Newsom Nixes Nonstick Crackdown: Inside California’s Failed PFAS Pan Ban
Gov. Newsom vetoed SB 682 after industry and chef pushback, leaving PTFE nonstick pans legal in California while environmental groups regroup. The state debate over PFAS continues.
Developer Snaps Up Centerville Lot For Nearly 300 Affordable Homes
USA Properties Fund paid $11.5M for a Centerville parcel that will fund Centerville Plaza — planned as a 290‑unit, 100% affordable development with phased financing.
Taiwan Dumpling Chain Quietly Plants Flag On Brokaw Road As Silicon Valley Craves More Potstickers
Taiwan’s Bafang Dumpling has opened a new San Jose location at 1078 E Brokaw Road as the chain expands its Northern California footprint. The shop joins a growing wave of Asian fast-casual concepts in Silicon Valley.
Jurado Seeks Entertainment Zones Study for Downtown Los Angeles
Councilmember Ysabel Jurado filed a motion asking city staff to study whether regulated entertainment zones could revive downtown commerce while protecting residents and workers.
Meta Bloodbath Jitters Linger As Insiders Doubt Zuckerberg Layoff Pledge
Ex‑Meta employees say the company’s May 20 restructuring won’t be the last. Workers describe relief, frayed morale and rumors of further cuts even after leadership’s memo.
West Oakland BART Drivers Walloped as Parking Rates Spike Across Bay Area
BART adjusted parking fees at seven Bay Area stations — a steep jump at West Oakland stands out — as the agency leans on demand‑based pricing amid a budget crunch.












