Mark Ruffalo calls on California AG Rob Bonta to oppose the Paramount-Warner merger settlement
California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta is navigating significant pressure from Hollywood as discussions about a settlement that could facilitate Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery heat up. Actor Mark Ruffalo took to X, emphasizing, “Don’t you dare @AGRobBonta, do not cave,” insisting that he should reject any deal that would greenlight the […]
CALIFORNIA IDLE: Legendary reality series leaves Hollywood after 24 seasons
After almost 25 years, one of the most popular reality shows in history is leaving Los Angeles. This is the show that brought Kelly Clarkson into the limelight, helped make Simon Cowell a global icon, and launched the careers of Carrie Underwood and Jennifer Hudson. It’s also notorious for turning Randy Jackson into a household […]
Gavin Newsom approves a new tax credit in California to prevent Hollywood jobs from leaving the state.
Governor Gavin Newsom is introducing a new multimillion-dollar initiative aimed at supporting Hollywood. This program is particularly focused on retaining editors, visual effects artists, and various behind-the-scenes professionals in California. On Friday, Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2319 at the Television Academy in North Hollywood, establishing what advocates are calling a groundbreaking tax credit specifically for […]
Frozen food company closes California plant, resulting in 260 job losses
A well-known organic-food company is stepping back from its California operations, deciding to close its original factory in Santa Rosa. This move will affect around 260 jobs as part of a significant restructuring plan. Amy’s Kitchen, a family-owned business with annual retail sales near $1 billion, will transition production from Santa Rosa to manufacturing sites […]
Measles alert in California after an infected traveler takes Amtrak through six counties
A traveler infected with measles has journeyed across California using Amtrak trains and buses before being hospitalized, leading state health officials to issue a warning for thousands of passengers who might have been exposed. This individual, who is unvaccinated, moved through six California counties in three days—Los Angeles, Kern, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Alameda, and Butte—before […]
Tesla driver reportedly seen apparently asleep at the wheel while going 60 mph on a California highway
A Tesla driver in California seemingly chose to snooze during a highway drive, allegedly dozing off at 60 mph while relying on the car’s Full Self-Driving feature. Reports from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) indicate that an officer noticed the driver slumped over, wearing dark sunglasses as they traveled through Solano County. The officer promptly […]
California business owner cautions that a billionaire tax might cause a significant departure of businesses.
Eric Schiffer, a California entrepreneur, has raised concerns that a proposed billionaire wealth tax could lead to an exodus of the state’s top business leaders. He predicts a significant departure of entrepreneurs if voters endorse the measure. As the chairman of Patriarch and CEO of Reputation Management Consultants, Schiffer represents various billionaire clients, including those […]
All players on California high school football team suspended due to mascot’s inappropriate gesture
Lane Kiffin & LSU Prepare for Safety Concerns in Return to Ole Miss In the latest episode of Don’t @ Me with Dan Dakich, Dan discusses the intense atmosphere surrounding LSU’s visit to Ole Miss. It’s expected to be loud and charged. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has even called for military support due to the […]
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Paramount engage in detailed settlement discussions: report
Paramount Skydance is currently engaged in significant discussions with California Attorney General Rob Bonta regarding his lawsuit aimed at blocking the company’s $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, as per a recent report. Sources told the Wall Street Journal that both parties are exploring potential compromises. One idea on the table is for Paramount […]
Nolte: Report Indicates Paramount Plans to Leave Democrat-Led California for Nashville
Paramount Skydance to Leave California Reports indicate that Paramount Skydance has made a significant decision to exit California, a state currently facing difficulties, particularly under Democratic leadership. Internal communications from the Los Angeles Mayor’s Office and the California Attorney General’s Office suggested that Paramount was set to announce its departure, but, interestingly, the expected announcement […]