CALIFORNIA — This week in California business news: A Golden State company has become the world’s first public company to hit $4 trillion in value, an iconic amusement park is closing as it nears its fifth decade, and a newly opened hotel — the very largest in the state — is offering day passes for its water park.
Additionally, a California woman is fuming as she deals with hundreds of unwanted Amazon packages piling up on her doorstep.
But before getting to the biggest business stories in the Golden State, here are some of the best consumer deals of the week:
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- Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale has officially begun. The once-a-year sale includes major discounts on luxury beauty products, clothing, accessories and more. Check out a rundown of some of the best finds at Page Six.
- Willing to brave the summertime crowds at Disneyland? A discount may be waiting for you. The park is offering special pricing on hotel stays and tickets, including park access that starts at $100 per day with a multi-day ticket. Disneyland workers tell Patch summer crowds have dwindled amid the immigration raids hitting SoCal. Visit the Disneyland website for complete details.
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The popular employee-owned Chicago-style pizza chain is opening its second Tri-Valley location in Livermore later this year.
One Of SoCal’s Oldest Restaurants To Close After 117 Years: Reports
The eatery, which claims to be Los Angeles’ oldest restaurant and saloon, is set to close next month after over a century in business.
The fast-casual joint known for its famous Charburgers will celebrate its Southwest Riverside County location with a VIP pre-opening event.
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New Home-Design Warehouse Opens Near Santee: What To Know About Grand Opening
Through mid-July, the new home design warehouse will be offering prizes and discounts, as well as these contests.
Old Town Temecula’s Favored Live Music Venue Silenced ‘For The Rest Of The Year’
Musicians booked for this local Old Town venue have been canceled thanks to the city’s new ordinance.
2 Beloved Old Town Temecula Antique Malls Forced To Close
Old Town Antique Faire, located at 28601 Old Town Front St., #D, and Fourth Street Antiques, at 41975 4th St., will close August 31.
Buildings Leased To Starbucks, Circle K, Sell For $8 Million In The Coachella Valley
The buildings are part of the Cathedral Cove Center along Highway 111.
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Prolific Thief Who Stole $25K Worth Of Shoes Across LA County Arrested: LAPD
The 23-year-old was arrested after he was linked to nine separate robberies and grand thefts, police said.
Garbage Piles Up Around CA As Workers Join Nationwide Strike
Trash pickup has stalled around the state as Republic Services workers demand better pay and working conditions.
Altercation Over Pokemon Cards Turns Violent At Game Stop
A person was stabbed repeatedly at the Game Stop store in Colma on Saturday.
Have you ever wondered where that 2% assessment from hotels with 70 rooms or more within the city of San Diego goes?
LAX, Burbank Airport Get Federal Funding For Upgrades
Los Angeles County airports have received federal grant funding that will pay for several projects.
Musk Unveils Grok 4 Update A Day After XAI Chatbot Made Antisemitic Remarks
Musk introduced the new model in a livestream on X late Wednesday, calling Grok 4 “the smartest AI in the world.”
South OC City Best Place For Renters, Report Finds
This south Orange County city is Southern California’s top spot for renters, The Orange County Register reported.
4 Arrested In RivCo Retail Theft Sting
In a crackdown on retail theft, deputies arrested a group of people on suspicion of such crimes.
The news of the trolleys came shortly after Los Angeles city officials moved forward with building a new amphitheater along the waterfront.
Travelers Will See These San Diego International Airport Improvements Thanks To New Grant Award
San Diego International Airport is one of 18 California airports to receive the 2025 improvement grants. See what changes are in store.
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