Beloved donut shop in Castro Valley closes after nearly 40 years

A beloved, family-run business called Rudy's Donut House in the East Bay closed for good Sunday after nearly 40 years at its location on Castro Valley Boulevard. 

Holiday Tomahawk steak with Chef Dustin Valette

Chef Dustin Valette joined us on ‘The Nine’ to share how he makes his peppercorn crusted Tomahawk steak with wild mushroom fondue, marble potatoes and padron peppers.

Well-known San Jose soup kitchen looking for new home

A well-known South Bay non-profit that routinely feeds tens of thousands of hungry and unhoused residents each year is looking for a new home itself.

Malls aren’t obsolete and Gen Z is helping to prove that

The willingness to go out to shop during the holidays isn’t just in your head, it’s actually a huge draw for many shoppers.

This is the living wage needed for a family of four in California

If you're raising a family of four in 2024, you'll need to make at least six figures in more than half of America to be financially secure, according to a new study.

Liberty Mutual company Safeco drops condo coverage and renters insurance

Another major insurance company is trimming its risk by refusing to sell more insurance to multifamily developments. The insurance commissioner promised a more stable and affordable market, but what we have right now are cross currents, contradictions, and chaos.

Celebrity chef Guy Fieri rings bell for Salvation Army in Santa Rosa

Celebrity chef Guy Fieri came to Santa Rosa Plaza on Wednesday for a good cause: ringing the bell for the Salvation Army to encourage donations.

Oscar Mayer's 'Wienermobile' is hiring new drivers

The brand, owned by food giant Kraft Heinz, officially began its annual search for new drivers for the massive hot dog on wheels on Wednesday.

Here are the 10 best and worst times to buy a used car

If you’re in the market for a car these are the times of the year to find quality bargains. See the list.

What to know about traveling to Europe in 2025

Starting in mid-2025, U.S. travelers visiting Europe will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization. Here’s how it works.