California economy

California Lobbying Expenditures Surpass $540 Million in 2024

News Summary California's lobbying efforts have reached a historic peak in 2024, with over $540 million spent to influence state…

3 weeks ago

California Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Trump Tariffs

News Summary California Attorney General Rob Bonta has initiated a lawsuit challenging President Trump's tariffs, asserting that they harm small…

3 weeks ago

California Faces Economic Shifts with Business Developments

News Summary California is experiencing significant changes in its economic landscape, including the closure of 21 restaurant locations, the introduction…

3 weeks ago

State Farm Seeks 11% Rate Increase for California Homeowners

News Summary State Farm has applied for an 11% homeowners' insurance rate hike in California, following a 17% interim increase.…

3 weeks ago

California Film Tax Credit Expansion Faces Legislative Setback

News Summary California's proposed expansion of its film and TV tax credit program, which aimed to increase the program cap…

3 weeks ago

The Business Journal Shines at California Journalism Awards 2024

News Summary The Business Journal achieved remarkable success at the California Journalism Awards 2024, claiming a total of 10 first-place…

3 weeks ago

State Farm Proposes 30% Rate Increase for California Homeowners

News Summary California homeowners face a potential 30% increase in insurance rates as State Farm seeks approval for the hike…

4 weeks ago

California Faces $12 Billion Budget Deficit Impacting State Workers

News Summary California is grappling with a projected $12 billion budget deficit, leading to uncertainty among state workers. Potential salary…

4 weeks ago

Small Business Optimism Sees Slight Decline in January

News Summary In January, small business optimism dipped slightly, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). Despite this…

4 weeks ago

State Farm Requests Additional Rate Hike for Homeowners Insurance in California

News Summary State Farm has requested an 11% increase in homeowners' insurance rates in California, following a previously approved 17%…

4 weeks ago