How the spike in gas prices is jolting California's giant economy
The sharp rise in gas and diesel prices due to the Iran war is quickly rippling through the world's fourth-largest economy.
Sony's newest gadget is a $100,000 EV, and it's debuting in California
Sony and Honda are launching a luxury EV brand called Afeela, available exclusively in California
Luxury outdoor mall Victoria Gardens sold for more than $500 million
Victoria Gardens sold
California attorney general vows to scrutinize Paramount's deal for Warner Bros. Discovery
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta called out the federal government for largely vacating its role as antitrust regulator.
Universal Pictures will now keep its movies in theaters for at least five weekends
Universal Pictures will now keep its movies in theaters for at least five weekends, a reversal from the studio's previous policy of about 17 days.
Anduril set to acquire Orange County space surveillance company
The purchase of ExoAnalytic Solutions, for an undisclosed sum, is meant to boost Anduril's capabilities in space domain awareness, battle management and fire control.
Why hundreds of people in L.A. are strapping cameras on their bodies to do chores
AI and robotics companies need data on movements in the physical world. Some are paying gig workers to record themselves cooking dinner and doing laundry.
Hiltzik: Betting on war? Why prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are a problem
As prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket offer more ways to bet on elections, war, the Oscars and more, their dangers are growing.
Kanye West ordered to pay former contractor $140,000 over Malibu mansion lawsuit
A jury found controversial rapper and music mogul Kanye West liable in the lawsuit by his former contractor in a dispute over his Malibu mansion and ordered to pay $140,000.
Yamaha is leaving California after nearly 50 years
Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. is the latest company to leave California, seeking increased efficiency and profitability.
Disneyland Resort President Thomas Mazloum named parks chief
Disneyland Resort President Thomas Mazloum will succeed Josh D'Amaro as Walt Disney Co.'s parks chief, the company said Tuesday.
LAX board approves fee hike for companies like Uber, Lyft and others
Los Angeles World Airports commissioners approved fee increases to ride-hailing companies operating at LAX, meaning the cost of getting picked up or dropped off by Uber and Lyft will get pricier.
Hiltzik: Those job numbers tell us that Trump's economy really stinks
A huge loss in jobs is a reminder that Trump's policies have stifled economic growth all year, and the Iran war will only make things worse.
Ross opens new stores in Southern California
Two more discount retail stores have landed in Southern California.
Beyond Meat drops 'Meat' from name
Beyond Meat is changing its brand to just Beyond.
What soaring gas prices mean for California's EV market
As the war in Iran drives up the price of oil and gas, more U.S. consumers could turn toward electric vehicles as a money-saving option.
Nearly 60 gigawatts of U.S. clean power stalled, trade group finds
Developers of clean energy projects are seeing an average delay of 19 months over issues such as long interconnection times, supply constraints and regulatory barriers.
Feud between Vegas gambler and Paramount exec sparks $150-million fraud lawsuit
R.J. Cipriani filed a lawsuit against Jeff Shell alleging fraud and other counts, saying Shell reneged on an oral agreement to develop an English-language version of a Spanish music show.
With a big $46-million opening for 'Hoppers,' Disney and Pixar see a return to form
Disney and Pixar's 'Hoppers" topped the domestic box office this weekend with $46 million, the highest total for an original animated film since 2017's "Coco."
State Farm reaches deal to keep 17% hike in home insurance rates
The agreement sent to a judge late Friday cements a $530-million emergency hike in home insurance rates Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara negotiated with the insurer last summer.