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After-Christmas sales start Monday, but banks are closed After-Christmas sales start Monday, but banks are closed
Economy December 26, 2022

After-Christmas sales start Monday, but banks are closed

The day after Christmas looks a little different this year since the ... more

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After a chaotic shopping weekend it’s time for Giving Tuesday After a chaotic shopping weekend it’s time for Giving Tuesday
Economy November 29, 2022

After a chaotic shopping weekend it’s time for Giving Tuesday

What is Giving Tuesday? GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement that unleashes the ... more

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A world divided: The rich keep spending, as poorer Americans struggle A world divided: The rich keep spending, as poorer Americans struggle
Economy May 24, 2024

A world divided: The rich keep spending, as poorer Americans struggle

Rich Americans are reaping the rewards of soaring prices for stocks and ... more

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A Strong Peso, a Weak Dollar—and a Border Turned Upside Down A Strong Peso, a Weak Dollar—and a Border Turned Upside Down
Economy February 2, 2026

A Strong Peso, a Weak Dollar—and a Border Turned Upside Down

As the Mexican peso hits a two-year high, shoppers, resellers, and businesses ... more

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A Gift to Prison Telecoms: Trump FCC Hikes Inmate Call Rates A Gift to Prison Telecoms: Trump FCC Hikes Inmate Call Rates
Crime October 30, 2025

A Gift to Prison Telecoms: Trump FCC Hikes Inmate Call Rates

The Federal Communications Commission, an agency controlled by appointees of US President ... more

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A $50 Social Security Boost Won’t Go Far in Today’s Economy A  Social Security Boost Won’t Go Far in Today’s Economy
Economy October 27, 2025

A $50 Social Security Boost Won’t Go Far in Today’s Economy

The Social Security Administration on Friday announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment for ... more

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A $2,300 Apple iPhone? Trump tariffs could make that happen. A $2,300 Apple iPhone? Trump tariffs could make that happen.
Economy April 7, 2025

A $2,300 Apple iPhone? Trump tariffs could make that happen.

Your favorite iPhone could soon become much pricier, thanks to tariffs. U.S. President ... more

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How Much Is “A Lot” Anymore? Why $80,000 Can Be Considered Low Income in California How Much Is “A Lot” Anymore? Why $80,000 Can Be Considered Low Income in California
California September 10, 2026

How Much Is “A Lot” Anymore? Why $80,000 Can Be Considered Low Income in California

An $80,000 salary can sound comfortable. But California’s housing system measures income ... more

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66.6% of U.S. women who gave birth in the previous 12 months were in the labor force 66.6% of U.S. women who gave birth in the previous 12 months were in the labor force
Economy September 22, 2023

66.6% of U.S. women who gave birth in the previous 12 months were in the labor force

The percentage of women who recently gave birth and remained part of ... more

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5 Tips To Help You Control Holiday Spending 5 Tips To Help You Control Holiday Spending
Economy December 19, 2023

5 Tips To Help You Control Holiday Spending

It can be easy to go overboard on holiday shopping. But with ... more

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5 Tips for Holiday Shopping on a Budget 5 Tips for Holiday Shopping on a Budget
Economy December 10, 2024

5 Tips for Holiday Shopping on a Budget

As the holiday season approaches, so too does the busiest shopping season ... 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

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4 Tips for becoming a professional Latina entrepreneur 4 Tips for becoming a professional Latina entrepreneur
Economy March 10, 2023

4 Tips for becoming a professional Latina entrepreneur

Entrepreneurship is a popular way for millions of people all over the ... more

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2023: Top tax frustrations for Americans 2023: Top tax frustrations for Americans
Economy May 16, 2023

2023: Top tax frustrations for Americans

With the annual IRS tax filing deadline approaching, majorities of Americans continue ... 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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1 in 10 (11%) undocumented Californians are living in deep poverty. 1 in 10 (11%) undocumented Californians are living in deep poverty.
Community August 22, 2024

1 in 10 (11%) undocumented Californians are living in deep poverty.

The Food4All campaign is releasing a new infographic highlighting data from the ... more

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1.3 Million Tax Records Sought by ICE, Raising Privacy Concerns 1.3 Million Tax Records Sought by ICE, Raising Privacy Concerns
Economy October 31, 2025

1.3 Million Tax Records Sought by ICE, Raising Privacy Concerns

Immigration and Customs Enforcement requested information from the IRS on 1.28 million ... more

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