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.

Allbirds is closing its full-price US stores by February 2026, focusing on e-commerce and wholesale, as part of a cost-cutting strategy that reflects broader industry shifts.

A federal suit says the Giants hid mandatory convenience and order fees in online ticket checkouts, turning cheap headline prices into much higher totals. The complaint seeks restitution for affected buyers.

Amazon will eliminate about 16,000 corporate roles and give most U.S. staff 90 days to seek internal positions. The cuts follow October layoffs and could touch Bay Area teams.

A multiyear renewal keeps the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco for three more years, giving downtown hotels and retailers planning certainty.

Double Black SF will open inside Yardsale's 3,450-square-foot Cole Valley flagship at 925 Cole St this spring, pairing specialty coffee with alpine-inspired gear.

Wikipedia turned 25 years old, celebrating with a video series on editors, while discussions on its San Francisco page showcase the site’s commitment to neutrality and sourcing.

NVIDIA bought $2B of CoreWeave stock to speed a 5+GW AI data‑center buildout and lock in early access to Vera CPUs and storage systems.

Patagonia sues drag queen Pattie Gonia for trademark infringement, alleging her use of a similar name and logo confuses the public and poses a threat to their brand identity and activism.

The Cadillac Bar & Grill in San Francisco has closed due to Mid-Market challenges and the impact of COVID-19, ending its decades-long run as a vibrant local dining spot.

Palo Alto's Retail Committee debated easing ground‑floor rules to make it easier for bars, cat cafés, med‑spas and larger gyms to open downtown and on Cal Ave.

Arista Winery, a Russian River favorite, will stop producing wine after its 2024 vintage. The family sold the Westside Road estate in 2025 and is releasing the last bottles while supplies last.

Upscale AI raised $200M and now positions itself against Cisco and Broadcom with open-standard AI networking silicon and systems.