Local Business
05/04/2026 · Arroyo Grande
Quanta's Silicon Valley Surge: 1,000 New Tech Jobs Amid Boom
A manufacturing powerhouse is exploding in California's tech scene, ballooning from 1,500 to 4,500 employees in a year and now hunting for 1,000 more. Quanta's expansion promises a lifeline for job seekers in repair and production tech roles across all shifts. With full benefits and exploding demand, this could reshape local hiring in the Golden State.
Spirit Airlines Bailout Stalls, Threatens SoCal Flights
Talks for a $500 million federal rescue of Spirit Airlines have hit a wall as bondholders reject the deal, leaving the budget carrier with cash for just days. The stalemate endangers thousands of flights from California hubs like LAX and Oakland, stranding passengers and jobs. With a bankruptcy hearing postponed, the Trump administration eyes emergency powers to intervene.
05/04/2026
California Home Cooks Fuel Food Boom with Family Recipes
From Monterey Bay to Los Angeles, home kitchens are morphing into bustling microenterprises under state laws easing the path for entrepreneurs. Women, immigrants and first-time business owners are turning cherished family recipes into revenue streams. This cottage food surge is reshaping local economies and menus across the Golden State.
05/04/2026