Highland Park shooting: Bond set at $50K for father of alleged gunman
"Robert Crimo Jr., again the father, took a reckless and unjustified risk when he decided on Dec. 16, 2019, to sign his son's application for a firearm owner's ID, or FOID card. At the time he signed the application, his son was 19 and could not — let me say that again — could not get a FOID card, and because of that could not legally purchase a firearm without his father's assistance in that application process," Lake County officials said.
Vallejo couple ending community holiday lights display honoring daughter after 23 years
After 23-years one of Vallejo’s iconic home holiday light displays is going dark forever at the end of this holiday season.
'Respect the ho ho ho': behind the scenes with Fairyland's Santa
Eric Martin is Oakland Fairyland's 'Black Santa.' KTVU joined him for a photo shoot and saw first hand what it takes to transform into the big jolly man.
The COVID-19 pandemic, Karens, crypto craziness: The 2022 things we're over
There's a lot to leave behind when 2022 comes to a close as uncertainty rules around the world.
Here’s where Americans are hiding Christmas presents, poll shows
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Holiday gift shopping season! And with gift shopping comes another often overlooked, part of the season: gift hiding.
Grandpa wears makeup in viral J&B Whisky commercial with a message
Spoiler alert! Tissues may come in handy for this Christmas ad from J&B Whisky’s latest campaign, which features a makeup-wearing grandfather and an unexpected twist.
With 10 days of holiday shopping left, shoppers are cutting back on spending
The director of Santa Clara University’s Retail Management Institute says it’s been a tough year for consumers and retailers. Recent data shows people may be looking for a social experience and are not spending as much money on gifts while shopping.
How to tip your mail carrier during Christmas, holiday season
While you can give your mail carrier a gift as a holiday thank-you, there are certain rules federal workers must follow when it comes to receiving gifts, per the United States Postal Service.
Radio City Rockette: A day in the life of a dancer in America’s most popular holiday show
Sarah Grooms Hoge is in her 14th season as a Radio City Rockette.
Don't have your Christmas plane ticket yet? Here's what an expert says
According to Hopper — known for flight and hotel deals — an estimated 53 million people are expected to depart from U.S airports over the holiday period.
‘I was shocked’: DNA test leads man to granddaughter, brother he never knew existed, living just 1 mile away
Melvin Gray, a military veteran, came across an initiative called “DNA Quest” — a project focused on reuniting adoptees with biological families.
AAA estimates 112.7 million people will travel for winter holidays
The agency said that's more than 3.6 million travelers than last year and close to pre-pandemic levels.
Yes, THAT Mariah Carey Christmas song is #1 on Billboard
We’ll give you a moment to put on your “surprise” face and play the song.
Show must go on: Winterfest tradition continues despite weather conditions
The weekend storm didn’t dampen a beloved holiday tradition in Tilden Park.
Hundreds of skiing Santas hit the slopes in Maine
Santa Sunday has grown in popularity over more than two decades.
How Airbnb aims to crack down on New Year's Eve parties
Over 12K guests in US were blocked or redirected from booking during New Year's Eve in 2021.
13 strangers rent van together, go viral after canceled flight leaves them stranded
It was a road trip they'll never forget.
Amazon's $5 'thank my driver' promotion maxes out after 1 day
On Thursday, just one day after the program was launched, Amazon said it had reached its milestone meaning U.S. drivers will no longer get the $5 tips from here on out.
California’s commercial Dungeness crab season delayed again
The start of the commercial Dungeness crab season in California has been delayed further to protect humpback whales from becoming entangled in trap and buoy lines.
Nearly half of Americans expect to go into debt buying holiday gifts
Nearly half of Americans expect to go into debt during the holidays this year. Here’s how to pay down your holiday debt quickly.