Despite tough times for Tesla, EV sales set new record in second quarter
Tesla's sales may have dropped, but electric vehicle sales as a whole have continued to increase.
Federal judge rules Google violated antitrust law
The judge's ruling sets up a second trial that will cover potential remedies for Google's search monopoly.
Economist urges Fed to meet 'now' to cut rates as stocks tumble: It's a 'frightening time'
Economist Stephen Moore urged the Federal Reserve to address falling commodity prices and shift from inflation concerns to deflation, while Fed Chairman Jerome Powell indicated a potential rate cut if inflation cools, amidst a market meltdown driven by recession fears.
Glen Park Hardware in San Francisco closing after 61 years
A San Francisco neighborhood is losing its beloved hardware store.After 61 years in business, Glen Park Hardware is closing, just six months after its most recent ownership change.
Diners shocked at higher price for popular Denny’s platter
The cost of the Lumberjack Slam breakfast at Denny's has risen steadily in recent years.
First black-owned comedy club opens in San Francisco
San Francisco's newest addition to its nightlife is a new comedy club and cocktail lounge 18 years in the making.
Babies 'R' Us coming to Kohls stores in the fall
A well-loved baby store is making a comeback this fall.
Costco's return policy put to the test after couple brings back 5-year-old mattress
A TikTok video shows a couple attempting to return a half-decade-old mattress to Costco as social media users react.
Berkeley small business donated uniforms to Ukrainian Olympians
A small business out of Berkeley designing gymnastics uniforms is going out of its way to show support for Ukrainian Olympians by donating uniforms.
$15M in grants offered to diverse, small businesses in Oakland
Kaiser Permanente is partnering with organizations in shelling out millions of dollars for Oakland small businesses.
Intel to layoff roughly 15,000 workers amid revenue slump
Intel Corp. sent a memo to employees on Thursday announcing that the company would be cutting nearly15,000 jobs.
San Francisco launches free event series to revitalize downtown
In another way to revitalize downtown San Francisco as a 24/7 neighborhood, the city is launching “Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza," an event series packed with activities for the public to enjoy at no cost.
Residents displaced, business owners struggling after Oakland bookstore fire
Oakland Fire investigators plan to return to the East Bay Booksellers building this week to meet with the building owners and try to determine what caused the three-alarm fire that destroyed the building and damaged nearby structures.
SJ flea market vendors look for early signals of new location
Vendors and their allies are pushing San Jose city leaders to finalize plans for a new site for the Berryessa Flea Market. They said on Wednesday that waiting to the last minute could cause an economic catastrophe for the 450 microbusinesses which rely on the four-day a week flea market.
Big Lots closing dozens of stores across California. Here is the full list
In Southern California, at least 16 stores are slated for closure.
Target launching denim take back event. Here's how it works
The retail giant’s new denim promotion begins in August and here’s what you need to know.
McDonald's same-store sales fall for 1st time since pandemic
The burger chain launched a promotion in May to help boost customer traffic and declining restaurant sales.
Albertsons and Kroger agree to pause merger amid legal, regulatory challenges
Albertsons and Kroger agreed to pause merger amid legal and regulatory challenges.
Mortgage rates barely budged this week as more listings flood the market
Mortgage rates didn't change much this week, but more home listings are coming on the market even as buyers are backing off.
Champagne sales down worldwide in 2024, industry executives cite lack of 'cheer'
One executive claims a lack of "cheer" worldwide caused bubbly sales to go flat in the first half of 2024, according to an earnings call this week.