#california

Bad Robot Productions announced job cuts in April. The company is relocating its operations from Los Angeles to New York. This move is a contributing factor to the downsizing. The precise number of employees affected by the layoffs remains unknown. These job reductions are anticipated across all company divisions.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.fastcompany.com/91524432/hollywood-layoffs-2026-disney-sony-bad-robot-list-entertainment-job-cuts

https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-04-09/meta-oracle-qualcomm-share-details-on-layoffs-across-california

ProYouth, a nonprofit organization, filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice. The notice announced layoffs for 81 employees. These job cuts will occur at its Visalia, California facility. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on June 5, 2026. The filing did not provide a reason for the workforce reduction.

Visalia, California

https://whatnow.com/news/local-news/visalia-based-nonprofit-organization-to-lay-off-81-employees/

Sentinel Transportation LLC is a national fuel truck logistics company. It also provides transportation services. The company has warned state employment officials. It will eliminate 126 employees in California. These are permanent layoffs across 25 work locations.

https://www.bizjournals.com/sacramento/news/2026/04/08/sentinel-cuts-california-jobs.html

District leaders approved a layoff plan. Nine classified positions will be eliminated. This decision came on March 13. It reversed an earlier failed vote. Financial concerns prompted these staff reductions.

https://lmcexperience.com/news/2026/04/08/layoffs-to-classified-positions-approved-by-district-board-amid-financial-concerns/

GoPro announced a significant workforce reduction affecting 23% of its global staff. The action camera maker plans to eliminate 145 jobs from its 631 employees. This restructuring plan was approved by the company's Board of Directors on April 7. The cuts aim to reduce operating costs and drive stronger operating leverage. These job reductions are expected to be completed by the end of the year.

San Mateo, California

https://nypost.com/2026/04/08/us-news/bay-area-based-tech-company-announces-shocking-layoff-of-nearly-a-quarter-of-its-workforce/

Walt Disney Co. is preparing for job eliminations. These cuts will occur over the next few weeks. The move follows a streamlined management structure. Many layoffs are expected from marketing department consolidation. Disney faces declining revenues and smaller streaming profits.

Burbank, California

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2026-04-08/disney-plans-extensive-round-of-layoffs-in-coming-weeks

Emily Roxworthy, dean of USC's School of Dramatic Arts, agreed to meet with student protesters. Students held a five-hour sit-in regarding University-wide budget cuts and layoffs. These cuts reportedly led to over 500 hours of unpaid overtime for students. Students demand hiring more full-time staff for production roles. The dean and vice dean expressed eagerness to discuss student concerns.

Los Angeles, California

https://dailytrojan.com/2026/04/08/sda-dean-agrees-to-meet-with-student-protesters-over-layoffs/

California based employee, so not gonna interrupt anything while penalties rack up…

But still, I gave 4 weeks notice and helped hire my replacement. It’s kind of insane

Oracle will eliminate 654 jobs in the Bay Area. These cuts affect Redwood City, Santa Clara, and Pleasanton. 312 positions are being cut in Redwood City. The company notified affected workers by March 31. Layoffs are scheduled to occur around June 1.

Redwood City, California

https://www.siliconvalley.com/2026/04/06/economy-tech-jobs-oracle-layoff-ai-bay-area-web-santa-clara-pleasanton/

The Sonoma Valley Unified School District Board will discuss potential staff layoffs. This update is a key item at their April 9 meeting. Trustees previously voted to eliminate 51 full-time equivalent positions by July 1. Affected employees received notification by March 15. Final decisions are required by May 15.

Sonoma, California

https://www.sonomanews.com/2026/04/06/staff-layoffs-update-to-be-provided-at-sonoma-valley-unified-schooboard-meeting/

San Francisco city officials began 127 job terminations. Overall, 500 city positions are slated for elimination. Layoffs target current employees; open positions will also be removed. Mayor Lurie described the cuts as both painful and necessary. The upcoming budget document will reveal more.

San Francisco, California

https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/sf-mayor-begins-sending-out-layoff-notices-amid-plans-to-cut-500-jobs/

Meta plans to lay off around 200 employees. These cuts will impact its San Francisco Bay Area operations. Specifically, 124 roles in Burlingame and 74 in Sunnyvale are affected. The affected teams include sales, recruiting, and Reality Labs. This move is part of a wider workforce restructuring effort.

