Four more states linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak, reports say

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has added four additional states to the link of U.S. states that have been impacted by the outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico. 

Wood Tavern, beloved neighborhood restaurant, Oakland fixture, to close its doors after 20 years

The Wood Tavern in Oakland, a neighborhood staple where friends have gathered, families have celebrated, and the community has connected, has announced it is closing after 20 years in business.

1.5 million eggs sold at Kroger, Brookshire and smaller stores recalled

Salmonella fears spurred the recall of over 1.5 million eggs that were sold in multiple states under several different brand names. 

Chick-fil-A customers’ information exposed in data breach

An internal data breach has exposed the information from some certain customers of Chick-fil-A’s loyalty accounts in what the company described as an automated attack on their website and mobile app. 

CDC: Cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to 4,100 cases, 7,500 more unconfirmed

U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms. 

Boost for Bay Area business following World Cup buzz
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The World Cup created boosts in business for several South Bay  establishments. The impact of the hundreds of thousands of fans that came to watch matches was an influx in business and exceeded the expectations of owners. 

A truckload of hope arrives in Oakland
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A nationwide campaign to fight hunger is bringing thousands of pounds of food to the East Bay. The Oakland delivery is part of a larger effort to distribute millions of pounds of food across all 50 states. David Kimball, President of the Oakland Stake, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and Pastor Michael Wallace, Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, give insight.

Taylor Farms cyclospora finding was a false positive, FDA says

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive. 

Garlic powder recalled over bacterial contamination concerns

A popular garlic powder is being recalled due to potential microbial contamination, Canadian health officials announced this week.

National Ice Cream Day 2026 deals and freebies

From Dairy Queen to Cold Stone, National Ice Cream Day 2026 is serving up some sweet deals.

Costco adds hot fan favorite to food court menu as shoppers debate taste and value

Costco shoppers have a new reason to linger after loading their carts with bulk paper towels and oversized snack packs: The retailer has added chicken strips to its famously affordable food court menu.

Taylor Farms pulls Mexico iceberg lettuce as cyclospora outbreak investigation expands

Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after the FDA linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce.

The Bastille Day SF Festival
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From Paris to communities throughout France, Bastille Day is being commemorated with colorful ceremonies, and live entertainment. Here at home, Bay Area residents will also have the opportunity to experience French culture during San Francisco’s annual Bastille Day Festival at Embarcadero Plaza on Saturday, July 18. Valérie Brisset, Consul General of France, and Chloé Soroquère, secretary of The Official Committee of French American Organizations, give insight.

Taco Bell responds to fans after pulling lettuce following cyclospora outbreak

Taco Bell responded to fans via X after it pulled lettuce from one of its suppliers as federal investigators continue probing a fast-moving Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to restaurants in five states.

Cyclospora outbreak possibly linked to lettuce from Taco Bell supplier: Report

The possible source of the cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce sold by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants, according to a report by The Washington Post.