List: New California laws going into effect in 2025
A new year means new laws in California. Here's a look at some of the new laws that will impact your life beginning Jan. 1, 2025.
San Francisco Fillmore Street legacy restaurant signs lease extension
A San Francisco legacy restaurant that serves Mediterranean fare has signed a lease extension on Fillmore Street.
SJ businesses decry negative impact from VTA expansion
Several business owners in the Crossroads Shopping Center in east San Jose said on Wednesday that VTA's light rail expansion to Eastridge Mall has reduced their revenue by as much as 70%
SJ business owners decry economic impact of VTA expansion
Several east San Jose business owners complained, on Wednesday, that VTA's expansion of the Alum Rock light rail line to Eastridge Mall is causing traffic disruptions and closures that are hurting their bottom lines.
China announces ban on rare minerals to US: What that means for you
The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the move after the U.S. expanded a list of Chinese companies subject to export controls like computer chip-making equipment and software.
Cargill to lay off thousands of workers amid falling commodity prices
The largest private company in the U.S. is trimming its global workforce as it faces pressure related to lower commodity prices.
Is Enron making a comeback? Here's what we know
Enron, the Houston-based corporation that once dominated the energy sector before its infamous collapse in 2001, now claims to, according to its website, focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethics in addressing critical energy challenges.
Amazon workers to strike between Black Friday, Cyber Monday in US, other countries
Amazon workers in more than 20 countries plan to strike during the post-Thanksgiving holiday shopping period as they push for better pay and working conditions.
Blackout Holiday Market showcases Black entrepreneurs in Oakland
The holiday shopping season is underway in downtown Oakland, supporting black entrepreneurs at the Blackout Holiday Market.
These stores are closed on Thanksgiving this year
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.
Walmart to roll back its DEI policies
Walmart has become the latest – and the largest company – to announce it will be rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
Many consumers stay with their banks for years unless persuaded by other bank incentives
AI and online-only perks aren't what some bank customers wants, but satisfaction with brick-and-mortar banks is declining.
More than 10% of South Korea's workforce is now robotic, survey finds
Robot adoption in factories around the world continues at a rapid pace. Here's where the U.S. ranks.
Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs
The National Retail Federation projected that potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46 billion and $78 billion in annual spending power.
Trump may roll back $7,500 EV tax credit
Biden imposed a $7,500 tax credit for EVs.
Is PayPal down? Payment service briefly experiences 'system issue'
Thousands of users reported issues with PayPal on Thursday morning. Here's what to know.
Target quarterly results fall as holiday discounts and dockworker strike hit profits
Target etched out a slim sales increase in the third quarter and profits slumped as inflation-weary customers pulled back on spending and costs related to a dockworker strike in October dragged on results.
These Bay Area cities were named among the safest and wealthiest for retirees
Bay Area cities are named in a new list of the safest and wealthiest retirement locations in America.
Map: How much of a restaurant worker's income comes from tips
Restaurant employees rely on the kindness of customers when it comes to tips, which can make up a sizable portion of their take home pay based on findings in a new report.
