Tag: California economy
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Santa Monica’s Small-Business Crisis Is Real. The Reasons Are Many. Santa Monica’s Small-Business Crisis Is Real. The Reasons Are Many.
Business Cover Story October 6, 2026

Santa Monica’s Small-Business Crisis Is Real. The Reasons Are Many.

New RAND research shows Santa Monica’s economic decline is deeper than the ... more

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The Cost of Halloween Keeps Rising, and It Lands at the Ballot Box Just Before the Midterms The Cost of Halloween Keeps Rising, and It Lands at the Ballot Box Just Before the Midterms
California October 4, 2026

The Cost of Halloween Keeps Rising, and It Lands at the Ballot Box Just Before the Midterms

Americans are still spending on Halloween even as higher prices squeeze household ... more

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Becerra called Hilton’s claims “alternative facts.” We checked the evidence. Becerra called Hilton’s claims “alternative facts.” We checked the evidence.
2026 Races October 1, 2026

Becerra called Hilton’s claims “alternative facts.” We checked the evidence.

Parriva checks major claims from the September 30 California governor debate between ... more

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More Americans View Socialism Positively. What Does That Mean for California? More Americans View Socialism Positively. What Does That Mean for California?
California September 25, 2026

More Americans View Socialism Positively. What Does That Mean for California?

Gallup finds 43% of Americans view socialism positively, but capitalism and small ... more

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California Added 39,400 Jobs in August. Why Were Fewer Californians Working? California Added 39,400 Jobs in August. Why Were Fewer Californians Working?
California September 24, 2026

California Added 39,400 Jobs in August. Why Were Fewer Californians Working?

California employers added 39,400 jobs in August, but the number of Californians ... more

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Tariffs, Raids, and Rising Prices: How Trump’s Own Policies Are Turning Rural America Against Him Tariffs, Raids, and Rising Prices: How Trump’s Own Policies Are Turning Rural America Against Him
Business September 20, 2026

Tariffs, Raids, and Rising Prices: How Trump’s Own Policies Are Turning Rural America Against Him

California Farmers Are Caught Between Immigration Enforcement and Trump’s Trade Policies California agriculture ... more

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California’s Affordability Problem Is Widespread, But Californians Don’t Experience It the Same Way California’s Affordability Problem Is Widespread, But Californians Don’t Experience It the Same Way
California September 15, 2026

California’s Affordability Problem Is Widespread, But Californians Don’t Experience It the Same Way

California's affordability problem is widespread, but the September PPIC Statewide Survey shows ... more

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Don’t Quit Your Job Yet: How Californians Can Test a Business Idea Without Betting the House Don’t Quit Your Job Yet: How Californians Can Test a Business Idea Without Betting the House
Small Business September 13, 2026

Don’t Quit Your Job Yet: How Californians Can Test a Business Idea Without Betting the House

For Californians thinking about starting a business, the biggest decision may not ... more

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Should Your Small Business Close One Day a Week? Do the Math First Should Your Small Business Close One Day a Week? Do the Math First
Business Insights September 7, 2026

Should Your Small Business Close One Day a Week? Do the Math First

Closing a day can cut labor and operating costs, but for California ... more

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Labor Day in California: When Working Hard Still Isn’t Enough Labor Day in California: When Working Hard Still Isn’t Enough
Immigration September 5, 2026

Labor Day in California: When Working Hard Still Isn’t Enough

For families facing high living costs, worker poverty and immigration uncertainty, Labor ... more

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California Unemployment Fell to 5.1%. But the State Also Lost 20,500 Jobs. Here’s What It Means California Unemployment Fell to 5.1%. But the State Also Lost 20,500 Jobs. Here’s What It Means
Context August 21, 2026

California Unemployment Fell to 5.1%. But the State Also Lost 20,500 Jobs. Here’s What It Means

California's July jobs report looks positive at first glance. A closer look ... more

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California Faces $161.9 Million Hit as International Student Enrollment Falls California Faces $161.9 Million Hit as International Student Enrollment Falls
Economy August 16, 2026

California Faces $161.9 Million Hit as International Student Enrollment Falls

California stands to lose more economic activity from the decline in new ... more

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They Say Small Businesses Hold Up the Economy. Is That Still True When the Economy Itself Is in Crisis? They Say Small Businesses Hold Up the Economy. Is That Still True When the Economy Itself Is in Crisis?
Context August 10, 2026

They Say Small Businesses Hold Up the Economy. Is That Still True When the Economy Itself Is in Crisis?

Small businesses are supposed to anchor local economies. New UCLA research shows ... more

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Food Insecurity Surges in Orange County, With Latino Families and Children Hit Hardest Food Insecurity Surges in Orange County, With Latino Families and Children Hit Hardest
Food August 5, 2026

Food Insecurity Surges in Orange County, With Latino Families and Children Hit Hardest

A new Feeding America report reveals a sharp increase in food insecurity ... more

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America Is Getting Older. California Shows What Comes Next. America Is Getting Older. California Shows What Comes Next.
California August 2, 2026

America Is Getting Older. California Shows What Comes Next.

As the United States grows older, California's expanding Latino population is helping ... more

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How Immigration Enforcement Is Reshaping Latino Workers and Communities in California and Los Angeles How Immigration Enforcement Is Reshaping Latino Workers and Communities in California and Los Angeles
Immigration July 30, 2026

How Immigration Enforcement Is Reshaping Latino Workers and Communities in California and Los Angeles

An NBER study found that increased immigration enforcement can reduce workforce participation, ... more

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As California Vineyards Shrink, Latino Workers Face an Uncertain Future As California Vineyards Shrink, Latino Workers Face an Uncertain Future
Immigration July 30, 2026

As California Vineyards Shrink, Latino Workers Face an Uncertain Future

Vineyard removals, declining wine demand and reduced harvests are leaving many Latino ... 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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