Harris’ Healthcare Stance Highlights Abortion, Economy
Presidential nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris has firmly framed healthcare as an economic issue, emphasizing the importance of affordable healthcare....
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Oct
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Sep
How to Fight Rising Imposter Scams
Imposter scams are rising at alarming rates, thanks to sophisticated new tactics; here are some tips on how to protect your money....
18
Sep
Pittsburg’s Dream Courts Get Closer to Becoming Reality
A new sports complex and a hotel appear to be headed for Pittsburg, which could both boost tourism and economic development in the city....
13
Sep
Agency Gives San Pablo Small Businesses, Economy a Boost
San Pablo City Council on Sept. 3 heard from the city's Economic Development Corporation and moved toward giving its own members a raise....
11
Sep
Q&A: On Richmond City Council, Ahmad Anderson Says He ‘Will Do What Isn’t Done’
Richmond City Council candidate Ahmad Anderson speaks with the Pulse about economic development, public safety, environmental justice and getting things done....
11
Sep
California Latino Voter Survey Shows Inflation Is Top Priority but Blames Corporate Greed
Housing costs and inflation are the top concerns for California's 9 million Latino registered voters, according to a report by the Latino Community Foundation....
10
Sep
On Your November Ballot: The Pros and Cons of Increasing California’s Minimum Wage
Supporters of California's Prop 32 say a minimum wage increase is necessary because of the cost of living; opponents say it would cost jobs and raise prices....
31
Jul
High Schoolers React to Coming Financial Literacy Requirement
Beginning with the 2027-28 school year, a semester-long course dedicated to personal financial literacy will be required for California high school students....
28
Jun
Climate Change Driving California Home Insurance Crisis
As California climate disasters increase, so too does the difficulty of buying or keeping a home with insurers raising premiums and denying coverage....
14
Jun
Systemic Racism Costs Black Women $50 Billion Annually in Wage Penalties
Black women earn 73 cents to the dollar a white man makes. Women overall face an annual $10,000 wage gap when compared with the earnings of men....
21
May
Women of Color Will Vote With Their Pocketbooks This November
Abortion access and care rank at the top among priorities for women of color. Surprisingly, immigration reform is not a front-burner issue....
19
May
Student Loans or Living Expenses? Biden Administration Tries to Ease Debt Burden
Experts discussed the burden of student loans and higher education costs and debt relief efforts, and one borrower shared her story for Ethnic Media Services....
02
May
What’s the Cost of U.S. Student Debt?
As nearly 45 million Americans and counting owe over $1.7 trillion in student debt, what’s the future of college affordability?...
18
Apr
Career Fair Prepares CCC Students for Workforce
Contra Costa College students had the opportunity to meet with about 75 employers, including many in law enforcement at a career fair April 3....
25
Mar
What’s New This Tax Season
With Tax Day coming April 15, there are new ways to file online for free directly with the IRS, get more help and claim refunds....
