CA's Top Fast Food Chain | Dolly Parton's Home Listed | Fastest-Shrinking Suburb: CA Business News

This week in California business news: A California-based fast food chain has topped a national ranking — and it's not In-N-Out, some of the state's wealthiest people are giving away money amid the looming threat of the "billionaire tax," and organizers for the 2028 Olympics are already looking for volunteers.

Additionally, one suburb is shrinking faster than any other city in the state.

But before getting to the biggest business stories in the Golden State, here are some of the best consumer deals of the week:

• Discount grocer ALDI is launching "ALDI Blind Boxes" from June 22–25. Each day, shoppers can claim a limited-edition box filled with a surprise assortment of free ALDI products. Themes include snack, protein, fiber and mystery boxes. More info here.
• Shake Shack is offering a free chicken sandwich with any $10 purchase every Sunday through the end of June — that means Sunday is your last chance to cash in. More details here.

Freebies, Deals And Steals

Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:

• Hollywood Diversity Gains Reverse As Streaming Opportunities Shrink, UCLA Report Finds
• LA28 Is Looking For 60K Olympics Volunteers: How To Apply
• This CA Suburb Is Shrinking Faster Than Any Other City In The State: Report
• Dolly Parton's Secret CA Getaway Is For Sale — And It Comes With A Windmill
• CA's Ultra-Wealthy Are Giving Money Away As Threat Of Billionaire Tax Looms
• This CA-Based Fast Food Chain Is By Far The Highest Rated In National Survey (It's Not In-N-Out)
• Backyard Cookout Costs Rise: What CA Hosts Can Expect
• Fraudsters Have Been Increasingly Targeting Older Americans With Elaborate Schemes: IRS

More Restaurant News

South Orange County Donut Shop Shuts Doors: How To Help

Sunny Side Up Donut Shop in Laguna Niguel shut its doors after six years in the business, owners said.

French Laundry Workers File New Labor Complaints Against Celebrated Restaurant: Report

Additional workers allege labor law violations at Thomas Keller's renowned Napa Valley restaurant

A Famed East Bay Vegan Restaurant Returns Weeks After Closing

The restaurant is now offering a three-course or five-course prix fixe dinner.

Sonoma Winery Seeks Approval To Expand Footprint, Visitors, Parking

Donum Estate proposes new tasting barns, offices, food service, and more parking.

More Retail News

SF Supervisor Proposes Ballot Measure Fighting Food Deserts, 'Zombie Stores'

"No San Franciscan should be forced to choose between long walks, expensive rides, or going without basic necessities," the supervisor said.

Costco Gas Station Approved By City Council In Novato After Appeal

The vote cleared the long-debated fuel project as supporters cited lower prices while opponents raised health and climate concerns.

Rare Book Collector, Healdsburg Book Shop Owner, Faces Losing Lifetime Collection

A bookstore eviction puts a lifetime collection on the market including titles collected in Healdsburg.

Danville Lucky Supermarkets Closing

The Sycamore Square grocery store is the second Lucky location to close in the Tri-Valley in less than three years.

Sonoma County's Largest Indie Grocery Store Is Expanding, Again

Oliver's is poised to open a fifth store, this time within 5 miles of two other locations.

More Business News

Woman Choked, Others Assaulted In Random Attack At SoCal Target

The suspect is accused of attempted murder and other felony charges.

Residents Challenge Data Center Expansion Plan In Contra Costa County

A major data center project has ignited criticism and raised concerns about energy use, water demand, and environmental consequences.

D Line Expansion Drives Rail Ridership In LA County, Metro Says

Metro ridership increased by 9.5% in May, according to transit officials.

Dublin Could Need Nearly 3,000 EV Charging Ports By 2045

The Dublin City Council will consider adopting an infrastructure plan aimed at supporting electric vehicle growth and climate goals.

Berkeley Council Seeks Sales Tax Increase Matching Highest In Bay Area

The proposed 0.5% increase would align Berkeley with most of Alameda County, including Oakland.

Infant Formula Recall Linked To Botulism

Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness that primarily affects babies younger than 6 months.

LAPD Seeks More Victims In Serial Trading Card Theft Scheme

The man is suspected of swindling sellers of valuable trading cards, police said.

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley Adding New 66,000-Sq.-Ft Wing

The new three-story wing will more than double the capacity of the emergency department, the hospital said.

Palm Springs Nonprofit Receives $1 Million Donation To Relocate

The organization has served the community for 16 years, serving roughly 250 families every week.

Ticket Sales Announced For Stagecoach Country Music Festival 2027

The three-day festival will take place April 23-25, 2027, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.