California

The company's earnings fell 20% from a year earlier, reflecting $5 million in restructuring charges and a higher loan-loss provision.

The $34 million acquisition is expected to strengthen Central Valley's banking operations in northern California.

Unable to outspend big banks on technology, Asian-American banks are marketing to different ethnic groups and immigrants, sponsoring events for youth and young professionals and emphasizing in-person service.

Doug Bowers will serve as the permanent replacement for Steven Sugarman, who resigned in January.

Sierra will pay $36 million for the parent of the $257 million-asset Ojai Community Bank in a deal that should close by the end of this year.

The California company's credit issues eased some in the first quarter, though earnings were down from a year earlier due to charges tied to cost cutting and reductions in three loan categories.

Credit union will switch May 1, becoming the 20th Share One client in California.

Opus Bank has added Paul Greig, who was CEO of FirstMerit until its sale in July, as a director.

The deal, which is expected to close in the fourth quarter, should significantly increase PacWest's operations in Southern California.

Dean Odle takes over for Robin Lentz, who retired after 37 years at the helm.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issued the directive following an interim examination.

Opes Advisors has 39 locations in California, Oregon and Washington. The firm generated $3 billion in mortgages last year.

The California company will lease space on three floors of the building, while keeping a branch at the location.

SoCal native Rudy Pereira has led Wisconsin's Royal CU since 2011, but has accepted a position back home in Southern California with Premier America CU.

Collaboration will allow buyers to tap state assistance for down payment, closing costs.

VA Desert Pacific FCU and East Idaho CU select outsourced delivery model of Episys core processing platform.

The cuts punctuate the end to a rapid expansion period at the company, which now seems to be prioritizing profitability over growth.

After sponsoring the Poinsettia Bowl for 12 years, SDCCU will hang its name on bowl game with four decades of history.

The company also seems to be shifting the narrative to operational performance after addressing claims of questionable insider dealings.

CO-OP, FCTI reach agreement keeping 8,000 ATMs in convenience markets nationwide.