Should Calif. Workers Get $13 Minimum Wage?

Legislation introduced in Sacramento would substantially increase paychecks.

Check Out These 6 IRS Tips for Year-End Gifts to Charity

Here are some important things to remember if you want to claim a tax deduction for any charitable gifts.

Girl Scout Cookies Now Available Online

The Girl Scouts of America today announced the creation of the Digital Cookie platform for online cookie sales.

And The Top Toys for 2014 Are... (Hint: It's Cold Up There)

Wondering what to get this year for the little ones? Here are a few ideas.

Search for Low Gas Prices Near San Mateo

Traveling for Thanksgiving? Use our mapquest gas-price tool to find the lowest price wherever you are.

Shopping Online This Holiday Season? You May Owe Calif. Use Taxes

Online shopping could spur funding for the state's vital public services, according to the California State Board of Equalization

Best Black Friday Deals: Stores Ranked on Discounts

Rankings are also broken down by categories, such as toys and computers.

Black Friday 2014: Kohl's Ad

Christmas pajamas, deals on televisions, computers, toys and more—it’s all on sale

Black Friday 2014: Best Buy Ad

How about a Samsung Galaxy S5 for a buck? Amazing deals on televisions, tablets, DVDs and more.

Black Friday 2014 is Underway at Amazon

Back Friday came a week early, with new deals revealed each day.

'Fingertip Amputations' Behind Huge Recall of Graco Stollers

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said so far there have been 11 reports of finger injuries from the 11 models of strollers.

2014's 10 Worst Toys List is Out

World Against Toys Causing Harm reveals its nominees for toys that should not be in the hands of children this holiday season.

Black Friday 2014: JCPenney Ad

Call it Penneys, Penney’s or JCPenneys—this store has come up with a 72 page Black Friday circular.

Black Friday 2014: Lowes Ad

What a tease—Lowes is revealing one new Black Friday item each day! Watch its clever, animated bit for each product.

Candles Sold at Hobby Lobby Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

One injury and nine reports of property damage have been reported.

Hillsdale Shopping Center Tree Lighting Ceremony: Friday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 pm

The annual tree lighting ceremony kicks off the season with merry entertainment, crafts and festive fun for the entire family.

Black Friday 2014: Walmart Ad

Walmart gives you 3 shots at doorbusters this year.

'Tis The Season to be Vigilant When Signing up For Health Care

Never let in someone who knocks on your door to speak with you about Medicare coverage.

SuperShuttle Driver Protest Higher Fees Compared to Other Transportation

The state has expensive requirements for SuperShuttle that Uber, Lyft and even cab companies don't have to meet.

Black Friday 2014: Target Ad

Beats by Dre for $97 and a GoPro HERO3+ with a $50 gift card for $249.99.

If Your Child Got One of These in a Happy Meal, Be Sure to Toss or Return It

McDonald's is recalling 2.3 million Hello Kitty whistles because of a choking hazard.

Saudi Arabia Lowers Price of Crude Oil Further Dropping NorCal Gas Prices

The national average price of gasoline has dropped for 46 days in a row, the longest consecutive decline since 2008, according to AAA.

Who is Offering Free Meals and Deals on Veterans Day Near San Mateo?

Across the country, businesses offer free or discounted meals and services to retired and active U.S. military personnel.

Dozens of Illnesses Reported After People Eat at Redwood Shores Hotel

A total of 40 people are sick after eating at the hotel, county officials report.

Friday's BART Ridership Ranks 3rd of All Time Thanks to Giants Parade

BART officials said the agency served 511,641 trips on Friday, short of the highest ridership day exactly two years earlier.

SFO Expanding Its Service To China

The new service starts Dec. 16, airport officials said.

Silicon Valley's HIREvent

Free job fair in Santa Clara

Evenflo Expands Harness Buckle Recall

The defect can cause the harness buckles on these seats to become difficult or impossible to unlatch.

Kaiser Permanente earns top "star" ratings for care and quality

Respected health agencies award Kaiser Permanente highest possible ratings

You'll Soon Be Able to Take Uber, Lyft to SFO

That's in addition to Sidecar.

San Mateo County Has Second Lowest Unemployment Rate in Bay Area, Data Shows

Marin’s unemployed made up only 3.9 percent of its workforce of 145,800 people in September.

No Strike! Golden Gate Transit Buses to Run as Normal Friday

A tentative agreement has been reached between labor unions and Golden Gate transit officials.

New Michaels Store Opening in San Mateo This Month

The grand opening festivities will include prize giveaways, craft demos and kids crafts.

CPUC Commissioner Recuses Himself From PG&E Hearings, San Bruno Calls For Resignation

Mike Florio is the second of the five-member commission to recuse himself from such proceedings.

Sidecar Beats Out Uber, Lyft to Become First Ride-Sharing App to (Legally) Operate at SFO

It's also the first for any California airport.

AAA: Bay Area Gas Prices Decreasing

Officials say we can credit lower demand, and greater supply.

The Best Dance Studio on the Peninsula is moving to San Mateo! NOVEMBER 1, 2014

Small Fry Dance Club and Principal Creative & Performing Arts are moving from Foster City to San Mateo. Find out more...

Marshall E. Lewis Joins Boston Private Bank as Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Lending

Boston Private Bank & Trust Company hires Marshall E. Lewis as Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Lending.

Color-Coded Food Safety Placard Program Coming to San Mateo Restaurants

Color-coded food inspection placarding begins January 2016 throughout San Mateo County.

Kaiser Permanente Leads the Nation in 21 Health Plan Quality Measures

Kaiser Permanente highest rated for breast cancer screening, controlling high blood pressure, 19 others