Tesla Owner Revolt | World's Greatest Place | Egg Price Crack | Freebies: CA Business News

CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: egg prices could soon fall from their current price of over $10 a dozen, the Golden State's lucrative wine industry faces major threats from Trump's tariffs, and two of the "World's Greatest Places" are right here in California.

Additionally, Tesla owners across the state — including at least one U.S. senator — are grappling with the fact that their cars, once symbols of environmentalism, have taken on a new symbolic meaning in the face of Elon Musk's rise to power in Washington.

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

Happy St. Patrick's Day! To celebrate the luck of the Irish, Krispy Kreme is giving away a free doughnut to anyone who shows up wearing green — and yes, the doughnuts are green, too. The promotion ends at the close of business Monday.

While one Southern California theme park gets plenty of recognition for its locals-only discounts, Disneyland isn't the only one enticing Californians with solid pricing. Legoland California Resort is offering a promotion where guests can receive a fourth free annual pass when they purchase three — creating a savings of up to $349.

On March 20, Dairy Queen will offer customers a free ice cream cone — no purchase necessary and no strings attached.

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

• 'Wouldn't Buy One Now': CA Tesla Owners Reckon With MAGA Musk
• Eggs Still Over $10 Per Dozen — But Relief May Be Coming For CA Shoppers
• Trade Wars And Tariffs Threaten CA Wine Industry: 'All Of This At Risk'
• Southwest Airlines Kills 54-Year-Old 'Bags Fly Free' Policy
• Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service In 4 CA Cities
• CA Home With 6 Kitchens, Overhead Tank Of Sharks Listed For $59M
• 2 Of World's Greatest Places Are In California: New List
• USC's Student Cost For 2025-26 Academic Year: About $100,000
• 3 CA Cities Top Nationwide List Of Areas With Worst Inflation
• Thousands Of CA Taxpayers Are Owed Unclaimed IRS Refunds

The Bottom Line

• The California-based tuna brand Bumble Bee Foods is facing a lawsuit filed by fisherman who claim they were beaten by their captains, trapped on vessels and denied medical attention in what amounts to allegations that the company benefited from human trafficking.
• The state's insurance regulator said he would approve an emergency request by California's largest insurer to raise home-insurance premiums 22% for about a million customers if the insurance giant could justify the hike at a public hearing.
• As Tesla deals with a stock nosedive, declining sales and a divisive CEO, the company is ramping up its testing of completely self-driving cars in California.

More Restaurant News

Alameda Restaurant Week Continues Through March 23

More than three dozen restaurants, bars, breweries and wineries are participating this year.

San Francisco's Oldest Indian Restaurant Faces Closure

"January has been one of the slowest [months] in 36 years," the restaurant's owner said, reflecting on the severe decline in foot traffic and business.

This Beloved SF Michelin Star Restaurant Is Closing Its Doors

Lord Stanley has offered an elegant fine dining experience to San Franciscans for the past 10 years.

Bottle Of CA-Grown Wine Fetches $225K At Auction

The 2021 Markham Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was acquired by a group of bidders including rap artist 50 Cent.

Palm Desert Food & Wine Brings Top Chefs, Vintners And Brewmasters To Desert

The four-day culinary experience returns to Coachella Valley March 20 to 23 with four days of cuisine and wine tastings.

New Italian Restaurant Piatti To Open Doors In Laguna Beach

An Italian eatery is opening its doors this spring in Laguna Beach.

More Retail News

Sonoma County City Expands Ban On Chain Stores Downtown

Healdsburg likes its small-town feel and is working to protect it, even if it means keeping some pretty familiar names from coming into town.

Firefighters Evacuate Costco Warehouse Distribution Center Workers

Firefighters assisted workers at the Mira Loma Costco distribution center after that building "filled with smoke."

Fashion Week At El Paseo Returns To Palm Desert

Fashion Week El Paseo returns to Palm Desert from March 14 to 19, transforming downtown into the ultimate style destination.

San Diego Increases Retail Cannabis Tax Rates 20%

"It sounds like folks are going to stop buying here and turn to another source," Councilman Kent Lee said.

Security Guard Shoots And Kills Boy Who Drove Into SoCal Dispensary

The driver, a 16-year-old wearing a ski mask, was rushed to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead.

More Business News

Bay Area Transit Agency Files Complaint As Workers' Strike Rolls Into 2nd Day

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority has filed a legal complaint over the ongoing VTA workers' strike.

Livemore Plans To Develop Airport Aviation Innovation Center

The proposed center would serve as a hub for developing clean new aviation technology.

Pleasanton Homeowners Could Receive Up To $15K For ADUs

Rebates of up to $15,000 are available for homeowners who build Accessory Dwelling Units on their property.

'Pokemon Go' Developer Niantic's Catalog Purchased By LA County-Based Company

The Culver City company is buying "Pokémon Go" and other popular mobile games from developer Niantic.

Long Beach Airport Launches New Search Engine To Find Flights

The new tool allows users to browse nonstop flights to 23 airports and one-stop service to nearly 400 cities.

California Fire Foundation Raises $20M for Fire Relief

In the two months since the fires, the nonprofit has provided 1.8 million in aid to nearly 23,000 families.

45-Day Moratorium On Airbnbs Put In Place In Coachella Valley Areas

The moratorium on operating certificates takes effect immediately and is slated to sunset on April 25. The pause, however, can be extended.

LA Bars Landlords From Evicting To Remodel Units

The temporary ban means tenants in good standing can't be evicted if their unit requires major structural, electrical, plumbing work.

San Diego County Supervisors Vote To Advance Tenant Protection Ordinance

"No one should have to fear losing their home or being taken advantage of at their most vulnerable moment."

SoCal Man Sues After Botched Surgery That Cost Him His Leg: Report

A 58-year-old undergoing a routine knee surgery ended up with a knee amputation after a surgery ended in disaster, reports say.

Temecula Explores Rapid Bus To San Diego

Plans to develop a rapid route between Temecula, Escondido and San Marcos college locations are in the works.

San Diego Foundation Grants $130K To Help With Free Tax Services

The foundation awarded grants to six organizations that will provide outreach, education, and access to free mobile tax preparation events.

Education Dept. To Cut Half Its Staff: See Possible CA Impacts

Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said this is "a significant step toward restoring the greatness of the United States education system."

Desert X In Photos: 2025 Exhibition Opens In Coachella Valley

The exhibition uses the open desert as its backdrop for 11 installations by artists from Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East.

91 Freeway Getting Major Overhaul To Lessen Big Bottleneck Area

Inland Empire residents regularly use the 91 freeway to commute to Orange and Los Angeles counties.

County Distributes First Round Of Palisades Fire Aid

Here's how Los Angeles County is divvying up its first round of aid to those impacted by the Palisades Fire.