Hiltzik: The Democrats' first 'affordability' remedy should be raising the federal minimum wage
The value of the federal minimum wage peaked in 1968. Let's bring it up to date.
California judge says she was fired after objecting to settlements with insurers seeking rate hikes
An administrative law judge says she was fired after objecting to settlements California Department of Insurance regulators reached with carriers seeking rate hikes.
He built a chipmaking giant. Now Jensen Huang faces his biggest test
Nvidia is facing a major test as revelations surface that he had an affair with a suspected Chinese spy.
Another California winery is struggling, being sued by lenders amid a slump in wine demand
The suit against Ehren Jordan Wine Cellars adds to a string of California winery bankruptcies, layoffs and closures as sales slump.
Billionaire tax rejected on concern squeezing California's ultra-rich would harm the economy
Supporters of Proposition 40, a proposal to tax California billionaires to mostly fund healthcare, faced opposition from politicians, a teachers union and other powerful groups before residents cast their votes.
Lawmakers briefed on Nvidia affair as security concerns mount
Congressional Republicans have called on Huang himself to provide an update, warning the incident raised 'significant national security concerns.'
Skydance looks to cut more than $6 billion as it integrates Warner Bros. operations
Executives warned that the Warner Bros. film slate would be disappointing in the fourth quarter.
James Gunn and Peter Safran are replaced as heads of DC Studios
Skydance made the announcement Monday. Gunn and Safran will be replaced by Marvel veteran Jeremy Latcham.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's image tarnished by board investigation and affair, analysts say
Nvidia's board of directors said Sunday it will launch an investigation into its CEO Jensen Huang, after he revealed he had an affair with a former Chinese executive.
Great America, the Bay Area's premier theme park, is closing for good. Here's when
Great America, the beloved hometown theme park for generations of Northern Californians, has announced there will be one more season of roller coasters and funnel cakes before the gates close for good.
SoCal's El Pollo Loco says it's found a sweet spot for concerned consumers
El Pollo Loco posted positive third quarter earnings on Thursday and has seen its shares rise nearly 50% so far this year.
California's 'billionaire tax' is still undecided. Here's where Proposition 40 stands
How each county in California voted for the billionaires tax Proposition 40 and its two counter ballot measures, Proposition 41 and 42.
Jane Kim wins race to be California's next insurance commissioner
Former San Francisco Supervisor Jane Kim declared victory Friday in the race to be California's next insurance commissioner, with veteran legislator Ben Allen conceding.
Tesla will phase out Cybertruck production next year, Musk says
Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said that the company will be winding down production of the Cybertruck at its Texas factory next year.
No one wanted this Long Beach home until waves crashed into its living room
An oceanfront home on the Long Beach Peninsula couldn't find a buyer at $4.95 million. But after it was damaged by massive waves, its price dropped and it's getting plenty of interest.
Hiltzik: CVS unwinds its big mergers, ending a dream of healthcare dominance
CVS thought bigness would be better, but it turned out to be wrong.
Clifton's quietly reopens with plans to become an immersive, Meow Wolf-inspired megaspace
The new operators have grand dreams for the famed downtown venue, including a long-running, never-ending, 'Dungeons & Dragons'-inspired game.
Social media companies sue California over new law restricting use for children
Technology giants are pushing back against efforts to block teens from endless scrolling.
What the Democratic landslide means for GOP booster Elon Musk and his businesses
Tesla, SpaceX and X CEO Elon Musk reportedly spent close to $450 million backing Republican candidates. His companies could have challenging times ahead.
New Culver City development will add hundreds of apartments, two parks and restaurants
Construction has begun on a $200-million apartment complex in Culver City at a time when housing development in much of Los Angeles County has slowed in spite of strong demand.