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Bay Area wines sparkle with gratitude this holiday season
Pinot from SLO coast rises above inhospitable terroir.
Homes vs. beaches: Court makes key decision in battle over California seawall construction amid ocean rise
The case concerning 10 vulnerable townhouses near Half Moon Bay could affect thousands of property owners and millions of beachgoers across the state.
Investors got big tax breaks to turn luxury apartments into affordable housing. In many cases, rents are higher than before
The "essential housing" program has been a financial bonanza for the private developers and bankers, who earn millions in fees for each apartment complex bought.
Share the Spirit: White Pony Express combats East Bay food insecurity
White Pony Express is aiming to chip away at food insecurity in the East Bay.
SunFed cucumbers and Costco eggs recalled due to potential salmonella contamination
The cucumbers and organic eggs were linked to possible salmonella contamination.
Holiday cheer: Major price hikes not expected for Christmas trees
National Christmas Tree Association urges families to buy early ensure the best selection of trees.
75 candidates apply for 2026 ‘sports czar’ position that will oversee Super Bowl, World Cup planning efforts
San Jose will hold interviews in December for the position that will oversee coordination of Super Bowl, World Cup games here.
Black Friday: Bay Area shoppers still worried about prices, but appear ready to spend this holiday season
Optimistic prediction comes despite widespread anxiety over higher prices.
Which US industries bet big on noncitizen workers?
There were 14.7 million "noncitizen" US workers in 2022, authorized or not. That's 9% of all people employed.
Krugman: Hostility to immigrants will hurt America’s tech sector
If Trump follows through on anti-immigration pledges, the sweeps likely won't spare legal, highly educated workers.
Larry Magid: NotebookLM is a Google tool for fake podcasts, real research
You can now record fake hosts singing your praises
Australian Senate debates social media ban for under-16s
The major parties' support for the ban all but guarantees the legislation will become law. But many child welfare and mental health advocates are concerned about unintended consequences.
Kai Trump shows Elon Musk awkwardly tutoring Trump in rocket science
While Trump's aspiring influencer granddaughter happily shared video of her joining him at Musk's latest SpaceX launch, she also revealed moments of the president-elect looking 'out of depth' and 'intimidated.'
California consumer confidence tumbles after Trump’s election
Statewide optimism off 12% in a month, by this polling, the biggest tumble since May 2023.
AG Bonta charges California construction firm with felony wage theft and tax evasion
A wood framing company is accused of stiffing workers and the state $2.6 million. Two employees could face penalties and jail if convicted.
Gov. Newsom sets himself up as a foil to Elon Musk and Donald Trump
(Bloomberg) -- As Elon Musk prepares to wield more power in Washington, the state where he built his fortune is girding for a fight.
California gobbles more home-grown turkeys than you think
In 2023, California produced 6.2 million turkeys, each with an average weight of 31.9 pounds.
Three dead following fiery crash in East Bay involving a Tesla Cybertruck
Police received an alert from an iPhone in the car, notifying them of a possible crash.