Powerball jackpot soars to $500M for 1st drawing of 2022
The Powerball jackpot is now worth an estimated $500 million for the Jan. 1, 2022, drawing, with a $355.9 million cash value before taxes.
Pork and sauerkraut, hoppin' John on New Year's: History of lucky food traditions
Pork and sauerkraut, hoppin’ John and 12 lucky grapes: Here’s a look at the history behind six New Year’s food traditions and what they symbolize.
Bay Area travel blogger recovers from severe brain trauma, shares survival story
Kaitlyn McCaffrey has traveled to most of the world gaining popularity for her travel blogs. But the short trip from the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center to her home in Santa Clara Thursday was perhaps her biggest.
CDC reports E. coli outbreak across six U.S. states, linked to salad
An E. coli outbreak has reached six U.S. states and is linked to two different brands of packaged salad.
CDC advises travelers to avoid cruises regardless of vaccination status
Even if you’re fully vaccinated, the CDC is advising against traveling on a cruise ship.
Chicago teacher quarantines in plane’s bathroom for 4 hours after testing positive for COVID-19
A woman who flew to Iceland last week said she quarantined in a bathroom for four hours after finding out, mid-flight, that she had COVID-19, according to reports.
Tesla recalls over 475,000 Model 3, Model S cars over safety issues
Tesla is recalling certain Model 3 and Model S vehicles sold in the U.S. over rear camera and trunk issues, the NHTSA said.
You can now buy fresh crab off the boat in San Francisco as part of new program
The Port of San Francisco has announced a pilot program that will excite seafood lovers. You can now buy fresh live Dungeness crab off of fishing boats at Fisherman's Wharf.
$15 million coming to Oakland International Airport for improvements
Oakland International Airport passengers and employees will likely see some improvements to the airport because it's getting $15 million in federal grant money from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, said Wednesday.
Google Trends reveals top results for ‘how to help others' in 2021
From ways to help storm victims to how to help foster kids, Google Trends released the most-searched terms for giving back in 2021.
Champagne shortage ahead of New Year's Eve as supply chain issues hit wine industry
It could be tough to find some of your favorite champagne labels this year as supply chain disruptions have been impacting the industry.
John Madden’s first Miller Lite ad sparked success as commercial pitchman
John Madden, the NFL icon who died Tuesday, was also a hugely successful commercial pitchman. A 1981 Miller Lite ad sparked that success.
Chick-fil-A reveals top-ordered menu items of 2021
Chick-fil-A revealed its most popular menu items of 2021 and waffle fries were at the top of the list.
Commercial crab season kicks off in the Bay Area
The long-awaited Dungeness crab season for commercial fisherman, is finally kicking off Wednesday in the Bay Area. Commercial crabbers will be able to head out into a prime fishing zone stretching from Pescadero to the Mendocino-Sonoma County line.
GasBuddy says $4 per gallon national average not out of the question in 2022
Gas price projections from GasBuddy say that $4 per gallon as a national average is a possibility for 2022, a signal that the economy is recovering from the pandemic.
Powerball jackpot grows to $441M after no top winner in Monday drawing
The Powerball jackpot is now at an estimated $441 million after no one won the Dec. 27 drawing.
Olive Garden may not bring back Never-Ending Pasta Bowl
Darden Restaurants CEO Rick Cardenas explained that the promotion wasn't as profitable as previously believed
'Too dangerous:' Powerful Tahoe snow storm postpones Sierra getaways
A strong winter storm in Tahoe, is prompting many from the Bay Area to postpone planned holiday getaways to the Sierra. Caltrans shut down a nearly 70 mile stretch of Interstate 80, from Colfax, through Tahoe, all the way to the Nevada state line on Sunday after whiteout snow conditions made the roadway nearly impassible.
Passport fees to increase by $20 starting Monday
Starting Dec. 27, the price to get a passport book will climb $20. The State Department says the price hike is necessary “ to ensure we continue to produce one of the most secure travel and identity documents in the world.”
Hundreds more flights canceled Sunday due to staff shortages
More than 700 flights entering, leaving or flying within the U.S. were called off Sunday.