Yum! Brands says Pizza Hut will close about 250 U.S. locations as part of a "Hut Forward" reset. A San Diego expert points to delivery rivals, rising costs and franchise economics.

Hillcrest’s oldest LGBTQ+ bar reclaimed its Brass Rail name with a restored neon sign and a free community unveiling. Owners Urbano Pelicon and Isaac Vargas led the celebration.

Pâtisserie Mélanie will close its North Park bakery this Sunday after nearly three years, owners say the costly, drawn‑out buildout and legal fights left them unable to continue.

After a 2024 spike, California’s average auto premium fell about 8% in 2025 to roughly $2,309, though big city gaps mean not everyone saw savings.

Rooftop Cinema Club is leaving the Manchester Grand Hyatt rooftop and reopening atop the Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy on Feb. 26 with La La Land and a spring lineup. The company says ticket prices will stay the same.

Escondido’s One Stop Systems sold its German unit and cut staff as it pivots to higher‑margin AI and defense work, citing a one‑time gain and updated guidance.

A San Diego federal complaint says Costco advertised its $4.99 rotisserie chicken as preservative-free while ingredient lists include additives plaintiffs call preservatives. The company says it has removed the claims and the case is pending.

Tesla's showroom at Westfield UTC has been vacated and a "we have moved" sign posted, while other Palm Plaza stores have closed as the mall advances a luxury expansion.

Dubai's Saya Brasserie will open its first U.S. café in Downtown San Diego, bringing pastries, cascading cakes and pink, photo-ready interiors to the Gaslamp.

CUCINA enoteca’s Del Mar outpost is closing after nearly 12 years amid rising lease costs and a wave of recent restaurant shutdowns in San Diego.

Cal Coast sued SDCCU after the San Diego credit union moved to terminate a planned $13.5B merger; both institutions say members’ services remain available while the dispute plays out.

Federal investigators say Alta Drywall underpaid 580 workers; a consent judgment requires $790,000 in back pay, liquidated damages and a civil penalty. The company denies the claims.

Jensen Meat Company has merged Before the Butcher and Cool Beans into Jensen Plant‑Based Brands in San Diego, pairing brand and co‑manufacturing capacity to scale plant‑based products.