Google Tests Service to Rival Yelp, Angie’s List

Bloomberg: Google is testing a new feature in the San Francisco area that lets local businesses promote their services in a special box at the top of some search results. Services include locksmiths, plumbers, home cleaners and repair specialists. Using the web to find local services isn’t new, with Amazon recently moving into the market to compete against providers such as Yelp and Angie’s List.