Los Angeles Mission exceeds goals in 'Race to Feed' campaign
The Los Angeles Mission has blown past its goal of distributing 100,000 meals to people in need this December, but hope to keep up momentum.
Candy canes join list of shortages amid supply chain, peppermint crop woes
Peppermint-flavored candy canes may be part of a growing list of holiday-related products impacted by supply chain disruptions.
The most memorable memes of 2021 explained
Remember Bernie Sanders’ mittens? Here are some of the most memorable internet memes of 2021 and a look at where they originated.
Elderly man searches for son he hasn't seen in more than 40 years
Bill Samawi hasn't seen his son Steven in more than 40 years. Steven left for England with his mother when she was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer. Now 82, he still dreams he can one day see his son again.
Winter solstice 2021: Dec. 21 marks 1st day of winter, shortest day of year
The winter solstice marks the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. Here are facts about the annual event.
‘We appreciate him’: Class pools money to buy teacher 1st pair of Air Jordans
One group of students went above and beyond to surprise their history teacher with his favorite pair of Air Jordans sneakers — a style he had never owned before.
SoCal holiday travel season expected to rival pre-pandemic levels
Both LAX and the Auto Club of Southern California predict this travel season to be one of the busiest in recent memory. LAX says two of the peak travel days of the season are this weekend.
Pasadena closes outdoor dining on Colorado Boulevard ahead of Rose Parade
As the city of Pasadena prepares for the 2022 Rose Parade, the city has asked restaurants on Colorado Boulevard to take down their outdoor dining setups.
Recall expanded to include over 2 million pounds of ham, pepperoni products due to listeria concerns
A previous recall of ham and pepperoni products for listeria concerns has been expanded to include 10 more products, totaling more than 2.3 million pounds of meat.
Viral gift wrapping hacks for this holiday season
Social media users are sharing their various gift wrapping hacks online. Whether they involve secret techniques for oddly shaped gifts or showing off unique gadgets that help make the process easier, these tips will help make the holidays a lot less stressful.
Coca-Cola recalls various Minute Maid drinks due to the presence of foreign matter
A limited quantity of refrigerated Minute Maid Berry Punch, Strawberry Lemonade, and Fruit Punch in 59-oz. cartons did not meet the company's "high-quality standards due to the potential presence of foreign matter," a spokesperson for Coca-Cola told FOX Business in a statement.
McDonald's, Mariah Carey team for '12 days of deals' holiday menu
McDonald’s announced that the deals will start on Dec. 13. Customers will have the opportunity to get a different item from the menu each day for free when they make a purchase of at least $1.
Will new bacon law begin? California grocers seek delay
A coalition of California restaurants and grocery stores has filed a lawsuit to block implementation of a new farm animal welfare law, adding to uncertainty about whether bacon and other fresh pork products will be much more expensive or in short supply in the state when the new rules take effect on New Year’s Day.
Oreo Thins and Barefoot create red wine with ‘flavors of chocolate and cookies’
The cookie and wine brands will be offering a one-of-a-kind small batch release of a new adult beverage: Barefoot x Oreo Thins Red Blend Wine.
Starbucks workers at Buffalo store form 1st U.S. union
Starbucks workers at a store in Buffalo, New York, voted to unionize on Thursday, a first for the 50-year-old coffee retailer in the U.S. and the latest sign that the labor movement is stirring after decades of decline.
Pantone announces ‘Very Peri’ as its 2022 color of the year
Pantone said its 2022 color of the year is “Very Peri,” a periwinkle blue hue with violet-red undertones that aims to evoke “an empowering mix of newness.”
Video: Chevy Chase serves customers at Raising Cane’s restaurant
The legendary comedian was in Charleston, South Carolina for a special screening of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.”
A replica of the iconic Grinch cave could be yours for the night
The story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” has been brought to life for a limited time, giving holiday revelers the chance to experience the Grinch and his dog Max’s home.
Double amputee sails around the world amid pandemic, poverty and pirates
Dustin Reynolds, 43, took nearly eight years to circumnavigate the globe after a drunk driving crash left him without an arm, a leg and a home.
California’s governor writes children’s book about dyslexia
Gov. Gavin Newsom had dyslexia for most of his life, but it came into sharper focus for him recently after watching some of his own children fall behind in reading.



















