LOS ANGELES-Real estate firm pays $30 million for 75,000 sf of office space in central Tokyo.

LOS ANGELES-The home-furnishings giant closes purchase of parcel that straddles LA and Kern counties, plans to begin 1.8-million-sf industrial development within weeks.

LOS ANGELES-Gov. Gray Davis has signed a bill that requires those who want to divvy up the city disclose the names of contributors who are funding their efforts.

LOS ANGELES-After nearly two years, the North County suburb will once again OK new apartments and condos.

LOS ANGELES-A Superior Court judge overrules local officials, permits development group to demolish low-income housing to build upscale complex.

ORANGE COUNTY, CA-The Internet hasn't killed walk-ins. Not yet, at any rate.

LOS ANGELES-Economy should keep expanding next year, annual report says, fueling demand for office and industrial space. The outlook for retail isn't as bright.

ORANGE COUNTY, CA-Despite the state Legislature's approval, Gov. Gray Davis kills plan to help Tustin convert its closed military base into commercial and residential project.