2026 tax filing season now open: How to get your refund ASAP
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
Chick-fil-A offering free breakfast at Southern California restaurants this week -- see where
Chick-fil-A restaurants across Southern California are offering a free 4-count Chick-n-Minis breakfast entrée from January 26 through January 31.
Chick-fil-A restaurants across Southern California are offering a free 4-count Chick-n-Minis breakfast entrée from January 26 through January 31.
Costco's lesser-known membership benefits explained
Discover the top "hidden" Costco member benefits, including travel deals, auto savings, and massive discounts on insurance and home services.
Discover the top "hidden" Costco member benefits, including travel deals, auto savings, and massive discounts on insurance and home services.
Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in these 5 states, judge rules
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
Households with 2 kids need to earn over 400K to comfortably afford child care in US
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Popular alcohol brands could be forced to sell off inventory after bankruptcy setback
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
LA Metro approves massive $25B underground rail line to bypass 405 Freeway
The Los Angeles Metro Board has unanimously selected an underground heavy rail route to connect the San Fernando Valley to the Westside, a transformative $25 billion project aimed at providing a high-speed alternative to the 405 Freeway.
The Los Angeles Metro Board has unanimously selected an underground heavy rail route to connect the San Fernando Valley to the Westside, a transformative $25 billion project aimed at providing a high-speed alternative to the 405 Freeway.
In-N-Out Burger beats Google, Apple as California's top employer for 2026: report
In-N-Out Burger officially outranks Google, Apple, and Nvidia to become California's top-rated employer on Glassdoor’s "2026 Best Places to Work" list.
In-N-Out Burger officially outranks Google, Apple, and Nvidia to become California's top-rated employer on Glassdoor’s "2026 Best Places to Work" list.
Denmark petition to 'buy' California surpasses 250K signatures
A viral Danish campaign to acquire California from the U.S. has surpassed 250,000 signatures as a satirical response to President Trump's intensified tariff threats over Greenland.
A viral Danish campaign to acquire California from the U.S. has surpassed 250,000 signatures as a satirical response to President Trump's intensified tariff threats over Greenland.
Houston-based clothing chain Francesca's closing all stores nationwide: report
Houston-based retailer Francesca's is closing its doors after operating for more than 25 years, according to multiple reports.
Houston-based retailer Francesca's is closing its doors after operating for more than 25 years, according to multiple reports.
Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
New IRS tax deductions: Why your paycheck could be higher
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Ads coming to ChatGPT for some US users
OpenAI said Friday that it would start rolling out ads in ChatGPT to some U.S. users.
OpenAI said Friday that it would start rolling out ads in ChatGPT to some U.S. users.
Student loans: Trump administration delays plan to withhold pay for borrowers in default
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.
Ventura County's biggest avocado company is buying its top rival
Mission Produce is set to acquire its longtime competitor, Calavo Growers, in a landmark $430 million deal. Here's how the merger of Ventura County's two largest avocado distributors will reshape the global industry.
Mission Produce is set to acquire its longtime competitor, Calavo Growers, in a landmark $430 million deal. Here's how the merger of Ventura County's two largest avocado distributors will reshape the global industry.
Trump's supporters offer mixed reviews of president in latest poll
A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.
A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.
LA hotspot named world's worst tourist attraction: report
A new global study ranks an LA landmark as the world's most disappointing tourist destination due to poor safety ratings, overcrowding, and its distance from major transit hubs. What's your guess?
A new global study ranks an LA landmark as the world's most disappointing tourist destination due to poor safety ratings, overcrowding, and its distance from major transit hubs. What's your guess?
Students: Apply now for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program offering full tuition, books, room and board
Applications are now being accepted for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 1890 National Scholars Program.
Applications are now being accepted for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 1890 National Scholars Program.
Gov. Gavin Newsom hosts Ben Shapiro on podcast
California Governor Gavin Newsom and conservative commentator Ben Shapiro debate contentious issues like state management, immigration, and tax policy, fueling national speculation about Newsom’s future political ambitions.
California Governor Gavin Newsom and conservative commentator Ben Shapiro debate contentious issues like state management, immigration, and tax policy, fueling national speculation about Newsom’s future political ambitions.
These jobs will be in highest demand as 2026 job market stays highly competitive
A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.
A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.