Dave & Buster's will open a 43,000-sq-ft entertainment center at Santa Rosa Plaza on January 26, 2026, promising arcade games, a WOW wall and about 170 jobs.

Farmhouse Artisan Market opened Petaluma’s first in-person cannabis storefront last week, converting a seven-year delivery service into a visible shop on North McDowell. The opening follows a 2024 City Council vote to allow three storefront dispensaries.

Anheuser-Busch is closing its Fairfield brewery by early 2026 due to declining market trends and consolidation efforts, impacting the local economy and job market.

AB 1246 opens California to qualifying out‑of‑state craft distillers in 2026, but new permits, taxes and a one‑year pilot will shape how far that access goes.

The Napa Valley wine industry estimates $65 million in losses from the Pickett Fire, primarily from smoke damage across over 1,500 acres, affecting winegrapes and beehives. Remedies for smoke taint in wine remain limited.

Walmart settles for $5.6 million over overcharging and weight mislabeling claims, as alleged by California prosecutors, with measures to ensure future price and weight accuracy.

Former Google executive David Drummond has expanded his wine empire, Overshine Collective, with the acquisition of Reeve Wines and Martha Stoumen Wines.

Arhaus sued RH, accusing ex-CMO Lisa Chi of taking trade secrets to RH. Arhaus claims RH's products resemble theirs post Chi's move. They seek damages for alleged ongoing harm. RH has not commented.

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.

Valero Energy may close or downsize its Benicia Refinery, impacting California's refining capacity and jobs. The city of Benicia is seeking clarity on the future and plans to support affected residents.

Kohl's confirms closing five Bay Area stores, part of 27 nationwide by April 2025, citing underperformance and strategic focus. Affected employees offered severance or roles at other locations.

Kohl's is closing 27 stores, including 5 in the Bay Area, amid strategic real estate reevaluation, despite challenges reflected in its stock drop and layoffs at locations like Pleasanton.