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Silicon Valley's Wealth Divide Widens as Investment Gains Outpace Wages

A new report finds economic gains are increasingly tied to investments owned by the region's more affluent residents.

Mendocino County's Economy Faces Challenges Across Key Sectors

Longtime industries like wine, timber, and marijuana struggle as local leaders work to address financial troubles

San Diego Home Sales Hit Near-Record Lows in 2025

Elevated prices, low inventory, and other factors kept buyers and sellers on the sidelines.

Southern California Homebuying Remains Below Great Recession Levels

2025 was the third-straight year of sluggish home sales in the region, even as prices remain near record highs.

Santa Cruz Wharf Secures $3.15M in Federal Funds for Rehabilitation

The historic wharf was damaged by powerful winter storms in 2024.

Average Davis Apartment Rent Down Nearly 2%

UC Davis survey finds rents and vacancies decline as new student housing comes online

West Coast vs. East Coast: Dentist Salaries Compared

Oregon tops West Coast while Delaware leads East Coast in dentist pay

LA Rent Report Reveals Priciest and Most Affordable Neighborhoods

Luxury coastal areas like Beverly Hills, Irvine, and Santa Monica remain the most expensive, while San Bernardino, Corona, and Riverside are the most affordable

Housing Affordability Crisis Persists Despite Some Signs of Improvement

Experts see gradual, uneven progress as high prices, mortgage rates, and limited supply continue to hamper buyers

Exports from Port of LA Plummet as US-China Trade Tensions Persist

Port executive says exports to China 'look dismal' as trade war continues to impact US exporters

LA Port Cargo Drops in January Amid Tariff Uncertainty

Cargo movements flatten as importers rush to move goods ahead of tariffs in 2025.

California Almond Farmers Brace for Rain During Critical Blooming Season

Potential rain could impact almond crop as farmers race to protect blooms before peak pollination period ends

Wealthy Californians Flee to Las Vegas Amid Tax Hike Fears

Realtor.com data shows rising interest from high-net-worth Angelenos and San Joseans seeking homes in Nevada's largest city.

Super Bowl LX Brings $500M Economic Boost to Bay Area

Officials tout big game's impact, but experts cast doubt on inflated estimates

Older Homeowners Receive Lower Prices, Study Finds

Deferred maintenance and off-market sales contribute to financial losses for aging sellers.

Palo Alto Tops U.S. Cities for Highest Property Tax Bills

High home prices drive large tax bills even with relatively low tax rates in the Bay Area city.

L.A. and Long Beach Among Least Affordable Cities for Homebuyers

Recent report finds Southern California cities rank among the world's least affordable housing markets.

Central Valley Growers Push for Expansion of Shasta Dam

Farmers seek federal funds and approvals to raise the dam by 18.5 feet, but critics warn of harm to rivers and tribal sites.

LA County Report Finds $3.7M in Business Losses from ICE Raids

Supervisors say immigration enforcement caused widespread disruption for small businesses, workers and communities.

Diablo Grande water provider challenges $14M debt claim

Negotiations continue over water delivery contract signed 25 years ago