A tiny insect called beet leafhopper has brought beet curly top virus to San Joaquin County, endangering its tomato crop, prompting a state of emergency and allowing neonicotinoids' use.
Curly top disease has plagued San Joaquin Valley crops since the early 20th century, but recent outbreaks in Northern California in 2021 and 2022, linked to extreme weather, led to the emergency declaration.
Popular Old Oakland bar Binny's is closing after three years, with new owner Yafet Tekeste planning to open a cocktail bar named Aura. A closing party will be held on August 10.
San Francisco's Craftsman and Wolves bakery is expanding to Mountain View with a third location, offering unique pastries like muffins with soft-boiled eggs and croissants filled with mortadella and havarti.
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