Kaiser Permanente, unions reach labor deal to avert strike
An alliance of unions representing 50,000 Kaiser Permanente workers in California, Oregon and six other states called off a strike notice after reaching a tentative labor deal Saturday
US Coast Guard investigating Chinese state-owned cargo ship for possible role in California oil spill
A second named cargo ship is under investigation for its potential involvement in an early October oil spill off the Southern California coastline.
Los Angeles' new COVID-19 vaccine mandate decried by restaurant owners, managers
A new vaccine mandate requiring proof of shots for anyone entering a wide array of businesses – everything from restaurants to shopping malls to theaters – went into effect in Los Angeles on Monday.
Colorado Dem governor has paid little in taxes despite wealth, report says
Colorado’s Democratic Governor Jared Polis is drawing scrutiny for paying little in taxes despite earnings that classify him as a millionaire.
Fixing PG&E is one of America's most difficult CEO jobs
As a California wildfire was exploding in July to become the state’s second-largest ever, Patti Poppe made an executive decision.
California city considers offering highest minimum wage in the nation: 'Can't survive it'
The West Hollywood City Council in California is considering increasing the minimum wage to the highest in the nation: $17.64 an hour.
Ariana Grande sells Los Angeles mansion for $14 million
Ariana Grande is saying “Thank U, Next” to her Los Angeles mansion, which sold Wednesday for $14 million
Los Angeles railroad lined with homeless encampments sees rash of cargo container burglaries
The backlog of cargo containers making their way from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach saw widespread burglaries as they were carried on trains through an area of tracks lined by homeless encampments.
California judge rules for drugmakers in opioid lawsuit
A California judge ruled late Monday that four drug companies can't be held liable for fueling widespread opioid addiction in the state.
Major California city becomes the most unaffordable housing market in America
Sacramento, California, is at the top of the list for the United States’s least affordable new homes markets.
Malibu home sells for $177 million, setting new California record
Fashion mogul Serge Azria has sold an oceanfront estate in Malibu, Calif., for $177 million.
Newsom, Buttigieg announce billions in loans to address bottlenecks and upgrade California ports
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced a loan partnership Thursday to address the state's clogged ports.
California high school truck driver program addresses shortage annihilating supply chain
Patterson High School's supply chain and logistics program focuses on training seniors for truck driving careers.
Truck driver shortage hits record high, threatening to hurt holiday shopping
The holidays could become more complicated this year as the shortage of truck drivers continues to grow.
American Airlines CEO: Alleged assault on flight attendant among 'worst displays of unruly behavior': report
An American Airlines flight from New York City to Orange County, California, was diverted to Denver on Wednesday after a passenger allegedly assaulted a flight attendant in what the company's CEO now reportedly is calling “one of the worst displays of unruly behavior we’ve ever witnessed.”
Supply chain bottlenecks sour wine industry amid bottle shortage
The wine industry is experiencing supply chain bottlenecks amid a “shortage of bottles,” Dr. Kaan Kurtural, a viticulture specialist with UC Davis, said.
California shuts down second In-N-Out location for defying COVID rules: 'Unreasonable'
Northern California health officials shut down another In-N-Out Burger restaurant location Tuesday for allowing indoor dining without checking patrons for proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.
Gender-neutral toys for children gain ground
New efforts are underway to eliminate gender bias in the toy industry, including a new state law and other efforts to stop marketing children’s toys based on gender.
California unemployment claims are one-third of nation’s total while Texas cranks up its job creation
The state of California released a jobs report Friday showing the highest unemployment rate in the nation which represents one third of the overall unemployed in the nation.
Denver airport's jobs fair hoped for 5K visitors – only 100 people showed up
Denver International Airport held a job fair this weekend hoping to see 5,000 eager prospective hires. But only about 100 people showed up.