San Jose's Post Street transforms into a pedestrian mall, with local businesses and city officials expecting positive impacts on community and commerce.

San Jose's Olivera Egg Ranch is closing after 76 years due to the owner's retirement and lack of a successor. The property will be redeveloped into homes.

Netflix has announced price increases for its subscription plans, with the Standard plan rising to $17.99 and the Premium to $24.99. This follows a surge in subscribers and successful original content and live sports streaming.

Silicon Valley startups captured over 50% of global VC funding in 2024, totaling $90 billion of the $178 billion invested, driven by its robust AI industry.

San Jose residents raised traffic and safety concerns over a new Costco proposed at Westgate West Shopping Center, awaiting a final city council decision.

Cisco and IBM are laying off hundreds in the Bay Area, targeting various locations, with the largest cuts at Cisco's San Jose headquarters. The companies are restructuring to focus on AI and cybersecurity.

Milan Capital Management bought The Plant, a retail center in San Jose, for $95 million, indicating strong investor confidence in revitalizing the property. The center spans 650,500 sq ft and is historically significant.

IKEA announces a new, smaller "Plan & Order Point with Pick-up" store in Colma, geared towards personalized consultations for home projects, with no immediate takeaway purchases.

San José's downtown welcomed six new small businesses on Post Street under the MOMENT pop-up retail program, aiming to revitalize the area with local and LGBTQIA+ owned creative shops.

Intel's stocks fell sharply after it released a weaker revenue forecast and aggressive cost-cutting plans, including job cuts and a suspended dividend, in response to financial challenges and market competition.

Chegg Inc. announces a restructuring plan reducing its global workforce by 23%, affecting 440 employees, as part of a strategic shift to focus on student-centric growth initiatives and operational streamlining.

Diaz Menswear in downtown San Jose is closing after nearly 40 years, as the owner, Alfredo Diaz Velazquez, opts for retirement instead of lease renewal.

Lucid Motors plans to lay off 6% of its workforce as part of cost-cutting measures. The layoffs will cost the company $21-$25 million in severance and related expenses.