NFT is 2021 word of the year amid cryptocurrency surge, Collins Dictionary says

An NFT is proof of ownership for a unique digital item that can be bought and sold on the cryptocurrency marketplace. Here's what you need to know about buying and investing in crypto.

Treasury targets all-cash real estate deals in anti-corruption effort

The Treasury Department may expand reporting requirements on all-cash real estate deals to help crackdown on bad actors' use of the U.S. market to launder money made through illicit activity.

Livermore winery seeing effects of supply chain issues

Cost of goods has been an issue for most industries lately. A Livermore winery owner explains the reason why prices are rising on their wines.

Cash, checks found in wall at Lakewood Church during repair work is from 2014 theft, says HPD

A large amount of money – including cash, checks and money orders – was found inside a wall while renovation work was being done at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church. Houston police say it's from the 2014 theft, where $600,000 were reported stolen from the church's safe.

What is a personal line of credit?

A personal line of credit is a type of revolving credit that can be used to cover expenses like home renovations. Here’s what you need to know before applying.

US unemployment claims rise by 28,000, but still low at 222,000

U.S. unemployment claims climbed by 28,000 last week to 222,000, even though the U.S. job market has been rebounding from the coronavirus recession.

Dozens of companies seeking employees at job fair at Coliseum Thursday

Dozens of employers will be looking for employees Thursday at a job fair and exposition at the Oakland Coliseum, according to the Oakland Private Industry Council, a nonprofit that provides training and other employment services to employees and employers. 

A major victory for 100% low-income housing in San Francisco

A single mother raising two children now has an opportunity to provide a larger space for her family at an affordable price. 300 low-income units are coming to the Mission District.

Bay Area bridge tolls going up again on Jan. 1

Motorists are just one month away from another toll hike on the seven state-owned Bay Area bridges.

Powell says Federal Reserve may accelerate pullback in economic support

Chair Jerome Powell said that the Federal Reserve will consider acting more quickly to dial back its ultra-low-interest rate policies to counter higher inflation.

Small businesses hope for holiday season boost through shop local campaign

It’s the start of the holiday shopping season and the City of San Jose is trying to give small businesses a boost during the pandemic. The city has launched a campaign called Shop Local SJ.

Strong Cyber Monday sales expected but could fall short of 2020 spending

Both Black Friday and Thanksgiving Day online shopping came in below Adobe's prediction. On Black Friday, online sales reached $8.9 billion, down from the $9 billion in 2020.

Retired housekeeper wins $50K in scratch-off lottery for 3rd time

A 61-year-old Maryland woman has won $50,000 in scratch-off lotteries for the third time since 2018. And the winning tickets all came from the same store.