Culver City weighs drive-thru ban following backlash over proposed In-N-Out

Culver City has enacted a temporary freeze on new drive-thru permits, weighing a permanent ban after residents protested a massive proposed In-N-Out location.

IRS COVID tax refund deadline is approaching: What to know

Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.

LA's first luxury gas station 'Maggie's Refuel' is coming to Beverly Hills

Food-tech entrepreneur Alex Canter has raised $2 million to launch Maggie’s Refuel, a luxury gas station and boutique market opening in Beverly Hills in 2027.

These Social Security recipients will receive 2 payments in July

Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.

California restaurant goes viral for strict policy on misbehaving children

One Bay Area restaurant caused discourse online after a post went viral last week on the establishment's policy about fining parents when their children run around and are unruly.

7-Eleven sues Nike over new Air Max 95s set for July 11 release

7-Eleven found something a little too familiar about the new orange, green, and red-striped Nike sneakers set to be released next week, and the convenience store chain is asking a federal court to do something about it. 

Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division

Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.

Alibaba agrees to pay $600 million to settle illegal drug lawsuit

Alibaba reached a massive financial settlement with the U.S. government to resolve accusations that the company allowed the sale and importation of illegal pharmaceuticals and medical equipment on its major platforms.

Another Costco warehouse and gas station coming to Downey

The Downey City Council approved a $10.5 million development agreement to build a new Costco warehouse and gas station on Firestone Boulevard.

Trump Accounts for kids launch July 4: How to get $1,000

Trump Accounts, a new initiative to boost babies' financial independence later in life, kicks off on Independence Day.

Kroger to buy Giant Eagle after failed Albertsons merger

Kroger plans to acquire Giant Eagle which has over 100 supermarkets and multiple pharmacies in several states.

Target and Ulta Beauty to end store partnership this August

A popular beauty brand’s five-year relationship with one of the nation’s largest chains is expected to end next month.

Trump earned $1.2 billion from crypto business, filings show

A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.

New California laws in effect July 1, 2026

A sweeping slate of new California state laws is in effect July 1, introducing strict regulations across public education, food safety, consumer technology, and transportation.