Ayesha Curry's Sweet July store and café in Oakland is closing, citing safety as a reason; this follows the closure of her Las Vegas venture last month.

Books Inc., a long-standing Bay Area bookstore chain, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed its Berkeley location to reorganize for a sustainable future, and has asked for community support.

The Port of Oakland reports a 10% increase in cargo volume through November 2024, indicating positive business growth and stabilization post-pandemic.

Walgreens is closing two stores in East Oakland, with customers being redirected to another local store. The closures reflect wider industry challenges and potential impacts on the community.

Tokyo Central is set to open at Bay Street Emeryville in 2025, offering an array of Japanese goods and dining options, reflecting the diverse Bay Area community.

SunPower has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and agreed to sell key assets to Complete Solaria for $45 million amidst financial struggles and market challenges.

Construction for a new Costco warehouse has begun in Brentwood, with an expected opening in early 2025. The community anticipates benefits such as reduced travel time for shopping and increased city revenue.

DEA Oakland and Alameda County Narcotics Task Force seized 15 kg of Fentanyl, an AK-47, and $142,000 cash in Oakland, arresting three in a major drug operation.

Safeway is removing self-checkout machines from some Bay Area stores due to high shoplifting rates, impacting customer convenience and store operation.

California Attorney General released a report on the fatal officer-involved shooting of Guadalupe Zavala, offering policy recommendations but no charges against officers.

A man was arrested in Fremont after barricading himself in a box truck following an argument with a woman. He had outstanding warrants and was charged with obstructing an officer.

Two employees were robbed at gunpoint during a night deposit in Antioch following the Contra Costa County Fair. The police are investigating and seek information.

An Oakland woman was arrested for stealing a taco truck and found by police wearing an apron and eating the food inside. She confessed, citing hunger as her motive.