After 114 years, iconic Santa Cruz dry cleaner Classic Vapor falls victim to remote work culture
A 114-year-old family-run Santa Cruz dry cleaner closed and filed bankruptcy after pandemic-driven shifts to remote work and casual attire devastated business.
Highland Park Neighborhood Grocer Carla's Fresh Market Suddenly Shutters After Less Than Two Years
Carla's Fresh Market in Highland Park closed after less than two years due to economic downturns, film industry slump, large space costs, and landlord instability.
The perfect storm that upended Japantown business owners' dreams
Ambitious expansion debts forced closure of two Japantown businesses; owner seeks to save two remaining venues and his home with community fundraising support.