California ranks dead last in affordability, No. 35 overall in 2026 Best States list
California landed at No. 35 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best States rankings, scoring high in health care but ranking last in opportunity due to high costs.
California landed at No. 35 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best States rankings, scoring high in health care but ranking last in opportunity due to high costs.
California among top 3 destinations for weather-driven interstate moves, survey finds
A Redfin survey reveals better weather is the primary driver for out-of-state moves, with California ranking among the top three state destinations for relocating Americans.
A Redfin survey reveals better weather is the primary driver for out-of-state moves, with California ranking among the top three state destinations for relocating Americans.
LA homelessness rises in 2026 count as economic strain, subsidy cuts stall progress
The 2026 Greater LA Homelessness Count shows a 1.2% rise in county unhoused populations as economic hardships and subsidy reductions impact local housing progress.
The 2026 Greater LA Homelessness Count shows a 1.2% rise in county unhoused populations as economic hardships and subsidy reductions impact local housing progress.
Disney reportedly lays off hundreds of employees, Pixar hit hard despite blockbuster success
Disney laid off several hundred employees Tuesday morning across multiple divisions, with Pixar absorbing the largest share of the cuts.
Disney laid off several hundred employees Tuesday morning across multiple divisions, with Pixar absorbing the largest share of the cuts.
Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
California Pizza Kitchen founder says California has become too difficult for entrepreneurs
California Pizza Kitchen co-founder Rick Rosenfield warns that heavy regulations and rising costs have made California too hostile for new entrepreneurs to thrive.
California Pizza Kitchen co-founder Rick Rosenfield warns that heavy regulations and rising costs have made California too hostile for new entrepreneurs to thrive.
Hundreds of thousands of empty for-sale lots could help fix America’s home shortage, Zillow says
Zillow estimates the U.S. is short about 4.7 million homes, but building on every listed vacant lot could reduce that shortage by more than 6%.
Zillow estimates the U.S. is short about 4.7 million homes, but building on every listed vacant lot could reduce that shortage by more than 6%.
Here are Southern California's median home prices by county, according to new data
California’s median home price pulled back in June after setting a new record in May, though it remained above $900,000 for the third consecutive month.
California’s median home price pulled back in June after setting a new record in May, though it remained above $900,000 for the third consecutive month.
Treasury intercepts nearly $99M in federal payments to deceased individuals under Trump fraud order
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has prevented nearly $99 million in federal payments from being disbursed to deceased individuals using a new verification system deployed under President Donald Trump's executive order targeting government fraud, waste and abuse.
50% tariffs slapped on hundreds of Canadian imports: Here's a list
The price of hundreds of Canadian goods could soon go up dramatically as the Trump administration reveals massive new tariffs against the United States’ second-largest trading partner.
The price of hundreds of Canadian goods could soon go up dramatically as the Trump administration reveals massive new tariffs against the United States’ second-largest trading partner.
Major grocery chain beats Walmart, Aldi in price war as shoppers hunt for checkout relief
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Pizza chain to close up to 50 locations as sales slump
MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.
MTY Food Group CEO Eric Lefebvre various store locations at this pizza chain will close after nearly two years of turnaround efforts failed to deliver results.
This winter wonderland was one of the hottest housing markets for June: See the list
These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.
These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.
Acting director for US intelligence announces new round of job cuts
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Delta says airline fares likely to remain elevated even if fuel prices fall
Delta Air Lines says travelers should not expect airline ticket prices to fall significantly even if fuel costs decline, as carriers continue to face higher expenses across their operations.
Delta Air Lines says travelers should not expect airline ticket prices to fall significantly even if fuel costs decline, as carriers continue to face higher expenses across their operations.
Consumers shouldn't expect prices to fall anytime soon, top economist warns
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.
Culver City weighs drive-thru ban following backlash over proposed In-N-Out
Culver City has enacted a temporary freeze on new drive-thru permits, weighing a permanent ban after residents protested a massive proposed In-N-Out location.
Culver City has enacted a temporary freeze on new drive-thru permits, weighing a permanent ban after residents protested a massive proposed In-N-Out location.
Airline fuel spending tops $6 billion, up 84% from last year
U.S. airlines spent $6.66 billion on jet fuel in May, marking the second straight month above $6 billion.
U.S. airlines spent $6.66 billion on jet fuel in May, marking the second straight month above $6 billion.
Another USPS stamp price increase takes effect soon
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.