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CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: The new Bed Bath & Beyond doesn't want to do business in California — and Gov. Gavin Newsom is just fine with that.

Additionally, 14 people were arrested in the largest organized retail-theft case in Home Depot's history.

Plus, America's best gas station restaurant has been crowned — and it's in California.

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

It's the tail end of Labor Day weekend, and if you're looking to score a deal before heading back to work on Tuesday, Patch has you covered. We've compiled a list of a range of Labor Day deals — from $10 pizzas to clearance sales at clothing stores. Check out the full list here.

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

• Bed, Bath & Beyond Refusing To Open Stores In CA — But Newsom's Unbothered
• Gas Station Sashimi? America's Top-Ranked Gas Station Restaurant Is In CA
• 3 Bills Would Protect California Workers From AI Management, But Will Costs Stand In The Way?
• Councilwoman Pushes Back Against New Home Depot Planned For LA Due To Immigration Raids: 'You Are Complicit'
• Southwest Changes Requirements For Plus-Size Travelers
• Salsa Kingpin Hired Motorcycle Gang Member To Burn Down Failing Restaurant: DOJ
• 14 Arrested In Largest Organized Retail Theft Case In Home Depot History: Authorities

The Bottom Line

• The state has struck a significant agreement allowing Uber and Lyft drivers — who are currently classified as independent contractors — to unionize and bargain collectively. In exchange, the state will reduce insurance mandates the companies have blamed for high fares and reduced driver earnings. Read more at Politico.
• The state Assembly is continuing its efforts to target private-equity takeovers of medical practices. The body unanimously passed a bill that would ban private-equity firms and hedge funds from influencing clinical decisions within medical and dental practices. As the Wall Street Journal reports, this bill is designed more narrowly than a proposal Gov. Gavin Newsom previously vetoed.

More Restaurant News

Café Run By Bay Area Woman Provides Hope, Help For Homeless

A Peninsula woman has been a source of hope and help the homeless in northern San Mateo County for nearly 30 years.

Yum Food Fest Returns To Palm Desert This Fall

The food festival and night market is celebrating its five year anniversary this year.

Dishdash, Popular Middle Eastern Chain, To Open Dublin Location

The Silicon Valley casual Middle Eastern restaurant chain will open a Dublin location in early 2026, the owners announced.

Dutch Bros Coffee May Soon Open Its First South Bay Location

South Bay residents would no longer have to travel to East Los Angeles or Orange County to get their fill of Dutch Bros Coffee.

Rumorosa Shines Bright With Bold Flavors, Beautiful Views: Review

Located in the heart of the harbor, Rumorosa is Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina's signature Cali-Baja restaurant.

Longtime Temecula Valley Winery Closes Restaurant, Relocates Tasting Room: What To Know

The Temecula Valley winery is relocating its tasting room to its winemaking facility on Pauba Road and is closing its longtime restaurant.

This Panamanian-Caribbean Restaurant Made A Name For Itself In LA. Now, It's Moving To Long Beach

"It's been crazy to see our growth in four years and now where we are today," Mercedes Squires said. "We have something really special."

More Retail News

JCPenney Set To Close In OC Mall

The oldest anchor store at the Westminster Mall is closing by November.

New Math Learning Center Adds Up To A 'Welcoming Space' For Youth

Mathnasium will soon celebrate its grand opening in San Leandro.

Lava Lamps, Ball Pits, Rubber Ducks And More At East Bay Pop-Up

The immersive "Bubble Planet" invites people of all ages to explore its unique offerings.

More Business News

City Workers Would Be Banned From Moonlighting For ICE Under Proposed LA Law

"Ensuring that city employees do not participate in immigration enforcement agency actions is critical to maintaining community trust."

Updated Fee Schedule Eyed For New Sex-Oriented Businesses In Riverside County

Massage parlors, strip clubs, motels, sexually oriented bookstores and related businesses in unincorporated communities would be impacted.

Delta To Pay $78.8M For Dumping Fuel Over SoCal

Delta pilots making an emergency landing at LAX dumped jettisoned about 15,000 pounds of jet fuel, drenching kids at recess among thousands.

San Jose City Council Approves Deal To Keep The Sharks In The City Until 2051

The San Jose City Council unanimously approved a deal Tuesday to renovate the Sharks' arena and keep the team in the city until 2051.

Early Estimates Of Pickett Fire's Economic Impact To Napa Wine Industry Around $65M

"I think about years past when we lost all our fruit," Regalia said. "There were years we had so much smoke that we didn't harvest fruit."

TV And Film Productions Return To California After New Tax Credit Expansion

The productions include the Apple TV+ series "Stick," which shot its first season in Canada, and CBS's NCIS Origins.

LA28 Unveils Impact And Sustainability Plan For Summer Olympics

"It's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to uplift our communities and lead by example," the LA28 CEO said.