Surveillance video: Martinez bar vandalized, burgled soon after grand opening
There was a setback for a women-owned business that just celebrated its grand opening. Less than two days after it opened in downtown Martinez, a thief was quick to vandalize and steal from the business.
X sign removed from Twitter headquarters building after complaints
A bright and flashy "X" sign was removed from the top of the San Francisco headquarters of the company previously known as Twitter on Monday days after its installation provoked an outcry.
Security guards threaten San Jose street vendor, city to hold resource fair to improve safety
San Jose plans resource fair to help improve safety for street vendors as two security guards caught on tape threatening a vendor in latest incident.
McDonald's to debut new spinoff restaurant concept called CosMc's next year
The small-format concept restaurant will have "all the DNA of McDonald's, but its own unique personality," the company's CEO said.
3 Peet's Coffee shops become first to unionize in Bay Area
Three Peet’s Coffee shop locations have become the first in the Bay Area to vote in favor of unionizing. Two of the locations are in Oakland and a third is in Berkeley.
The Fed just hiked interest rates again: Here's how payments compare to 2022
To combat runaway inflation, the Federal Reserve started raising interest rates in March of last year, just 17 months ago. But what's the difference in the cost of things we finance or charge?
New entrepreneurial business booming in California
While it's true that California is seeing a lot of high-profile layoffs, with some folks choosing to leave the state, one undeniable trend remains true: Since the end of WWII, the Golden State continues to be the leading incubator of business.
San Francisco hoping new downtown bars indicate a boom is coming
San Francisco's Office of Economic and Workforce Development says the city now stands about 45% office occupancy, the highest since the pandemic, but still far below where it would like to be.
UPS strike avoided after agreement reached with Teamsters
The Teamsters called the tentative agreement “historic" and “overwhelmingly lucrative." It includes, among other benefits, higher wages and air conditioning in delivery trucks.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
AMC Theatres scraps seat location-based pricing plan
AMC will try "enhanced spacious front row seating" instead.
Walmart offering half-price Walmart+ memberships for customers on government assistance
The Walmart+ Assist program offers steep discounts for customers on food stamps and other government aid.
Company gets creative, rents helicopters for employees to avoid traffic delays
When a 15-20 minute commute turned into hours for employees, an Oregon company had a "crazy" idea, and it's working.
Student loans: More than half of borrowers say they may miss a payment
Many student loan borrowers are worried they'll miss at least one payment when repayment begins, according to a survey by Morning Consult. But the Biden administration announced new student loan relief initiatives after the Supreme Court shut down its student loan forgiveness plan.
Today's best mortgage rates? 10-year terms at 5.625 percent remain lowest | July 18, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for July 18, 2023, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Local interest now on tap to buy iconic Anchor Brewing Company
There is renewed hope that San Francisco's iconic Anchor Brewing Company, which closed last week due to financial struggles, could once again begin producing its famous beers.
Night Markets coming to SF's Sunset District this fall
City leaders from San Francisco are hoping to activate the city in the evenings by hosting night markets in the Sunset District. The event, set to be held along Irving Street kicks off in September.
UPS strike could be the most expensive in 100 years
Small businesses and consumers face "lasting harm" from a looming UPS strike, according to an economic analysts.
Restaurants slap diners with charges for everything from water to staff healthcare, drawing scorn
About one in six restaurants is adding surcharges to checks in an attempt to offset high costs, but the charges have raised the ire of customers and observers.
Century-old San Francisco Anchor Brewing company closing
Anchor Brewing Company officials announced early Wednesday that it will cease operations and liquidate the business -- established in 1896 -- citing economic factors including declining sales since 2016.