December 9, 2008 5:24 pm Bay Area Economy Check Dec. 9 Edition Economists and experts across the country are warning that while the Bay Area is not struggling as much as the rest of the country the future is not bright. US & World Videos 2:34 In the news: Holiday events guide, rain returns, after school program in East San Jose gives back 1:54 In the news: Santa Cruz Wharf collapse, dangerous high surf warnings, one-on-one with SF's new mayor 2:19 Gift card warning to keep in mind this holiday season 1:21 Watch: New HSBC program helps with the American dream 1:41 In the news: SF police shooting, series of storms, free holiday movies at Orinda Theatre