San Francisco Bay Area, California

https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/news/meta-layoffs-facebook-parent-to-terminate-200-employees-in-san-francisco-bay-area-who-will-be-impacted/ar-AA20gkyN?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds

Monarch Tractor, an agricultural tech startup, faces an uncertain future. The company recently laid off nearly all its remaining staff. Its Livermore, California headquarters has been vacated and equipment auctioned. Monarch Tractor developed the MK-V, an electric autonomous smart tractor. The company had raised over $200 million and was valued highly less than two years ago.

Livermore, California

https://igrownews.com/monarch-tractor-news/

Several Santa Cruz County school districts approved significant layoffs this year. These cuts aim to maintain long-term financial stability. Declining enrollment and reduced state and federal funding caused these measures. Pajaro Valley Unified, Soquel Union Elementary, Live Oak, and Scotts Valley Unified districts implemented reductions. Santa Cruz City Schools also approved layoffs for support positions.

https://lookouexample.com/the-santa-cruz-county-school-districts-that-approved-layoffs-this-year/story

E. & J. Gallo Winery acquired Four Roses bourbon in a significant industry move. The deal is reportedly valued at up to $775 million. This acquisition follows recent layoffs and facility closures by the Modesto-based company. Gallo aims to diversify its portfolio as American wine consumption declines. The bourbon brand was purchased from Japanese firm Kirin Holdings.

Modesto, California

https://nypost.com/2026/04/05/business/california-winery-gallo-finalizes-purchase-of-four-roses-bourbon/

Sonos laid off marketing staff as part of an organizational restructuring. Chief Marketing Officer Colleen DeCourcy is leading these changes. The company aims to simplify operations and reduce overlap. This move also seeks to improve execution speed across teams. The restructuring focuses on a unified brand-led approach.

https://www.moneycontrol.com/technology/sonos-layoffs-2026-the-audio-technology-brand-has-cut-jobs-from-marketing-team-over-restructuring-article-13880860.html

Forever 21's U.S. operating unit is preparing for significant layoffs. Its Los Angeles headquarters will also shut down. Over 350 staff members are expected to lose their jobs starting mid-April. The company is exploring strategic options and cost reduction measures. This follows its exclusion from the new Catalyst Brands venture and past bankruptcy.

Los Angeles, California

https://wwd.com/sourcing-journal/industry-news/forever-21-350-layoffs-closure-los-angeles-headquarter-store-closings-1238848593/

packed it up and move to either St Louis Missouri, Chicago Illinois, Detroit Michigan Memphis Tennessee Philadelphia Pennsylvania, Baltimore Maryland or Washington DC

Several Sacramento firms announced recent job cuts. These layoffs affect 185 workers across various sectors. DASH Industries, a ca--abis firm, is closing and cutting 80 jobs. Sentinel Transportation and John Adams Academy also reduced staff. Regional layoffs this fiscal year have surpassed last year's total.

Sacramento, California

https://www.abridged.org/news/three-sacramento-companies-lay-off-nearly-200-workers/

VP said there will be 6 stores closing in the CA region this year. Came down on last STL call. Looking at 3 in the greater LA area, 1 in San Diego and two in northern California. Going to be cutting the stores with the lowest sales volume because they're not meeting sales projections and they're running above cost for labor.

Oracle implemented job cuts. Dozens of software development roles were eliminated. These reductions took place in the Bay Area. The company cited a mass global restructuring. Specific details beyond this remain unstated.

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2026/04/02/oracle-pleasanton-layoffs.html

Are now taking every walk-in with the hopes up selling their ONE credit card for the month. It’s outrageous.

Pixelberry Studios reportedly reduced its workforce. This marks the second workforce reduction in two years. Some staff members reported this as their third reduction. Series Entertainment owns the studio. The total number of job losses is unconfirmed.

https://www.pocketgamer.biz/pixelberry-studios-reportedly-lays-off-staff-in-another-round-of-workforce-reductions/

State holiday in California.

Here is to less layoffs this week.

Here in California we were just notified we are going to RTM roles. We need to reapply for our jobs. Happening at start of quarter 3

California public schools face significant financial struggles. Districts across the state, including the Bay Area, are struggling to stay afloat. Santa Rosa’s school district may lay off hundreds of teachers. It is also considering closing a quarter of its campuses. Oakland schools also face potential financial insolvency.

