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Mars winds down the 90-year-old site after its 2025 Kellanova acquisition; 112 workers affected
Why it matters: 112 workers lose jobs as Mars closes the San Jose plant that invented the frozen waffle, ending a 90-year production run.
California ABC marks type 47 license active for SoFA Market venue
Why it matters: A new cocktail bar in SoFA Market adds to downtown San Jose's thin nightlife options and tests whether the creative district can draw evening crowds.
One permitting hurdle cleared at 2550 Berryessa Rd; the store is not yet open and no opening date has been announced.
Why it matters: The opening would add a sit-down pizza option to Berryessa, a San Jose neighborhood adding housing and transit riders since its 2020 BART station.
Fourth workforce reduction since 2023 targets senior roles at headquarters
Why it matters: Profitable payments giants are shrinking payroll to fund AI: PayPal shed 7,100 jobs since 2021, and this round targets senior roles at headquarters.