APEC expectations: KTVU talks with top diplomat and UC Berkeley expert

San Francisco will be in the international spotlight as it prepares to host the 2023 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit or APEC from November 11 - 17th, with heads of state and top leaders from the 21 member economies and tens of thousands of delegates.

APEC summit is coming to San Francisco. Here's what you need to know

The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation conference kicks off Saturday in San Francisco. From street closures to security concerns, here's what to know.

Renewed push for all-lane freeway tolls in the Bay Area

Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) officials believe that applying market principles of supply and demand to freeway driving could potentially result in tolls for all lanes, with the aim of reducing congestion and curbing carbon emissions.

Starbucks increases US hourly wages and adds other benefits for non-union workers

Starbucks said Monday that unionized workers won't be eligible for some of those perks, a sign of the continuing tension between the Seattle coffee giant and the union trying to organize its U.S. stores.

Minimum wage rate for all Hayward businesses set to rise by January 2024

Wages are set to increase for workers across all types of businesses and industries in Hayward on Jan. 1, 2024, the city announced Monday.   

Eleven tuberculosis cases linked to California Grand Casino in Pacheco

Contra Costa County public health officials say 11 confirmed tuberculosis cases have been linked to staff and customers who spent time inside the California Grand Casino in Pacheco between 2018 - 2023. 

Agreement reached for Biden-Xi talks, but details still being worked out, official tells AP

President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed to meet on the sidelines of next month’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco, according to a U.S. official familiar with the planning.

Student loan scammers arise as repayment begins

As student loan repayment begins after a federal pause, scammers are preying on borrowers seeking debt relief. But there are free and legitimate ways to lower your monthly payments or get student loan relief. Here's how.

Colorado business pays $23.5K settlement with 6,500 pounds in coins: reports

A Northern Colorado welder who agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by another welder paid the settlement amount of $23,500 that was agreed upon, in quarters, nickels, dimes and pennies, according to reports.

SF Travel taking action to boost soft numbers in future convention bookings

The Moscone Center complex in San Francisco was full of people Monday for the start of the TCT cardiovascular research convention this week.

Small businesses in 'security zones' don't feel prepared for APEC conference

Even though the City is encouraging businesses to stay open, some small business owners within the security zones said they do not feel prepared. Many of them said there has not been enough information to help them staff for the event.

IRS to test free online tax-filing platform in 13 US states

The IRS will test drive a new online free-file tax return platform in 2024, an idea that has generated both support and criticism for years.

LinkedIn announces new layoffs in second round of cuts this year

Employment-focused social networking site LinkedIn on Monday announced it will cut 668 jobs, affecting roughly 3% of its global workforce. 

Reese's under scrutiny as sweepstakes promotion raises legal concerns

Reese’s may be in violation of state and federal laws with its new sweepstakes offer currently advertised on packs of peanut butter cups.