Forbes 400: California Dominates List of Billionaires

The 2015 list has just been released. Silicon Valley Tech Titans populate the top, but other industries created super wealth.

Latest Facebook Privacy Hoaxes Aren't True -- Or New

Don’t fall for either of these.

Whole Foods Slashing 1,500 Jobs While Opening New Stores

The company says it will use the savings to lower prices and enhance technology in existing stores.

Hundreds of Seasonal and Part-Time Jobs Listed in California

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the most recent career opportunities.

'The Force' and Disney Magic are About to Collide

Disneyland will celebrate the new Star Wars film, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” beginning in November.

Bay Area Consumer Prices On the Rise

It costs less to gas-up your car, and more to heat your home. A steep rise in housing prices also contributed to the increase.

Uber Loses Arbitration Bid, Must Fight Drivers in Court

A San Francisco judge ruled the ride-sharing company's contract with drivers contradicts itself making its arbitration clause unenforceable.

Which California Cities Have Fared Best and Worst Since the Recession?

One Southern California city has fared worse than every other major city in the nation while a Northern California city is thriving.

Hundreds of New Jobs Listings in California Over the Past Week

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UPS Hiring Nearly 100,000 Workers For Holidays: Here's Where

Find thousands of jobs posted daily.

AT&T Offers $250K Reward For Arrest of Fiber Optic Cable Vandals

The FBI is also seeking information on the case. This sort of vandalism has not been seen in the rest of the country.

Job Openings Hit Record High: Here Are Thousands Of Them

California job-seekers rejoice. Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings.

AAA Releases Forecast of Autumn Gas Prices

Gas prices have dropped over the past month.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Force Friday: New Star Wars Toys Debut

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' debuts in December, but merchandise for the film goes on sale Sept. 4. Will you be standing in line?

Uber Faces Class Action Lawsuit From Drivers

The lawsuit will establish whether the drivers are independent contractors or employees.

Wings Of Two Planes Collide At Oakland Airport

Both planes are in the shop after clipping wings.

PG&E Warns Customers of Scams

They come at you by phone and email-- fraudsters trying to separate you from your hard-earned money. Even non-customers are targeted.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Donate $2 At Habit To Childhood Hunger Fund And Get Free Burger Coupon

The campaign by the chain and "No Kid Hungry," runs through Sept. 30. Several East Bay locales from which to choose!

For Pleasant Hill Residents: Upcoming Small Business Workshop ...

Do you own a business or are you thinking about starting one? This could be helpful ...

Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon Recall: Early Spoilage Possible

More than 2 million pounds may have inaccurate "Best When Used By" dates.

We Were Misled By the Gecko? Say It Ain't So!

Geico agrees to pay $6 million to settle alleged misleading business practices in California.

For Busy Pleasant Hill Parents: 'Back-To-School Family Pack' Special At Local Restaurant

$5 from every "pack" ordered from Yalla Mediterranean will go to the Monument Crisis Center in Contra Costa County.

Napa Valley Wine Train To Booted East Bay Book Club: 'We Were 100% Wrong'

The 11 mostly black women, including an 85-year-old grandma, were escorted off and met by police for -- they said -- laughing too loudly.

California May Bear Brunt of Chinese Market Crash

Because California is part of the Pacific Rim, one economic expert thinks Monday's crash may be felt here more than any other states.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

PG&E Unveils New $40 Million Electricity Distribution Center In East Bay

The high-tech facility will improve response time and coordination for outages and repairs, officials said.

Target Reaches $67 Million Settlement With Visa Over Data Breach

The massive data breach affected 40 million card users.

Walgreens Settles Consumer Lawsuit Over Prescription Consultations

In California, pharmacists are required to personally discuss new drugs or dosages with customers.

Oakland Airport OKs Uber Drop-Offs and Pick-Ups

It is a trial program, but this should please Uber fans.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Shop And Raise Money For Contra Costa Co. School Of Your Choice

Turn in your Sunvalley Shopping Center receipts through Aug. 31. Promotion applies to public and private schools.

Target Stores Removing Gender-Based Signs From Stores

"Boys" and "girls" signs and color indicators will be phased out in some departments, including the toy section.

Thousands Of New Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.

Should All Companies Offer Longer Paid Leave for New Parents?

Los Gatos-based Netflix set off a nationwide conversation Tuesday when it announced generous paid leave for new moms and dads.

East Bay Refinery To Pay $4 Million For Air-Pollution Violations

Bay Area Air Quality Management District said it documented for 7 years the illegal and dangerous practices at Tesoro.

Choking Hazard Prompts Recall Of Kraft Cheese Singles

The plastic could stick to the cheese slice and cause choking.

Thousands Of Job Openings Posted In California Over The Past Week

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Veteran Senior Care Executive to Lead Carlton Senior Living

David Coluzzi, a senior care executive with more than 26 years of industry experience, has joined Carlton Senior Living as president.