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In-N-Out Famed Tradition | Celeb Accuses RFK Jr. Of Selling Cursed Home | Flying Taxi Test: CA Business News

Catch up with the latest CA consumer and business news, plus under-the-radar stories and the week's best sales and freebies.

An air taxi flies across the San Francisco Bay on Friday, March 13 as part of testing by Joby Aviation.
An air taxi flies across the San Francisco Bay on Friday, March 13 as part of testing by Joby Aviation. (Courtesy Joby Aviation)

CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: Testing of flying taxis is underway, a TSA official is warning that airports may be closed as a consequence of the government shutdown, and an automaker has halted sales of some 2026 models after a child's death.

Additionally, celebrities flocking to In-N-Out has become a full-fledged tradition following awards shows.

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

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Freebies, Deals And Steals

  • To celebrate March Madness, Domino's is offering what it calls its best deal ever — any size pizza with up to seven toppings for $10 each. The offer is good through April 6. More info.
  • Amazon's Big Spring Sale starts on Wednesday. The retailer is promising discounts of up to 40% off on a range of items. Some early deals are already live. More info.

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

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Popular Bay Area Restaurant Faces Eviction Due To Unpaid Rent: Report

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The owner claims the landlord disregarded their husband's terminal cancer diagnosis, demanding full rent and issuing an eviction.

Coffee, Bagel Chain Opens Doors In South OC

A new Einstein Bros. Bagels has opened this week in South Orange County and is offering a special freebie. What to know.

'North Italia' Restaurant Celebrates Diablo Valley Site With Festive Debut

Italian chain launches first Bay Area location at Plaza Escuela with DJ, Vespa photo backdrop, and community donation.

Critically Acclaimed SF Restaurant Closing After More Than A Decade

It's with mixed emotions, but above all, deep appreciation, that I share the news that we'll be closing," the owner said in a post online.

The Shuttered Ragin' Cajun Cafe Is Reopening As Redondo Beach Grill

The Redondo Beach restaurant formerly known as Ragin Cajun Cafe will soon reopen with a new name, new look, and a new menu.

New Restaurant Opens In Iconic Laguna Beach Building This Summer

The historic Heisler Building will soon teem with new life after Noble Ace announced its upcoming opening.

More Retail News

Bedmaker Known For $1M Mattresses Opens Doors In OC

The Sweden-based bedmaker is best known for its $1 million bed, which includes a headboard, mattress and base.

Cannabis Cafés Could Be Coming To The Bay Area

A new ordinance could see San Francisco look more like Amsterdam.

Another Walmart Supercenter Is Coming To Southwest Riverside County

The new 185,682-square-foot store is being built just east of Interstate 15.

Costco Opens 1st Standalone Gas Station In OC This Summer: What To Know

Costco will be opening its first standalone gas station in the country this summer in South Orange County.

More Business News

Man Arrested In $21K Whole Foods Theft Spree: Police

Anthony Drayton was linked to five thefts at San Francisco Whole Foods locations, police said.

Hundreds Of CA Billionaires Make New List Of World's Richest: Here Are The Wealthiest

California has the highest concentrations of billionaires than any other U.S. state. How many billionaires live in your ZIP code?

Woman Hurt When SoFi Stadium Seat Collapsed Settles Lawsuit

The woman said the seat was broken and could not support her weight.

Lafayette Exec Faces 33 Years In Massive Solar Scheme: DOJ

Executives from five Contra Costa County cities face sentences amounting to more than a quarter century in a solar fraud scheme.

Judge Hands CA A Win In Trump Egg-Price Lawsuit

Attorney General Pam Bondi blamed California's "liberal policies" for high egg prices.

Police Shut Down 4 Carlsbad Massage Parlors In Prostitution Probe

Detectives served eight search warrants during the investigation, leading to seven arrests and the seizure of $35,477, police said.

2 More Tahoe Ski Resorts Close Amid Record-Breaking Heatwave

Several Tahoe resorts are closing early amid record temperatures. Plenty still remain open - for now.

Battered Ship Arrives In Long Beach With Cargo Stacks Hanging Near Collapse

A storm-battered cargo ship has berthed at the Port of Long Beach with cargo stacks teetering on the edge of collapse.

Napa Luxury Resort Has 90 Days To Stop $230M Collapse: Report

Financial trouble and a lawsuit threaten the future of Stanly Ranch on the southern edge of Napa.

$24K In Perfume, Cosmetics Recovered In Multi-County Retail Theft Investigation, 1 Detained

The lengthy investigation began in Eastvale and ultimately led to the recovery of high-end products in this Los Angeles County home.

OC City Launches Shuttle Service To Disneyland: What To Know

The new shuttle service will launch at the end of the month, officials said.

Thieves Targeting IRS Payment Checks Mailed By Beverly Hills Residents: Police

Police are warning of a "check washing" scheme in which checks sent to the IRS are cashed by thieves.

Housing Project At Old Coast Guard Site In Pt. Reyes Station Moving Forward

According to the county, the holdup is that the Coast Guard never installed a septic system.

Threat To Oil Drilling On Protected Contra Costa County Lands Widens

Oil drilling plan targeting Mount Diablo escalates, setting the stage for a bigger battle over Contra Costa County and CA lands.

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