Mega Millions jackpot hits $640 million, seventh highest in game’s history
There was no big winner in Friday night's Mega Millions drawing.
Biden admin cancels $39B in student loan debt for 800,000-plus borrowers
The administration says the new round of student loan forgiveness address “historical inaccuracies" in counting payments that qualify toward income-driven repayment plans.
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.
Powerball jackpot soars to $875 million for Saturday after no winner in latest drawing
The estimated jackpot for Saturday’s drawing would be the third highest in the history of the game. The largest Powerball jackpot was $2.04 billion last November.
Majority of California homes for sale are over $1 million: study
4 out of 5 US cities where more than half of the homes for sale cost over $1 million are in California.
Bank of America to pay $100M to customers over fees, opening accounts without consent
Are you a Bank of America customer? The bank has been ordered to pay $100 million to customers for several offenses, plus millions more in penalties.
Powerball jackpot grows to $725M
The Powerball lottery jackpot has grown to $725 million ahead of Wednesday's drawing.
Powerball fever infectious once again despite slim chance of winning
The odds of actually winning the Powerball jackpot are lousy – about one in 292 million. Even though most people won’t ever win the jackpot, California schools are the real winners.
Target, Walmart announce back-to-school deals for teachers, students
Back-to-school deals are back for teachers and students.
Powerball jackpot grows to $650 million
No one took home Saturday's $631 million jackpot.
Unemployment rate in Silicon Valley lower than rest of California
Silicon Valley's unemployment rate has inched up, but industries like hospitality and restaurants are still seeing growth despite employment fluctuating throughout the region.
US Postal Service raising stamp prices Sunday
The USPS requested mailing price hikes earlier this year, citing inflation.
June report shows job growth slower than expected and 3.6% unemployment rate
The U.S. saw continued job growth in June, but not at the same blistering pace that has been a concern for the Federal Reserve, as it tries to thread the needle by slowing the economy just enough to stem rising inflation, but keeping enough economic growth to prevent a recession.
Drivers can expect smoother roads in San Francisco after city secures $77M for repair work
Drivers can look forward to smoother roads in San Francisco after the city pledged to resurface 500 blocks over the next year.
Starbucks store in San Francisco's Sunset District files to unionize
A San Francisco Starbucks location has filed a petition to unionize.
Tourists provide business boost in San Francisco this 4th of July
Fourth of July celebrations are underway throughout the Bay Area. Firework fans started showing up in San Francisco's Aquatic Park earlier today, ready to stake out their spot for the big show and enjoy the holiday.
Will L.A.'s hotel strike come to San Francisco?
L.A.'s massive hotel strike continued into its third day with legions of union service workers demanding higher wages and more hires to help them. Workers at one hotel haven't had a raise in 5 years, according to the union.
Walgreens expects to close 150 US stores, CFO says
The store closings are expected to happen by 2024 in a cost-saving effort by the company.
California leaders, students react to SCOTUS ruling on student loans
Reaction to the Supreme Court’s decision was swift in California, especially amongst Democratic leaders.
Biden offers alternative student debt relief plan following Supreme Court ruling
President Joe Biden is offering an alternative student debt plan designed to ease borrowers’ threat of default if they fall behind on their payments.