Santa Rosa, California

https://www.kqed.org/forum/2010101913422/campus-closures-and-teacher-layoffs-bay-area-public-schools-in-crisis

Mattel announced layoffs affecting 65 employees at its headquarters. These job cuts are effective May 22. The company is restructuring roles to optimize operations and realign its model. This follows lackluster 2025 economic performance and declining shares. Mattel is shifting focus toward digital games and entertainment partnerships.

El Segundo, CA

https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/mattel-goes-another-round-layoffs-182323684.html

The Education Management Team is manipulating instructor time clock punches in order to turn a buck! Who do we speak with about this? They are manipulating overtime hours and making them disappear. I know HR is in it for the company and can’t be trusted.
Needing advice!! Help!! This place is toxic!

Albertsons is closing several store locations as part of a restructuring. This includes two stores in Tarrant County, Texas, affecting 138 employees. Additional closures are occurring in Washington D.C. and California. Overall, 295 jobs are being eliminated across these sites. The grocery retailer is investing in digital sales and technology for growth.

https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/87-old-retail-grocery-giant-020300245.html

Sony has shut down its first-party studio, Dark Outlaw Games. The Los Angeles-based team was founded in 2024 by Jason Blundell. This decision resulted in approximately 50 workforce reductions. The studio was working on an unannounced project in early development. This closure marks Sony's second PlayStation Studios shutdown in two months.

https://respawn.outlookindia.com/amp/story/gaming/gaming-news/sony-shuts-down-dark-outlaw-games-approximately-50-jobs-impacted

Redlands Unified School District issued preliminary layoff notices to 60 employees. This action is part of ongoing budget reductions. The affected staff include teachers, support staff, and administrators. Many positions are student-facing, such as counselors and nurses. Final decisions on these layoffs are expected in May.

https://www.communityforwardredlands.com/redlands-unified-issues-layoff-notices-to-60-employees/

Pajaro Valley Unified School District (PVUSD) is laying off approximately 150 employees. These cuts include teachers, counselors, and all mental health clinicians. The district faces an ailing budget, declining enrollment, and rising costs. The Board of Trustees approved the layoffs in December 2025. Some layoff notices may be rescinded due to early retirement incentives.

Watsonville, California

https://santacruzlocal.org/2026/03/25/youre-not-able-to-just-close-your-door-and-teach-pvusd-employees-get-layoff-notices/

Summit Funding is laying off 163 employees. These layoffs are effective May 17. The reason for these terminations is the company's pending sale to CrossCountry Mortgage. Affected staff may receive separate job offers from the purchasing entity. Summit Funding's Sacramento headquarters will not close.

Sacramento, California

https://www.housingwire.com/articles/summit-warn-notice-layoffs/

With sites shuttering, starting to wonder if Palo Alto will be scaled back again, to house just upper management… WFRing the remaining ICs there.

The Plumas County Office of Education (PCOE) reviewed its second interim financial report. Teachers and librarians attended the meeting to discuss potential layoffs at Plumas Unified School District (PUSD). PCOE officials stated they cannot directly fund PUSD layoffs. However, PCOE could provide a temporary transfer loan to PUSD. One board member voted against approving the report due to ongoing layoff concerns.

Quincy, California

https://www.sierradailynews.com/local/plumas-county-education-officials-review-second-interim-financial-reports-amid-layoff-concerns/

Sunol Glen Unified School District faced employee layoffs. Initially, four staff members were slated for dismissal. The school board voted to save a preschool teacher and a childcare worker. An art teacher's position was reduced to part-time. A health support specialist and a noon duty supervisor remain at risk.

Sunol, California

https://tricityvoice.com/small-school-district-affected-by-layoffs/

You would be smart to quit your Oracle job in California and move to find a job in either St Louis Missouri, Detroit Michigan or Cook County Illinois which is Chicago. Gas in all three cities is cheaper but you’re going to have to dodge all the bustin caps going along with the natives. As far as schools go, forget it.

Eighty-five workers are affected by job cuts. These cuts are at the San Jose headquarters. Dozens more workers are affected across the Bay Area. Layoffs will occur in two separate rounds. This is tied to a banking platform conversion.

San Jose, California

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news/2026/03/20/citizens-business-bank-layoffs-heritage-san-jose.html