2026 layoffs: List of companies cutting jobs this year
More than 100 companies are set to layoff workers in 2026.
More than 100 companies are set to layoff workers in 2026.
Southern California gas prices skyrocket to record levels amid Middle East war
Experts warn of an "extreme deficit" as shipping remains bottled up in the Strait of Hormuz.
Experts warn of an "extreme deficit" as shipping remains bottled up in the Strait of Hormuz.
Chevron warns Newsom’s ‘adversarial’ energy agenda will cripple California economy, send gas prices soaring
Chevron warns that Governor Newsom’s "cap-and-invest" amendments will trigger a California economic crisis, risking 500,000 jobs and spiking gas prices by over $1 per gallon.
Chevron warns that Governor Newsom’s "cap-and-invest" amendments will trigger a California economic crisis, risking 500,000 jobs and spiking gas prices by over $1 per gallon.
US employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs in February, unemployment slightly higher at 4.4%
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Friday shows American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Friday shows American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.
2 dozen states sue Trump over his latest round of global tariffs
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Here's how to get a bigger refund under new law
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
California getting $18.4 million in federal funds for World Cup transit
$18.4 million in federal transit funding has been secured for Los Angeles and the Bay Area to support the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
$18.4 million in federal transit funding has been secured for Los Angeles and the Bay Area to support the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Here's what most Americans say the country's top problem is – and it's a familiar one
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
Hundreds of tax-defaulted homes in Southern California up for auction: How to register
Riverside and San Diego counties are opening public auctions for over 1,600 tax-defaulted properties this spring, offering a range of improved homes, vacant lots, and timeshares with bids starting as low as $100.
Riverside and San Diego counties are opening public auctions for over 1,600 tax-defaulted properties this spring, offering a range of improved homes, vacant lots, and timeshares with bids starting as low as $100.
Social Security March payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security March payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security March payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Public Storage moving headquarters from California to Texas after 50+ years
Public Storage is moving its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California, to Frisco, Texas, citing talent depth and digital innovation.
Public Storage is moving its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California, to Frisco, Texas, citing talent depth and digital innovation.
Trump delivers record-breaking State of the Union, declares ‘Golden Age'
President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history Tuesday night, speaking for more than 100 minutes as he declared a new “Golden Age of America."
President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history Tuesday night, speaking for more than 100 minutes as he declared a new “Golden Age of America."
Death of cartel leader 'El Mencho' sparks violence, tourism fears
The killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes has led to 70 deaths and raised security questions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes has led to 70 deaths and raised security questions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
LA28 Olympic ticket registrations surge past 5 million in record-setting draw
The Los Angeles 2028 Olympic organizing committee reports over 5 million ticket draw registrations from 194 countries ahead of the March deadline.
The Los Angeles 2028 Olympic organizing committee reports over 5 million ticket draw registrations from 194 countries ahead of the March deadline.
Tariff refunds: Who's getting them and when will they be issued?
The Supreme Court ruling that struck down most of President Trump’s tariffs has left unanswered questions: Will the money already collected by the government be refunded? And if so, who’s getting their money back?
The Supreme Court ruling that struck down most of President Trump’s tariffs has left unanswered questions: Will the money already collected by the government be refunded? And if so, who’s getting their money back?
Trump enacts 10% global tariffs in response to Supreme Court decision
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
Supreme Court rules Trump's tariffs violated federal law
On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, handing Trump a major loss on an issue important to his economic agenda.
On Friday, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, handing Trump a major loss on an issue important to his economic agenda.
IKEA expanding in Southern California -- see where
It will be the 11th IKEA in California and the 10th in Southern California, joining existing full-sized stores in Burbank, Carson, Costa Mesa, and Covina.
It will be the 11th IKEA in California and the 10th in Southern California, joining existing full-sized stores in Burbank, Carson, Costa Mesa, and Covina.
California among states with highest property taxes in 2026
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Wendy's to close hundreds of restaurants as company looks to focus on value to boost sales
Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.
Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.