AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLabor & Public Sector: Thousands of San Jose city workers are voting this week on whether to authorize a strike as contract talks stall, with unions citing frustration and inflation pressure. Sports Business & Coaching: The Los Angeles Angels fired pitching coach Mike Maddux and two assistants after a push to better use analytics and tech resources, naming Tim Leveque and Michael Wuertz as interim replacements. Pro Sports Injury Watch: The Rams’ Myles Garrett missed another practice with knee swelling, while Puka Nacua left early with minor groin soreness as the team takes a cautious approach. Media & Entertainment: Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures acquired worldwide (non-Asia, with India included) distribution rights to Makoto Shinkai’s next film, continuing the studio’s global anime push. Tech & Youth Safety: A federal appeals court refused to dismiss thousands of social media addiction lawsuits against Meta, TikTok, Google and Snapchat, keeping the cases moving. Food & Culture: L.A. dining roundup highlights fresh openings and August pop-ups, from Cento Raw Bar’s seafood towers to Uchi’s West Hollywood expansion. Local Arts: OakdaleARTS is set to celebrate its eighth mural with a community event Aug. 18 featuring San Francisco muralist Nora Bruhn.
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