LA County's "Renovate" Program Unveils Facelift for Menos Barbershop, Boosting Economic Growth in East Los Angeles
East Los Angeles witnesses the fruits of the County's business façade improvement program, as the LA County Board Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) celebrate the grand re-opening of Menos Barbershop, a long-standing family-owned business in City Terrace.
USPS Unveils Plan for 2024 Price Hike Amid Inflationary Pressures and Flawed Pricing Model
The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced proposals for a price increase of 2 percent in 2024 for various mail services, including a 2-cent increase for First-Class Mail Forever stamps, as a response to inflationary pressures and the need for more revenue.
75,000 Kaiser Workers Strike for Better Wages and Conditions in Largest US Healthcare Worker Protest
As the largest strike of its kind in U.S. history enters its second day, health care workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities continue to picket for better wages, increased staffing, and improved working conditions.
Los Angeles City Council Advances Ban on Cashless Retail for Economic Inclusivity
As Los Angeles City Council moves forward to ban cashless retail businesses, concerns arise regarding inclusive economic opportunities for members of the community who lack access to bank accounts and digital payment platforms.