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Kanye West made headlines yet again for controversial behavior, this time his Super Bowl commercial directed viewers to a Yeezy swastika T-shirt.
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In-N-Out To Shut Down OC Headquarters After 30 Years
The quintessential California food chain announced its plans to open new headquarters in LA County and Tennessee.
Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week Starts Feb. 21
The week kicks off with a cocktail reception and four-course meal with expert wine pairings prepared by the region’s top chefs.
2 South Bay Cafés Among Bay Area’s Best New Spots
An old 7-Eleven turned into a modern café, and a new teahouse with international inspirations landed coveted spots on the list.
Police allege the three suspects worked for a company that provided overnight cleaning services at the restaurants.
Verace, Authentic Italian Gelateria, Offers Valentine’s Day Special
Verace is a Livermore gelateria run by an Italian family that offers high-quality coffee, pastries, and a small Italian market.
Indoor Playground, Mediterranean Restaurant Open At City Center
New additions include Kidplex, a 3,500-square-foot indoor playground for young kids, and Alora, a San Francisco restaurant.
New LOT City Center Restaurants Offering Free Mimosas, Prosecco
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner and a movie at Zentrl Kitchen, the revamped new restaurant at The LOT Cinema.
Cook’s Seafood Applies For New Permit In Pleasanton
This indicates the long-awaited restaurant continues to work on the space, but the opening date remains elusive.
Enjoy craft beer samples, food, a car show, live entertainment in March.
Tequila Bar & Grill Opens At Hacienda Crossings
The Dublin branch of the popular San Leandro restaurant offers a variety of quality Mexican cuisine and craft cocktails.
Forge Pizza Opens In Oakland Airport’s Terminal 2
You have a new choice in eateries the next time that you fly out of Oakland.
RivCo Restaurant Health Closures: Del Taco, Farmer Boys, Wine Ranch
These 17 Riverside County restaurants closed temporarily to resolve potentially health-threatening problems, like cockroaches and rats.
Rancho Mirage In-N-Out Reopens After 4-Day Closure: Report
Here’s why the normally-bustling eatery was shuttered to the public for nearly a week.
The new eatery offers an intimate and refined café experience inspired by the European concept of La Dolce Vita.
More Business News
Patelco Slapped With $100K Fine For Ransomware Breach: Reports
The state slapped the Dublin-based credit union with a fine and orders to create a new cybersecurity program.
Recognize Her? Woman Swipes $820 Neon Sign, Police Say
Police have not been able to identify her, but hope someone in the public can help them out.
Carston Family Gifts $1M To SSU Foundation, Green Music Center
The donation establishes a Green Music Center endowment fund and increases funding for the Rochelle Fostmeier and Gayle Carston Scholarship.
Belmont Village Senior Living Opens In Bishop Ranch
The 177-apartment complex offers 24/7 medical care, a full gym, theater, library, pool, art studio, rooftop terrace, dog park, and more.
Alaskan Air Flies To The Pacific Northwest From Palm Springs Year-Round
Flights from Palm Springs to Portland are a regular occurrence, according to Palm Springs International Airport and Alaskan Airlines.
Cars Show And Captain America Movie Watch To Support Vets Saturday
Come to the Promenade Mall in Temecula to support area veterans, see a cars show and see a showing of “Captain America: Brave New World.”
San Bernardino International Airport Offering More Flights To Provo
Breeze Airways is offering more flights for Inland Empire for area residents.
Barbie Truck Sports Club Tour Rolls Into San Diego County This Weekend
The limited-time pop-up experience will feature an exclusive lineup of active-inspired apparel, accessories and drinkware.
Legoland Hotel Opening Lego Duplo-Themed Rooms
The jungle-themed rooms are designed especially for children ages 18 months to 5 years old.
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