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.

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.

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.

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.

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.