Hayward Unified schools staff rally for affordable health care plans
SEIU Local 1021 and the Assoc. of Educational Office and Technical Employees have partnered to negotiate benefits with the district. The group says the average yearly salary for members is about $48,000 but most private healthcare plans start at around $10,000 per year.
White House says GOP plans would add $3 trillion to national debt
The White House is charging the GOP with hypocrisy for favoring tax policies that could push the accumulated $31.4 trillion national debt higher.
How to get pre-approved for a mortgage in 2023
A homebuyer mortgage pre-approval letter a states you'll likely be approved for a mortgage loan up to a certain amount. Here’s how to navigate the pre-approval process.
Home prices forecasted to plunge, but US expected to avoid a repeat of 2008 financial crisis: Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae's latest economic forecast predicted home prices will drop by over 6% in the next two years but said the U.S. market is in good shape to weather the decline.
Couples fess up to cheating financially in new study
40% of Americans married or living with a partner admit to lying or hiding money, according to a Bankrate.com survey.
IRS to California taxpayers: Don't file your taxes yet
Last year, 19 states - including California - offered diverse programs that offered inflation relief payments or refunds for taxpayers.
Marin will soon have only one camera shop: A sign of the times
A beloved camera shop in Mill Valley will close its doors Sunday afternoon in Mill Valley after an almost half-century run.
High inflation could hit your taxes this year - here's how
Fifteen states fail to account for inflation when drawing tax brackets.
IRS decides it won't tax most relief checks issued by states in 2022
The 11th-hour guidance comes a week after the IRS told recipients to delay filing their tax returns.
BART could implement 11% fare hike over next 2 years
BART could increase fares by at least 5.5 percent as soon as January 2024 in an effort to keep up with both wage growth in the Bay Area and inflation, officials with the transit agency said Thursday.
FTX founder keeps talking, ignoring typical legal strategy
For federal prosecutors, Sam Bankman-Fried could be the gift that keeps on giving.
IRS wants millions of Americans to delay filing taxes until further notice
The Internal Revenue Service is recommending that taxpayers hold off on filing their tax returns for 2022 if they received a special tax refund or payment from their state last year.
Family shocked by $4,444 charge after Starbucks run
An Oklahoma man was buying coffee in a Starbucks drive-thru and was in disbelief when he later learned he was charged $4,444.44 while paying for his order.
Disney to cut 7,000 jobs part of company restructuring, CEO Bob Iger announces
The Walt Disney Company will slash 7,000 jobs in an effort to cut costs and will be restructured into three core business segments, CEO Bob Iger revealed Wednesday during the company's first-quarter earnings call.
Where is California's $2B Powerball jackpot winner?
In California, the jackpot winner has one year to claim their prize. For the $2.04B Powerball winner who bought their winning ticket in Altadena, there's about 38 weeks left.
IRS proposes new reporting program for workers who earn tips
Many service industry workers, like those in restaurants, rely on tips to supplement their hourly pay.
Today's 15- and 10-year mortgage rates continue to offer best opportunity for interest savings | Feb. 7, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 7, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Powerball winner: Single ticket in Washington wins $747 million jackpot
Monday night’s Powerball jackpot win stood as the ninth-largest lottery prize in U.S. history.
18-year-old wins $48 million with her very first lottery ticket
An 18-year-old bought her very first lottery ticket in January - and won $48 million.
Today's mortgage rates: Look to shorter terms for best bargain | Feb. 6, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 6, 2023, which are mixed from last Friday.