Walmart’s army of bakery decorators take the cake when it comes to hourly store pay
The company says one out of four cakes sold in the U.S. comes from Walmart.
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Fans around the world queue up in long lines for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 launch
The Switch 2 is an its eight-year-old predecessor.
Part toy, part fashion, the arrival of the viral Labubu was a long time in the making
Labubu has been a bonanza for Pop Mart.
The Headquarters in downtown San Diego slated to be sold for $34.9 million
The Board of Port Commissioners is set to consider the proposed change in leasehold ownership...
Victoria’s Secret website is down in the US as the lingerie seller addresses a ‘security incident’
The company doesn’t have an estimate for when its site will be back up.
Costa Verde Center owner wants to turn shuttered strip mall into its own neighborhood
New owner is crafting a master plan for a mixed-use development with thousands of residential...
Big, new thrift shop promises 10,000 fresh items every day. It’s opening in San Diego.
Each of the stores puts out around 10,000 new items of merchandise daily. This will...
Malibu Barbie Cafe will pop up in San Diego in July
The bubble-gum pink, '70s-themed restaurant and skating rink will serve up selfies and an all-day...
Macy’s surprises in first quarter, but cuts profit outlook as tariff costs seep in
However, the New York retailer topped most performance expectations for the first three months of...
McDonald’s is closing its CosMc’s restaurants but plans to test drinks the chain ‘inspired’
McDonald’s opened one CosMc’s location near its headquarters in Chicago and seven in Texas.
Mission Valley’s Hazard Center is getting a new name, look and vibe
The property's new owner is rebranding the retail and office complex as The Landing at...
San Diego is getting a second Uniqlo store
The retailer also is hiring for several roles in San Diego, including part-time sales and...
Tariffs, inflation and leery customers are hitting retailers in different ways
Retailers are sorting out how to best operate in a trade war.
Target sales drop in 1st quarter and retailer warns they will slip for all of 2025
Target’s challenge to revive sales and its status as a cheap chic retailer just got...
Last one standing: From dozens of antique shops, Adams Avenue is down to one
Zac's Attic is the last shop of its kind on Adams Avenue's Antique Row. It...
Dick’s Sporting Goods to buy struggling shoe chain Foot Locker for $2.4 billion
Dick’s said it expects to run Foot Locker as a standalone unit.
Retail sales slow in April after a spending splurge as Americans sought to front-run tariffs
U.S. consumers spent slightly more at retail stores last month after ramping up their shopping...
A rare warning from Walmart during a US trade war: Higher prices are inevitable
Walmart’s said it must raise prices due to higher costs from tariffs.
American Eagle tumbles after pulling financial guidance for 2025
American Eagle said late Tuesday that it expects first-quarter revenue to slide 5%, or more...
State Farm gets California nod to hike homeowner policies 17%
Estimates by one watchdog group say homeowners will pay $468 more annually, while renters and...
What customers can expect as Rite Aid closes or sells all its drugstores
All locations will eventually close or be sold to a new owner.
Singer Jason Mraz partners on future of favorite Oceanside coffeehouse
The Grammy-winning songwriter's investment in Jitters will help fund a renovation and culinary reinvention
The Dish: Check out these five new restaurants and a themed dining week
New options are 6th & G, Sonny's pizzeria, Treehouse collective, Coomber Craft Wines and Carbonara's,...
Over 2 million Ninja-branded pressure cookers are recalled after reports of serious burn injuries
SharkNinja is recalling more than 2 million pressure cookers sold after consumers reported over 100...
Kohl’s ousts CEO Buchanan after investigation into some vendor transactions
The company said the firing is unrelated to its performance.
Starbucks’ new drive-thru in Texas is the coffee giant’s first 3D printed store in the US
Starbucks is one of the few big retailers tinkering with 3D printing for commercial construction.
Pastor calls for ‘full Target boycott’ over concerns about diversity, equity, inclusion
Rev. Jamal Bryant previously led a nationwide 40-day 'fast' against the retailer.
Secondhand stores are poised to benefit if US tariffs drive up new clothing costs
Popular resale platforms Rebag and Poshmark are preparing for more business.
The Dish: Check out these 4 new restaurant openings, one surprise closure, and 2 food festivals
Now open or coming soon: Little Victory Wine Bar, Culinary Dropout, Brisas and Caravan
429,000 portable chargers are under recall after some consumers report fires, minor burn injuries
Six minor burn injuries were reported involving the portable chargers.
New owner in the works for The Headquarters in downtown San Diego
LBX Investments is in the process of acquiring the leasehold for the landmark retail center...
China-founded e-commerce sites Temu and Shein say they’re raising prices due to tariffs
Both companies said they would be making “price adjustments” starting April 25.
America’s No. 1 ice cream maker, An’s Gelato, sticks to its funky formula for newest shop in O.B.
An's Electronics Repair will soft launch on Thursday with flavors like Walkman, Motherboard, No Signal...
