LA Restaurant République Faces Blowback After Chef's Pro-Tesla Comment

Some would-be customers said they planned to boycott République.

PODS® Local Provides Tips for Refreshing Outdoor Spaces for Spring

As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, homeowners and renters alike are looking to refresh their outdoor spaces for spring.

FreeSpeakers.org Celebrates Five Years In Los Angeles

Five years ago, FreeSpeakers.org launched in Los Angeles and Orange County with a mission to connect community groups with expert speakers.

Iconic LA Diner Shutters After 101 Years On Bitter Note

After 100 years — serving free coffee and never locking its doors for most of those years — The Original Paltry has closed.

Egg-Smuggling | CA Home Prices Fall | Starbucks Slashes Menu

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

SCORE Helps Marketer Craft Sustainable Business Pitch

Shuki pivoted from eco-friendly goods seller to affiliate marketing during the pandemic.

Forever 21 To Close LA Headquarters, Shut Down 200 Stores: Report

The fast fashion retailer plans to lay off hundreds of people at its California headquarters as it heads toward a second bankruptcy.

'Uber With Guns' Now Available As Protector App Launches In LA

Called Protector, it allows users to book armed guards and black car transportation through the app.

PODS Local Has Storage Solutions for Spring Cleaning

With spring just around the corner, many people are gearing up for the annual tradition of spring cleaning, and PODS® is here to simplify.

Trump Immigration Crackdown Leaves Restaurants Emptier, Workers Scared

Immigration lawyer Kim Luu-Ng told the Los Angeles Times that restaurants make for “super easy targets.”

This CA Restaurant Is The Best Place To Eat In America: Yelp

Holbox has a Michelin star and is located in a food hall in South Central Los Angeles.

In-N-Out To Consolidate Into LA County Office, Expand To Tennessee

In-N-Out is in the midst of a major shakeup as it consolidates its West Coast operations and readies a new "Eastern territory" office.

Disney Backpedals DEI With New Content Warning, Performance Standard

The moves come as President Donald Trump has made his opposition to DEI efforts a central talking point during his first weeks in office.

Popular CA Surf & Skate Brand To Shutter All 124 Stores

Dozens of stores have begun 60 percent-off sales across the state for brands including Quicksilver, Billabong, Roxy and Volcom.

SCE Concedes Its Equipment May Have Sparked LA Fire

SCE acknowledged its equipment may have played a role in Sylmar's Hurst Fire and is exploring "the possibility" of a role in the Eaton Fire.

Caruso Says 'It's Our Job' To Lead Rebuilding After Wildfires

The billionaire developer says it's his "responsibility" to lead rebuilding efforts after the Palisades and Eaton fires.

LA Times Offers Buyouts To Employees: What To Know

Employees who have been with the paper — which axed 20% of its newsroom last year — for two years or longer are eligible for the buyout.

CA's Largest Insurer Seeks 22% Emergency Rate Hike After LA Wildfires

The company said the fires “will collectively be the costliest in the history of the company.”

'Top Chef' Semifinalist To Open Caribbean Restaurant In LA: Report

The celebrity chef's latest venture will open in the spring, according to Eater LA.

Cabrillo EDC Receives $175,000 from U.S. Bank

Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation recently announced it has received a $175,000 contribution from U.S. Bank

Luxury Supermarket Chain Opening 3 New Stores In LA County: Report

Erewhon is expanding its LA presence in 2025, opening locations in Manhattan Beach, West Hollywood and Glendale.

This SoCal Restaurant Among 10 Best New Hot Spots In US: Ranking

USA Today asked a panel of experts to nominate 20 restaurants that opened in the past 18 months and readers voted to choose the top 10.

This LA-Based Insurance Company Denied Payment On Half Its 2023 Claims

Farmers Insurance Exchange was the large company with the highest percentage of claims closed without payment, according to Weiss Ratings.

State Farm Will Offer Insurance Renewals to Fire-Affected Homeowners

State Farm has already received more than 7,400 home and auto insurance claims tied to the fires.

U.S. Bank named official banking partner of Toyota Arena in Ontario

The partnership extends through September 2031

CA Wildfires Likely The Costliest In US history, Early Estimates Show

The devastating blazes have killed at least 16 people, incinerated more than 12,000 structures and laid waste to expensive neighborhoods.

Northridge Worker Settles Discrimination Suit Over 'English Only' Sign

A senior living center worker said she faced retaliation and wrongful termination after complaining about the sign.

SoCal Starbucks Workers Join Nationwide Strike Over Labor Disputes

Starbucks workers are set to expand a nationwide strike two days after a walkout in the Burbank location.

Cabrillo EDC Receives $10k Grant from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation

Cabrillo EDC is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.

Vons Owner Sues Ralphs Parent Company Over Failed Merger

Albertsons and Kroger had argued the merger would allow them to better compete against retailers like Walmart, Costco and Amazon.

Jackpot Winner Says He Also Bought Second Unclaimed Winning Ticket

According to the man's lawsuit, he bought both winning tickets, but misplaced the second ticket and is entitled to the entire jackpot.

LA Times Owner's Planned ‘Bias Meter’ Triggers Outrage, Resignation

The billionaire newspaper owner maligned his staff and announced plans to add a 'bias meter' to every article and column.

Celebrity Opens New Restaurant In SoCal

“Insecure” star Issa Rae announced the opening of her new restaurant, Somerville, in the Slauson Corridor of View Park-Windsor Hills.

LA 2025 Economic Forecast: Some Industries To Rebound, Others Contract

There is likely to be little relief from LA's high cost of living in 2025, but the risk of a recession is receding, a new study concludes.

Trader Joe's Plans Rapid Expansion In The San Fernando Valley

The next three stores the Monrovia-based grocery chain is plans to open will be in the San Fernando Valley.

What Happens To Unclaimed Lottery Jackpots In CA

With an unclaimed $200M jackpot about to expire, Patch found out where all the money goes and how often players leave millions on the table.

Unclaimed $200M Mega Millions Jackpot Expires In 2 Days

The mystery winner of a nearly $200 million Mega Millions jackpot has until Saturday to claim it before it vanishes.

Cal State LA receives $3.4M in grants to enhance economic equity

Cal State LA has received two major grants to support its Los Angeles Economic Equity Accelerator and Fellowship program

Consortium Media's Commitment to Social Change Earns Top Recognition

Agency's Strategic Approach and Integrated Media Innovations Drive Award-Winning Campaigns

PODS® Local Partners with RFKC Oxnard to Support Holiday Yard Sale

This holiday season, PODS is proud to support Royal Family Kids' Camp (RFKC) Oxnard to create lasting memories for children in foster care