Why fintech firm Bilt is funding its own original series 'Roomies'
New York fintech firm Bilt has created a loyal following of its original series "Roomies," which it produces in-house and recently held a screening of it in a movie theater.
Erewhon and others shut by fire set to reopen in Pacific Palisades mall
Fancy grocer Erewhon will return to Pacific Palisades in an entirely rebuilt store, as the neighborhood's luxury mall, owned by developer Rick Caruso, undergoes renovations for a reopening next August.
Senators dig into FCC chairman's role in Jimmy Kimmel controversy
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) chastised his Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee colleagues: "The 1st Amendment is not a one-way license for one team to abuse the power."
Hollywood stars launch Creators Coalition on AI
A group of 18 people who work in the entertainment industry, including actors Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Natasha Lyonne, launched a coalition that aims to advocate for the rights of creators amid AI's boom.
California Pizza Kitchen chain finds new investor group for growth
The group plans to expand the franchise, create new products and enhance the brand's presence across restaurants and retail, according to a news release.
California DMV threatens to shut down Tesla sales over 'autopilot' false advertising
The California DMV has given Tesla 90 days to correct its misleading advertising for its driving assistance features or the company will be barred from selling vehicles in the state for one month.
28 films, including a biopic from Snoop Dogg, are awarded production incentives
More than two dozen films, including a project from director Ang Lee, have been awarded a production incentive for shooting in California.
Warner Bros. rejects Paramount's hostile bid, accuses Ellison family of failing to put money into the deal
Taking the gloves off, Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount's hostile bid and accused Paramount of misleading shareholders by painting a rosy picture of its proposal, which Warner says falls well short of Netflix's offer.
Edison neglected maintenance of its aging transmission lines before the Jan. 7 fires. Now it's trying to catch up
Southern California Edison began charging customers for hundreds of millions of dollars of maintenance on its aging transmission lines that regulators approved but it did not actually do in the four years before the Eaton fire, according to state documents.
Hiltzik: Republicans don't have a healthcare plan, just a plan to kill Obamacare
The GOP healthcare proposal would undermine the Affordable Care Act, its goal for the last 15 years.
At a Silicon Valley summit, robots fold laundry—and investors open their wallets
California startups are building robots to help with fold laundry and other tedious tasks as the race to dominate artificial intelligence intensifies against countries such as China.
Eaton fire survivors ask Edison for emergency housing relief
A coalition of Eaton fire survivors and community groups on Tuesday called on Southern California Edison to provide immediate housing assistance to the thousands of people who lost their homes in the Jan. 7 wildfire.
Port of Los Angeles records bustling 2025 but expects trade to fall off next year
The Port of L.A. expects to close the year having moved more than 10 million containers for only the third time in its history. But it expects a 7% drop in 2026.
SpaceX eyes possible record IPO. What's behind the hype
Elon Musk's SpaceX is eyeing an initial public offering that could be the largest ever, at least partially driven by a plan to launch AI data centers into orbit.
Amazon distribution center at LAX sells for record price
Amazon distribution center at LAX sells for record price
Big media and sports deals soared in 2025, report finds
Consulting firm PwC noted an uptick in deal values, a trend that should continue next year with the planned sale of Warner Bros.
Hiltzik: Serious backlash to a Netflix/Warner Bros deal may come from European regulators
European antitrust regulators are notoriously stricter than U.S. agencies. What does that mean for the Netflix-Paramount-Warner Bros. dealmaking?
What happens to Roombas now that the company has declared bankruptcy?
Roomba maker IRobot files for bankrupcy, Chinese supplier to take control
Plant closure will lead to hundreds of layoffs in Riverside
Swift Beef Company, a subsidiary of the meat-processing giant JBS, is closing a packing facility in Riverside and will lay off more than 300 employees.
Some big water agencies in farming areas get water for free. Critics say that needs to end
The federal government is providing water to some large agricultural districts for free. In a new study, researchers urge the Trump administration to start charging more for water.
