CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: the shrinking wine industry is causing pain even for the people who make screw caps, Disneyland has announced a massive update to its park and one once-ubiquitous chicken chain has closed 44 California restaurants recently.
Additionally, Elizabeth Taylor's former estate in Bel Air is undergoing a $47 million change.
But before getting to the biggest business stories in the Golden State, here are some of the best consumer deals of the week:
Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:
City Tacos Team To Open New Restaurant At San Diego's Liberty Station
El Punto will feature tacos from the City Tacos menu, along with entrees and shareable dishes.
Controversial Café Sold In Redwood City After Owner's Trump 2028 Claim: Report
The cafe owner later said she was trolling critics when she claimed the proceeds would help fund another Trump presidential campaign.
New Burger Restaurant Replacing Former Johnny Rockets On Santa Monica's Promenade
A Santa Monica coffee shop that opened just two months ago is already expanding, with burgers, breakfast and a familiar Promenade address.
Nick The Greek Opens New LA Location
The location's opening comes as the fast-casual Greek chain is expanding across Los Angeles.
Philz Coffee Opens New Contra Costa Location Wednesday
The coffee chain will open its 84th location Wednesday at Concord's redeveloped Willows Shopping Center.
New Neighborhood Healthcare Clinic Receives Green Light From Menifee Planning Commission
Neighborhood Healthcare currently operates a smaller clinic in Menifee on Cherry Hills Boulevard near the site of the new facility.
Another Vision For Coveted, But Still Empty, Wine Country Landmark
A new live-work proposal revives the long-vacant building after earlier gallery and residential plans stalled.
Spice Queen Readies To Give North Bay Foodies More Flavor With 2nd Store
Petaluma spice maker Wind McAlister brings handcrafted organic spices to downtown Santa Rosa this month.
Former Meta Engineer Says Instagram Took 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Approach On Kids Under 13
Meta is accused of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by knowingly and deliberately designing features that addict children.
Charter Completes Cox Deal, Expands Spectrum Into Southern California Markets
Charter said it plans to introduce Spectrum branding, pricing and product packages across all former Cox markets in mid-September.
Waymo's New-Look Robotaxi Is Now Available To All LA Riders
The roomy Ojai is joining Waymo's commercial fleet after months of free rides offered to early-access customers.
Palm Springs City Council To Consider Temporary Ban On Data Centers
If the moratorium is adopted, Palm Springs would be one of few Coachella Valley cities attempting to ban data centers.
Hayward Weighs Data Center Ban Amid 'Significant' Public Outcry
The city's council will consider the move at a September meeting, officials said.
Floating Nuclear Reactors Could Be Coming To Long Beach Port: Report
A startup based at the port is developing small nuclear reactors designed to float on barges and potentially power terminals and ships.
Tahoe-Area Ski Resorts Announce Projected Opening Days For "Super El Niño" Snow Season
Heavenly and Northstar parent company Vail Resorts referenced what forecasters are calling a 90% chance of a very strong El Niño.
13 Communities Sharing $11.3 Million In State Housing Funds
The funding is being awarded through the fourth round of the state's Prohousing Incentive Program.
SMART Board Announces Geyserville Station Rail Project Decision
SMART's board voted on the proposed Geyserville station that could return passenger rail to the town after nearly 70 years.
Santa Rosa Launches Downtown Pilot Program Aimed At Boosting Local Businesses
Ross Street Live went live Friday night with music and different vendors from Sonoma County. Flagship Taproom came ready to pour.
Officials Adopt Ordinance To Limit Single-Use Plastic Bottles At Events In San Diego County
The ordinance would also impact vendors and entities that rent city-owned property for events.
Inside California Forever's High-Pressure Push to Fast-Track a Shipyard
Emails and text messages show how California Forever pressed Solano County officials to back fast-track legislation.
Copper Cable Stolen From Telecom Company Found During Metal-Theft Crackdown: LASD
Investigators found the cable during an inspection tied to a countywide metal theft crackdown
Beaumont Commits More Than $250K To Revitalize Downtown Businesses
Four businesses and two commercial properties received more than $211,000 in city assistance during 2026.
Offshore Drilling Plans Spark New Fight Over Bay Area Coast
Supervisors raised concerns about California's authority as the federal government considers new offshore oil and gas leasing.
3 Charged In Oakland Robberies Targeting Hispanic Street Vendors: DA
Prosecutors said the defendants also robbed the vendors' customers.
Lettuce Linked To Parasitic Outbreak May Have Reached CA Restaurants, FDA Now Says
The FDA expanded the lists of states where lettuce linked to a widespread cyclospora outbreak may have also been sold.
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