Red Lobster considering more restaurant closures, CEO says

Red Lobster's new CEO said sales are up 10% from last year, but the restaurant is still working to repair a "very damaged brand."

IKEA expanding in Southern California -- see where

It will be the 11th IKEA in California and the 10th in Southern California, joining existing full-sized stores in Burbank, Carson, Costa Mesa, and Covina.

Harun Coffee returns to Leimert Park with renewed community vision

Harun Coffee has reopened in Leimert Park after closing in 2024 due to post-pandemic challenges. The beloved Black-owned business has returned with a revamped concept, serving as a community coffee hub by day and a cultural space by night.

Dollar Tree makes an upscale play to fuel sales

Dollar Tree is making an upscale play to fuel sales - saying the majority of its new customers make six figures.

Wendy's to close hundreds of restaurants as company looks to focus on value to boost sales

Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.

Costco is officially retiring a decades-old tradition

Costco CEO Ron Vachris confirms a major digital overhaul is coming to the warehouse in 2026 to eliminate a "clunky" in-store requirement for members.

Francesca's files for bankruptcy, launches closing sales at all locations

Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.

Some gift cards sold at Costco are now worthless

Shoppers who bought restaurant gift cards at Costco may be in for a costly surprise.

Anaheim's OC Vibe unveils six new bar and lounge concepts for Katella Commons

The concepts will anchor a 50,000-square-foot market hall featuring 21 chef-driven kitchens, located directly beneath the Weave office building.

Westwood 99 Ranch Market reopens following deadly car crash

The 99 Ranch Market in Westwood reopened on Wednesday, less than a week after a 92-year-old driver crashed into the store, killing three people.

Westminster Mall transformation to feature 2,250 homes, new hotel

Discover the plans for Bolsa Pacific, the 83-acre redevelopment replacing Westminster Mall with 2,250 homes, a hotel, and 15 acres of open space.

Mark Zuckerberg becomes latest California billionaire to relocate to Florida amid tax concerns

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly relocating from California to Florida, acquiring a $150 million mansion in Miami’s "Billionaire Bunker" amid a proposed 5% California wealth tax.

New California bill seeks to make remote work permanent for some employees

California Assembly Bill 1729 seeks to establish remote work for state employees and challenge Governor Newsom’s July 1 return-to-office mandate.

Mayor Bass takes new action against ICE in LA

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Tuesday signed a new executive directive for immigrant protections as a new county report reveals $840 million in losses due to federal enforcement.