Category: Economy
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The Voters Who Turned Away From Trump The Voters Who Turned Away From Trump
Economy January 22, 2026

The Voters Who Turned Away From Trump

Once strong gains among young and nonwhite voters have receded, and recent ... more

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World Cup and Olympics Put Los Angeles’ Finances — and Equity — to the Test World Cup and Olympics Put Los Angeles’ Finances — and Equity — to the Test
Economy January 20, 2026

World Cup and Olympics Put Los Angeles’ Finances — and Equity — to the Test

As the city tightens its budget, Latino workers and small businesses stand ... more

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Inflation Crisis? Trump’s MAHA Solution Is a Tragic $3 Meal Inflation Crisis? Trump’s MAHA Solution Is a Tragic $3 Meal
Economy January 15, 2026

Inflation Crisis? Trump’s MAHA Solution Is a Tragic $3 Meal

Brooke Rollins’ claim that Americans can eat nutritiously for $3 a meal ... more

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California’s Minimum Wage is Increasing in 2026 as Los Angeles Debates $30 an Hour California’s Minimum Wage is Increasing in 2026 as Los Angeles Debates $30 an Hour
California December 24, 2025

California’s Minimum Wage is Increasing in 2026 as Los Angeles Debates $30 an Hour

California’s minimum wage is adjusted every year for inflation. Some cities have ... more

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Worried About the Economy, Americans Holiday Still Plan to Spend Big for the Holidays Worried About the Economy, Americans Holiday Still Plan to Spend Big for the Holidays
Economy December 17, 2025

Worried About the Economy, Americans Holiday Still Plan to Spend Big for the Holidays

Holiday spending outlook 2025 shows rising gift budgets even as job fears ... more

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Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan Could Wipe Out 400,000 Care Jobs Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan Could Wipe Out 400,000 Care Jobs
Economy December 15, 2025

Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan Could Wipe Out 400,000 Care Jobs

Economic Policy Institute says Trump's mass deportation job losses would hit seniors, ... more

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How Much Will The Minimum Wage Increase in California in 2026? How Much Will The Minimum Wage Increase in California in 2026?
California December 11, 2025

How Much Will The Minimum Wage Increase in California in 2026?

The California minimum wage 2026 increase to $16.90 triggers new thresholds for ... more

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Regret Rises: Food Pantry Shortages Turn Trump Voters Against Their Pick Regret Rises: Food Pantry Shortages Turn Trump Voters Against Their Pick
Cover Story December 1, 2025

Regret Rises: Food Pantry Shortages Turn Trump Voters Against Their Pick

  SNAP cuts impact food pantries nationwide as Trump-era policies slash aid, forcing ... more

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When should you stop eating Thanksgiving leftovers? When should you stop eating Thanksgiving leftovers?
Economy November 28, 2025

When should you stop eating Thanksgiving leftovers?

Family and friends are back at home and work following the holiday ... more

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“Not With My Dollars: ICE Out of My Wallet” “Not With My Dollars: ICE Out of My Wallet”
Economy November 27, 2025

“Not With My Dollars: ICE Out of My Wallet”

  ICE Out of My Wallet’ calls out Amazon, Microsoft, Target, Spotify and ... more

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Gratitude and doubt: The effects of the shutdown linger as families prepare for Thanksgiving Gratitude and doubt: The effects of the shutdown linger as families prepare for Thanksgiving
Economy November 27, 2025

Gratitude and doubt: The effects of the shutdown linger as families prepare for Thanksgiving

  As SNAP benefits stall during the shutdown, families face food insecurity and ... more

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The Holidays Are Here—Is It Time to Focus on What Truly Matters? The Holidays Are Here—Is It Time to Focus on What Truly Matters?
Economy November 25, 2025

The Holidays Are Here—Is It Time to Focus on What Truly Matters?

How inflation, layoffs, and shifting budgets are reshaping Holiday Retail Spending Trends ... more

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Seasonal Hiring Decelerates, Signaling Tougher Market for Job Seekers Seasonal Hiring Decelerates, Signaling Tougher Market for Job Seekers
Economy November 21, 2025

Seasonal Hiring Decelerates, Signaling Tougher Market for Job Seekers

Employers are signaling a more cautious approach to holiday hiring this year. ... more

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Can L.A. Workers Survive? Coalition Pushes for $30 Minimum Wage by 2030 Can L.A. Workers Survive? Coalition Pushes for $30 Minimum Wage by 2030
Cover Story November 20, 2025

Can L.A. Workers Survive? Coalition Pushes for $30 Minimum Wage by 2030

A coalition of labor and progressive activists announced Tuesday that they plan ... more

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Food Stamps Are Back — But Millions May Lose Access Forever Food Stamps Are Back — But Millions May Lose Access Forever
Economy November 18, 2025

Food Stamps Are Back — But Millions May Lose Access Forever

Millions of Americans welcomed the end of the government shutdown — and ... more

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Trump-Era Inflation Hits Home: Families Pay $1000 More Each Month Trump-Era Inflation Hits Home: Families Pay $1000 More Each Month
Consumer Alert November 14, 2025

Trump-Era Inflation Hits Home: Families Pay $1000 More Each Month

Democrats on the Congressional Joint Economic Committee released a report Thursday detailing ... more

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Sanders, 80+ Dems Tell Starbucks: Stop Union Busting Sanders, 80+ Dems Tell Starbucks: Stop Union Busting
Economy November 12, 2025

Sanders, 80+ Dems Tell Starbucks: Stop Union Busting

As Starbucks workers prepare to strike amid stalled contract talks with management, ... more

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When Low-Income Shoppers Pull Back, the Whole Economy Feels It When Low-Income Shoppers Pull Back, the Whole Economy Feels It
Economy November 11, 2025

When Low-Income Shoppers Pull Back, the Whole Economy Feels It

Traffic from low-income consumers at quick-service restaurants declined by “nearly double digits ... more

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Turkey Up, Veggies Down: The Mixed Story Behind 2025 Thanksgiving Prices Turkey Up, Veggies Down: The Mixed Story Behind 2025 Thanksgiving Prices
Economy November 10, 2025

Turkey Up, Veggies Down: The Mixed Story Behind 2025 Thanksgiving Prices

Thanksgiving is weeks away, which means food — a lot of it ... more