Bay Area food banks are seeing record need, while donations are down
This holiday season, food banks say they're facing greater need than ever before. In Silicon Valley, they say 1 in 6 people are coming in for food assistance. In San Francisco, that number is 1 in 5. But the organizations say donations are not keeping up with demand.
These Bay Area Chinese restaurants made Yelp's top 100 list in 2024
Yelp recently released its Top 100 Chinese Restaurants 2024 review, and four Bay Area spots were listed among the best in America.
GM quits 'robotaxi' business but others push on
After admitting, less than a month ago, that it lied to federal Investigators about one of its robotaxis dragging a woman in San Francisco as well as paying a $1.5 million dollar fine, General Motors is throwing in the towel on its Cruise robotaxi project.
Study finds hot cocoa can help reduce stress — but only under these conditions
A recent study reveals that hot cocoa rich in flavonols can reduce stress-related vascular impairment, but only when made with unprocessed cocoa and paired with high-fat meals under specific conditions.
List: New California laws going into effect in 2025
A new year means new laws in California. Here's a look at some of the new laws that will impact your life beginning Jan. 1, 2025.
New California laws going into effect in 2025
New California laws go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, including one on overdraft fees and several to combat retail theft.
FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
Recreational Dungeness crab fishery cleared of toxic health threat
It's safe to eat Dungeness crab meat taken from the waters of northern California after tests showed it no longer poses a health threat, state officials said Monday.
SAP Center in San Jose to go all vegan for two Billie Eilish concerts
Grammy winning singer Billie Eilish happens to be a big advocate for plant-based eating. So when she takes the stage in San Jose this week for her Hit me Hard and Soft Tour, it will be at an all-vegan venue.
Amazon offers $25 holiday flights for young Prime members
Amazon has partnered with StudentUniverse to offer $25 domestic flights to Prime members enrolled in the young adult plan, targeting individuals aged 18–24.
American Airlines halts flights to Haiti
American Airlines will no longer resume flights to Haiti in February as gang violence has worsened in the Caribbean country.
Debate over sell-by and expiration dates boils down to one answer, experts say
Should sell-by dates serve as expiration dates? Experts provide food for thought.
Possible bird flu reported in child in Marin County
Marin County Public Health is reporting a possible case of H5N1, also known as the bird flu, in a child.
National parks will offer free admission on these six days in 2025
If your travels in 2025 take you to one of the more than 400 national park sites across the country, it could be the year of your unforgettable adventure.
McDonald's snack wraps are coming back
The snack wrap, a McDonald’s fan favorite, is returning to menus in the U.S.
Chipotle raises menu prices by 2%, blames inflation; what it means for customers
Chipotle has raised menu prices by 2% nationwide, citing inflation and rising ingredient costs. Here's how the price hike affects customers and what to expect moving forward.
Pantone’s 2025 color of the year revealed
Last year, Pantone chose Peach Fuzz as its color of the year.
Family-owned Los Gatos restaurant closing after 45 years
A long-time restaurant in Los Gatos announced it is closing.
Taco Bell unveils drive-thru photo booth experience — Here's where you can find it
Taco Bell is introducing a unique drive-thru photo booth experience called the Live Más Drive-Thru Cams at select locations across the U.S.
Southwest Airlines announces 2 major changes: What to know
Holiday travel is breaking records, with the TSA screening nearly 3.1 million passengers on Dec. 1, the busiest day in its history. Meanwhile, airlines are rolling out significant changes.