San Francisco man leads bike rides while also supporting small businesses

Now, there are three rides a week, and some have had more than 100 riders show up.  Anyone can participate, and the meet-ups are posted on Instagram. 

Residents in Avery Ranch neighborhood battling utility bills

The water bill Watson got for July was $177. Last year it was much less; only $30. That lower amount came at the time when there were more people living here.

Reduced water rates to continue for vulnerable Austin Water customers

City of Austin’s Customer Assistance Program (CAP), a program that allows for a 10 percent reduction in water and wastewater rates for Austin's most vulnerable low-income customers, will continue through the 2021 fiscal year. 

How do small personal loans work?

Do your homework if you want to take out a personal loan to cover your emergency expenses.

4 things you can do to save money within just minutes

Looking for a few ways to save big bucks quickly? Check out these tips that can save you money in an hour or less.

Hot dog vendors cooking up controversy in San Francisco

Merchants at Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf say the unlicensed food carts are stealing their business and they're alleging that those carts are also a health hazard.

Tesla breaks ground on new gigafactory near Del Valle

The giant construction site in Travis County holds more than just dirt. For some, it's a pathway to the future.

Democrats, White House remain at odds as talks on COVID-19 relief stall

The White House’s top negotiator is trying to revive stalled talks over coronavirus aid. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin reached out to the Democratic leaders Wednesday.

US cybersecurity agency warns of fake COVID-19 Small Business Administration loan website

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) said an email that directs people to a fake SBA COVID-19 loan website has been stealing people’s information.

Uber may shut down for months in California, CEO warns

Uber's CEO said the ride-hailing company could cut service in California if a rule takes effect that grants drivers the status and benefits of employees.

Discount department store Stein Mart files for bankruptcy, may close all 281 stores

Discount department store Stein Mart revealed Wednesday that it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, saying it plans to close a "significant portion, if not all" of its 281 stores nationwide.

Companies test antibody drugs to help treat and prevent coronavirus ahead of a vaccine

It can take a month or two after vaccination or infection for the most effective antibodies to form. The experimental drugs shortcut that process by giving concentrated versions of specific ones that worked best against the coronavirus in lab and animal tests.