Taco Bell is adding something unexpected to the menu

Taco Bell is looking to compete with other fast food chains with a new, limited-time menu offering.

Unruly Royal Caribbean cruise ship passenger accused of attacking crew member dies after detainment

Cell phone video captured the dramatic moments aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise as a man hurled threats and tried to kick down a door on the boat. The man seen on the video died a short time after he was detained, his family said.

Christmas gift spending per child by state

Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.

‘Bluey’ getting a feature film, Disney announces

‘Bluey,’ the loveable, inexhaustible, blue heeler dog, is getting a feature film, Disney announced. Here’s what to know.

Fewer grandparents raising grandkids, preschool enrollment drops: Data reveals COVID-19's impact

The U.S. Census Bureau's latest American Community Survey highlights significant shifts in American life between 2014-2018 and 2019-2023, reflecting the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and other societal changes.

Michelob Ultra tops Bud Light as No. 1 draft beer in US

Michelob Ultra, which is among the slate of brands under the Anheuser-Busch InBev umbrella, has the largest share of U.S. draft lines, according to data from Draftlines Technologies.

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.