A 'next generation studio' for YouTube creators
Content Partners, an L.A.-based firm that owns the rights to movies and TV shows, and enterepreneur Ed Simpson are launching a new company called Wonderloom Media that will acquire YouTube creator-led businesses.
Hiltzik: Trump greenlights California's dumbest water project
The Cadiz water project, a plan to drain water from the Mojave desert, has been fought by environmentalists for a quarter-century. Trump just approved it — again.
Economists, tech leaders warn AI could bring 'large-scale job displacement' and other risks
Hundreds of well-known economists and tech leaders including from companies such as Anthropic, OpenAI and Google signed a letter urging action now so AI "complements humans and benefits society."
Hiltzik: While Trump declares that U.S. is enjoying 'best economy ever,' manufacturing jobs have been disappearing
Trump promised a 'golden age' for U.S. manufacturing, but his own policies have hampered investment and job growth.
State lawmakers cry foul over new cap placed on film tax credits
More than three dozen state legislators have sent a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom and state government leaders warning of a threat to the film and TV tax credit program.
'Moana' loses its way at the box office with a $43-million domestic opening
Disney's live-action remake of 'Moana' came in first at the box office this weekend, but underperformed expectations.
World Cup fans flock to In-N-Out, Erewhon and Trader Joe's for a taste of California
World Cup fans flock to In N Out, Erewhon and Trader Joes for a taste of Californian culture.
Legendary Television City may be be sold in further blow to Hollywood
Legendary Television City may be be sold in further blow to Hollywood
Los Angeles hotels saved by last-minute surge in World Cup bookings
Los Angeles hotels saved by last-minute surge in World Cup bookings
Billionaire exodus? California drew 10 times more venture capital than any other state this year
Billionaire exodus? California drew 10 times more venture capital than any other state this year
Trump administration clears path for controversial Mojave Desert water pipeline
The California company Cadiz has been trying for years to pipe water out of the Mojave Desert. The Trump administration has approved a pipeline plan that allows it.
Waymo is starting robotaxi service in San Diego
The autonomous ride hailing company Waymo is expanding its services to four new cities including San Diego.
California soccer fans sue StubHub after it fails to deliver expensive World Cup tickets
StubHub sued by soccer fans over World Cup tickets
Meta's new AI image generation tool raises alarm in Hollywood and on Instagram
Meta's Muse Image AI tool lets users remix public Instagram photos — and CAA, SAG-AFTRA and talent managers say it puts creators at risk.
'Moana' debuted just 10 years ago. Why Disney is remaking it as a live-action movie
Ten years ago, Disney released its animated "Moana" to box office success. Can a new live-action remake revive the film's popularity?
L.A. cardrooms applaud court ruling to allow blackjack
A San Francisco Superior Court judge struck down regulations that would ban cardrooms from offering blackjack in California.
Not everyone is leaving California. A new commercial battery maker just landed in Sacramento
A factory in Sacramento will be first in the country to make a new alternative to lithium-ion at commercial scale.
Fire-damaged Pacific Palisades shopping center sets reopening date
Rick Caruso's Palisades Village will reopen Aug. 15. About one-third of the businesses are new, and many tenants are returning to their shops.
Hiltzik: Trump wants to let companies make fewer disclosures, thus keeping investors in the dark
Trump's SEC is considering eliminating the mandate for quarterly corporate financial reports, but even big investors call it a lousy idea.
Walmart's EV chargers are coming to California with discounts for members
The popular retailer Walmart announced plans in 2023 to build a network of electric vehicle chargers at thousands of stores across the country.
