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Century-Old Chain Shutters | Workers Accused Of Humiliating, Killing CEO | Robot Deliveries: CA Business News
Catch up with the latest CA consumer and business news, plus under-the-radar stories and the week's best sales and freebies.
CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: A beloved chain has closed its final locations after 95 years in business, one man now controls two of Los Angeles' marquee sports teams, and Trump's targeting of the penny is leaving some chains scrambling.
Additionally, a NorCal tech executive “humiliated” two former employees who were later charged with kidnapping, robbing and killing him, according to police.
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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Freebies, Deals And Steals
- National Nachos Day is on Thursday and many local restaurants and chains are celebrating. At Del Taco, customers can get a free order of three-layer nachos with a $10 minimum purchase. And Qdoba is celebrating with $6 Create Your Own 3-Cheese Nachos, featuring a choice protein, salsas, sauces, and other toppings.
Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:
- Dodgers Owner Finalizes Record-Breaking Purchase Of Lakers
- 'Shade Snatchers' Caught After Stealing $2.68M In High-End Glasses Across SoCal: Police
- CEO 'Humiliated' Workers Accused Of Kidnapping And Killing Him
- Major Chains Give Up On 'Exact Change' As Trump Phases Out The Penny
- DoorDash's Autonomous Robot Deliveries Expand In SoCal
- CA Teens Create Machine They Say Could Help Detect Early-Stage Lung Cancer
- Beloved Bay Area Restaurant Chain Closes Last Locations
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These Bay Area Restaurants To Offer Free Meals For CalFresh Recipients Amid Shutdown: Report
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The Bay Area is bracing for an influx of residents who will lose access to their food benefits next month during the government shutdown.
A grand opening celebration will feature a buy two tacos, get one free special along with live entertainment.
13-Time World Pizza Champion Opening Restaurant In Livermore
Beloved pizzeria Slice House will open its first Tri-Valley location in downtown Livermore, Livermore Downtown confirmed.
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Temecula's Favored Live Music Venue Fights For Their Musical Rights In Temecula
The city of Temecula and Baily's Old Town Front Street are attempting to bring live music back to Old Town. Here's how you can help.
New Fremont Creative Hub, Cassa Jam, Serves As Connection Point For Local Artists
"We want to create a space that folks in the area can get to that breathes new life and creativity into our neighborhood," a co-owner said.
2 New Shops Opening At The Forum Carlsbad
Tecovas and Abercrombie & Fitch are the latest retail spaces coming to the outdoor shopping mall.
Westminster Mall Closes After Decades Of Operation
A once-vital shopping mall in Orange County has closed its doors for good.
The music school offers individual and group lessons in piano, voice, guitar, drums and more.
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UCLA Football's Possible Move To SoFi Stadium Prompts Rose Bowl Lawsuit
The city of Pasadena has filed a lawsuit against UCLA.
Riverside County Curbs Kratom-Based Synthetic Pain Relievers For Minors
"A year ago, I'd never heard of kratom,'" Supe Van Wagenen said of the 7-OH derivative, based on kratom leaf or kratom leaf extracts.
Ex-Qualcomm Employee Gets 4 Years For $180M Fraud Scheme
Two other defendants involved in the company have also pleaded guilty and await sentencing next year.
Alaska Airlines To Add Non-Stop Flights Between Oakland And San Diego
The flights will be available starting next year, officials said.
Bay Area Smoke Shop Caught Selling Psychedelics, Marijuana: Police
Community members reported the shop to authorities, leading to an inspection, police said.
7 Disneyland Rides Set To Close Amid Busy Holiday Season
Seven Disneyland rides are set to close for seasonal refurbishments as the Anaheim theme park enters its busiest season.
Vegetables Take Big Leap In San Diego County's Annual Crops Report
The report, which covers last year's growing season, saw veggies make a jump in the county's top 10 crops to fifth place.
RivCo LGBTQ Champion, Nightlife Entrepreneur To Get A Star In Palm Springs
Mark Hunter Seymor's Palm Springs nightclub became one of the city’s first gay-owned and operated full-service hubs for the community.
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