California’s small business owners fight to save state aid • IRS wants to end major tax loophole for wealthy, raise $50 billion in the process
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Monday, June 17, 2024

Solar window company bringing its US headquarters to California

ClearVue’s windows can be used as a facade for buildings, making the structures more energy-efficient and capable of generating electricity.

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California’s small business owners fight to save state aid

A program that helps small businesses is just one of the proposed budget cuts on which California’s governor and Legislature disagree.

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IRS wants to end major tax loophole for wealthy, raise $50 billion in the process

The IRS plans to end a major tax loophole for wealthy taxpayers that could raise more than $50 billion in revenue over the next decade, the U.S. Treasury Department says. The proposed rule and guidance announced Monday includes plans to essentially stop “partnership basis […]

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Warning label for social media sought by US surgeon general

Dr. Vivek Murthy said that social media is a contributing factor in the mental health crisis among young people.

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San Clemente estate near Nixon’s Western White House reemerges for $55 million

The property sold in September 2021 for $33.9 million, making it San Clemente’s most expensive home ever sold—a record it could now beat.

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23% of homebuyers tell pollsters they regret paying too much

And 43% admit it is a struggle to make their mortgage payment on time, the survey shows.

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Status Update: CHOC, Casa Youth Shelter recipients of $4 million aimed at mental health

The money will go toward providing resources and facilities for families and youth who are experiencing crises.

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Typical first-time homebuyer’s income is $45,000 too low

They must earn $120,000 annually to afford a median-priced US home. But typical American household earns less than $75,000 a year.

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US home sales continue their weak spring, economists say

Forecasts show sales of previously occupied homes fell in May for the third month in a row.

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Did your paycheck beat inflation? It’s a toss-up in California

Average California wages rose 20.9% in four years vs. 19.5% inflation.

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