Business & Economy

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Is Constructing a New Two-Story Lounge to Accommodate Growing Interest in Its Club-Level Amenities, Alongside Ongoing Property Renovations.

The Transportation Technology Firm Is Establishing a New Executive Office and an Expanded Facility for Manufacturing and Product Development, Signaling Its Continued Commitment to Regional Growth.

Scott Becker Takes on a Deputy General Counsel Role at Collectors Holdings, Known for Authenticating Collectibles, as the Company Experiences Significant Growth.

A Recent State Alcoholic Beverage Control Record Indicates Pending Licenses for Wholesale and Off-Premises Retail Operations in Orange County.

Under President William Wilhelm, the Irvine-Based Construction Management Firm Anticipates a 20% to 30% Increase in Annual Revenue as Developers Proceed with Previously Delayed Projects.

The All-You-Can-Eat Chain Plans Its First California Reopening Since Filing for Bankruptcy in 2020, Selecting a Former Orange County Site for Its Return.

The Irvine-Based Robotics Company, Founded in 2023, Is Reportedly Raising $700 Million at a $10 Billion Valuation, Significantly Increasing Its Market Value.

A Recent Survey Reveals Increased Optimism Among Executives Regarding the Regional Economy, but Persistent Inflation and Rising Fuel Costs Continue to Shape Business Decisions.

The California Labor Commissioner's Office Announced the Increase to $17.40 Per Hour by 2027, with Critics Arguing the Mandate Could Fuel Inflation and Accelerate Job Automation.

Bright Uro Has Completed a New Clean Room at Its Irvine Headquarters, Boosting Its Ability to Produce Advanced Bladder Diagnostic Systems in Orange County.

California Authorities Shut Down the Irvine-Based Financial Institution, with Another Bank Quickly Stepping in to Assume Customer Deposits and Acquire Assets.

The Irvine-Based Hotel Management Group Has Extended Its Operating Agreement for the Huntington Beach Resort for Five Years, Coinciding with Significant Property-Wide Upgrades.

The Average Cost Per Gallon in the County Has Surged for 40 Consecutive Days, Nearing Its All-Time Peak Set in October 2022.

The California Avocado Commission Advocates for a New Import Policy to Protect Local Farms Facing Pressures From Mexican Imports and Organized Crime.

A Substantial State Investment in Outreach Encourages Workers to Report Violations, Underscoring New Compliance Challenges for Local Businesses.

The State's Plan to Increase the Hourly Minimum by 2027 Is Drawing Criticism for Its Potential Impact on Inflation, Small Businesses, and Entry-Level Employment Across the Region.

Tara Shor, Founder of Shorrbeauty, Details Her Approach to Specialized Treatments and Client Education in Orange County.

Governor Gavin Newsom Has Signed a Package of Bills Requiring Detailed Resource Reporting and Infrastructure Payments From Data Center Developers, a Move Analysts Say Could Slow Investment and Redirect Projects to Neighboring States.

A Public Condemnation From Udw/afscme Local 3930 Marks a Significant Shift in How California's Labor Movement Is Addressing Allegations of Leadership Misconduct.

With Orange County's Unique Water and Housing Conditions, Understanding Local Plumbing Services, Their Costs, and Guarantees Is Key for Property Owners.

The California Avocado Commission Advocates for a Tariff Rate Quota to Safeguard Local Growers From Foreign Oversupply and Cartel-Compromised Supply Chains.

New State Laws and Expanded Definitions Are Restricting Access for Orange County Residents, Affecting Both Local Stores and Online Purchases.

The California Labor Commissioner’s Office Announced the State's Impending Wage Increase to $17.40 Per Hour, Drawing Criticism That It Will Fuel Inflation, Burden Small Businesses, and Accelerate Job Automation.

Local Pump Prices Have Climbed for 31 Consecutive Days, Reaching Their Highest Levels in Months and Significantly Exceeding Last Year's Costs.

The $100 Million Program Aims to Compensate Those Affected by the May Chemical Evacuation, Following Earlier Cleanup Efforts and Loan Initiatives.