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MAGA Dentist Talks Hurting Liberal Patients | In-N-Out Shootout | Dressing-Room Peeper: 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.
This week in California business news: A scooter app company plans to ban a rider who crashed into an LA woman, "breakthrough" cancer care helped turn a man's grim prognosis around, and police say dressing-room peeping tom was arrested for his spying on women at Target.
Additionally, one website is looking for someone willing to get paid to watch horror movies this spooky season.
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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- California Pizza Kitchen is offering $10 pizzas every Monday and Tuesday with a $20 minimum purchase.
- Every day between 2 and 5 p.m. until Sept. 30, diners can get a free shake at Shake Shack with orders of $10 or more with the promo code SHAKETIME at checkout. Offer valid through Sept. 30.
Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:
- Amid Insurance Exodus In California, 5 Insurance Companies Commit To Stay In State
- CA County Approves Ban On Junk Food In Supermarket Checkout Aisles
- 'MAGA Dentist' Faces Backlash For Joke About Hurting Liberal Patients: Report
- How To Get Paid To Watch Horror Movies This Spooky Season
- CA 7-Eleven Stores To Undergo Major Changes
- Scooter Company Plans To Ban Rider Who Crashed Into LA Woman
- How 'Breakthrough' Care Turned A CA Man's Grim Cancer Prognosis Around: 'Seek Peace Of Mind'
- Man Arrested For Recording Women Inside Target Dressing Rooms
- California Issues Historic Fine Over Lawyer's ChatGPT Fabrications
- Man Who Killed Woman For Her Car Dies In Shootout In Front Of In-N-Out
- LA Revitalization Coincides With Convention Center Expansion, Cleanliness, Safety Prioritized
- CA County To Become First In World To Ban Filtered Cigarettes
- Coachella Tickets Sell Out In 3 Days
- Airline Abruptly Pulls Out Of CA
- Rebuilding Malibu With Fire-Safe Design, One Home At A Time
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The specialty coffee chain is set to open its first Los Angeles location later this year.
Boo's Philly Cheesesteaks To Shut Down Original LA Location After 14 Years
The steak-and-cheese favorite is shutting down its original location.
Better Buzz Coffee Opens Location In Terminal 1 At San Diego Airport
"We wouldn't be here without the support of our hometown, and we're honored to share that same buzz with the world."
All-You-Can-Eat Steakhouse With Table Grilling Opens In Pleasanton
Chubby Cattle opened a Pleasanton location, offering unlimited meats, sushi, and the ability to grill at your own table.
New In-N-Out Burger In Lake Elsinore: City Works To Avoid Traffic Jams
The city has approved development of a new 3,886-square-foot In-N-Out location at Dexter Avenue and Crane Street.
32 CA Starbucks To Close Soon: See Which Ones
The company didn't release an official list, but a little online sleuthing helped Fox61 identify a list of likely closings.
Sprouts Sets Opening Day For New LA Location, Will Hire 100+ Employees
As Sprouts gets ready to open its newest location in LA, the supermarket chain is going on a hiring spree.
The new coffee spot will open in Brea Mall's new town center, which features restaurants, retailers and more.
Hank's Bagels To Expand With 4th LA County Location
Hank's Bagels, which has made a name for itself in the Valley, is expanding.
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Luxury Colombian Brand Debuts 1st West Coast Popup In LA County
Johanna Ortiz's JO Caravan is now open at The Glass Box at the Americana at Brand.
Mill Valley Residents Outraged At Closure Of 36-Year-Old Whole Foods
A petition to bring back one of the oldest Whole Foods in the U.S. has garnered more than 1,400 signatures.
Sprouts Sets Opening Date For New East Bay Location
The new store is also expected to bring dozens of jobs to the East Bay city, according to officials from the grocery chain.
The rapidly expanding bank chain opened a location on Hartz Avenue, the former location of First Republic Bank.
New Family Entertainment Business To 'Launch' In Temecula
A new family entertainment center is slated to revive the first movie theater & former gym in Temecula, in the Town Square Shopping Center.
Berkeley Flea Market Reopens With New Lease, Renewed Hope
"Legally coming back, I feel very happy," said Ivy Yan, a vendor who has sold sunglasses at the market for the past 25 years.
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Jimmy Kimmel’s Show Back On After ‘Thoughtful Discussions,’ Network Says
Production of Jimmy Kimmel's show was suspended following his comments about the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
CA To Give Out Millions In New Rebates: Do You Qualify?
Millions of California households will see rebates on their October utility bills, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.
Former Executive Of Bay Area Nonprofit Sentenced For Embezzlement Scheme: DOJ
The defendant admitted in April to stealing more than half a million dollars from the nonprofit, authorities said.
Long Beach Vons Closes Self-Checkout Lanes After City Passes New Law
"It's no secret that the grocery industry broadened self-checkout to trim staff, to try to make fewer workers do more," said Derek Smith.
The Battle Over A Healdsburg B&B Takes A New Turn
The next step in the future of the 19th century manor involves finalizing the state license required for a rehab center to operate.
Benihana Worker Who Threw Plates And Punches Says He Endured Racial Slurs: Report
Police say they're investigating the fight after the ex-employee was accused of assaulting a security guard.
Embattled Rohnert Park Recycling Startup Fights Back
Plastic recycling startup Resynergi CEO said opposition to their SOMO Village Plant is driving the move from Rohnert Park and California.
After a nearly two-year prohibition, fishermen can start catching quillback rockfish off the California coast. Salmon remains shut down.
New Terminal 1 Opens At San Diego International Airport
"The New T1 provides the comfort, convenience, and efficiency travelers expect while reflecting the spirit of San Diego."
1.27% Mortgage Rates Needed If Housing Prices Don't Drop In Riverside County: Report
Affordability for homebuyers has improved slightly over the past year, but the dream of owning a home remains out of reach for most.
‘Shop Local, Dine Local’: Ad Campaign Calls On Angelenos To Support Wildfire-Impacted Businesses
A new campaign aims to boost patronage to small and micro businesses impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires.
Invasive Fruit Fly Prompts Quarantine In SoCal
Quarantine zones in Riverside, San Bernardino counties were set as this particular bug threatens California crops.
Low-income Tenants Pitted Against Farmworkers In Sebastopol: Report
Needy renters left with few options after a management company's efforts to fill a Sebastopol apartment complex backfire.
OC Airport Ranks Best In The Nation, Per Report
John Wayne Airport ranked highest in overall passenger satisfaction among large airports in North America for its second year.
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