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CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: A major pizza chain is closing numerous locations, a McDonald’s employee is recovering after a coworker threw hot oil on him,

Additionally, California is home to four of the nation's fastest-growing job markets — and No. 2 on the list is a Central Valley city.

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

• The World Cup is here and La Colombe Coffee is among the companies giving freebies to fans. On U.S. Men's National Team match days, guests wearing U.S. Soccer merch can get a free iced Americano in select cafes, including those in California. More info.
• Amazon's Prime Day kicks off Monday. Here's a more under-the-radar deal on top of the more widely publicized savings: Prime members can get a large pizza from Little Caesars for $5 through June 26. They're able to use the promo up to five times. More info.

Freebies, Deals And Steals

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

• McDonald's Employee Attacked By Coworker Who Thew Hot Oil: Reports
• Major Pizza Chain Shutters Locations Nationwide, Including In CA
• Can You Use AI Stock To Buy A Home? Some CA Sellers Put Question To The Test
• Kroger Falsely Advertised Calorie Counts On Breads Sold In California: DA
• CA Has 4 Of America's Fastest-Growing Job Markets: Report
• California Wants To Cap Business Tax Credits, Alarming Life Sciences And Tech Industries
• High-End CA Restaurant Admits It Lied To Customers About Fish
• A California Housing Bill Would Raise Wages To $28. Why Do Some Unions Hate It?
• What Elon Musk's Trillion Means In Real Terms

More Restaurant & Retail News

Popular Mexican Chain Closing All Locations, Including Last CA Restaurants

On the Border's remaining locations, including the last locations in California, will close on Friday, its parent company announced.

Chef Keith Corbin Reopens Acclaimed Alta Adams Restaurant In Los Angeles

"Alta is a restaurant that gives opportunity," Corbin said. "Hires formerly incarcerated."

Award-Winning Pizzeria To Open Doors In Laguna Beach

Truly Pizza will celebrate the opening of its Laguna Beach location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday.

Top 2 Unusual CA Dining Experiences: Dine In The Eye Of A Hurricane, Or On A Train

We found these weirdly wonderful restaurants, where the setting may be as memorable as the food. Did we miss your favorite? Let us know!

Former Cal Shakes Amphitheater Reopens

Orinda venue reopens under new management, bringing a new focus to a storied East Bay arts destination, whose supporters included Zendaya.

Oakland Athletic Club Reopens Under New Ownership 4 Months After Closing

On Thursday night, a business that closed four months ago, reopened its doors.

More Business News

Restaurant Owner Saves Choking Customer, Video Shows

When one of her regulars was choking, Maria Molina sprang into action, reports said.

These CA Cities Are Best, Worst For Staycations In 2026

Two cities in the Golden State ranked among the top 20 places in the U.S. for staycations.

Jury Convicts Activist Who Chained OpenAI Headquarters Shut

According to trial evidence, protesters placed a chain across the building's front door and secured it with a padlock.

Sales Tax Hike Appears To Pass In LA County, Supporters Declare Victory

Voters appear to have narrowly approved a sales tax hike in Los Angeles County.

Californians Owed $15B In Forgotten Money — See How To Claim Yours

The assets include dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance proceeds, stocks, dividends, and other financial property.

Ponzi Scheme Built Around Avocados: Perris Woman Ordered To Stand Trial

The defendant is being held at the Smith Correctional Facility in lieu of $379,750 — the sum she's accused of stealing.

Santa Monica Property Owner Denied Spot In Waymo Litigation

The city is attempting to shut down two autonomous vehicle facilities on grounds they constitute a nuisance.

Ordinance Banning Uncertified Lithium-Ion Batteries In SF Moves Closer To Being Enacted

Malfunctions of these batteries can have catastrophic consequences, fire officials said.

Massive Warehouse Fire Destroys Tracy Medical Supply Facility — Multiple Blazes Reported

A million-square-foot medical supply warehouse sent black smoke billowing into the sky, and a nearby vegetation fire spread to 10.5 acres.

A 1 Mega-Watt Community Solar Project 'Flips The Switch' In Oakland

"Cleaner energy, lower utility bills, that's really a win-win," a state senator said.

Metrolink Launches Contactless Payment Pilot Program

Riders can pay fares by tapping their credit cards, rather than purchasing a ticket.

Used Clothing Gets New Life At San Francisco Public Libraries Through Free Fix-It Clinics

No RSVP is needed and the services are first-come, first-served.

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