More Californians are able to afford a home, as housing affordability hits 4-year-high, new figures show
New figures show that an increasing number of people have been able to afford a home in California, thanks to factors including declining interest rates and falling home prices.
New figures show that an increasing number of people have been able to afford a home in California, thanks to factors including declining interest rates and falling home prices.
These cities rank as the best places to start a career in 2026, according to data
For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.
For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.
Map: How much are federal, state gas taxes?
State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.
State gas taxes are often higher than the federal gas tax, and help maintain roads and infrastructure. Here is a breakdown.
Trump says he aims to suspend gas tax amid high fuel prices
President Donald Trump said on Monday morning that he aims to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time to help address high fuel prices.
President Donald Trump said on Monday morning that he aims to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time to help address high fuel prices.
Mother's Day 2026 food deals and discounts
Mother's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the mothers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies.
Mother's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the mothers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies.
Chicago suburb expands cash handouts as race-based reparations program faces major legal battle
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
April job cuts up nearly 40%: See which industries had the most layoffs
Job cuts last month increased by 38%, according to a recent report by Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Job cuts last month increased by 38%, according to a recent report by Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Shell reports nearly $7 billion profits amid war with Iran
Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Hire Oakland job fair
Hire Oakland Job Fair will be taking place outside at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday, May 13. The citywide hiring event will feature recruiters from EBMUD, Samuel Merritt University, the City of Oakland, BART, PG&E, and more. Visraant Iyer, gives insight.
Hire Oakland Job Fair will be taking place outside at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday, May 13. The citywide hiring event will feature recruiters from EBMUD, Samuel Merritt University, the City of Oakland, BART, PG&E, and more. Visraant Iyer, gives insight.
USDA makes 1,000 arrests in SNAP abuse, will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock more nutritious foods
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cracking down on abuse of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), making over 1,000 arrests in a sweeping crackdown. The USDA is also implementing changes which will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock a broader variety of nutritious food.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cracking down on abuse of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), making over 1,000 arrests in a sweeping crackdown. The USDA is also implementing changes which will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock a broader variety of nutritious food.
Bay Area air officials face pushback over proposed natural gas water heater phase-out
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is considering a rule to phase out natural gas water heaters in favor of zero-emission electric heat pump alternatives.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is considering a rule to phase out natural gas water heaters in favor of zero-emission electric heat pump alternatives.
Elon Musk hit with $1.5M fine in Twitter disclosures settlement
Elon Musk will pay the massive fine to settle a long-running Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit over his 2022 acquisition of Twitter. The deal resolves allegations that Musk delayed disclosing his initial stake in the company.
Elon Musk will pay the massive fine to settle a long-running Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit over his 2022 acquisition of Twitter. The deal resolves allegations that Musk delayed disclosing his initial stake in the company.
Officials warn of banking spoof callers draining customers' accounts
Officials are warning customers about banking spoof calls that could trick them into emptying their accounts. Here's what to know.
Officials are warning customers about banking spoof calls that could trick them into emptying their accounts. Here's what to know.
Apple settlement: Owners of some iPhone models could get $95
Apple agreed to a massive multimillion dollar settlement for a class-action lawsuit in a deal that means owners may receive up to $95 for each eligible iPhone device. Here’s what you need to know.
Apple agreed to a massive multimillion dollar settlement for a class-action lawsuit in a deal that means owners may receive up to $95 for each eligible iPhone device. Here’s what you need to know.
California billionaires could face one-time tax to fund healthcare emergency
A proposed November ballot initiative seeks a one-time 5% emergency tax on the net worth of Californians with more than $1 billion in assets.
A proposed November ballot initiative seeks a one-time 5% emergency tax on the net worth of Californians with more than $1 billion in assets.
State Farm fined by California regulators over wildfire claim violations
The California Department of Insurance has sanctioned State Farm for more than 400 violations related to wildfire claims in Pacific Palisades and Altadena.
The California Department of Insurance has sanctioned State Farm for more than 400 violations related to wildfire claims in Pacific Palisades and Altadena.
DOJ confirms antitrust probe of major meatpackers over beef price inflation
The Justice Department confirmed its active investigation of potential antitrust violations in U.S. cattle and beef markets, reviewing more than 3 million documents and interviewing industry participants as federal officials scrutinize whether highly concentrated meatpacking power has contributed to high beef prices.
The Justice Department confirmed its active investigation of potential antitrust violations in U.S. cattle and beef markets, reviewing more than 3 million documents and interviewing industry participants as federal officials scrutinize whether highly concentrated meatpacking power has contributed to high beef prices.
US restaurant sales fall as Iran war drives up gas prices
With pain at the gas pump reaching new highs due to U.S.-Iran tensions, many consumers are pulling back on dining out. Major restaurant brands report falling revenue as households pivot to cost-saving measures to offset rising daily expenses.
With pain at the gas pump reaching new highs due to U.S.-Iran tensions, many consumers are pulling back on dining out. Major restaurant brands report falling revenue as households pivot to cost-saving measures to offset rising daily expenses.
GameStop makes $56 billion bid to buy eBay
GameStop launched a bid to purchase eBay in a proposed merger CEO Ryan Cohen believes can transform the companies into a major competitor for Amazon.
GameStop launched a bid to purchase eBay in a proposed merger CEO Ryan Cohen believes can transform the companies into a major competitor for Amazon.
Sony PlayStation lawsuit: Gamers may qualify for $7.85M settlement — What to know
Sony Interactive Entertainment has agreed to a proposed $7.85 million settlement in a class action lawsuit alleging it inflated prices for digital games.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has agreed to a proposed $7.85 million settlement in a class action lawsuit alleging it inflated prices for digital games.