California seizes illegal cannabis packages that look like candy
The packaging discovered in downtown Los Angeles businesses featured an array of confectionery creations, each advertised with a THC twist. The problem? The plastic containers...
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Will California bill to regulate AI protect consumers or gut tech?
Aug. 8, 2024 3 AM PT California is a world leader in artificial intelligence — which means we’re expected to help figure out how to...
Regulators will fast-track reviews of homeowner insurance rate hikes
The state insurance commissioner took action Friday to speed up reviews of rate hikes sought by home insurers after efforts to address the issue through...
New real estate commission rules could change the cost to buy a home
For decades, if you wanted a real estate agent to help you buy or sell a home, the model was static. At the close of...
Zelle scams prompt federal probe of bank efforts to protect customers
The online-payment platform Zelle is extremely popular with consumers, which helps explain why it’s also become a hit with scammers. Another reason: Zelle payments can’t...
Inflation cools in June, fueling hopes for interest rate cuts
WASHINGTON — Inflation cooled more than expected in June, helped by falling prices for cars, gas and airline tickets — a boost for the summer travel...
Fast-casual restaurant chain Mod Pizza is sold to L.A. company
After teetering on the edge of bankruptcy, fast-casual restaurant chain Mod Pizza was acquired this week by Los Angeles-based Elite Restaurant Group, the company said....
Sell-off on Wall Street: Why it is happening and what it says
It’s nail-biting time on Wall Street. Stocks had been dropping at worrisome rates for several days, but on Monday things went from concerning to panicky....
Hate hidden hotel fees? In California, they’re about to be illegal
If you’re making travel plans for summer or fall, brace yourself for a jump in some advertised prices — which is, believe it or not,...
Do adaptogens work? Explaining the trendy nonalcoholic drink
Licorice root, reishi mushrooms and vitamin B-6 are often among the ingredients listed in adaptogenic drinks. (Rebecca Peloquin / For The Times) It’s not enough...