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Coffee lovers are transforming their homes into artisanal cafes in California and Utah, where residential food and beverage businesses are legal.

The Port of Long Beach in California set its all-time import record in September.

Folks from AI startups, Big Tech, research nonprofits and activist groups gathered to hash out ideas for preventing the collapse of civilization over chips and cookies.

An initiative on the California ballot would levy the nation’s first wealth tax on billionaires. Supporters say the proceeds would help offset President Donald Trump’s sweeping healthcare cuts. But critics argue that the temporary infusion of cash is a giveaway to politicians.

Weeks before the 2026 World Cup, Neighborhood Sports Club opened its doors. “It was just chaos in the best way,” said co-founder Jordan Jesolva.

Incentives from states and improvements in range also play a role in the recent EV truck boom.

Since Monterey Park in California became the first city in the U.S. to ban data centers, activists across the country have sought them out for advice on pushing back against data centers in their cities.

Indie booksellers are booming, and Barnes & Noble has been taking notes.

Jimmy Orlandini, owner of Altadena Hardware, talks about opening up a new location in Sierra Madre, California, as he waits for Altadena to rebuild.

As AI brings challenges to higher education, USC is embracing the tech with a new school dedicated to researching innovations and applying AI across disciplines.