National Retailer Closes | Rodents At Newsom-Linked Eatery | Seafood Chain Closings: CA Business News

CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: A popular supermarket chain is opening up its largest store ever in Northern California, and a new "members' only" hotel is opening up in the Golden State at only $4,000 a night.

Additionally, dozens of chefs and restaurants were named as semifinalists for the "Oscars of food."

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

Freebies, Deals And Steals

• Know someone, or are you someone who enjoys LEGO? The popular toy company is currently offering a free magazine subscription to stay up to date on all things LEGO.
• College is back in session, and what student doesn't love freebies? UNiDAYS is offering a free sample box for students who sign up for the "Sample Society" program.
• Chick-fil-A restaurants across SoCal are giving away a free 4-count Chick-n-Minis through their app starting Monday.

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

• National Retailer To Close All CA Locations: Report
• Popular Coffee Chain Closing Several Stores Across Bay Area: Report
• Olympian Turned Murderous SoCal Cocaine Kingpin Captured: FBI
• Another Mall To Close Monday: Report
• New Members-Only Hotel Opens For $4K A night In CA: Report
• Restaurant Tied To Newsom Is Littered With Mouse Droppings: Report
• Closures Continue For Sitdown Seafood Chain; Locations Remain In These CA Cities

More Restaurant News

31 CA Restaurants, Chefs Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists

The James Beard Award is known as the "Oscars of food," and California plays a starring role in this year's list of finalists.

How To Score A Free Chick-Fil-A Sandwich This Week In San Diego County

Customers can get a free Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich, spicy chicken sandwich or grilled chicken sandwich.

13 LA County Restaurants, Chefs Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists

Check out which restaurants and chefs are in the running for this year's "Oscars of food."

Hooters In Healdsburg? Not So Fast...

For a brief, baffling moment, it looked like Healdsburg's vacant Rite Aid might be getting a Hooters.

More Retail News

Popular Supermarket Chain To Open Largest U.S. Location In Fremont

The flagship store will introduce the company's brand-new multi-level prototype, which includes a food hall and dine-in restaurant.

IKEA To Celebrate 25 Years In San Diego With Special Anniversary Event

As part of the celebration, IKEA Family members can get 25-cent hot dogs, plant dogs and veggie dogs.

3 Arrested In Lululemon Theft In San Mateo: Police

Officers recovered around $1,400 in recovered merchandise from the fashionable activewear store theft, police said.

Tri-Valley Francesca's Locations To Close: Reports

Clothing stores in Pleasanton and Livermore will reportedly join hundreds nationwide to close, a company rep told Women's Wear Daily.

Ninja Obstacle Course First East Bay Location In Dublin

The newly-opened Dublin location of USA Ninja Challenge offers coach-led ninja obstacle courses and camps for kids 4-17.

Rebuilding A Local Business One Donation At A Time After Flood

A Healdsburg printer asked for help after a flood tore through his workshop. The community stepped up and the needle is almost at 100%.

Sonoma Tamale Maker Recalls Products Sold At Whole Foods Over Listeria Risk: FDA

A Listeria risk prompts recall of popular tamales made in Sonoma sold in California and Nevada

More Business News

Fast Cars, Cash Giveaways, Asian Fare: Celebrate Lunar New Year At Pechanga Resort Casino

Pechanga Resort Casino will host an array of Year of the Horse activities to ring in the Lunar New Year. in February. Here's what to expect.

John Legend Plans Solo SoCal Performance Amid 20th Anniversary Tour: When, How To Get Tickets

John Legend will play one venue in California during his upcoming tour. Look inside for advanced ticket sales info for the upcoming show.

EBT Theft Drops 84% In San Diego County After State Issues Chip Card

CalFresh, CalWORKs and General Relief recipients are among those who use EBT.

Former SMC College Chancellor Found Guilty Of Tax Evasion And Perjury: Prosecutors

The former chancellor of the district from 2001 to 2021 faces over 20 felony counts.

Principal Of East Bay Private Schools Stole Retirement Contributions From Teachers: DA

The principal has been charged with several crimes, including tax evasion and embezzlement, prosecutors announced Wednesday.

Erika Kirk Urges Christian Revival As Tour Kicks Off In RivCo: ‘We Will Change This Country’

Four months after her conservative husband's death, Kirk assumed the role of CEO of Turning Point USA and has now launched a religious tour.