Los Angeles is about to lose one of its most iconic dining institutions. A restaurant that has served generations of Angelenos for more than a century is preparing to close its doors, marking the end of a remarkable chapter in the city’s culinary history. End of an era One of Los Angeles’ most historic restaurants is preparing to close its doors after more than a century. Cole’s French Dip, widely considered the oldest [...]
5 beloved foods and drinks that were quietly discontinued — most were over 60 years old
Food brands frequently rotate products in and out of stores, but some discontinuations leave a lasting impression. Over the past several years, several well-known snacks and beverages quietly vanished from shelves, sparking nostalgia and frustration among longtime fans. Here are five beloved foods that have disappeared in recent years. Fruit Stripe gum Introduced in the 1960s and known for its colorful zebra mascot, [...]
California restaurant reopens after car fleeing traffic stop crashes into building
A West Sacramento restaurant reopened early this year after a vehicle fleeing a traffic stop crashed into the building, causing significant structural damage and forcing emergency repairs. Thanks to swift action from local services, the restaurant was only down for seven days following the late-night crash – even though the repairs were during a peak holiday season. Late-night crash damages building Shortly after 11:30 [...]
Over 600 California workers laid off without warning — many by text — may get a second chance
A major bottling plant in West Sacramento, California, that suddenly shut down in October 2025 is poised for a comeback under new ownership, bringing hope to hundreds of displaced workers and beverage industry partners. The change in factory ownership and plan to re-hire many of the laid-off employees brings hope – but also caution from the employees who were dropped without any notice. Sudden Manna Beverages [...]
Campbell’s restructures Texas plant, nearly 200 jobs eliminated
Campbell’s is restructuring operations at one of its Texas facilities, a move that will result in nearly 200 layoffs and a significant shift in production for the longtime food manufacturer. The company confirmed that its plant in Paris, Texas, will stop producing soup as part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and specialize production across its facilities. The change will impact workers at the site and [...]
California wine giant announces major closure, nearly 100 jobs impacted
A major winery is shutting down one of its Napa Valley production facilities and reducing staff at several other Northern California locations as part of a broader restructuring driven by slowing wine demand. The closures and layoffs will impact nearly 100 employees and are set to take place between April 2026 and January 2027. Ranch Winery in St. Helena set to close California wine producer E. & J. Gallo Winery is [...]
