California business owners ‘working for peanuts’ as costs, record gas prices and regulations devour profits
California "sticker shock" is mounting for the state's small business owners, but one restaurateur and their multibillion-dollar lender explain why they're not walking away — yet.
California business owners 'trapped' in 'vicious cycle' as costs soar
As labor and energy costs rise in California, small business owners say minimum wage laws and gas taxes in the Golden State are crippling their operations.
Coca-Cola shutting down California facility after more than a century
After more than a century in the community, the Ventura Coca-Cola distribution center is slated to shut down this summer following a May 8 WARN notice.
Cisco to cut thousands of jobs as AI push accelerates after earnings beat
Cisco reported record revenue and surging AI demand while announcing job cuts affecting thousands as it repositions for an AI-driven future.
American oil production continuing to grow as a 'consequence' of higher gas prices, API CEO says
American Petroleum Institute CEO Mike Sommers discusses his outlook for gas prices amid the war in the Middle East and high gas prices in California on 'Varney & Co.'
California’s 'abusive relationship' with one-party rule is crushing families, ‘coming for you,’ critics warn
Behind a "blue curtain," local leaders call for suspending California's gas tax as residents face some of the nation's highest fuel prices under one-party Democratic rule.
California’s ‘abusive’ political machine tightens its hold as families buckle under the cost
As Californians continue to grapple with Golden State affordability issues, Los Angeles County community leaders advocate for political change to rescue locals struggling under financial strain.
Spencer Pratt understands what the issues are on the ground: Jackie DeAngelis
'The Big Money Show' panel analyzes the Los Angeles mayoral debate, Spencer Pratt's performance and the issues affecting the city and state.
Spencer Pratt 'understood the assignment': Andrew Gruel on Los Angeles mayoral debate
Celebrity chef and restaurant owner Andrew Gruel joins 'Varney & Co.' to comment on the Los Angeles mayoral debate and the growing popularity of solo dining.
The top moments from Los Angeles Mayoral debate
The mayoral debate on May 6 in Los Angeles centered on questions of public safety, affordability, and immigration. (Credit: NBC4 and Telemundo 52)
Sergey Brin confronted Gavin Newsom at treehouse party before ditching California over billionaire tax
Google co-founder Sergey Brin reportedly told Gov. Gavin Newsom he was leaving California over a proposed billionaire tax at a holiday party back in December.
‘I just pray to God’: Los Angeles drivers hit with $100 fill-ups as gas nears $9
Gas prices nearing $9 a gallon in Los Angeles are forcing the city's drivers onto public transit, draining budgets while California fuel costs hit record levels.
$8 a gallon and nowhere to go: Inside the lives of 'miserable' Californian drivers
Californians' frustrations with high gas prices continue to impact multiple facets of their lives and cost of living in the Golden State.
Elon Musk says he was a 'fool' for funding OpenAI: report
Elon Musk said he felt like a "fool" for backing OpenAI, accusing Sam Altman of abandoning the nonprofit's original mission in favor of a profit-driven model.
United pilot reports midair drone scare near airport during landing approach
A United Airlines pilot reported a possible drone encounter at thousands of feet while approaching a major airport, raising concerns about unauthorized devices in restricted airspace.
California high-speed rail project soars to $231B: 'Worst public infrastructure failure in US history'
California lawmakers demand the state's high-speed rail project be abandoned after projected costs surge by more than 700% past original estimates.
Joel Pollak reveals 'only hope' for GOP victory in California gubernatorial elections
California Post opinion editor Joel Pollak discusses the California gubernatorial race, a report that billions in wealth have fled the state and calls to abandon the high-speed rail project on 'Varney & Co.'
Californians who move away are typically saving hundreds a month on housing costs
Californians who leave the state save an average of $672 per month on housing and are 48% more likely to become homeowners, a UC Berkeley study found.
Bill Maher says nearly 60% of his income goes to taxes, calls out ‘rich don’t pay’ narrative
Bill Maher says he pays almost 60% of his earnings in taxes, questioning how the "incompetent and corrupt" government can collect $5 trillion yet still fail to deliver services.
Google co-founder rips California billionaire tax: 'I fled socialism'
Google co-founder Sergey Brin slams California's proposed billionaire tax, likening it to the socialism he fled in the Soviet Union as a child in 1979.