Best Buy is most impersonated company by scammers, FTC says – see the top 10
Best Buy and its Geek Squad tech support brand was the most frequently impersonated company by scammers last year, according to the FTC.
Safeway removes self-checkout kiosks from some Bay Area stores
Shoppers at some Bay Area Safeway stores will no longer have the option to use self-checkout kiosks.
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Diddy's Sean John eyewear pulled by America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses: Report
The eyewear company reportedly started removing Diddy’s Sean John frames online and from some store locations.
This is the staggering amount homeowners spend on costs besides their mortgage
Some 28% of homeowners said they've considered going back to renting.
BottleRock brings big business to local Napa economy
Businesses including restaurants and hotels are welcoming big BottleRock crowds and an economic boost during Memorial Day Weekend.
Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy
Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.
Nintendo heading to San Francisco's Union Square
Pokémon lovers, rejoice! Nintendo is coming to San Francisco.
Chinese mom's South Bay business transforms lives of special needs students
One mom’s quest to help her own son with special needs is now helping so many others in the community.
Merchants in Noe Valley demand delay in road repairs to protect businesses
A group of small business owners along 24th Street in Noe Valley are frustrated, asking the city to postpone a road repair project that could threaten business.
San Francisco's Aquarium of the Bay to get new leadership after scandal
The Aquarium of the Bay, a fixture on San Francisco's Pier 39 for almost three decades, finds itself in a financial mess due to a scandal embroiling its now-departed CEO who served for almost a decade.
McDonald's menu hikes: McDouble up 168%, McChicken 200% in 10 years
McDonald's customers are shocked by nearly tripled prices over the past decade, with the McDouble up 168% and the McChicken Sandwich up 199%, driven by higher food, labor, and operational costs.
Justice Department's lawsuit against Live Nation: What it means for you and concerts
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit accusing Live Nation and Ticketmaster of running an illegal monopoly over live events in America and raising costs for fans.
15 million Americans still harmed by medical debt despite credit agencies' changes
The CFPB said some 15 million Americans are still struggling with more than $49 billion in outstanding medical bills in collections on their credit reports.
Summer 2024: Uber launches shuttle service for airports, concerts, games
Uber is rolling out several features this summer. One of them is a shuttle service that will help the ride share giant capitalize on the summer travel demand.
Pizza shop pranked with large order, saved by local business owner's generosity
A prank caller duped PizzAroma's Maumee location in Ohio into baking 16 large pizzas, which were never picked up, resulting in a $112 loss.
Glamor Beauty Supply in Oakland set to close after nearly 40 years
Glamor Beauty Supply in Oakland, one of the East Bay's oldest shops of its kind, is closing just as soon as all the shampoo, color and hair products are gone.
Red Lobster files for bankruptcy after dozens of restaurant closures
Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid rising costs and an all-you-can-eat shrimp deal that backfired.
Costco price hike: Popular items see unexpected jumps in cost
Gas prices have quietly increased along with olive oil, but Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains unchanged.
Block party series to support San Jose small businesses kicks off
The event will highlight small businesses each month until October in different business districts throughout downtown San Jose.