Board adopts report on Uber's culture, silent on CEO leave
DETROIT (AP) - Uber's Board of Directors has adopted a series of recommendations about the company's corporate culture from former Attorney General Eric Holder, but it was silent late Sunday on whether it would approve a leave of absence for the ride service's embattled CEO.
DETROIT (AP) - Uber's Board of Directors has adopted a series of recommendations about the company's corporate culture from former Attorney General Eric Holder, but it was silent late Sunday on whether it would approve a leave of absence for the ride service's embattled CEO.
Norwegian Air launches nonstop flight from Oakland to Barcelona
Norwegian Air Shuttle today launched new nonstop service from the Oakland International Airport to Barcelona using Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes.
Norwegian Air Shuttle today launched new nonstop service from the Oakland International Airport to Barcelona using Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes.
Google in talks on possible 6M-square foot downtown San Jose office
The city of San Jose has begun talks with Mountain View-based search giant Google about a possible 6 million-square-foot office and research and development on the western edge of downtown San Jose, Mayor Sam Liccardo announced Tuesday.
The city of San Jose has begun talks with Mountain View-based search giant Google about a possible 6 million-square-foot office and research and development on the western edge of downtown San Jose, Mayor Sam Liccardo announced Tuesday.
New companies finding their way to San Jose as part of downtown renaissance
San Jose has traditionally been more of a sprawling city, but right now city leaders say the downtown is experiencing a renaissance of sorts. From Google, to Blue Bottle Coffee, many new companies are finding their way to San Jose.
San Jose has traditionally been more of a sprawling city, but right now city leaders say the downtown is experiencing a renaissance of sorts. From Google, to Blue Bottle Coffee, many new companies are finding their way to San Jose.
Warriors merchandise store opens at San Francisco's Westfield mall
The first store to exclusively sell official Golden State Warriors merchandise opened Wednesday at the Westfield San Francisco Centre mall on Market Street just a few hours before the team was set to play in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
The first store to exclusively sell official Golden State Warriors merchandise opened Wednesday at the Westfield San Francisco Centre mall on Market Street just a few hours before the team was set to play in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Uber moves to repair tainted image with 20 firings, 1 hiring
Officials with Uber said Tuesday that the company has fired 22 employees after an internal probe into harassment complaints.
Officials with Uber said Tuesday that the company has fired 22 employees after an internal probe into harassment complaints.
Michelle Obama speaks at Apple developers conference
Former First Lady Michelle Obama was in Silicon Valley on Tuesday to speak to participants at Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference, one of a few public addresses she has given since leaving the White House in January.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama was in Silicon Valley on Tuesday to speak to participants at Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference, one of a few public addresses she has given since leaving the White House in January.
HomePod, Apple's 1st major new product since Apple Watch, announced
More than 5,000 developers from around the world are in San Jose for Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference that kicked off Monday. It’s back in San Jose for the first time in 15 years.
More than 5,000 developers from around the world are in San Jose for Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference that kicked off Monday. It’s back in San Jose for the first time in 15 years.
Apple unveils new iMac and flirts with virtual reality
Apple appears poised to unveil a voice-activated, internet-connected speaker that would create a new digital pipeline into people's homes.
Apple appears poised to unveil a voice-activated, internet-connected speaker that would create a new digital pipeline into people's homes.
Uber, Lyft issued subpoenas for driving & service records by SF city attorney
SAN FRANCISCO (BCN)-- San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera issued administrative subpoenas today to Uber and Lyft for information on driving practices, traffic violations, drivers' compensation, prices and disability access.
SAN FRANCISCO (BCN)-- San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera issued administrative subpoenas today to Uber and Lyft for information on driving practices, traffic violations, drivers' compensation, prices and disability access.
Chinese factory busted for making fake Budweiser beer
A small Chinese factory in the Southeastern city of Dongguan was busted earlier this month for making counterfeit cans of Budweiser beer, The Daily Meal reports.
A small Chinese factory in the Southeastern city of Dongguan was busted earlier this month for making counterfeit cans of Budweiser beer, The Daily Meal reports.
Community group 'No Uber Oakland' plans to hold company accountable
Several Oakland community leaders and organizations are launching a campaign to hold Uber accountable if it still wants to move to the city.
Several Oakland community leaders and organizations are launching a campaign to hold Uber accountable if it still wants to move to the city.
'Wonder Woman' conquers milestone with $100.5 million debut
NEW YORK (AP) - "Wonder Woman" conquered milestones and movie myths at North American theaters, where the Patty Jenkins-directed superhero film powered its way to a $100.5 million debut this weekend and became the biggest blockbuster ever directed by a woman.
NEW YORK (AP) - "Wonder Woman" conquered milestones and movie myths at North American theaters, where the Patty Jenkins-directed superhero film powered its way to a $100.5 million debut this weekend and became the biggest blockbuster ever directed by a woman.
Gov. Jerry Brown, Silicon Valley leaders vow continued climate change focus
California Gov. Jerry Brown and top Silicon Valley tech business leaders are denouncing President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the U.S. from the international Paris Climate Accord agreement.
California Gov. Jerry Brown and top Silicon Valley tech business leaders are denouncing President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the U.S. from the international Paris Climate Accord agreement.
Report: 1 in 4 shopping malls in U.S. will be closed by 2022
A new report from Credit Suisse says up to 25 percent of U.S.shopping malls may close in the next five years.
A new report from Credit Suisse says up to 25 percent of U.S.shopping malls may close in the next five years.
San Francisco tourism officials worry about Trump effect
The San Francisco Travel Association, created shortly after the devastating earthquake of 1906, is holding its 107th annual meeting this week amid worries of how the Trump administration's polices will impact tourism to the City by the Bay.
The San Francisco Travel Association, created shortly after the devastating earthquake of 1906, is holding its 107th annual meeting this week amid worries of how the Trump administration's polices will impact tourism to the City by the Bay.
Uber posts $708M loss as revenue grows; head of finance quits
Ride-hailing giant Uber has reported another multibillion dollar loss even as its revenues grow.
Ride-hailing giant Uber has reported another multibillion dollar loss even as its revenues grow.
Lithium battery eyed in emergency landing of Jet Blue plane bound for San Francisco
The emergency landing Tuesday night of a San Francisco-bound airplane has raised new concern about lithium batteries and the risk they pose to airline passengers.
The emergency landing Tuesday night of a San Francisco-bound airplane has raised new concern about lithium batteries and the risk they pose to airline passengers.
Mother of Uber CEO Travis Kalanick killed in boat accident
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) - The mother of the CEO of the ride-hailing company Uber died in a boat accident in a California lake, the company said.
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) - The mother of the CEO of the ride-hailing company Uber died in a boat accident in a California lake, the company said.
Art installation underway at Salesforce tower
Jim Campbell is the artist, hired by the San Francisco Planning commission for the project, that will light up the top of the city’s tallest building – the Salesforce Tower. Like the Bay Bridge, the Salesforce Tower will feature thousands of LED lights but, rather than just light, it will also feature images.
Jim Campbell is the artist, hired by the San Francisco Planning commission for the project, that will light up the top of the city’s tallest building – the Salesforce Tower. Like the Bay Bridge, the Salesforce Tower will feature thousands of LED lights but, rather than just light, it will also feature images.