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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: In-N-Out's owner got specific about three new places where locations could open up, one California airport has been named the most reliable in the nation, and Disneyland is laying off over 100 employees amid an expansion plan.
Additionally, a court has affirmed a ruling that a California woman isn't allowed to live in a condo she purchased thanks to a four-decade old restriction.
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 Sandwich Day is Tuesday and numerous restaurants are offering special deals to commemorate the day. Among them: Jersey Mike's will have free delivery, Firehouse Subs is giving away free subs with a $15 purchase and Potbelly has a buy-one-get-one deal. Check out this roundup for more details.
- Bank of America cardholders can get free admission to more than 30 California museums on Saturday and Sunday through the Museums on Us program. More info.
- Burger King is giving the first 100 customers at its newly remodeled Anaheim restaurant a free Whopper every month for a year on Nov. 14. More info.
Check out this week's top headlines for California business news on Patch:
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- In-N-Out Owner Names 3 Places That Could Be Next As Burger Chain Expands
- A Family Making $325K Qualifies For Government Aid In This CA City: Report
- CA Airport Ranks No. 1 For Reliability: See How Others Across State Fared
- Stolen Anime Trading Card Worth $30K Spotted At CA Convention: Police
- She Bought A Condo, But A CA Court Says She Can't Live In It
- $1M In Stolen Shoes, Backpacks Recovered In SoCal Cargo Theft Bust: Police
- Trader Joe's, Ross, Home Goods Among Chains Planning Major CA Expansions
- Disneyland Lays Off 100+ Employees Amid Park Expansion: Report
- 2027 Housing Market Warning: 'The Wait Keeps Getting Longer,' Report Says
- CA Sues Major Retailer Over Deceptive Pricing Allegations
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Outdoor Drinking Zones Could Be Coming To Downtown LA
The proposal would test whether managed outdoor drinking zones could help revive downtown nightlife while adding new safeguards.
What's Holding Up Parakeet Café's Manhattan Beach Opening?
City planners are weighing an expansion at the downtown café, including a 75-sq-ft addition built without permits by a previous tenant.
Cook's Seafood Announces Closure Of Pleasanton, Menlo Park Restaurants
The restaurant announced in a posted notice that all locations would close effective Wednesday.
Livermore Valley Named American Wine Region Of The Year
Wine Enthusiast honored the historic East Bay wine region for its growing reputation for quality, hospitality and innovation.
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The shop's menu includes several signature arrangements.
Cheech And Chong Bring Dispensary To NorCal
The duo partners with In The Tree Apothecary for its first California Dispensoria in Forestville.
Long-Stalled Walnut Creek Outdoor Entertainment Venue Status Still Pending
The Foundry would bring food, drinks, live entertainment, games, and children’s activities to Locust Street - when it finally opens.
East Bay Shoppers Will Have To Wait To Push Carts At This New Grocery Store Facing Delays: Report
A roughly 17,400-square-foot store will add another grocery option at Moraga's Rheem Valley Shopping Center.
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LA Makes Small Film Shoots Free As Production Slump Deepens
The city approved free permits for shoots with 10 or fewer people as Los Angeles tries to make local production cheaper and easier.
"DoorDash and Instacart share a mission to help local businesses succeed," the company said in a statement Thursday.
Data Center Health Worries Animate Midterm Campaigns
"There is light pollution and sound pollution. The temperature is going to rise," he said.
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LA Sets 20-Year Clock To End Oil And Gas Drilling Citywide
The measure revives Los Angeles’ effort to phase out neighborhood drilling after an earlier ordinance was struck down in court.
Anthropic's IPO Filing Lists 93 Pages Of Risks. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Anthropic framed its technology as potentially game-changing for all of humanity. A dangerous game.
Fender Guitars Clarifies 'Temporary Closure' Of Its US Manufacturing Hub In SoCal
In a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification filed Oct. 15 with the state, Fender reported the plant would temporarily close Dec. 14.
Charles Krug’s parent company will supply grapes and help Missing Thorn expand its national distribution.
Skechers Is Selling A Piece Of Manhattan Beach History
The footwear giant is selling its original downtown headquarters as it consolidates operations into a sprawling new coastal campus.
The additional lanes are intended to improve traffic flow along the Interstate 15 corridor, officials said.
A New Clock Starts For Tobacco Retailers After A Council Vote In Mill Valley
The approved rule covered in-person and delivery sales, with implementation set for early 2027.
SFO-Bound Flight Makes Emergency Landing Over Odor: Report
The flight took off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Wednesday morning, according to a KRON4 report.
Waymo Expands Into LA County's South Bay After Quietly Testing On City Streets
Officials revealed Waymo tested vehicles on local roads before expanding its driverless ride-hailing service into the city.
Giant Digital Billboard Advances On Historic Santa Monica Promenade Building
A 5-1 council vote advances the project despite concerns over historic preservation, housing potential and the removal of healthy trees.
E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Popular CA Pumpkin Patch, 3 Children In 'Serious Condition'
Authorities are investigating serious illnesses potentially linked to the popular fall attraction.
Neurodivergent Job Seekers Get New Path Into LA County Careers
The program pairs neurodivergent job seekers with paid county opportunities while training managers on more inclusive hiring and support.
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