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.

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.

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.

Dow hits 40,000 for first time

The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever Thursday as investors celebrated solid earnings and a slight easing of consumer inflation last month. 

McDonald's $5 meal deal: More details reported in plan to lure customers

McDonald’s is launching a new $5 meal deal promo to help lure in price-conscious customers. Here’s when it will start, according to reports citing internal emails.