Labor
California workers to get earlier layoff warning under bill sent to Newsom
Los Angeles Times 9/12
The California Legislature on Tuesday passed a bill aiming to give workers earlier notice in the event of mass layoffs. Next up is Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk.
Calls for Starbucks boycott grow amid aggressive union-busting activities
The Guardian 9/13
Calls for a consumer boycott of Starbucks are growing amid mounting criticism of the coffee chain’s aggressive union-busting activities.
Food Industry Policy
Cannabis cafes, Amsterdam-style, await Newsom’s approval. It’s a culture shift, lawmaker says
Los Angeles Times 9/12
Californians are just one signature away from Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes opening up across the state sometime next year.
San Diego’s coastal restaurants need to replace parking taken by outdoor dining
ABC10 News San Diego 9/12
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — A parklet outside of Woodstock’s Pizza in Pacific Beach brings a lot of customers to the restaurant.
On the Side
Vegetarian fan favorite restaurant Mother reopens, this time in midtown Sacramento
The Sacramento Bee 9/12
Mother, a beloved all-vegetarian restaurant that garnered a devoted following during its time in downtown Sacramento, will reopen Tuesday in its new midtown location.
14 Places to Eat And Drink Exceptionally Well in Echo Park
LA Eater 9/12
Echo Park’s food and drink options are as varied as they are spectacular, with garden dining, burgers, and ube coffee drinks mixing seamlessly with old-school breakfasts and sourdough pizzas.
