CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: President Donald Trump's latest investment is in a Golden State-based restaurant chain, Disneyland is introducing a major change to ticketing and San Francisco may create the nation's first municipal bank.
Additionally, it's boarded-up and fire damaged, but this Southern California house still sold for over $1 million.
But before getting to the biggest business stories in the Golden State, here are some of the best consumer deals of the week:
Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:
Major CA Fast Food Chain Closures Loom, Bankruptcy Filing Shows
Bankruptcy filings from the state's largest franchisee named 10 locations that may close.
Hawaiian Barbecue Chain Marks CA Milestone With New Carlsbad Location
"Reaching 100 locations in California is a proud moment for our brand but it also carries special meaning."
Popular Japanese Restaurant In Berkeley To Close
The restaurant will close in June, its management announced online.
New Danville Restaurant From Michelin-Starred Chef Blends Lebanese Food, Beer Garden
Danville native Monique Moufarrej, a fine dining veteran whose parents own Incontro, opened Albi’s on Hartz Avenue.
New In-N-Out Burger Coming To Orange County
The new In-N-Out comes amid broader changes for the Southern California-based company.
Longstanding OC Family Restaurant Opens New South OC Location
After nearly four decades of operation, Zov's has opened its newest location in San Clemente.
Luxury Grocer To Open Doors In Costa Mesa
A trendy Los Angeles-based grocery store is opening its doors at the former T-Shirts Warehouse in Costa Mesa.
Old Town Temecula Is Getting Its 'Ducks In A Row' From Regan Schneider
Still shy of her 30th birthday, Schneider has successfully operated several Temecula businesses and is readying to open this one.
Popular Veggie Chips Contaminated With Toxic Metal May Cause Serious Illness: CA Officials
Health officials are warning consumers to avoid a popular brand of vegetable-based chips that are contaminated with a toxic metal.
From Chatbots To Police Reports: 6 New California AI Laws To Know
California already regulates deepfakes, chatbots and AI-generated content. Now, Newsom is targeting AI’s economic impact.
KNX Ends FM Broadcast, New LA Sports Station Launches In Its Place
Here's what you need to know about the FM-dial shakeup taking place in the Southland this week.
New Opposition To Proposed SDG&E Powerlink Transmission Line From Tourism, Wineries
Temecula Valley Wine Country and the $1B tourism industry explain how the Golden Pacific Powerlink could devastate tourism and agriculture.
$4,500 In Golf Balls Stolen Stolen From Target Stores In San Jose: Police
A search of the suspect's home turned up nearly $8,000 worth of golf balls still in their packaging, authorities said.
Internet and Home-Based Business Workshop Planned In Banning
This workshop offers direct guidance on rules that may affect local entrepreneurs in Banning, Beaumont and nearby communities.
Public Information Meeting Scheduled For Massive 'Oasis At Indio' Development Plan
The project includes 3,240 multi-family residential units, 20,000 square feet of commercial, and 1.8 million square feet of industrial.
Seasoning Blend Recalled Due Possible Salmonella Contamination From CA Dairy
The affected products were sold nationwide at Walmart stores and on the manufacturer's website.
California Community Colleges Crack Down On Fake Students Stealing Financial Aid
After a spike in fraudulent applications, officials say they are getting better at detecting and preventing fraud, though it still happens.
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