Social media user discovers Olive Garden breadstick with mysterious letters, numbers
A breadstick from popular restaurant chain Olive Garden has drawn attention on social media for seemingly having a few alphanumeric characters on it.
Oxford names 'brain rot' as 2024 word of the year: What does it mean?
Oxford University Press has named “brain rot” as its 2024 Word of the Year, reflecting concerns about mental strain from consuming trivial or unchallenging online content.
French restaurant in Oakland closes for good
A French restaurant in Oakland's Jack London Square has shut its doors for good
Busy Thanksgiving travel rush wraps up
One of the busiest travel days of the holiday weekend wraps up Sunday, when many people are returning home from their Thanksgiving getaways.
Southwest making a change to cabin service
Southwest Airlines is making a change to its cabin service earlier starting next month. Here’s what to expect.
Here's how you can safely store your Thanksgiving leftovers
If you are looking for a place to stash your leftovers from Thanksgiving to enjoy them a little longer, here’s what you should do.
California man who vanished 25 years ago to reunite with family
A California man who was reported missing in 1999 is finally reuniting with his family after his sister recognized his picture printed in a USA Today article in April of this year, the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office announced on Facebook.
Rich people are the only ones traveling more for the holidays this year, survey finds
High-income earners lead the way in holiday travel this year.
Struggling with your Thanksgiving turkey? This company has a helpline
The 2024 holiday season marks the 43rd year Butterball has operated the Turkey Talk-Line. It will remain open though December 24.
Acclaimed pastry chef volunteers at café in the Tenderloin
On the eve of Thanksgiving, most people are preparing for their family dinner, but a San Francisco pastry chef is committed to serving the most vulnerable.
Subway ends its $6.99 meal deal in restaurants early: Here’s what to know
The $6.99 Meal Deal was one of many value offerings rolled out by fast-food restaurants seeking to lure in cost-conscious customers.
McDonald's gets into gift-giving with limited-time 2-toy Happy Meal
McDonald's will sell the Pet Simulator Happy Meals until mid-December.
No-fault divorce laws: Some want to make divorce harder, but don't expect big, swift changes
Through the years, some lawmakers have pushed for changes to no-fault divorce laws, but only states can determine their own divorce laws, and national leaders can't change the policy.
Krispy Kreme goes full Grinch with holiday doughnut lineup
Krispy Kreme is bringing holiday cheer with its "Merry Grinchmas Doughnut Collection," launching November 29.
Butterball’s ‘cook from frozen’ turkey is available for Thanksgiving: What to know
Butterball’s new ‘cook from frozen’ turkey is now available. Here’s how to cook it and where to pick it up.
Travelers at airports are playing 'check-in chicken' in latest flight-booking trend
"Check-in chicken" consists of flyers waiting until check-in is almost closed until booking a seat.
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2024
As always, hours can vary by location, but here is a list of some major restaurants whose doors will be open on Thanksgiving.
Beloved Puerto Rican restaurant La Perla moving out of Oakland
A beloved Puerto Rican restaurant in Oakland is moving out of town. After serving the community for years, this is the last week La Perla will be open in Oakland’s Dimond district.
Turkey minus the politics: How to avoid arguments on Thanksgiving
Experts are offering tips to keep Thanksgiving peaceful, so the only debate is over turkey legs and stuffing.
Bird flu virus found in retail sample of raw milk sold in Santa Clara County
Bird flu virus was detected in a retail sample of raw milk from the Raw Farm dairy of Fresno County that was then sold in Santa Clara County state health officials said Sunday.