California DMV revokes 'LOLOCT7' license plate after backlash

A Tesla Cybertruck in Culver City was spotted with “hateful” license plates apparently mocking Oct. 7, prompting the DMV to take action, but the family says the plates are a tribute to the driver's Filipino heritage.

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.

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.