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CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: the White House bragged about a change at In-N-Out that was actually just an April Fool's joke, a new train line could bring passengers between Los Angeles and Coachella, and a Trump-themed store is roiling one California beach town due to its offensive t-shirts.

Additionally, a low-cost airline that offered flights within California and to other states is pulling out of the Golden State — amid objections to the airline's decision to run federal deportation flights

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

• Whole Foods has some a long way from the days it was known as "whole paycheck." In addition to weekly sales, the grocer offers Amazon Prime members discounts two days every week, including buy-one-get-one half off deals for meat, greens, bread, prepared meals and more. Check out all the details at Whole Foods' website.
• If you're local or planning a visit to San Diego, Balboa Park is opening up one of its amusements for free. In celebration of National Carousel Day, the Dorothea Laub Balboa Park Carousel will be open for free rides for all on July 25.

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

• How A Bay Area Business Outsmarted Armed Robbers
• Low-Cost Airline To Pull Out Of CA
• Landmark Music Venue, Former DTLA Movie Palace And Porn Theater, To Shut Down
• Train Linking LA, OC And Palm Springs Area Proposed
• Retiree Leaves CA For 15-Year Cruise To Live Life At Sea
• White House Falsely Brags About In-N-Out, Citing April Fool's Post From Fan Account
• Slurs On Main Street: How A Trump-Themed Store Is Roiling SoCal Beach Town

The Bottom Line

• The January wildfires in Los Angeles are officially the costliest wildfires ever worldwide, with a total of $65 billion in economic damages, according to a new insurance injury report. Insurer payouts reached $17.1 billion by mid-May, prompting lawsuits and a state-led push for big changes to how insurance works.
• Passenger traffic has declined at LAX and the Long Beach Airport, reflecting a broader drop in travel demand. The downturn is pressuring regional airport revenue streams and tourism associated businesses, as Los Angeles Business Journal reported.

More Business News

Honey Baked Ham Opening A Store In Murrieta

Honey Baked Ham aims to have the new store open in 2025, with a target date of no later than the second quarter of 2026.

This Armenian-Run Long Beach Pho Restaurant Served Up A Taste Of Nostalgia. It's Now Closing
"It was one of the toughest decisions I ever made in my life," the restaurant's owner told Patch.

Legoland California To Launch Space-Themed Land In 2026

The land will feature an indoor roller coaster, two space-themed rides, a junior astronaut training zone, and a galactic grub and gear hub.

CBS Cancels ‘Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Days After He Joked About 'Big Fat Bribe' To Trump

CBS' late-night show is coming to an end over three decades after it first aired.

CA Congressman Proposes Autonomous Vehicle Safety Rules

Since 2021, more than 3,000 crashes with driverless cars have been reported. Of those crashes, 53 people have died.

Tesla Heads To Court For Wrongful Death Trial Involving Autopilot System

The lawyers representing the plaintiffs in the case did not respond to CBS MoneyWatch's request for comment.

Future Of Blighted San Diego Skyscraper Remains In Question With New Lawsuit Filed

A recent $250 million proposal would transform the 101 Ash Street Building into affordable housing units, but a lawsuit could stop that.

Book A Nonstop Flight To Newark From Palm Springs International Airport

Heading east from sunny Southern California? Palm Springs International Airport shares a new flight now booking from the Coachella Valley.

New CA Bill Aims To Ban Loud Commercials On Streaming Platforms

A Golden State lawmaker aims to crack down on commercials that suddenly blare at an extreme volume on streaming platforms like Hulu.

2 Charged In San Diego For Alleged $1M Fraud Of Pizza Franchise Investors

After getting the victims' money, the defendants cut off communication with them, prosecutors said.

Kids Jump, Swing And Slide At This 'Unique' LA County Day Camp

The day camps offer bouldering, interactive climbing, and slacklining across multiple locations in Los Angeles County.

Trump Sues CA Over Skyrocketing Egg, Pork Prices

A consumer watchdog applauded the Trump administration's effort to nix a group of laws that they say have driven up food price

Teen Killed In Meat Grinder At LA Burrito Factory: Reports

The boy died at Tina's Burritos in Vernon Avenue, according to multiple news reports.

San Diego Lifts Moratorium On Summer Beach Construction: Traffic May Worsen In Beach Towns

For years, construction in beach communities was stopped between Memorial Day and Labor Day to allow for the busy tourism season.