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San Jose general aviation airport becomes first in country to sell 100-octane unleaded fuel
Reid-Hillview Airport in East San Jose became the first general aviation airport to sell 100-octane unleaded fuel, giving planes that cannot use 94-octane unleaded fuel to refill their tanks an option for refueling.
Bay Area surfer dudes, friends since daycare, build and live the dream with wetsuit company
Buzz Bonneau, a mechanical engineer, and Alex Salz, a designer, launched FERAL in 2015. At first, they kept their jobs, but now run FERAL full time. And it doesn't get in the way of their surfing.
Is the California ‘exodus’ over?
16% fewer Californians left for elsewhere in the US compared with 2022. But arrivals dropped by 11%.
13 holiday gift ideas for the Bay Area foodies and fun seekers on your shopping list
From eclectic salumi to pizza classes, these gifts are sure to bring joy.
The economy continues to roll on after the election
Amazingly, the U.S. has far outperformed other developed nations during the COVID recovery years. U.S. GDP, adjusted for inflation, has grown by 10.7% from Q4 2019 – Q2 2024. That’s almost twice as fast as Canada or the E.U. and three times as fast as Japan.
Biden helped propel billions into U.S. transportation. Trump’s administration could rollback that historic momentum.
California high-speed rail and Capitol Corridor projects were awarded nearly $45 million in federal grant funding.
They didn’t create the homeless encampment. But one California couple just realized it’s on them to clean up.
The homeless people are mostly gone. But the couple that owns the land, Shelly and Jason Stewart, just realized there’s a good chance they’ll have to pay for the clean up — and that they need permission from the state to do so.
Travel Troubleshooter: I closed my bank account. Now Airbnb won’t send me my refund
Bart Colen's host cancels his rental at the last minute, and Airbnb promises to send him a refund. But months later, the money is still missing. The reason? Colen closed his bank account.
Review: Arctis GameBuds are close to the ideal daily driver for gamers
The earbuds have outstanding battery life combined with solid sound and gamer-centric features
Dirty tricks: Google lied and cheated, federal court judges in monopoly cases say
Google fighting desperate court battles against the federal government and many states to prevent its breakup over monopolistic behavior.
California gas prices could rise with toughened climate regulations
The California Air Resources Board strengthened climate and pollution standards for gasoline and other transportation fuels, bringing public health benefits but likely raising gas prices and undercutting efforts of Gov. Gavin Newsom and California Democrats to lower prices at the pump.
How will California home prices react to White House switch?
History suggests homeowners seeking appreciation – or house hunters looking for a bargain – could be disappointed.
Good Samaritan warns of impacts from delays to hospital project
With its new hospital already behind schedule, Good Samaritan has warned of potential impacts to care if San Jose delays its approval.
Huge San Jose industrial and manufacturing complex gets construction funds
A huge industrial center that's planned for San Jose has landed a key financing boost from a new construction loan.
Huge East Bay industrial complex is bought in deal that tops $100 million
A huge industrial center in the East Bay has been bought for more than $100 million.
Music, entertainment, live events venue may sprout in downtown San Jose
An entrepreneur plans a live events venue that may help launch a downtown San Jose entertainment district.
Huge East Bay industrial complex is bought in deal that tops $100 million
A huge industrial center in the East Bay has been bought for more than $100 million.
How to get ahead on year-end tax planning and financial gift-giving
When you actively manage your finances and plan for your future, the feeling of personal financial empowerment is justly earned.