Category: Economy
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17% Spike in LA Bankruptcies; Spanish Most Requested for Creditor Meetings 17% Spike in LA Bankruptcies; Spanish Most Requested for Creditor Meetings
Economy April 29, 2026

17% Spike in LA Bankruptcies; Spanish Most Requested for Creditor Meetings

Bankruptcy filings in Los Angeles are rising sharply as inflation, debt, and ... more

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LA–Orange County Housing Heats Up: 14% Sold in 7 Days, Most Above Asking LA–Orange County Housing Heats Up: 14% Sold in 7 Days, Most Above Asking
Economy April 29, 2026

LA–Orange County Housing Heats Up: 14% Sold in 7 Days, Most Above Asking

New data shows California homes are more likely to sell quickly when ... more

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30% of Consumers Are Underwater on Auto Loans at Trade-In 30% of Consumers Are Underwater on Auto Loans at Trade-In
Consumer Alert April 29, 2026

30% of Consumers Are Underwater on Auto Loans at Trade-In

A growing number of Americans are carrying thousands in negative equity into ... more

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As Grocery Costs Surge, Republicans Move to Slash $200M From WIC As Grocery Costs Surge, Republicans Move to Slash 0M From WIC
Economy April 23, 2026

As Grocery Costs Surge, Republicans Move to Slash $200M From WIC

House Republicans propose WIC cuts in 2026, raising concerns for families nationwide, ... more

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The Truth About Immigrants and Taxes: What the Data Really Shows The Truth About Immigrants and Taxes: What the Data Really Shows
Economy April 13, 2026

The Truth About Immigrants and Taxes: What the Data Really Shows

immigrants economic impact US reveals a long-term economic contribution often overlooked in ... more

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Los Angeles Growth Is Stalling as Immigration Slows and Residents Move Out Los Angeles Growth Is Stalling as Immigration Slows and Residents Move Out
Economy April 12, 2026

Los Angeles Growth Is Stalling as Immigration Slows and Residents Move Out

Los angeles population decline is accelerating as fewer immigrants arrive and more ... more

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Gas Prices Are Falling, but California Drivers Will Still Pay More Gas Prices Are Falling, but California Drivers Will Still Pay More
California April 8, 2026

Gas Prices Are Falling, but California Drivers Will Still Pay More

California gas prices why so high remains a pressing question as falling ... more

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‘If He’d Stayed on the Golf Course, We’d be in a Better Place’ ‘If He’d Stayed on the Golf Course, We’d be in a Better Place’
Economy April 2, 2026

‘If He’d Stayed on the Golf Course, We’d be in a Better Place’

Trump tariffs economic impact is reshaping investor behavior, slowing job growth, and ... more

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Tax Refunds Are Up 11% This Season—Here’s How to Make Sure You Get the Full Amount Tax Refunds Are Up 11% This Season—Here’s How to Make Sure You Get the Full Amount
Economy March 30, 2026

Tax Refunds Are Up 11% This Season—Here’s How to Make Sure You Get the Full Amount

The average tax refund is climbing in 2026, but new tax policies ... more

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Why Young Renters Are Ditching Living Rooms Why Young Renters Are Ditching Living Rooms
Economy March 29, 2026

Why Young Renters Are Ditching Living Rooms

  No living room apartments are becoming a common strategy as rising housing ... more

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Coming Soon: Trump’s Signature Headed for U.S. Currency Coming Soon: Trump’s Signature Headed for U.S. Currency
Economy March 26, 2026

Coming Soon: Trump’s Signature Headed for U.S. Currency

The Trump signature on US currency marks a historic shift tied to ... more

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Soaring Gas Prices Push Uber and Lyft Drivers to Reject More Trips Soaring Gas Prices Push Uber and Lyft Drivers to Reject More Trips
Economy March 23, 2026

Soaring Gas Prices Push Uber and Lyft Drivers to Reject More Trips

Uber Lyft drivers gas prices impact is forcing gig workers to change ... more

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California Gas Tax Relief Fight Intensifies as Latino Voters Feel the Pinch California Gas Tax Relief Fight Intensifies as Latino Voters Feel the Pinch
Economy March 21, 2026

California Gas Tax Relief Fight Intensifies as Latino Voters Feel the Pinch

California gas tax relief 2026 debate intensifies after SB 1035 fails, as ... more

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California Faces Sky-High Gas Prices: Quick Relief Options Exist—Let’s Get It Done California Faces Sky-High Gas Prices: Quick Relief Options Exist—Let’s Get It Done
California March 18, 2026

California Faces Sky-High Gas Prices: Quick Relief Options Exist—Let’s Get It Done

Record-high California gas prices are straining household budgets. Lawmakers are pushing immediate ... more

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New Study: Millions of Americans Trapped in Credit Card Debt Cycles New Study: Millions of Americans Trapped in Credit Card Debt Cycles
Economy March 18, 2026

New Study: Millions of Americans Trapped in Credit Card Debt Cycles

US President Donald Trump promised repeatedly during his 2024 campaign to temporarily ... more

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Mexico’s New Strategy to Stop the Screwworm Could Stabilize Rising U.S. Beef Prices Mexico’s New Strategy to Stop the Screwworm Could Stabilize Rising U.S. Beef Prices
Economy March 14, 2026

Mexico’s New Strategy to Stop the Screwworm Could Stabilize Rising U.S. Beef Prices

Mexico’s new screwworm containment strategy—releasing sterilized flies across affected regions—aims to protect ... more

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Rising Gas Prices: Should You Finally Switch to an Electric Car? Rising Gas Prices: Should You Finally Switch to an Electric Car?
Economy March 10, 2026

Rising Gas Prices: Should You Finally Switch to an Electric Car?

With gasoline topping $5 per gallon in parts of California, many drivers ... more

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Drivers Feel the Pinch as Gas Prices Rise — Here’s How to Save Drivers Feel the Pinch as Gas Prices Rise — Here’s How to Save
California March 9, 2026

Drivers Feel the Pinch as Gas Prices Rise — Here’s How to Save

Prices at the pump have emerged in recent days as U.S. Involvement ... more

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Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Refund Billions in Illegal Tariffs Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Refund Billions in Illegal Tariffs
Economy March 5, 2026

Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Refund Billions in Illegal Tariffs

US customs officials are due to report to the Court of International ... more

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401(k) Withdrawals Hit Record High Amid Trump Economy Pressures 401(k) Withdrawals Hit Record High Amid Trump Economy Pressures
Economy March 4, 2026

401(k) Withdrawals Hit Record High Amid Trump Economy Pressures

A surge in 401(k) hardship withdrawals highlights growing financial pressure on American ... more