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.
Inflation is down and you deserve some of the credit, economists say
Americans' refusal to keep paying higher prices may be dealing a final blow to the country’s inflation problem.
Caltrain debuts brand new all-electric fleet in San Francisco
Caltrain debuted its all-electric fleet before officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and Mayor London Breed. The full fleet rolls out to the public Sept. 21st.
San Jose revitalizing downtown with pop-up shops
San Jose is welcoming several new businesses downtown on a temporary basis.
Homebuying market sees hope as mortgage rates fall
The homebuying market has been sluggish as people prioritize travel and the start of school and then consider scary interest rates.
Big Lots plans to close 10 stores in the Bay Area
The discount retail chain, Big Lots, announced they are closing 75 stores in California and 10 of them are in the Bay Area.
Here are the best US employers for high school graduates to start careers
A new ranking lists the top 50 employers for young people entering the workforce without a college degree.
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.
Dow drops 1K points, Japanese stocks suffer worst crash since 1987
Nearly everything on Wall Street is tumbling Monday as fear about a slowing U.S. economy worsens and sets off another sell-off for financial markets around the world.
Candy company behind Rocky Road, Abba-Zaba, others, to close Hayward factory
Annabelle Candy Company, the Hayward-based candy manufacturer behind Abba-Zaba, Big Hunk, and Rocky Road, among other sweet tooths' favorites, will close its factory this fall.
Bay Area cities that rank the worst for new home buyers
Three Bay Area cities are at the top of the list for the worst places in America for first-time home buyers. And there’s a variety of disheartening reasons.
$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.
Study ranks US states with most financially-distressed residents
WalletHub's recent study reveals the U.S. states with the most financially-distressed residents, highlighting surprising trends and economic struggles. Michigan tops the list, followed closely by Texas and Nevada.
US national debt tops $35 trillion, hitting new record
The U.S. gross national debt hit $35,001,278,179,208.67 on Monday, according to the Treasury Department.
Bosses admit that return-to-office mandates were meant to make staff quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Tesla's profit drops 45% as sales decline despite price cuts
Tesla’s second-quarter net income fell 45% compared with a year ago as the company’s global electric vehicle sales tumbled despite price cuts and low-interest financing.
Bay Area office vacancies hit record highs, here's why:
Office space vacancies in the Bay Area’s largest cities have reached new highs, according to a new report.
Social Security just announced a change for millions of beneficiaries
Millions of Social Security recipients must switch to a new Login.gov portal to continue accessing their online account information, as announced by the Social Security Administration.
Here’s the income you need to be in the top 1% in California
In five states, including California, earners need to make over $1 million annually to be in the 1% range.
Bay Area DoorDash drivers face waitlist amid gig economy shift
Catherine Mojica of Fremont said she earned good money as a full-time rideshare driver years ago and when she found herself in need of some extra cash, she decided to sign up to be a delivery app driver.