Economy
Phillips 66 quietly explores redevelopment of LA refinery complex
Energy giant Phillips 66 has hired two development powerhouses to envision what could be built on Los Angeles land in once its oil refinery is closed.
Bay Area job gains in September produce nearly half of state’s growth
The Bay Area produced several thousand jobs during September.
Wealthier Americans are driving retail spending and powering US economy
Wealthier consumers, boosted by strong gains in income, home equity and stock market wealth, have increasingly driven American spending.
Family-owned Mexican market eyes San Jose site near big retail hubs
A family-run Mexican market intends to open a store in San Jose at the site of a 99 Cents Only outlet.
Phillips 66 closing California refinery; more than 600 jobs at stake
The refinery includes a crude-oil processing facility that operates on 235 acres in Carson and a separate 424-acre facility in Wilmington where the processed oil is finalized into “finished products.”
Harris vs. Trump competition tests California’s image among swing state voters
Former President Donald Trump is hoping that bashing California for its sins will help him win swing state voters who hold dark thoughts about this state.
PG&E bills could hop higher in 2026 due to plans tied to nuclear plant
PGE monthly electricity bills might hop higher due to the long-term plans to keep the Diablo Canyon nuclear plan operating.