City of Oakland laying off around 100 workers amid $129M+ deficit
Nearly 100 city workers will either be bumped or laid off as the City of Oakland works to close a multimillion-dollar deficit in its budget.
Trump tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China will start Saturday, WH says
Experts say the tariffs, which begin Feb. 1, are like launching “a grenade" into the economy.
10 things that could cost more under new tariffs
A 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, plus additional tariffs on China, could drive up prices on everything from gas and groceries to smartphones and cars.
Where's my refund? How to track your IRS tax return
It’s officially tax season, and Americans can start checking the status of their refunds within 24 hours after an e-filed return is received.
US tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday—what it means for gas prices
President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday, but he hasn’t decided whether to include oil imports— a move that could affect gas prices despite his pledge to cut energy costs.
Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?
San Francisco's Meals on Wheels program faces uncertainty over Trump funding freeze
Many San Francisco seniors are able to live on their own thanks to help from Meals on Wheels. The White House's freeze of funds would eliminate 37% of its yearly budget.
Oakland residents could be eligible to receive refunds for recycling overpayments
Some Oakland residents could be eligible for a refund from a recycling company owned by a family at the crux of an FBI investigation linked to former Mayor Sheng Thao.
Is FAFSA paused? What we know about federal loan freeze
The federal funding freeze, issued by President Donald Trump, is scheduled to take effect Tuesday.
Survey: 50% of millennials rely on tax return to make ends meet
A new survey reveals that many Americans, especially millennials and Gen Z, depend on tax refunds while grappling with stress and financial challenges during tax season.
China's DeepSeek AI rattles tech industry
The tech world was in a downward spiral on Monday over a new Chinese entry into the highly competitive field of artificial intelligence and machine learning by the company DeepSeek.
California Lottery player thought he won $1K; turns out he actually won $1M
A California lottery player got a shock of a lifetime when he went to claim what he thought was a $1,000 prize from a winning scratchers ticket. Turns out he was mistaken, and he actually hit the top prize of $1 million.
Have you committed financial infidelity? You're not alone
Forty percent of U.S. adults who are in committed relationships admitted to committing some form of financial infidelity against their significant other, according to a recent survey.
How much does a relationship cost? Study reveals the price of love
A recent study reveals how much Americans spend on relationships, from date nights to gifts, and the financial dynamics between partners.
2024 tax filing: How to Direct File, 1099-K reportings, and other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Sonoma State kills athletic department, some education programs
Facing a $24 million budget deficit, Sonoma State University is ending all eleven of its sports programs and cutting out or rolling back other programs and people, and on Friday, meetings were held on campus where students and instructors vented their angst and anger.
Could you handle a $1,000 emergency expense? Report says most Americans can't
A Bankrate survey reveals most Americans struggle to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, highlighting the financial strain caused by inflation and high interest rates.
L.A. fires are an omen that could redefine firefighting preparations
The firestorm swarm in Los Angeles may be an omen of what's to come even before and after the traditional warm weather peak fire season of what's now the fire year.
Trump's proposed tariffs against Mexico and Canada: What's on the list?
If President Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imported goods, the question is not, 'What’s on the list?' It's ‘What’s not on the list?’
Here’s how far your paycheck goes in America's major cities in 2025
Bankrate’s recent analysis of cost-of-living data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis reveals that relocating for a job may not always lead to the expected increase in purchasing power.