Retail sales rise 1.4% in March as shoppers stock up on big ticket items ahead of tariffs
U.S. shoppers went on a spending spree on foreign-made new big ticket items before expansive...
Trump tariffs worry US shoppers who buy groceries at Asian supermarkets
Loyal customers of Asian supermarkets and other grocery stores that sell imported food wonder what...
Top local chef Andrew Bachelier and skate legend Tony Hawk partner on new North County restaurant
Chick & Hawk, a gourmet fried chicken sandwich eatery, is scheduled to open in June...
Believe it or not, there are some winners in the stock market this week
Some companies have managed to post gains for the week.
No more cheap skirts: Trump ends tax exemption for low-value Chinese imports
The tariff costs threaten the U.S. operations of companies like Shein and Temu.
How the Musk-Tesla backlash is opening doors for EV startups like Rivian
Former Tesla owners are on the hunt for their next EV, creating an opportunity for...
Trump tariff tumult has ripples for sporting goods, puts costly hockey gear in price-hike crosshair
Added cost from import tax will almost certainly trickle down to the consumer.
Lilo restaurant founders aim to serve ‘one of the best meals’ you’ve ever had
The team behind Michelin-starred Jeune et Jolie will unveil this immersive, 22-seat fine-dining restaurant in...
Local developer buys 10-acre, Miramar Road property zoned for housing
Pacifica Companies purchased the Miramar Landing shopping center and an adjacent office building for $30.6...
Dollar Tree sells Family Dollar to private equity firms after a decade of trying to find a fit
Dollar Tree is selling Family Dollar to a pair of private equity firms for $1...
Hey readers: A new bookstore called Hey Books! is opening in downtown San Diego
Downtown's newest bookstore Hey Books! hopes to be a bookstore for everyone
Costco expands weekday pump hours at its gas stations
Customers weary of long lines for cheaper gas can plot a trip after dinner to...
Check out these 7 new restaurants and where to get free pizza on Saturday
Crack Shack comes to Pacific Beach, Veranda and Nobu head to Coronado, Teddy's Treats opens...
PepsiCo buys prebiotic soda brand Poppi to gain a foothold in functional drinks
The brand took off in 2018 after an appearance on “Shark Tank.”
Americans increased spending tepidly last month as anxiety over the economy takes hold
Americans are shopping more cautiously concerned about the direction of the economy.
Walgreens agrees to be acquired by private equity firm for almost $10 billion
Walgreens Boots Alliance says it has agreed to be acquired by Sycamore Partners.
A 40-day Target boycott began this week. What to know about the protest and its potential impact
The boycott protests the discount retailer’s decision to end some of its DEI initiatives.
Toys are expected to cost more by fall due to new US tariffs on Chinese imports
The Toy Association notes that nearly 80% of the toys sold in the U.S. are...
The rise and fall of fashion pioneer Forever 21
At its peak, Forever 21 operated 800+ stores worldwide and earned billions in revenue.
Major retailers tamper expectations for 2025 as Americans slow their spending
Some retailers are beginning to take a more cautious approach as they keep a closer...
What to know about Trump’s tariffs and their impact on businesses and shoppers
Companies big and small will face higher costs on the goods they buy from other...
Kroger Chairman and CEO resigns following investigation into personal conduct
Kroger said his personal conduct was inconsistent with its business ethics policy.
Joann store liquidation: The latest on sales, gift cards, closing date
Gift cards will be honored through Feb. 28 in stores. Already the cards are not...
Fabric and craft retailer Joann to go out of business and close all of its stores, including 6 in San Diego County
The retailer said that the dates for store closures will be posted as soon as...
Starbucks lays off 1,100 corporate employees as coffee chain streamlines
Baristas in Starbucks' stores aren't impacted by the corporate layoffs.
Florida files suit against Target, claiming DEI initiatives ‘misled investors’
Florida’s AG alleges Target failed to disclose 'known risks' of initiatives.
Joann store liquidation sales: What to know
Liquidation sales began Saturday, Feb. 15, at the hundreds of Joann fabric and craft stores...
Campus at Horton in foreclosure
Developer Stockdale Capital Partners could lose the 10-acre property in the heart of downtown San...
Chocolate love has its price on Valentine’s Day as cocoa costs make hearts shudder, not flutter
The price of cocoa beans may turn the gift of love into a bigger financial...
Costa Verde Center near UTC sold for $124M
A London buyer with local ties has purchased the shuttered strip mall for a mixed-use...
Igloo recalls over a million coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputation injuries
Igloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the U.S., Mexico...
Joann moves to close 500 of its stores across the U.S. amid bankruptcy, including 4 in San Diego County
That's more than half of its current nationwide footprint.
San Diego café among America’s top-rated independent coffee shops
Founded more than 30 years ago near the Pacific Beach boardwalk, this family-owned café best...
