US retail spending slows as inflation starts to bite

After beginning the year in a buying mood, Americans slowed their spending in February on gadgets, home furnishings and other discretionary items as higher prices for food, gasoline, and shelter are taking a bigger bite out of their wallet.

El Monte approves guaranteed income pilot program for single moms

El Monte is joining the city and county of Los Angeles in introducing a guaranteed income pilot program, which will provide $500 per month to 125 eligible participants for one year, city officials announced Wednesday.

LA County gas prices see smallest spike in three weeks

After 20 record highs in as many days, gas prices in Los Angeles County continued to rise Monday, but not by much.

Canned pet food shortage continues amid supply chain woes

The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.

Gas prices turning long commutes into financial nightmares

Skyrocketing gas prices have made things especially difficult for people with extended commutes. One person even said they're putting off having children because it's just too expensive.

US inflation soared 7.9% in past year, a fresh 40-year high

Propelled by surging costs for gas, food and housing, consumer inflation jumped 7.9% over the past year, the sharpest spike since 1982 and likely only a harbinger of even higher prices to come.

Returning money to California taxpayers in wake of gas prices may help balance budget

Gov. Newsom and lawmakers can cut taxes, spend more money on things such as infrastructure and public education, or return money to taxpayers. That last option has been the most popular choice.

How to find cheap gas near me

Gas prices are skyrocketing and only expected to get more expensive in California.

Biden to sign order mandating study of cryptocurrency as its use explodes

The Biden administration views the explosive popularity of cryptocurrency as a call for acting with urgency to look at the risks and benefits of digital assets.

Gas prices: California has highest prices, Oklahoma has lowest

Gas prices in California are skyrocketing to record highs - but which state has the lowest right now? If you're looking for cheaper gas, you'll have to travel to Oklahoma.

Truck drivers hit hard by rising gas prices

As gas prices continue to skyrocket across the state and across LA County, truck drivers are feeling the hit especially hard.

LA County minimum wage to increase starting July 1

The minimum wage in unincorporated areas of LA County will increase by 6.4% starting in July.

Russia now has the most sanctions of any country in the world, database shows

The U.S. and international partners have sanctioned Russia’s largest banks, its central bank and finance ministry, and moved to block certain financial institutions from the SWIFT messaging system for international payments.

Gas theft on the rise as gas prices skyrocket

According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of gas is $5.34. With prices so high, reports of stolen gasoline have also gone up.

Dollar General creating 10,000 new jobs in 2022

Discount retail chain Dollar General plans on hiring another 10,000 workers by the end of the fiscal year as it continues expanding.

Mastercard, Visa suspend operations in Russia amid Ukraine invasion

Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs.

Zelle scams: Woman loses thousands in payment app con

What started with an email that looked like it was from Amazon led to one woman having her savings drained.