Seattle Showdown: Costco’s $4.99 Rotisserie Chicken Faces Salmonella Suit
A Seattle federal suit says Costco's $4.99 rotisserie chicken is tied to repeated USDA Salmonella failures at a Nebraska plant; Costco disputes the claims and has asked a judge to toss the case.
Bay Area EV Underdog Lucid Grabs Billion-Dollar Lifeline And New Boss
Lucid named Silvio Napoli as CEO and secured roughly $750M from the PIF and Uber while pricing a $300M offering as it pushes midsize models and robotaxis. The company reaffirmed 2026 production guidance but flagged heavy losses.
Napa Wine Dynasty Bows Out as Chanel Grabs Last Rudd Estate
Chanel-backed St. Supéry has purchased Rudd Estate’s Oakville vineyards and Crossroads label; Samantha Rudd says Press Restaurant will continue operating. The purchase price was not disclosed.
Mountain View Heartflow Cries 'Technological Piracy' In AI Heart Tech War With NY Rival
Heartflow sued Cleerly in federal court, alleging theft of AI-powered heart‑imaging patents and staff. The suit could reshape competition in noninvasive cardiac diagnostics.
Intel Cuts Big Google Cloud Deal, Dives Headfirst Into Musk Chip Factory Gambit
Intel has inked a multiyear Google Cloud deal and joined Musk’s Terafab, betting on custom silicon and manufacturing to power the next phase of AI infrastructure.
California Carl's Jr. Giant Files For Chapter 11, Putting 65 Restaurants On The Line
A major Carl’s Jr. franchisee in California filed Chapter 11, putting about 65 restaurants into a court-supervised restructuring and raising questions about closures and leases.
Castro Nail Salon Pivots to New Location While Castro Coffee & Hair Salon Relocate
Weeks before the April 30 relocation deadline between Castro Coffee Company, Castro Nail Salon, and their landlord, it was extended another month until May 31.
Everlane Bails On Mission HQ, Heads South To Los Angeles
Everlane says it will consolidate operations in Los Angeles by August after a landlord filed an unlawful detainer against its Mission offices. The company says employees will be supported during the transition.












