Airports see lingering cancellations, delays due to winter storms
Winter storm-related cancellations and delays that bogged down holiday travel were lingering on Monday at Bay Area airports, mostly on Southwest Airlines flights.
Nearly 5,000 US flights canceled on day after Christmas
More than 4,800 flights within, into, or out of the U.S. have been delayed, as of Monday afternoon, according to FlightAware.
Holiday sales increase 7.6% despite the squeeze of inflation
U.S. sales between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, a period that is critical for retailers, were fueled by spending at restaurants and on clothing.
Christmas tree pickup, recycling tips for after the holidays
Recycling options vary among communities but here are some general tips on how to get rid of your real tree.
Is Christmas wrapping paper recyclable? Tips for leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
Christmas day flight cancellations cause travel nightmares across Bay Area
More than 250 Christmas day flights were canceled or delayed across all Bay Area airports.
King Charles' first Christmas address pays tribute to first responders, late queen
"Christmas is a particularly poignant time for all of us who have lost loved ones," Charles said. "We feel their absence ... and remember them in each cherished tradition."
East Bay gym fights back from theft to make Christmas happen for kids
An East Bay boxing gym has fought back from a recent theft to put on a Christmas Toy Drive that almost never happened. Several dozen families and kids were gifted food and toys Saturday at a Toy Drive put on by The Lions Den in Pittsburg.
Police in Indiana replace family’s gifts stolen in burglary on Christmas Eve
On Christmas Eve morning, the family’s gifts were stolen by a burglar. By the day’s end, they had a new pile of presents thanks to the kindness of the community.
Marines use snowmobiles, aircraft to deliver toys to remote Alaskan villages
Children living in the Arctic Circle love extra-special delivery.
American Airlines says acts of violence 'not tolerated' after mother allegedly attacks worker in Miami
Alabama woman Camilia McMillie was charged after video showed a computer monitor being thrown at an American Airlines employee.
NORAD tracker follows Santa around the world for 67th year: how to watch
The NORAD Santa tracker is following Santa Claus around the world as he and his reindeer deliver gifts.
FedEx, UPS warn package deliveries could be interrupted by winter storm as driver safety takes priority
Both FedEx and UPS said the safety of its drivers remains a top priority following the winter weather blast.
Christmas travel plans dashed for many trying to fly to family and friends
Thousands of flights were canceled amid one of the most treacherous holiday travel seasons the United States has seen in decades, with temperatures plummeting 50 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas and forecasters warning of an impending "bomb cyclone" that could make conditions even worse before Christmas.
Delivery of millions of Christmas gifts caught up in severe weather
Winter storms have hit several key hubs for major US shipping carriers, disrupted some cargo air travel, and caused numerous road closures.
Bomb cyclone, COVID-19 won't slow down Santa's Christmas deliveries, NORAD says
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is responsible for defending the skies above North America.
Police called after 'Cousin Eddie' holiday display spooks neighbor
Joni Keeney, the woman behind the display, plans on expanding it further next year with an additional Clark Griswold mannequin.
Football great Marshawn Lynch stops by Emeryville toy giveaway
An East Bay restaurant is taking time during the busy holiday season to give back to the local community. Oakland's Marshawn Lynch also stopped by.
Last-minute shopping in full swing but won't add much to bottom line
Retail experts say sales are down this holiday shopping season mainly due to inflation. Still, many retailers have their largest discount sales in November and last-minute shopping doesn’t truly impact their overall bottom line.
Spare the Air alerts banning wood burning issued through Christmas
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is issuing Spare the Air alerts that will last through Christmas Day, banning the burning of wood or other solid fuel because of excessive pollution in the region.