Glendale Mayor Elen Asatryan Champions Annual "Let's Grow Glendale" Summit to Boost Small Businesses
Glendale is hosting its 2nd "Let's Grow Glendale" summit on May 2, focusing on small business growth with resources, advice, and networking opportunities. Mayor Asatryan supports the event, which aligns with the National Small Business Week.
Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles Launches Initiative to Streamline Small Business Operations
Mayor Karen Bass is implementing Executive Directive 4 to reduce administrative hurdles for small businesses in Los Angeles, aiming to bolster the economy by streamlining city processes, timelines, and fees.
99 Cents Only Stores to Shut All 371 Outlets in California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, L.A. County Aids Displaced Workers
99 Cents Only Stores is closing all its 371 outlets due to economic pressures, with L.A. County planning support for affected workers. There's hope as an investment group considers reviving Southern California stores.
99 Cents Only Stores Closing All 371 Outlets in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas Amid Economic Strains
Interim CEO Mike Simoncic has announced the closure of all 99 Cents Only Stores outlets due to a challenging retail climate exacerbated by COVID-19, changing consumer habits, and economic pressures.
California Fast Food Workers Relish in $20 Minimum Wage Boost, Franchise Owners Brace for Impact
California's new minimum wage law impacts fast food workers, increasing pay to $20/hour. Franchise owners fear potential layoffs and price increases while workers and some analysts see benefits.