Oakland Airport's Terminal 1 has opened three new retail stores, Roll East, Oakland Supply Co., and Lake Merritt Essentials, as part of its retail program expansion.

Here's a brief roundup of recent changes to Castro area businesses. In this edition, a plant shop shutters, a small group fitness studio expands, and a restaurant adjusts its hours.

Genentech announced a third round of layoffs, affecting 143 jobs, as part of its strategic workforce adjustments, amid broader job cuts across various sectors in Northern California.

A psychologist sues Costco for $14 million, claiming a display fell on her causing severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury. The lawsuit alleges negligence and seeks damages for pain, suffering, and economic losses.

Six Flags, post-merger with Cedar Fair, confirms 135 job cuts in California parks due to a $220 million net loss, while planning a $1 billion investment in its parks.

Japan Video, a cultural staple in San Francisco's Japantown for over 38 years, is closing down in May. The store was known for its Japanese and Korean video collection and anime merchandise.

Eikon Therapeutics is laying off 55 employees due to federal funding cuts and a downturn in biotech investments, impacting various roles but leaving core clinical programs intact.

Synthego, a CRISPR tech biotech firm, has filed for bankruptcy but remains operational and optimistic about future growth, with potential acquisition by hedge fund Perceptive Advisors.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is acquiring the assets of 23andMe for $256 million, excluding its Lemonaid Health business, as the company faces layoffs and office closure due to financial struggles and a past cyberattack.

San Francisco's Union Square welcomes a new Nintendo flagship store, providing an immersive retail experience with exclusive merchandise and a custom gaming zone.

Chegg to lay off 22% of its workforce, citing competition from AI tools and declining web traffic, as it aims to save costs and adapt to changes in the education technology industry.

Bay Area tech companies face significant layoffs in Q1 2025, as the region loses over 11,000 tech jobs. In contrast, the U.S. economy adds 177,000 jobs in April, with an unchanged unemployment rate of 4.2%.

California is now the world's fourth largest economy, surpassing Japan, with a GDP of $4.1 trillion. Governor Newsom attributes this to investments in people and innovation but warns that Trump's tariff measures could harm growth.