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Harris Promises 1 Million Forgivable Loans for Black Businesses
As she continues to try to connect with Black male voters, Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday promised to offer…
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In Letter, Atty Gen. Bonta Steps Up Fight Against Medical Debt Reporting
Attorney General Rob Bonta backed a newly proposed rule that prohibits the reporting of medical debt on credit reports, in…
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More Cash for Calif. Schools, Local Govs. Thanks to Property Value Increases
California county assessors reported significant increases in the value of properties subject to locally assessed property tax, increasing property tax…
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California Economy is Leading the Nation, Newsom Announces
California has the largest state economy in the United States with a nominal Gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $3.9…
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Income Up, Inflation Slowing, State’s Dept. of Finance Report Says
Californians’ personal income increased by 8.2% in the first quarter of 2024 due to higher wages, salaries, and property income,…
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LAO Releases Multi-Year Outlook: Modest Budget Deficits to Persist
The state budget deficit is projected to increase, which will require the Governor and Legislature to make more budget cuts…
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Expect to See a New Flat Rate Fee of $24 on Your Electricity Bill
Last week, members of the California Public Utilities Commission voted to approve adding a $24.15 flat fee to monthly utility…
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Maximizing Your Bank Branch Experience
In a world of online tools that let you make banking transactions with the touch of a button, the idea…
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Rich Lyons, Longtime Campus Business, Innovation Leader, Will Be UC Berkeley’s Next Chancellor
Rich Lyons, an established economist, former dean of the Haas School of Business and the campus's current leader for innovation…
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The Year Ahead: Assembly Speaker Rivas Discusses Priorities, Problems
Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas shared his legislative priorities and vision for the future of California during a luncheon hosted by…
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Oakland Organizations Champion Financial Literacy Empowering Residents with Vital Resources
Rising numbers of unbanked or underbanked individuals, largely due to unmet minimum balance requirements, have become a growing concern. However,…
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IRS: You Now Have Until Nov. 16 to Pay Your 2022 Income Tax
Taxpayers in 55 California counties, excluding Lassen, Modoc and Shasta counties — who were impacted by winter natural disasters — are…
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‘Struggle for Power’ in Higher Ed Stalls Advances in Online Education, Report Says
Despite the rising demand and rapid adaptation to online education, a recent report raises troubling concerns about how the state’s…
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California to Roll Back Grant Program That Helps Low- and Middle-Income Residents Build ADUs
The California Housing Finance Agency’s Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Grant Program may receive only $25 million in new funding instead…
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California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Announces New Taxpayers’ Rights Advocate
Sacramento – The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) announced the selection of Claudette Yang as the Department’s…
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JPMorgan Chase Bank Hosts Backpack Giveaway in Oakland
To help prepare for the year ahead, JPMorgan Chase hosted a Back-to-School event at its Oakland Community Center branch on…
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OPINION: Councilmember Ramachandran Statement on Proposed Mayor’s Salary Increase
Councilmember Janani Ramachandran, who represents Oakland District 4, is strongly opposed to the proposed increase in [Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao’s]…
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Take Time Off This Summer, but Not from Your Finances
Summer is here, bringing all the fun that comes with months of warm weather and hours of daylight. As you…
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HNU Sold To Los Angeles Real Estate Firm
After deciding to shut down at the end of May, the Holy Names University (HNU) Board of Trustees has just…
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Your Taxes Raised $83.1 Billion for the State Last Fiscal Year; Schools Received $44.6 Billion
Schools across the Golden State received a windfall of $44.6 billion in local property tax revenue, according to the 2021-22…
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How to Exercise Good Financial Health
With spring in full bloom — now is a perfect time to start a fresh foundation for a healthy financial…
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Hospital Closures, Cuts in Services Loom for Some Communities. How the State May Step in to Help.
Five months after declaring a fiscal emergency and predicting that they'd run out of funds by early this year, officials…
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Data Shows Some Bay Area Populations Struggling Financially in Post-COVID Economy
As the Bay Area's economy continues its up-and-down recovery from the worst effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, recent data shows…
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Richmond Residents Invited to Community Meetings on City’s Budget
The City Manager’s Office, Economic Development, Environmental and Health Initiatives Division encourages residents to attend Community Budget Meetings hosted by…
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