Canada rail strike to end after government forces arbitration
A Canadian railroad strike will apparently be short-lived: the government has ordered the country's two major railroads to enter arbitration and get trains rolling again.
Disneyland to remove 'stereotypes' of Indigenous people from Peter Pan ride
Peter Pan's Flight at Disneyland is one of the original attractions that debuted on the theme park's opening day in 1955.
East Bay bridal shop closes without notice, leaving bride-to-be without a dress
An East Bay woman is planning to get married in less than two weeks. But the wedding dress she bought is gone. The bridal shop she purchased it from has closed its doors.
Walmart and Target are cutting prices to entice customers
Major retailer like Target and Walmart have been issuing price cuts for droves of items throughout the summer to stimulate sales. Here's how they are doing.
Judge blocks FTC's ban on noncompete clauses, stalling worker protections
A federal judge in Texas has blocked a U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule that would have banned noncompete clauses for workers.
What are Sneex shoes? Spanx founder Sarah Blakley's new product
Sarah Blakley, the inventor of Spanx, has another product to unveil to the fashion world - a hybrid sneaker stiletto.
Who is Mike Lynch, the British tech entrepreneur missing after yacht sank?
Mike Lynch, once considered the "British Bill Gates," is missing after the sinking of a superyacht off the coast of Italy on Monday.
Biden asks Supreme Court to lift block on student loan repayment plan
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
Popular Mediterranean, Spanish restaurant closes in Oakland
It's last call for Shakewell Restaurant, an Oakland restaurant with a cuisine fusing Mediterranean and Spanish flavors together.
Spirit Halloween stores: When did they become so widespread?
After opening in the early 1980s, Spirit Halloween has built a huge following among consumers through the years with its unique brand of costumes and decorations.
Wally Amos, Famous Amos cookie creator, dies at 88: Reports
Wally Amos, a talent agent turned cookie master who transformed a single Los Angeles bakery into a national brand, has died. He was 88 years old.
Senators accuse Kroger, Walmart of potential price gouging with digital tags
Consumer advocates say Kroger's digital price tags allow the company to "surge grocery prices, raising prices suddenly ... when certain products are in highest demand."
Legendary beauty products seller Avon files for bankruptcy
Avon filed for bankruptcy to address its debts and legal liabilities from talc-based product lawsuits.
Inflation rises 2.9% in July, less than expected
Inflation fell in July to the lowest level in more than three years, a welcome sign for the Federal Reserve even as prices remained uncomfortably high for millions of Americans.
Poll: Most Americans don't care to hear companies' opinions on current events
A recent poll finds that the public stances companies take on current events is not favored among most people, which could impact the bottom line of businesses.
Mortgage payments soar for prospective homeowners in swing states: Realtor.com
Buyers in swing states have seen mortgage payments practically double in the last four years due to rising home prices and mortgage rates.
Starbucks replacing CEO: What's been plaguing the coffee giant?
From boycotts to labor disputes, here are some of the issues that have been plaguing the world’s largest coffee company in recent months.
Blink Fitness files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy: What to know
Blink Fitness, an Equinox-owned gym chain with more than 100 locations, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Community supports iconic SF ice cream shop burglarized
Loyal customers of San Francisco's iconic ice cream shop, Mitchell's, came out for a scoop and to show support on Sunday after the store was burglarized ahead of the weekend.
The history of Costco: How one wholesale club became a blueprint for success
Costco, known for bulk bargains and giant rotisserie chickens, has enjoyed unprecedented success since it began. Here's their story.