Daily Business Report: July 24, 2026
New UCSD study shows exponential rise in e-bike collisions in California
by Nicole Abrams | Times of San Diego
E-bike collisions have increased exponentially in California, according to a new study from UC San Diego.
Reported e-bike collisions increased from two in 2018 to 1,506 in 2024, according to the study. A larger proportion of injured riders were 14 years old and younger, the study says.
The study also shows that moderate to severe injuries were more common among e-bike riders than traditional bicyclists.
Major shake up at grocery store giant that dominates California — and it’ll impact every shopper
by Ross O’Keefe | California Post
A famous California grocery store is putting in transformative changes — and it’ll impact every shopper in the Golden State.
Albertsons CEO Susan Morris said in a Thursday morning earnings call that the grocery chain intends to accelerate investments aimed at lowering prices in hopes that traffic, amount of product sold and loyalty to the chain will be boosted.
Morris also believes the chain’s reorganization that consolidates 11 divisions into four regions will help them in their plans to “sharpen accountability and strengthen execution in the areas that matter most to our customers: fresh service, store standards, local merchandising and community connection.”
Andaz San Diego Continues Local Arts Initiative with New Daniel Ketelhut Exhibition
by Hyatt San Diego
San Diego’s arts community has faced an uncertain year. Recent proposed budget cuts threatened to significantly reduce funding for local arts and culture programs, underscoring just how vital community-driven support for the arts has become. In moments like these, partnerships that create space for artists to share their work are more than cultural amenities – they are meaningful investments in the city’s creative fabric.
That commitment continues at Andaz San Diego, which is welcoming local artist Daniel Ketelhut as its newest featured artist through its ongoing partnership with Sparks Gallery. Following its recent showcase of Alexander Arshansky’s work, the hotel remains dedicated to amplifying San Diego’s creative voices and making art more accessible to both visitors and the local community.
A San Diego-based painter, Ketelhut creates abstract works inspired by nature, imagination and the ever-changing nature of life itself. His colorful, organic compositions invite viewers to slow down and engage with each piece on their own terms, revealing new details and interpretations with every encounter. Approachable and immersive, his work offers something for seasoned collectors and first-time gallery-goers alike.
Ketelhut’s exhibition is part of Andaz San Diego’s broader commitment to supporting the local arts ecosystem through initiatives including its collaboration with Sparks Gallery, artist meet-and-greet experiences like An Evening with an Artist and partnerships such as the San Diego Museum of Art’s Art Alive Preview Weekend.
By creating opportunities for artists to exhibit their work and connect with audiences, Andaz San Diego is helping ensure San Diego’s cultural landscape continues to thrive. Daniel Ketelhut’s work will be on display throughout the coming months, culminating with An Evening with an Artist in early September.
