SF's Phoenix Hotel hosts free celebration ahead of its Jan. 1 closure
A legendary San Francisco rock ’n’ roll hotel celebrated with its community Thursday night as it prepares to shut its doors for good. Many consider it an oasis in the Tenderloin.
Can Wine Country 'crush parties' help pull the industry out of its slump?
It's harvest season in wine country and full-out crush parties are still relatively new, but the parties may hold the key to pulling the industry out of its slump.
Downtown Oakland business owners react to Pro-Palestinian protest
A pro-Palestinian protest is scheduled to take place in downtown Oakland on Saturday. Nearby businesses say they're optimistic it will be peaceful.
SF cafe owner announces candidacy for District 8 Supervisor
Manny Yekutiel , owner of Manny's Cafe in San Francisco, officially announced on Monday that he is running for District 8 Supervisor which represents the Castro and other neighborhoods when its current Supervisor, Rafael Mandelman terms out in January 2027. He is being endorsed by Mandalman. He spoke with KTVU's Amber Lee in a one-on-one interview about his plans and priorities. So far, Yekutiel is the only person who's officially announced his candidacy for the seat. There is at least one other person who's considering entering the race.
30% solar tax credit set to end this year
Fossil fuel companies can claim victory after a 30% solar tax credit is set to end this year.
South Bay woman wins competition by Golden State Valkyries & Chase to empower female entrepreneurs
The Golden State Valkyries partnered with Chase to start a program called The Violet Book of Business to empower women business owners through workshops and a competition.
Grateful Dead's 60th Anniversary celebration expected to boost San Francisco's economy
Jerry, Phil and others may be gone, but the music lives on.
Iconic SF drag club Oasis to close after 10 years
Oasis a beloved San Francisco nightclub, known for cabaret and drag shows, announced its impending closure on Monday.
Sunset Night Market cancellation disappoints San Francisco merchants
The popular Sunset Night Market won’t return this summer due to city reimbursement delays, disappointing local merchants.
San Francisco's Phoenix Hotel, a favorite of touring musicians, to shutter at year's end
A favorite hotel of touring musicians in San Francisco's Tenderloin will close for good at the end of the year.
Yoshi's co-founder 'Kaz' Kajimura, who dreamed big, has died
One of the founders of Yoshi's, the Bay Area jazz and blues club, died on Sunday at the age of 82 following a battle with dementia. The club posted the news along with a tribute on social media on Monday.
East Bay community kitchen providing affordable rates set to close; entrepreneurs ask for help
A commercial-grade community kitchen helping entrepreneurs in the East Bay is shutting down, but the small business owners who rely on it are rallying together and asking for help to keep it open.
What the U.S. - China tariff pause means for Bay Area businesses
Small business merchants, who rely on Chinese goods, were joyous to learn that they got a three-month reprieve from financial devastation. But many are feeling uncertainty lies ahead.
San Francisco Chinatown Night Market named no. 1 by USA Today
On Friday, San Francisco Chinatown kicked off a series of night markets that will last for at least the next five months.
Business owner facing steep tariffs tests whether people will pay for 'Made in USA'
A business offered customers a choice between a foreign-made product or the same item made in the U.S. at a much higher cost - and was overwhelmed by the results.
San Francisco shop owner to give away $25,000 of rare coins in scavenger hunt
A San Francisco coin collector and shop owner is giving away rare, collectible coins and other historical items in a scavenger hunt this weekend.
San Francisco food truck opening pop-up shop thanks to downtown revitalization
A program that activates vacant spaces and storefronts in San Francisco is expanding this summer with a popular taco truck getting a pop-up brick and mortar space in the Union Square area.
Danville Bowl closes its doors after more than 60 years
Danville Bowl closed its doors today, after over 60 years in business.
SF bakery shutters following discovery of rodent infestation
Destination Bakery will have to remain closed until all of the documented violations have been rectified.
Thieves ram stolen car into Campbell camera store in early morning burglary: police
A South Bay camera store that's been a staple in the community for nearly a century was burglarized this week after a car rammed through the store's front entrance.