LA County looking to help 99 Cent Store employees
The LA County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion from Supervisor Janice Hahn to do all they can to help thousands of soon-to-be laid off workers from the 99 Cents Only Stores.
The LA County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion from Supervisor Janice Hahn to do all they can to help thousands of soon-to-be laid off workers from the 99 Cents Only Stores.
America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.
Americans are still craving connection post-pandemic. The eclipse is creating that moment for us.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
Apple lays off more than 600 workers in California in its first major round of post-pandemic cuts
Apple is laying off more than 600 workers in California, marking the company’s first big wave of post-pandemic job cuts amid a broader wave of tech industry consolidation.
Apple is laying off more than 600 workers in California, marking the company’s first big wave of post-pandemic job cuts amid a broader wave of tech industry consolidation.
$20 minimum wage goes into effect for California fast food workers
California passed legislation last fall that will require a $20 per hour minimum wage at most restaurants.
California passed legislation last fall that will require a $20 per hour minimum wage at most restaurants.
Why are food prices so high despite inflation falling?
Even if the cost of groceries declines, researchers say it's harder to notice decreasing food prices when the overall cost of living remains steep.
Even if the cost of groceries declines, researchers say it's harder to notice decreasing food prices when the overall cost of living remains steep.
Dollar Tree stores to introduce merchandise with price tags up to $7
Dollar Tree has been seeking to "present a more relevant assortment" to consumers at varying price levels, according to the CEO.
Dollar Tree has been seeking to "present a more relevant assortment" to consumers at varying price levels, according to the CEO.
President Biden signs $1.2 trillion funding bill, after Senate averts government shutdown
President Joe Biden on Saturday signed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills after Congress had passed the long overdue legislation just hours earlier, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown.
President Joe Biden on Saturday signed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills after Congress had passed the long overdue legislation just hours earlier, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown.
Chipotle's 50-for-1 stock split mirrors Walmart
This marks one of the largest stock splits in the history of the New York Stock Exchange.
This marks one of the largest stock splits in the history of the New York Stock Exchange.
More people moved to these US counties in 2023 than anywhere else
The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.
The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.
California home prices falling most in these cities
Two California cities made Realtor.com's top 10 list ranking where home prices are dropping the most.
Two California cities made Realtor.com's top 10 list ranking where home prices are dropping the most.
Wendy's to test 'surge-pricing' menu that updates based on demand
Dynamic pricing, similar to Uber, is coming to Wendy's. The chain will invest in new high-tech digital menus to adjust prices depending on restaurant traffic.
Dynamic pricing, similar to Uber, is coming to Wendy's. The chain will invest in new high-tech digital menus to adjust prices depending on restaurant traffic.
Capital One - Discover merger: What we know and how it impacts you
Capital One's acquisition of Discover for $35.3 billion will have a major impact on consumer and financial services once the deal is finalized. Here's what you need to know.
Capital One's acquisition of Discover for $35.3 billion will have a major impact on consumer and financial services once the deal is finalized. Here's what you need to know.
Capital One to purchase Discover Financial for $35 billion
Capital One Financial is buying Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two of the nation’s biggest lenders and credit card issuers.
Capital One Financial is buying Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two of the nation’s biggest lenders and credit card issuers.
Valentine's Day: Uber, Lyft rideshare drivers strike
Thousands of drivers with Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and other rideshare services are picketing on Valentine's Day for better pay and benefits.
Thousands of drivers with Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and other rideshare services are picketing on Valentine's Day for better pay and benefits.
How attacks in the Red Sea are cramping global trade; what it means for retailers
The cost to ship a standard 40-foot container from China to northern Europe has jumped from $1,500 to $4,000, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy in Germany.
The cost to ship a standard 40-foot container from China to northern Europe has jumped from $1,500 to $4,000, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy in Germany.
NASA's JPL announces mass layoffs
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced it will lay off 530 employees, about 8% of its staff, due to a lack of funding.
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced it will lay off 530 employees, about 8% of its staff, due to a lack of funding.
Great wealth transfer is underway in US — to women
A McKinsey & Company study released in 2020 found women are set to control much of the unprecedented $30 trillion in assets held by baby boomers by the end of the decade.
A McKinsey & Company study released in 2020 found women are set to control much of the unprecedented $30 trillion in assets held by baby boomers by the end of the decade.
US home prices hit a new record high in November
US home prices rise again in November as inventory shortage persists
US home prices rise again in November as inventory shortage persists
'Disneyland Forward' theme park expansion project in Anaheim moves forward
The future expansion of Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure in Anaheim is moving forward after Disney announced it is committed to investing at least $2.5 billion in the project over the next decade.
The future expansion of Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure in Anaheim is moving forward after Disney announced it is committed to investing at least $2.5 billion in the project over the next decade.