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.

A Ukrainian national who ended up in San Francisco after leaving her tumultuous country behind has quietly risen to the top San Francisco's competitive nail scene, staking her claim as the budding "Queen of Ukrainian Manicures." Her story proves that sometimes the most unlikely entrepreneurs create the most revolutionary businesses.

The Napa County judiciary ruled against Hoopes Vineyard in a compliance case, confirming the importance of following winery permit processes for public health and fairness in business operations.

Costco opens in Napa with a vast selection of goods and wines, signaling economic growth and job creation for the city. Mayor and residents celebrate the new store, a product of years of planning.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. will pay almost $4 million to settle a lawsuit over misleading advertising and weight discrepancies of products at its stores.

The Lodge at Bodega Bay was named "Best Hotel in the World" by Condé Nast Traveler's 2024 Readers' Choice Awards for its exceptional setting and hospitality.

The U.S. Department of Labor fined Humberto Castaneda Produce for multiple labor violations, including unfair pay practices and inadequate housing for H-2A visa workers.

Tesla supercharging stations in Vallejo, California, were vandalized as cables were cut, causing significant inconvenience and repair costs, reflecting a trend of metal theft targeting the valuable copper within the cables.

Santa Rosa police detained Tommy Lewis after an alleged stabbing stemming from a dispute with his roommate in transitional housing; collected evidence includes knives.

Travis Credit Union partners with FHLBank San Francisco offering grants to assist first-time homebuyers in California with down payments, aiming to promote homeownership in 12 counties.

Abbott Laboratories is set to close its manufacturing plant in Fairfield, impacting about 200 workers, with layoffs beginning May 18. This aligns with the discontinuation of ZonePerfect bars and broader cost-cutting measures.