Richmond's Flor Hermosa Coffee: Culture and community
A cup of coffee can be about more than just the drink, it can also be about creating a place where people feel welcome. That’s the idea behind Flor Hermosa coffee in Richmond. The Mexican-American owners say they wanted to create a safe and unique space where people could slow down, enjoy a good cup of coffee and connect with their community.
A cup of coffee can be about more than just the drink, it can also be about creating a place where people feel welcome. That’s the idea behind Flor Hermosa coffee in Richmond. The Mexican-American owners say they wanted to create a safe and unique space where people could slow down, enjoy a good cup of coffee and connect with their community.
Unemployment claims drop to lowest since mid-July, though public anxiety remains
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations.
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations.
A taste of one of the first Guatemalan bakeries in the Bay Area
For Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re celebrating a Bay Area family business with more than 30 years of Guatemalan tradition. Universal Panaderia Bakery started with mom and dad selling food from their cars and has since grown to three locations in san francisco, daly city and san pablo.
For Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re celebrating a Bay Area family business with more than 30 years of Guatemalan tradition. Universal Panaderia Bakery started with mom and dad selling food from their cars and has since grown to three locations in san francisco, daly city and san pablo.
San Francisco's Le Mil's: Serving coffee sourced from India
Le Mil’s is the creation of a couple who wanted to save a family farm in Southern India from being sold. The San Francisco shop is now open at 1330 Polk Street, serving specialty Indian coffee while helping tell the story of the farm that started it all. Meet the owners, Milana Ram, and Himanshu Bhaisare.
Le Mil’s is the creation of a couple who wanted to save a family farm in Southern India from being sold. The San Francisco shop is now open at 1330 Polk Street, serving specialty Indian coffee while helping tell the story of the farm that started it all. Meet the owners, Milana Ram, and Himanshu Bhaisare.
Berkeley's Sconehenge Bakery & Cafe: History and community
A Berkeley bakery with decades of history is now entering a new era. Since May 2024, Sconehenge has been employee-owned, putting the people behind the counter and in the kitchen at the heart of the business. Today, we’re inside Sconehenge for a taste of its history.
A Berkeley bakery with decades of history is now entering a new era. Since May 2024, Sconehenge has been employee-owned, putting the people behind the counter and in the kitchen at the heart of the business. Today, we’re inside Sconehenge for a taste of its history.
The AI boom and demand for data centers
Data centers are promising jobs, investment and economic growth, but neighbors want to know what comes with them. The fight playing out in Bay Area communities is part of a much bigger national debate over who benefits and who bears the cost. Daniel Aldrich, a Dean's Professor of Resilience at Northeastern University, gives insight.
Data centers are promising jobs, investment and economic growth, but neighbors want to know what comes with them. The fight playing out in Bay Area communities is part of a much bigger national debate over who benefits and who bears the cost. Daniel Aldrich, a Dean's Professor of Resilience at Northeastern University, gives insight.
Finding a job as artificial intelligence changes recruiting
Artificial intelligence is transforming the recruiting process, so how can workers make sure they don’t get lost in the crowd? Keiyana Arnold, founder of Werk The Room, has tips for standing out, telling your story and knowing when it’s time to make a career pivot.
Artificial intelligence is transforming the recruiting process, so how can workers make sure they don’t get lost in the crowd? Keiyana Arnold, founder of Werk The Room, has tips for standing out, telling your story and knowing when it’s time to make a career pivot.
Historic Sonoma cheesemaker to close after nearly a century
Vella Cheese, a staple of the Sonoma community for 94 years, is closing its doors. The factory behind the storefront has already shuttered, and the cheese shop up front will close permanently once the remaining inventory is sold out.
Vella Cheese, a staple of the Sonoma community for 94 years, is closing its doors. The factory behind the storefront has already shuttered, and the cheese shop up front will close permanently once the remaining inventory is sold out.
Hayward's El Taquito Dos, a family recipe for success
From the original El Taquito to El Taquito Dos in Hayward, the family has kept the tradition alive. For many customers, a visit is about more than a meal, it’s about memories of growing up, and now sharing those memories with the next generation. Oralia Padilla and Jorge Espinosa, co-owners of El Taquito Dos, share their story and famous dishes.
From the original El Taquito to El Taquito Dos in Hayward, the family has kept the tradition alive. For many customers, a visit is about more than a meal, it’s about memories of growing up, and now sharing those memories with the next generation. Oralia Padilla and Jorge Espinosa, co-owners of El Taquito Dos, share their story and famous dishes.
Napa's trendy Rydable's: History on wheels
You can see Napa from a lot of different perspectives — but these founders wanted to make the experience more personal. We’re taking a ride with a mother-and-daughter team who built their business around showing people their city. Karen Kaiser and Nancie Cameron, share their story
You can see Napa from a lot of different perspectives — but these founders wanted to make the experience more personal. We’re taking a ride with a mother-and-daughter team who built their business around showing people their city. Karen Kaiser and Nancie Cameron, share their story
Napa Valley Rydables: New way to see Napa's history
A mother and daughter are putting a family spin on Napa sightseeing. Their Rydables tours combine a ride through downtown with stories about the city’s history and landmarks. Karen Kaiser and Nancie Cameron, share their story.
