Shoppers embrace official holiday season in Union Square

The holiday season is upon us. With the help of Mayor London Breed, Macy's, and the nonprofit Big Brothers and Big Sisters of America, the Great Tree lit up Union Square for the 35th year on Wednesday.

San Jose honors 100-year-old Army medic in Veterans Day parade

San Jose held its 105th Veterans Day Parade on Monday, despite a downpour. Riding in a red Mercedes was 100-year-old former Army medic Cpl. Al Alvarado, who was among the troops that stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day in 1944.

Why is Thanksgiving so late this year?

If you are making Thanksgiving plans, you may notice that the holiday falls later in November 2024 than it usually does. Here’s why.

San Francisco weather: The Bay Area forecast for Halloween

As the kiddos are gearing up to dress as Taylor Swift and characters from Despicable Me this Halloween, they will undoubtedly have this looming question: Will I have to wear a coat – maybe even a raincoat – over my costume?