Amgen to invest $600M in new science and innovation center
Biotech giant Amgen on Sept. 2 announced plans to invest more than $600 million in a new, state-of-the-art center for science and innovation at its global headquarters in Thousand Oaks. The center is designed to bring together researchers, engineers, and scientists across disciplines to enhance collaboration and accelerate the discovery of next-generation therapeutics for patients with the most Read More →
Teledyne acquires TransponderTech from Saab
Thousand Oaks-based Teledyne Technologies, the technology and defense conglomerate, announced Aug. 28 that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the TransponderTech business from Saab AB. The acquisition includes a portfolio of connected commercial maritime products, including Automatic Identification System, VHF Data Exchange System, and Global Navigation Satellite System technologies. Based in Sweden, TransponderTech Read More →
Guest commentary: California can lead on recycling without leaving small businesses behind
By Kristen Miller Here on California’s South Coast, small businesses are the backbone of our economy. From family-owned manufacturers and food producers to specialty retailers and service providers, our region thrives because of the entrepreneurial spirit that defines our communities. Our work in public policy and advocacy to support business includes carefully watching State legislation Read More →
Guest commentary: Trade, the trade deficit and the tariff rollercoaster
By Gerhard Apfelthaler California Lutheran University Surprise, surprise! The U.S. trade deficit dropped sharply in June 2025. According to a recent report by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the goods-and-services deficit fell to around $60 billion, down nearly 16% month-over-month and 18% year-over-year. And more good news – by July, year-over-year receipts in tariff revenue Read More →
Wedgewood Weddings sale to second PE firm closes
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805 law: Reicker, Pfau, Pyle & McRoy marks three decades in business
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Dubroff: A report from the newsroom as we head into the fall season
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