A mother and daughter are putting a family spin on Napa sightseeing. Their Rydables tours combine a ride through downtown with stories about the city’s history and landmarks. Karen Kaiser and Nancie Cameron, share their story.
Gas prices hit record highs
The latest inflation numbers show prices are still rising, while gas prices are reaching record highs for this late in the calendar year. Gustavo Flores-Macías, dean of the School of Public Policy at University of Maryland, gives insight.
The latest inflation numbers show prices are still rising, while gas prices are reaching record highs for this late in the calendar year. Gustavo Flores-Macías, dean of the School of Public Policy at University of Maryland, gives insight.
Levi's will now offer clothing repair services
Some retailers are encouraging consumers to make their clothing last longer by offering to fix worn or damaged garments. Levi's Strauss is the latest chain to start offering clothing repair services.
Some retailers are encouraging consumers to make their clothing last longer by offering to fix worn or damaged garments. Levi's Strauss is the latest chain to start offering clothing repair services.
Albany’s hidden gem: Sam’s Log Cabin
Mike Daillak and his partner Rhasaan Fernandez bought Sam's Log Cabin in Albany in 2010. The spot is a cozy log cabin built in 1930 that has survived decades of change, transforming from a betting parlor and speakeasy into a gathering place focused on fresh, locally sourced food.
Mike Daillak and his partner Rhasaan Fernandez bought Sam's Log Cabin in Albany in 2010. The spot is a cozy log cabin built in 1930 that has survived decades of change, transforming from a betting parlor and speakeasy into a gathering place focused on fresh, locally sourced food.
DACA renewal delays leaving immigrants in limbo
Every two years, DACA recipients must renew their protected status. But many say applications that once took weeks are now taking months, leaving recipients vulnerable to losing their jobs, driver’s licenses, and temporary legal protections before new approvals arrive. Luis Cortes Romero, immigration attorney at Novo Legal Group, gives insight.
Every two years, DACA recipients must renew their protected status. But many say applications that once took weeks are now taking months, leaving recipients vulnerable to losing their jobs, driver’s licenses, and temporary legal protections before new approvals arrive. Luis Cortes Romero, immigration attorney at Novo Legal Group, gives insight.
What's costing the most on back-to-school school supplies
Families could spend more than $863 per child on back-to-school shopping this year. We’ll look at what’s driving the costs and where parents can find relief. Julia Wilson, KPMG Principal of Consumer and Retail Strategy, gives insight.
Families could spend more than $863 per child on back-to-school shopping this year. We’ll look at what’s driving the costs and where parents can find relief. Julia Wilson, KPMG Principal of Consumer and Retail Strategy, gives insight.
Summer travel pet safety
If your summer getaway includes your four-legged best friend, there are a few things you need to know before you leave home. Dr. Melissa Jacobs, SF SPCA Hospital Medical Director, gives tips on keeping pets safe and comfortable while traveling.
If your summer getaway includes your four-legged best friend, there are a few things you need to know before you leave home. Dr. Melissa Jacobs, SF SPCA Hospital Medical Director, gives tips on keeping pets safe and comfortable while traveling.
Spain faces Austria with crowd energy at San Francisco's Picaro Cafe
It’s do-or-die in the Round of 32 as Spain bring possession and pedigree against an Austria. For fans in San Francisco, the match has a local home at Picaro Cafe—a long-running Spanish restaurant known for tapas, paellas, and a lively matchday atmosphere.
It’s do-or-die in the Round of 32 as Spain bring possession and pedigree against an Austria. For fans in San Francisco, the match has a local home at Picaro Cafe—a long-running Spanish restaurant known for tapas, paellas, and a lively matchday atmosphere.
A taste of Colombia in Alameda
Game-day bites with Alameda's Macondo Colombian Fusion. Owners, Constanza Ortiz and Jacob Loffsner, talk food, tradition, and soccer.
Game-day bites with Alameda's Macondo Colombian Fusion. Owners, Constanza Ortiz and Jacob Loffsner, talk food, tradition, and soccer.
Kayma Algerian Eatery: first Bay Area Algerian cuisine & pastry
The World Cup atmosphere is building as Algeria takes on Jordan today, and for many fans, food is just as important as the match itself. At Kayma Algerian Eatery in San Francisco, owners Wafa and Mounir Bahloul are introducing Bay Area diners to a culture built around hospitality, family, and gathering around the table.
The World Cup atmosphere is building as Algeria takes on Jordan today, and for many fans, food is just as important as the match itself. At Kayma Algerian Eatery in San Francisco, owners Wafa and Mounir Bahloul are introducing Bay Area diners to a culture built around hospitality, family, and gathering around the table.