Yellen says her talks in San Francisco with Chinese finance chief laid groundwork for Biden’s meeting with Xi
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen wrapped up two days of talks with her Chinese counterpart in hopes of stabilizing economic relations between the two countries.
What is APEC?: summit brings global politics to San Francisco
The eyes of the world will be on San Francisco for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meeting, the largest gathering of world leaders in the city since the end of WWII.
SF Union Square businesses hope holiday tree is a beacon for better times
With the push of a button, Macy's 83-foot Great Tree lit up San Francisco's Union Square, kicking off the start of the holiday shopping season.
More tech job layoffs announced at Google, Amazon, and Snap
Neither Google nor Amazon disclosed how many jobs were being cut this time.
APEC security causing transportation constraints for residents
APEC is expected to draw more than 20,000 visitors and an estimated $53 million, but it's also expected to create some inconveniences for those living, working or traveling near the venues set to host.
APEC expectations: KTVU talks with top diplomat and UC Berkeley expert
San Francisco will be in the international spotlight as it prepares to host the 2023 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit or APEC from November 11 - 17th, with heads of state and top leaders from the 21 member economies and tens of thousands of delegates.
APEC summit is coming to San Francisco. Here's what you need to know
The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation conference kicks off Saturday in San Francisco. From street closures to security concerns, here's what to know.
Minimum wage rate for all Hayward businesses set to rise by January 2024
Wages are set to increase for workers across all types of businesses and industries in Hayward on Jan. 1, 2024, the city announced Monday.
Agreement reached for Biden-Xi talks, but details still being worked out, official tells AP
President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed to meet on the sidelines of next month’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco, according to a U.S. official familiar with the planning.
San Francisco anticipates APEC summit will boost economy by $53M despite concerns
San Francisco is gearing up for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit scheduled to happen next month.
SF Travel taking action to boost soft numbers in future convention bookings
The Moscone Center complex in San Francisco was full of people Monday for the start of the TCT cardiovascular research convention this week.
Small businesses in 'security zones' don't feel prepared for APEC conference
Even though the City is encouraging businesses to stay open, some small business owners within the security zones said they do not feel prepared. Many of them said there has not been enough information to help them staff for the event.
LinkedIn announces new layoffs in second round of cuts this year
Employment-focused social networking site LinkedIn on Monday announced it will cut 668 jobs, affecting roughly 3% of its global workforce.
Economic burden may stem from Israel war
While Israel is 7,400 miles from here, the consequences of war, to one degree or another, will affect the American and Bay Area economies.
New upscale restaurant opens in downtown San Jose as economic recovery continues
Rollati Ristorante is managed by the bar and restaurant group Vine Hospitality, which has served the Bay Area for about 30 years.
New pop-up shops aim to address downtown San Francisco's vacant storefront problem
A new San Francisco city program, ‘Vacant to Vibrant’, is hoping to fill some of the downtown areas large number of vacant storefronts, and bring new foot traffic to the area. Bay Area non-profit SF New Deal, which helped spearhead the program, is helping 17 new pop-up shops open their doors on Friday.
Biden planning to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in San Francisco: Report
President Biden reportedly has plans to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping next month in California.
Kaiser Permanente workers mark 1st day of 3-day strike over 'unsafe staffing levels'
75,000 Kaiser Permanente workers walked off the job nationwide on Wednesday after the health system and unionized employees failed to reach a new contract agreement.
Starbucks to close 7 San Francisco stores this month
Starbucks announced this week they are closing seven of their San Francisco store locations by the end of the month.
New report says Levi's Stadium brings in billions but city council member calls out management
The 49ers are heading into their 10th season at Levi’s Stadium. A new report released by the team says the stadium has generated over $2 billion for the local community.