More than 100 Billabong, Quiksilver, Volcom retail shops closing in US
Doors at the retail shops will be shut in about 10 weeks following Liberated Brands...
US Postal Service flip-flops on Hong Kong-China packages, lifting a ban imposed a day earlier
The USPS is reversing course a day after placing a ban on all inbound mail...
Fast fashion, laptops and toys are likely to cost more due to US tariffs on Chinese imports
An additional 10% tariff on all Chinese goods is likely drive up prices for some...
Estee Lauder to cut up to 7,000 jobs as sales slide
Estee Lauder may trim more than 11% of its workforce.
Winging it for the Super Bowl? Broccoli might be a cheaper party snack this year
Here's how much you'll pay for Super Bowl party staples this year.
Unpaid bills, a dead deal and a looming due date. It’s crunch time for the Campus at Horton
Developer Stockdale Capital Partners insists that 2025 will mark a visible turning point for the...
NAMM Show, the world’s largest music trade event, rebounds and expands in Anaheim in 2025
Hailed as the global super bowl of annual music trade events, the NAMM Show draws...
Is San Diego’s BoujieMana the best restaurant you’ve never heard of?
Quietly tucked away in a Serra Mesa office building, the Mediterranean eatery was named America's...
‘It only takes one.’ Flush with cash, IQHQ bullish on life science hub on San Diego Bay
Life science real estate developer IQHQ ended 2024 with $900 million more in the bank...
Sneak a peek into soon-to-open cannabis lounge, first in San Diego County
Sessions by the Bay, a dispensary and lounge based in National City, will offer spaces...
Macy’s and Kohl’s store closures in San Diego County
Retailers announce locations of stores that will shut down.
Bonsall woman who led nationwide cosmetics theft ring sentenced to prison
Michelle Mack, 54, was also ordered to pay $3 million in restitution to Ulta and...
San Diego’s Michelin three-star restaurant Addison has a new name, and here’s why
William Bradley, the chef-director who has guided the restaurant since its 2006 opening, has put...
San Diego’s 50 most anticipated new restaurants of 2025
From Oceanside to Chula Vista, new fine dining, casual, drive-through and walk-up restaurants are arriving...
Why Mark Wahlberg picked this local spot for his flagship clothing store
The actor's Municipal brand recently opened its headquarters in San Diego County.
Nordstrom to be acquired by Nordstrom family and a Mexican retail group in $6.25 billion deal
Following the close of the transaction, the Nordstrom family will have a majority ownership stake...
Need a cuddle? Check out America’s first CuppaPug café in Escondido
For a fee, visitors can spend an hour playing with, snuggling and sharing snacks with...
Party City immediately closing all stores after 38 years in business
The chain has 10 stores in San Diego County, according to its website.
Big Lots conducts going-out-of-business sales after sale of company falls through
The Ohio-based retailer sells furniture, home decor and other items.
Amazon workers are striking at multiple delivery hubs. Here’s what you should know
Will my packages be delayed? Here's what you need to know
Bringing joy to the world, one chocolate bonbon at a time
"People are just happy when they come into a chocolate shop," says Iris Meyers, owner...
Amazon workers strike at multiple facilities as Teamsters seek labor contract
Amazon says it doesn’t expect an impact on its operations
San Diegans find local flavor on Small Business Saturday
“For us, it’s like we’re fighting all the time to make sure we’re gonna make...
Brewery Rowe: Is San Diego’s beer industry circling the drain? Nope.
Despite several recent brewery closures, there are still 137 breweries and the region's beers continue...
Tijuana to offer ‘fast lane’ border es to U.S. shoppers during its version of Black Friday
El Buen Fin, or The Good Weekend, runs Friday through Monday in Mexico, and U.S....
American Freight closing, shuts all 15 California furniture stores
Liquidator Hilco Consumer-Retail announced the shuttering of 328 locations nationwide and the start of store-closing...
Newest Aldi in San Diego announces opening date
Ikea honors veterans. Another Aldi opening soon in San Diego. Paper Source grand opening in...
5 things to know about San Diego’s first Uniqlo store
Japanese retailer Uniqlo opened in Westfield UTC on Friday
Are digital-only grocery coupons fair to seniors?
San Diego may soon require grocery stores to extend digital-only discounts to all customers to...
Albertsons ordered to pay $4 million for overcharging California shoppers
Riverside District Attorney's Office found faulty scales and scanners that regularly overcharged for food.
It’s not over yet. More deals for National Taco Day in San Diego on Friday
This year's taco day is extra magical, because the promotions are happening twice. One round...
Will Disneyland raise ticket prices in October?
Based on recent history, a Disneyland ticket price increase could happen in mid-October.
Why San Diego’s Petco stopped selling rabbits
It was not selling rabbits on a wide scale but it announced the shift away...
This taco shop and record store both opened in 1984. While many businesses have come and gone, these held on.
Both Nickelodeon Records and Lolita's Mexican Food are turning 40. Here's how they've lasted so...