Category: Economy
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California’s Water Rules Have Changed Permanently. Here’s Why Your Water Bill Keeps Rising California’s Water Rules Have Changed Permanently. Here’s Why Your Water Bill Keeps Rising
Consumer Alert July 14, 2026

California’s Water Rules Have Changed Permanently. Here’s Why Your Water Bill Keeps Rising

California's emergency drought rules may be over, but permanent conservation requirements are ... more

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As Living Costs Rise, More Californians Turn to Secondhand Goods to Make Ends Meet As Living Costs Rise, More Californians Turn to Secondhand Goods to Make Ends Meet
Consumer October 29, 2026

As Living Costs Rise, More Californians Turn to Secondhand Goods to Make Ends Meet

With millions of Californians struggling to afford housing and everyday necessities, national ... more

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ICE Raids and Deportation Fears Could Cost the U.S. $479 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue ICE Raids and Deportation Fears Could Cost the U.S. $479 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue
Economy May 18, 2026

ICE Raids and Deportation Fears Could Cost the U.S. $479 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue

Tax experts say fear of deportation and IRS data-sharing concerns are discouraging ... 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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When Eating Hurts: LA Groceries Take a Bigger Bite From Lower Incomes When Eating Hurts: LA Groceries Take a Bigger Bite From Lower Incomes
California October 7, 2026

When Eating Hurts: LA Groceries Take a Bigger Bite From Lower Incomes

Groceries don't have to be the most expensive in the country to ... 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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Trump’s Iran War Is Making Memorial Day Travel More Expensive Trump’s Iran War Is Making Memorial Day Travel More Expensive
Economy May 20, 2026

Trump’s Iran War Is Making Memorial Day Travel More Expensive

Rising oil prices linked to the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the ... more

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This Is Why a 25% Social Security Benefit Cut Could Hit in 2032 This Is Why a 25% Social Security Benefit Cut Could Hit in 2032
Economy June 29, 2026

This Is Why a 25% Social Security Benefit Cut Could Hit in 2032

The latest Trustees Report says the retirement trust fund could run short ... more

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California Economy Is Growing. Why Are Families Still Struggling? California Economy Is Growing. Why Are Families Still Struggling?
Economy July 29, 2026

California Economy Is Growing. Why Are Families Still Struggling?

California's economy continues to expand, but many families say higher wages haven't ... more

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Inflation Is Still Squeezing California Families. Why a Household Budget Matters More Than Ever in 2026 Inflation Is Still Squeezing California Families. Why a Household Budget Matters More Than Ever in 2026
Cover Story May 28, 2026

Inflation Is Still Squeezing California Families. Why a Household Budget Matters More Than Ever in 2026

New inflation data shows costs are still climbing across essentials like housing, ... more

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Disability Applicants Face Longer Waits and Tougher Rules After SSA Staff Cuts Disability Applicants Face Longer Waits and Tougher Rules After SSA Staff Cuts
Economy June 2, 2026

Disability Applicants Face Longer Waits and Tougher Rules After SSA Staff Cuts

Workforce reductions, office closures, policy shifts and expanded AI tools at the ... more

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Restaurant Closures Don’t Respect Race, Gender, or Economic Status Restaurant Closures Don’t Respect Race, Gender, or Economic Status
Business September 16, 2026

Restaurant Closures Don’t Respect Race, Gender, or Economic Status

The 2026 closures span neighborhood institutions, family-owned restaurants and established operators. Their ... more

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$200 at the Pump? Drivers Are Buying Used EVs $200 at the Pump? Drivers Are Buying Used EVs
Climate Change June 10, 2026

$200 at the Pump? Drivers Are Buying Used EVs

There is a growing number of Americans finding refuge from soaring fuel ... more

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Poverty in California: Impact on the Latino Community and Why Los Angeles Faces the Greatest Challenges Poverty in California: Impact on the Latino Community and Why Los Angeles Faces the Greatest Challenges
California July 5, 2026

Poverty in California: Impact on the Latino Community and Why Los Angeles Faces the Greatest Challenges

High housing costs, inflation and wage gaps are leaving more California families ... more

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Inflation Is Rising Beyond Gasoline, Driving Up the Cost of Everyday Life Inflation Is Rising Beyond Gasoline, Driving Up the Cost of Everyday Life
Economy October 15, 2026

Inflation Is Rising Beyond Gasoline, Driving Up the Cost of Everyday Life

Gasoline accounted for more than half of the monthly price increase, but ... more

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LAUSD Takes Slow Path to California’s New Financial Literacy Mandate LAUSD Takes Slow Path to California’s New Financial Literacy Mandate
Economy June 15, 2026

LAUSD Takes Slow Path to California’s New Financial Literacy Mandate

A new California graduation requirement will make personal finance education mandatory for ... more

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