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In-N-Out Mass Shooting | Best Fast Food Fries| Beloved Diner Closing | Wild Pig Havoc: 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.
CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: The producer of Oscar-winning films has been accused of running a $100 million Ponzi scheme, the cost of ice cream is down amid rising costs elsewhere, and 1.5 million hand warmers have been recalled after a person's death in the state.
Additionally, California has set a world record thanks to its famously sunny climate.
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
- Shake Shack is offering a free chicken sandwich with any $10 purchase every Sunday through the end of the year. That's on top of another deal, where customers can get any size soda for just $2 when they order through the Shake Shack app. More details here.
- While AAA is well known for its towing services, membership to the auto club comes with many under-the-radar perks — including discounts on entertainment. Members looking to enjoy the summer can score discounted movie and theme park tickets. Head over to the AAA website to browse a long menu of deals.
Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:
- CA Sets World Record By Getting More Than Half Its Electricity From Solar: Report
- In-N-Out CEO 'Heartbroken' Over Mass Shooting At Newly Opened Restaurant.
- Producer Of Oscar-Winning Films Accused Of $100M Ponzi Scheme
- Ice Cream Prices Dip Just In Time For Summer
- Wild Pigs Wreak Destruction On Bay Area Business Park
- You May Be Surprised Which CA Chain Dominates In USA Today Fast Food Fries Ranking
- Barefoot Thief Swipes Taylor Swift Cutout From SoCal Ice Cream Shop
- 1.5M Hand Warmers Recalled After CA Death, Hundreds Of Burn Injuries
- Tech CEO Who Offered Job Interviews For Tattoos Of Company Logo Apologizes
- Cannabis Magazine Executive Sentenced In Secret ‘Pay-For-Play’ Stock Scheme
- Used Electric Vehicles In Demand As CA Gas Prices Spike, Report Says
- Drones Could Soon Be Delivering Your DoorDash Orders
More Restaurant News
Beloved San Fernando Valley Diner Closing After Nearly 50 Years
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The family-owned restaurant will serve its final customers Aug. 9 before the property is redeveloped.
Renowned restaurant Din Tai Fung has opened its doors in Brea.
Breakfast Republic Expanding Across Southern California With New Locations
Rise & Shine Hospitality Group plans restaurants in Palm Springs, Orange County and Los Angeles while closing three San Diego locations.
Philz Coffee Opening In Concord Soon
A new coffee business at The Willows will join several restaurants as redevelopment reshapes the popular shopping center.
Hollywood-Famous Donut Chain Opening In Bay Area Sparks Rivalry With Local Shop: Report
The Southern California chain's first Bay Area location opened across the street from a beloved local donut shop.
More Retail News
Pet Store Chain To Close 75 Locations: See Brand's CA Footprint
Despite the planned closures, the chain also opened three new stores in the second quarter of 2026.
24 Hour Fitness Reopens After Major Remodel In North Hollywood
The remodeled club features an expanded free-weight area, a turf training zone and new recovery equipment.
"This remodel reflects our deep commitment to the Carlsbad community, where so many of our customers are also our neighbors."
Historic Bruin Theater Eyes Fall Reopening In LA
The century-old theater could be making a comeback two years after it shut down.
Temecula Family Fun Entertainment Center Will Close Its Doors: Still Time To Say Goodbye
The Portals adventure isn't over yet; the owners announced that there are two weeks left until the indoor mini-golf laser tag location.
More Business News
‘Constant' Screaming: Universal's New Coaster Rattles LA Neighbors
“When it’s running, it’s constant, and it sounds like bloody murder over there," one resident told KTLA.
Waymo Clears Bigger Path Toward Wine Country
California approvals expand driverless territory, but wine country will have to wait a little longer to hail autonomous robotaxis today.
The push comes as San Francisco works to address rising food insecurity made worse by cuts by the Republican-controlled Congress last year.
Authorities Bust Dozens Of Illegal Cannabis Grows, Uncover Forced Labor Operations
Law enforcement eradicated approximately 173,244 marijuana plants and seized 10,369 pounds of processed marijuana intended for sales.
County Launches Program To Prepare Businesses For 2028 Olympics In LA
Officials said the initiative is meant to help businesses, workers and communities benefit from the economic activity around the games.
The changes are intended to provide added protections to communities, as well as provide a pathway for homeowners to operate STRs.
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