Tag: California economy
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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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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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Single? Divorced? Widowed? California Auto Insurance Ruling Could Affect Millions of Latino Drivers Single? Divorced? Widowed? California Auto Insurance Ruling Could Affect Millions of Latino Drivers
California July 19, 2026

Single? Divorced? Widowed? California Auto Insurance Ruling Could Affect Millions of Latino Drivers

A California court decision involving marital status and auto insurance pricing has ... 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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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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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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Where Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Differ on Immigration, Healthcare and California’s Economy Where Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Differ on Immigration, Healthcare and California’s Economy
Politics July 6, 2026

Where Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Differ on Immigration, Healthcare and California’s Economy

The two gubernatorial candidates offer sharply different approaches to immigration, Medi-Cal, affordability ... more

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‘It’s a Scam’: Millions Charged to Migrants for Visas That Went Nowhere, Expert Says ‘It’s a Scam’: Millions Charged to Migrants for Visas That Went Nowhere, Expert Says
Immigration April 26, 2026

‘It’s a Scam’: Millions Charged to Migrants for Visas That Went Nowhere, Expert Says

Trump legal immigration restrictions impact is drawing scrutiny after new findings show ... 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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After Prison in California: The Hidden Struggle to Find Work, Rebuild Income, and Move Forward After Prison in California: The Hidden Struggle to Find Work, Rebuild Income, and Move Forward
California July 27, 2026

After Prison in California: The Hidden Struggle to Find Work, Rebuild Income, and Move Forward

A new study finds that many formerly incarcerated people return home with ... more

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How California Families Are Saving Money on Memorial Day Cookouts Without Giving Up Carne Asada Vibes How California Families Are Saving Money on Memorial Day Cookouts Without Giving Up Carne Asada Vibes
Culture May 20, 2026

How California Families Are Saving Money on Memorial Day Cookouts Without Giving Up Carne Asada Vibes

Record beef prices are forcing many families to rethink Memorial Day grilling ... 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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No Relief at the Checkout: LA Latino Families Face the Ongoing Grocery Price Squeeze No Relief at the Checkout: LA Latino Families Face the Ongoing Grocery Price Squeeze
Food July 29, 2026

No Relief at the Checkout: LA Latino Families Face the Ongoing Grocery Price Squeeze

Food inflation has slowed, but grocery prices remain about 33% higher than ... 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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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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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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Latino-Owned Businesses Turn to AI Customer Service as Costs Rise, but Trust Risks Could Be High Latino-Owned Businesses Turn to AI Customer Service as Costs Rise, but Trust Risks Could Be High
Establish May 5, 2026

Latino-Owned Businesses Turn to AI Customer Service as Costs Rise, but Trust Risks Could Be High

From Los Angeles salons to neighborhood restaurants, small firms are using AI ... 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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