Flower seller in S.F. Union Square looks for Mother's Day business bounce
Business at Union Square Flowers in San Francisco has fallen of with the decrease in foot traffic but its owner remained hopeful as Mother's Day approached.
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Business at Union Square Flowers in San Francisco has fallen of with the decrease in foot traffic but its owner remained hopeful as Mother's Day approached.
Business at Union Square Flowers in San Francisco has fallen of with the decrease in foot traffic but its owner remained hopeful as Mother's Day approached. Jose Martinez reports. (5-13-23)
The news of Australia furniture retailer Coco Republic leaving San Francisco's shopping hub means more worries for small businesses in Union Square. Wilson Walker reports. (5-11-23)
The Golden State Warriors are getting attention for their work off the court. The Franchise Fund program has helped dozens of minority-owned small businesses access training and certification, which ultimately lead to more networking opportunities.
As Nordstrom becomes the latest corporation to pull up stakes in downtown San Francisco to search for greener pastures, small businesses trying to survive often don't have that luxury. Jose Martinez reports on one such business.
The town of Danville has a new grant program that allows businesses to receive up to $3,000 for facade improvements, marketing efforts, promotion, payment systems, and "other purchases to enhance economic vitality of small businesses."
There are only a few video rental stores left in the Bay Area and now one of them is about to close. Lezla Gooden reports from Oakland. (4-28-23)
The doors will soon be closing for one of the last brick-and-mortar video rental stores in Oakland.
Democrats in the California Senate say they want to raise taxes on big businesses so they can cut taxes for small businesses.
With a growing number of vacant storefronts in downtown San Francisco, the City's Office of Economic and Workforce Development and non-profit SF New Deal have launched a new initiative called "Vacant to Vibrant," with a hope of re-energizing the neighborhood with pop-up experiences.
Some Oakland landlords say they have been financially ruined by tenants who have gone years without making a rent payment. Betty Yu reports. (4-17-23)
Newly approved regulations mean new solar energy installations in California will take longer to pencil out for homeowners. Devin Fehely reports. (4-16-23)
Noemi Perez saw a 50 percent falloff in customers to her Mexican deli near city hall in Oakland when the pandemic hit. Now she's hoping the return to in-office work will lead to a permanent rebound in business. Jose Martinez reports. (4-5-23)
Businesses near Oakland's City Hall are still recovering from the pandemic shutdowns, with some owners trying to stay optimistic as they see more activity downtown.
While the winter storms are behind us, the cleanup and recovery process for many small businesses along the Central Coast is far from over. Kelsi Thorud reports from Capitola. (4-2-23)
People usually go to a bakery in the Mission District for delicious treats, but one particular spot is also a place that many people call a safe haven.
One Oakland business owner was dropped by their insurance provider following multiple break-ins and others are afraid to file claims. Da Lin reports. (3-31-23)
A popular live music venue in the East Bay decided to call it quits, but on Saturday, the owners learned the Elbo Room will live on after all.
Some East Bay businesses are still recovering from this past Tuesday's destructive storm.
The latest winter storm knocked out power to thousands of customers in the Bay Area and Da Lin spoke to Berkeley business owners who lost a lot of money. (3-25-23)
Drinking establishments in the city by the bay were especially busy Friday.
The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money.
The Bay Area prayed for rain and the prayer was answered but, for those working San Francisco's tourist trade, the blessing was more of a curse. John Ramos reports. (3-11-23)
Many small used car dealerships have struggled to stay in business while they wait for the market to stabilize, including one East Bay family that is feeling the impact.
Restaurants in San Francisco's Chinatown saw constant lines Saturday night, especially before and after the grand parade.
