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Los Angeles Times

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SoCal Berry Growers to close six farm locations, lay off hundreds of workers

The closures come months after SoCal Berry Growers employees voted to join the United Farm Workers. The company hasn't said why it is shutting down.

Ventura County, CA · 4d

ABC 10 News KGTV

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Escondido holiday market unites Southern California vendors amid rising costs

Escondido, CA · 1d

mynewsla.com

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Elsinore’s New `Opportunity Zones’ Come with Profit-Making Potential

Two tracts within Lake Elsinore received federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 Program recognition, setting the stage for future tax-deferred investment prospects, it was announced Thursday. “This is a tremendous win for Lake Elsinore and another example of our commitment to positioning our city for long-term economic success,” Councilman Steve Manos said....

Lake Elsinore, CA · 4d

multihousingnews.com

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Orange County Multifamily Report – October 2026

This market is showing coastal chops. Orange County’s multifamily fundamentals remained comparatively firm in August despite softer occupancy. Advertised asking rents rose 0.3 percent, on a trailing three-month basis to $2,897, ahead of the 0.2 percent U.S. gain to $1,773, while annual growth held at 1.4 percent, 100 basis points above the national rate. The occupancy rate in stabilized properties was tied with San Francisco for the third tightest in the U.S. at 96.4 percent in July, despite dropping 30 basis points year-over-year.

Orange County, CA · 4d
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The Cool Down

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PG&E seeks cap on wildfire payouts even when negligent, putting customers at risk of higher bills

The utilities' push for financial protections followed the January 2025 Eaton fire.

Southern California, CA · 3d

andnowuknow.com

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Organically Grown Company Acquires Southern California Organic Produce Distributor Heath & Lejeune; Brenna Davis and Rick Lejeune Comment

PORTLAND, OR - Organically Grown Company (OGC), a leading distributor of certified organic fresh produce, has acquired Heath & Lejeune, a Los Angeles-area organic produce wholesale distribution and logistics company. The acquisition brings together two established businesses with deep roots in the organic produce industry and a longstanding supply chain partnership.

Commerce, CA · 3d

orangecoast.com

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Hammitt Opens New Boutique at Fashion Island

The California-based handbag brand brings its signature leather bags and accessories to Newport Beach. California-based handbag brand Hammitt has opened a new boutique at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Known for its leather handbags, signature metal hardware, and functional designs, the brand offers a range of styles, from everyday crossbody bags to larger totes and statement pieces. The new store gives Orange County shoppers a new space to browse Hammitt’s collections, including its best-selling designs and seasonal releases. Located at Fashion Island, the boutique adds another handbag destination to the shopping center’s retail lineup.

Newport Beach, CA · 4d

event-newsenterprise.com

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Jewish nonprofit extends interest free lending into Orange County

A program that offers a helping hand to qualifying businesses and individuals can now provide interest-free loans in Orange County. According to Rachel Grose, the Executive Director of Jewish Free Loan Association, an interest-free loan program that currently serves Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties has now expanded into Orange County.

Orange County, CA · 4d

land8.com

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Turning Grey Infrastructure Green in Southern California

Southern California’s stormwater challenges are creating new opportunities for landscape architects to rethink how cities are built. The SoCal Grey to Green Conference takes place on Thursday, December 3, 2026, in Costa Mesa, bringing together researchers and industry professionals to explore practical ways to integrate green infrastructure into the local landscape.

Costa Mesa, CA · 3d

iebusinessdaily.com

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Goodwill’s newest Riverside store grand opening set for Nov. 6

Goodwill Southern California (GSC) recently announced the opening of its new Riverside Spruce Retail Store, located at 1049 Spruce Street, Riverside 92501. The new store will be the non-profit’s second Retail Store and fifth location in Riverside. The store will operate Monday – Sunday, 10am – 9pm.

Riverside, CA · 6d

Voice of OC

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La Habra Mobile Home Owners Fight for Rent Control

This is a community opinion piece. The views are the author’s, not Voice of OC’s. We’re interested in hearing different perspectives and voices. Want to weigh in on this or another issue? Email opinions@voiceofoc.org. The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Voice of...

La Habra, CA · 7d

Gourmetory

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Crumbl Cookie chain is now closing locations across the country, including 7 stores in California

Recent reporting says Crumbl has closed seven California stores in 2026. The source material also says the cookie chain has reportedly closed 57 locations nationwide. The California stores named in the report Revoleikooc/Wikimedia Commons According to the source material, seven California Crumbl locations have closed in 2026. The communities listed are Westlake Village, Mira Mesa…

California · 7d

SFGate

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New OC Mega Mart gives Calif.'s crowded Asian grocery store scene a big new jolt

It opened to long lines and social media fanfare.

La Habra, CA · 7d

iowaagribusinessradionetwork.com

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Potential strike at Southern California ports could majorly impact U.S. red meat exports

Security workers at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are threatening to go on strike if a contract agreement is not reached this week. While the union represents only a small portion of the overall port workforce, other unionized employees such as longshoremen and clerks will likely not cross picket lines if a work stoppage is in place. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom said the LA/Long Beach port complex is highly important for U.S. beef and pork exports.

Long Beach, CA · 7d

whatnow.com

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Barefoot Dreams Plans Santa Monica Store as Southern California Expansion Continues

Barefoot Dreams is preparing to open a new retail store on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, with the location expected to debut in early 2027. Founded in Malibu in 1994 by Annette Cook, Barefoot Dreams began with children’s products before growing into a lifestyle brand known for its soft blankets, throws, robes, loungewear and apparel. Its collections include products for men, women, children, babies and pets, as well as home goods and licensed merchandise.

Santa Monica, CA · 6d

The Cool Down

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California home insurance premiums jumped 84%, shrinking what buyers can afford

Even the FAIR Plan has not been immune from rising prices.

California · 6d

The Coconut Mama

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Cookie giant closes seven California locations as nationwide shutdowns grow

Crumbl Cookies has built a following with oversized desserts, rotating weekly flavors, and social media buzz. But the popular cookie chain is now closing locations across the country, including seven…

California · 8d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Five Oriental Fruit Flies Trapped in Jurupa Valley Put Backyard Fruit Trees Across Eastvale, Fontana and Ontario Under a State Eradication Program Until May 2027

Five oriental fruit flies trapped in Jurupa Valley put parts of Eastvale, Fontana, Jurupa Valley and Ontario under a CDFA eradication program until May 11, 2027.

Fontana, CA · 9d

Voice of OC

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Irvine Looks to Bridge Great Park, Train Station & Spectrum Center With Housing, Retail

This is a community opinion piece. The views are the author’s, not Voice of OC’s. We’re interested in hearing different perspectives and voices. Want to weigh in on this or another issue? Email opinions@voiceofoc.org. The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Voice of...

Irvine, CA · 7d