Da Coconut Cafe, a 13-year Hawaiian favorite at Temecula’s Vail Ranch Center, closed unexpectedly this week; owners posted a brief farewell thanking customers and staff.

Daniel Sullivan has launched a new San Diego solar service, but state regulators say the firm may be operating without a contractor's license and homeowners are alarmed.

San Diego-based LPL Financial said 2025 was an "outstanding year," with advisory assets up to about $2.4 trillion and adjusted EPS climbing even as GAAP net income fell. The firm pointed to acquisitions and advisor inflows for the growth.

Yum! Brands says Pizza Hut will close about 250 U.S. locations as part of a "Hut Forward" reset. A San Diego expert points to delivery rivals, rising costs and franchise economics.

Hillcrest’s oldest LGBTQ+ bar reclaimed its Brass Rail name with a restored neon sign and a free community unveiling. Owners Urbano Pelicon and Isaac Vargas led the celebration.

Pâtisserie Mélanie will close its North Park bakery this Sunday after nearly three years, owners say the costly, drawn‑out buildout and legal fights left them unable to continue.

After a 2024 spike, California’s average auto premium fell about 8% in 2025 to roughly $2,309, though big city gaps mean not everyone saw savings.

Rooftop Cinema Club is leaving the Manchester Grand Hyatt rooftop and reopening atop the Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy on Feb. 26 with La La Land and a spring lineup. The company says ticket prices will stay the same.

Escondido’s One Stop Systems sold its German unit and cut staff as it pivots to higher‑margin AI and defense work, citing a one‑time gain and updated guidance.

A San Diego federal complaint says Costco advertised its $4.99 rotisserie chicken as preservative-free while ingredient lists include additives plaintiffs call preservatives. The company says it has removed the claims and the case is pending.

Tesla's showroom at Westfield UTC has been vacated and a "we have moved" sign posted, while other Palm Plaza stores have closed as the mall advances a luxury expansion.

Dubai's Saya Brasserie will open its first U.S. café in Downtown San Diego, bringing pastries, cascading cakes and pink, photo-ready interiors to the Gaslamp.

CUCINA enoteca’s Del Mar outpost is closing after nearly 12 years amid rising lease costs and a wave of recent restaurant shutdowns in San Diego.