CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: In-N-Out is planning five new California restaurants, a theme park has shut down one of its most famous rollercoasters following claims of death and brain injury and two California cities have been named top foodie destinations.
Additionally, a new law is aiming to reduce the number of vacant storefronts across the state. And a landlord in a sought-after CA market, offered a woman tens of thousands of dollars to break her lease and move out.
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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MeiMei Brings Bazaar Sonoma Flair To Fixed North Bay Home
Sean Quan and Jenny Phan revive their Chinese menu with takeout bowls after a year of rotating pop-ups.
From Napa To Santa Monica, Gott's Takes The Long Road To The Beach
A Napa Valley roadside institution brings burgers, wine and founder Joel Gott's decidedly personal approach to the heart of Santa Monica.
Iconic CA Restaurant Known For Edible, Artistic Artichokes Closes
Restaurant leadership welcomed hundreds of customers this week to say goodbye and serve up the final fried artichokes.
Temecula Luxury Consignment Store Closes, Leaves Resellers Holding The Bag
Surreal Luxury shuttered in Sept., emptying the showroom floor of thousands of dollars in goods & leaving consignors without money or merch.
New Costco Location Planned In North Bay
The new store is being built as Costco plans to open 33 locations during the 2027 fiscal year.
New Burlington Opens Doors In Lake Forest This Week
The discount retailer opened its doors in Lake Forest this past week, replacing a CVS drugstore.
Women Rescue St. Helena Thrift Stores For Good Cause
Two former employees saved the thrift stores, preserving affordable shopping and raising money for Parkinson's causes.
Sur La Table Plans Contra Costa Return
The kitchenware retailer lists an address and a late-fall opening, four years after closing.
Family-Friendly Bike Shop Closes, Teams Up With Walnut Creek Store
A family shop combines operations with a Walnut Creek-based independent store, which will honor service histories and warranties.
AAA Top 10 Casinos: Pechanga Resort Casino Ranks High With Rooms, Food And Fun
Recognition comes as Temecula's Pechanga Resort Casino earns its 25th Four Diamond Award and Great Oak Steakhouse receives its 15th.
San Francisco One-Bedroom Rents At Record High, Up 25% Year-Over-Year, Report Finds
In contrast, the median one-bedroom rent in the Big Apple was just $180 more, at $4,580/month.
700 Affordable Homes Could Transform Santa Monica's Bergamot Station
The city is negotiating the future of the 5.6-acre arts center, where at least 707 affordable homes could rise while retaining cultural uses
Newsom Signs Law Tailor-Made For Concord Base Redevelopment
Concord will work with Brookfield and residents on detailed plans for the former military property.
Diane Keaton's Laguna Beach Home Hits Market: Report
The blufftop home was renovated by its previous owner, late actress Diane Keaton, and is located directly above Table Rock Beach.
$106M Investor Scheme Just Took A Major Turn In NorCal
The company's founder and COO admitted to misleading investors, federal prosecutors said.
CA To Shift To Cheaper Gas Blend To Drop Prices 30 Cents Per Gallon
Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered an early shift to the state's winter gas blend, but he has rejected the idea of implementing a gas tax holiday.
Olympics Expected To Drive $13B In Spending Across LA County
A new report projects billions in games-related spending, tens of thousands of jobs and major infrastructure investment ahead of 2028.
$78.7M Settlement Reached Over Delta Jet Fuel Dump On LA-Area Homes, Schools
The tentative settlement would distribute money to nearly 13,000 property owners and residents affected by the 2020 fuel dump.
2 CA Children Sickened In E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Cheese
The outbreak has sickened 13 people across 10 states.
'Big Impact In Small Packages': Mill Valley Remembers Beloved Mother, Cashier
The woman, who worked at the store for more than 30 years, was killed with her dog in a crash, police said.
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