Environmental groups press to halt Imperial Valley lithium venture
The groups say the project's environmental review did not account for effects on scarce water resources in the area.
Netflix stock plunges to 52-week low following mixed earnings report
Netflix stock declined 11% on Thursday morning, after investors raised concerns about Netflix's future growth following its second-quarter earnings report.
Netflix reports higher profits as investors worry about growth
Netflix beat analyst expectations on net income in the second quarter, as the streamer sought to reassure investors that its business model remains strong.
Hiltzik: As Trump torpedoes antitrust enforcement, the states fill the vacuum
The states' lawsuit to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger shows they're willing to step in when the federal government abandons antitrust cases.
Beyond targets new customers with a protein drink
Beyond is launching a new lineup of plant-based protein products to gain back customers in a protein craze.
Meta accused of using AI to pick employees with medical conditions for layoffs
Twenty-six current and former Meta employees, including some from California, allege the company violated federal and state laws. Meta denied the accusations.
SpaceX stock erases all its gains and slides below IPO price in intraday trading
SpaceX shares dipped below their IPO price of $135 on Wednesday morning for the first time since listing, signaling dwindling hype around the Elon Musk company.
California employer health premiums will cost as much as a new car in 2027
Employers are bracing for what could be the highest rise in health insurance premiums in 16 years, driving up the cost of family coverage in California to more than $30,000.
Netflix is the king of streaming. So why is its stock down this year?
Some investors are concerned about Netflix's future growth, causing the company's stock price to tumble 21% year to date.
Paramount shareholder lawsuit accuses Ellisons of corruption
The Delaware suit alleges Paramount won the bidding war for Warner Bros. by assuring President Trump there would be sweeping changes at CNN.
Millions of dollars were wagered on 'Love Island.' Why Kalshi wants more trades in reality TV
'Love Island' marked Kalshi's largest TV market to date, with over $77 million in trading. With more success in its culture markets, the overall percentage of female traders on the prediction market platform has doubled in the last year.
Grocery Outlet restarts expansion with new California branches
Grocery Outlet is opening an Ontario Ranch location after announcing the closure of nine California stores earlier this year.
Midwest burger chain targets California, taking on In-N-Out
Watch out, In-N-Out; another chain is targeting California consumers with its big burgers.
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.
