Disneyland announces major change to Magic Key program

Disneyland has just made a surprise announcement that a new type of Magic Key pass will be offered during the next sale.

Survey reveals: Who's getting tips for the holidays – and how much?

Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.

These new California laws go into effect in 2026

The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.

Oil and gas prices expected to stay significantly lower through 2026

Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.

Panda Express parent company ordered to pay over $1M for violating California safety laws

The company, Panda Restaurant Group, was accused of multiple violations, including mishandling hazardous materials at over 500 California restaurant locations, including over 30 in Riverside County.

California's divided economy to struggle through early 2026: UCLA forecast

California faces a prolonged employment recession into early 2026, driven by elevated costs, weak job growth, and the early effects of deportation policies.

Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25B for children’s investment accounts in Trump program

Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell announced a record $6.25 billion pledge to support up to 25 million American children by expanding participation in the new "Trump Accounts."

Trump administration threatens to cut SNAP payments to California over data dispute

The Trump administration said Tuesday that it will move to withhold SNAP food aid from recipients in most Democratic-controlled states unless they provide information on those receiving the assistance.

Trump administration seeking to stop SNAP payments to Democrat-led states for not providing enrollee records

During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t  provide information on those receiving the assistance.

Costco files federal lawsuit challenging Trump's emergency tariff orders on imported goods

Costco is suing the federal government over President Trump's tariffs in hopes of recovering funds the retailer says it was improperly required to pay on imported goods.

$2000 tariff dividend check update: Trump says dividend refund checks coming in 2026

During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.

SNAP: See the overpayment and underpayment rates for benefits in every state

There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.

Baja California confirms tourist tax for 2026

The fee applies to all international travelers over the age of 12 entering the state (including Los Cabos and La Paz).

New SNAP requirements now in effect,  USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.