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.
As Netflix and Paramount circle Warner Bros. Discovery, Hollywood unions voice alarm
Several Hollywood unions, including the Writers Guild of America and Teamsters, have expressed serious concerns over a potential sale of Warner Bros. Discovery or its assets to Netflix or Paramount.
Investor pleads guilty in criminal case that felled hedge fund, damaged B. Riley
Brian Kahn has pleaded guilty in a case that brought down a hedge fund, helped lead to the bankruptcy of a retailer and damaged West L.A. investment bank B. Riley Financial.
California, other states sue Trump administration over $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
Multiple states argue the $100,000 fee for each new skilled worker visa for foreign employees working in the U.S. threatens critical education and healthcare services.
Trump signs order to limit state AI regulations, with California in the crosshairs
Tech industry leaders championed the order to create uniform national rules, but many state lawmakers warn it eliminates consumer protections and threatens jobs.
Podcast industry is divided as AI bots flood the airways with thousands of programs
AI podcasts are flooding the airways as California companies make thousands to see what sticks
L.A. County sues oil companies over unplugged oil wells in Inglewood
The lawsuit filed Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court charges four oil companies with failing to properly clean up at least 227 idle or exhausted wells in the oil field near Baldwin Hills.
California unemployment rises in September as forecast predicts slow jobs growth
Government figures released Thursday show California's unemployment rate rose, while a Chapman University forecast predicts slow job growth next year.
The newest Trader Joe's opens in Orange County
The popular grocery chain Trader Joe's has opened a new store in Costa Mesa and plans to open two more in New York and South Carolina before the year ends.
After 97 years and a catastrophic fire, the Palisadian-Post newspaper ceases publication
In a 'final blow,' the 97-year-old Palisadian-Post newspaper has ceased publication as Pacific Palisades works to recover from the January fire.
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI, licenses Mickey Mouse to Sora AI platform
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI, strikes licensing deal
Hiltzik: Paramount-Warner fight shows the hostile takeover is back. So are the egos of the combatants
Hostile takeover bidders bring money and ego--and now, political influence
Roblox sued by Southern California families alleging children met predators on its platform
The San Mateo, Calif., company has faced scrutiny over child safety concerns but has been rolling out new features to protect young users.
Instacart is charging different prices to different customers in a dangerous AI experiment, report says
A new study shows that some grocery shoppers on Instacart are paying 23% more for the same item. Instacart uses AI to experiment with pricing, according to its website.
San Francisco supervisor proposes boost to city's film and TV tax incentive
San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman has proposed an increase to the city's film and TV tax incentive program.
Six Flags Magic Mountain plans to demolish two park rides — will you miss them?
Six Flags will remove a 70-year-old coaster called the Magic Flyer, and the 40-year-old swing ride Tweety's Escape, named after the iconic Looney Tunes character.
Democratic lawmakers say Paramount bid for Warner raises 'serious national security concerns'
Royal families from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi would contribute $24 billion to the Larry Ellison bid.
Paramount wants to buy Warner Bros. What to know about hostile takeover bids
A high-stakes bidding war heated up this week when Paramount made a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, challenging a multibillion-dollar Netflix deal to buy the entertainment juggernaut.
Hollywood has already faced steep job cuts. The Warner deal could make it worse
Hollywood has faced a difficult last few years, with the COVID-19 pandemic and the dual strikes. A merger between two major players could mean even more job cuts, experts said.
Hiltzik: Is $140,000 really a poverty income? Clearly not, but the viral debate underscores the 'affordability' issue
A wealth manager wrote that $140,000 a year means poverty in today's America, sparking controversy. He's wrong, but he made a good point
