White House taking bipartisan heat for Ivanka-Nordstrom comments

The Trump White House is facing fresh bipartisan criticism from lawmakers and ethics experts after top adviser Kellyanne Conway promoted Ivanka Trump’s products in an interview and President Trump blasted Nordstrom for dropping his daughter’s clothing line.

Steph Curry speaks out against President Trump and Under Armour CEO

Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry made a rare political statement  this week, and took a shot at a company that is paying him millions of dollars. Under Armour CEO, Kevin Plank, recently said he’s a big fan of President Trump and his business policies. Plank said President Trump is deeply passionate about business and the commander in chief is a “real...

New Salesforce Tower high-rise will alter San Francisco skyline

The new Salesforce Tower high-rise, when completed later this year, will be a standout building on the San Francisco skyline and will be the tallest building west of Chicago.

US judge blocks Anthem-Cigna health insurance merger

A federal judge is rejecting Anthem Inc.'s bid to buy rival health insurer Cigna Corp., saying the merger would likely lead to higher costs, less competition and diminished innovation.     

Starbucks providing free legal advice to its workers about Trump travel order

After CEO Howard Schultz recently announced plans to hire 10,000 refugees over the next five years, Starbucks is moving forward with a plan to provide help to current employees who have questions about President Trump's controversial travel ban.

Dream Job Opening: Chocolate Taster

Chocolate manufacturer Mondelez is currently looking for a professional chocolate taster who will provide “honest feedback”.

Parking fee increase at 5 East Bay BART stations starts Monday

BART is imposing an increase in parking fees for five East Bay stations starting today, according to BART officials.

Covered California enrolls 368,000 new 'Obamacare' customers

The number of people signing up for a Covered California health plan is down in the first enrollment period since President Donald Trump was elected with a pledge to repeal his predecessor's signature health care law, figures released Monday show. 

Free doughnuts at Krispy Kreme all month

Krispy Kreme is giving away doughnuts for the entire month of February.

Super Bowl ads go political in a big way

Messages about America, inclusiveness - and, yes, even "four years of awful hair" - kept bubbling up in Super Bowl 51 ads from Airbnb, the NFL and a line of personal care products. But there was still plenty of escapism and light humor for those who weren't into the politics.

Super Bowl go political in a big way

Messages about America, inclusiveness -- and, yes, even "four years of awful hair" -- kept bubbling up in Super Bowl 51 ads from Airbnb, the NFL and a line of personal care products. But there was still plenty of escapism and light humor for those who weren't into the politics. 

Tiffany & Co. CEO resigns amid company's financial concerns

 The CEO of Tiffany & Co. has stepped down amid concerns about the jewelry company's financial performance. 

Bank stocks up amid Trump plan to ease financial regulatory laws

Banks and other financial companies made big gains Friday after President Donald Trump moved to scale back regulations on the financial industry. Other stocks also rose as investors were also pleased that employers hired workers at a faster pace in January.

Bay Area beer lovers wait in line for Pliny the Younger

It's the day Bay Area beer lovers have been waiting for. The  Russian River Brewing Company releases Pliny the Younger on Friday.

Coffee company takes on Starbucks' refugee plan, pledges to hire 10,000 veterans

In the wake of Starbucks' announcement that it would hire thousands of refugees over the next five years, a veteran-owned coffee business has put forth its own hiring initiative-- just for former U.S. service members.

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick leaving Trump economic advisory panel

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick will resign from President Trump's economic advisory council, according to an email distributed Thursday to his employees.

Deadline to sign up for Covered California at midnight

The deadline to get health insurance through Covered California is hours away when the clock strikes 12 a.m. Wednesday morning. 

Wells Fargo sued by DACA student for alleged loan discrimination

A college student and a Latino civil rights group sued Wells Fargo & Co. in federal court in San Francisco for allegedly denying student loans to young immigrants who have deportation deferments.