future since it was forced to close indoor dining due to COVID-19 shelter in place requirements. 

Stimulus check missing $500? IRS to start sending parents payments this week

The IRS will begin rectifying economic impact payment amounts for individuals who may not have received all that they were eligible for – and households can expect to receive the extra cash within the coming weeks.

More than a third of US adults are using cleaning products incorrectly: CDC study

In trying to prevent the transmission of the novel coronavirus, more than a third of U.S. adults are putting their health at risk by using cleaning products incorrectly, according to a recent report.