Within the state’s college campuses, recent evidence emphasizes the struggle of students to afford meals, with some sacrificing nutrition to cover the costs of books and fees. Studies on food insecurity among college students in California have found prevalence rates ranging from one-quarter to more than one-half across various campuses. Eighty-four percent of college students…
The extinction of bees would have profound consequences for global food production and could lead to a significant increase in food costs. Bees, particularly bumblebees, play a crucial role in pollinating a wide variety of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and nuts. Without bees, many plants would struggle to reproduce, resulting in diminished crop yields and…
California’s restaurant industry has undergone major changes in 2024. Namely, the minimum wage hike to $20 per hour sent fast food franchises into a spiral. But a new law that will go into effect in July of this year threatens to rock the boat once again. On July 1, a ban on “junk fees” will…
McDonald’s saw significant decreases in orders since the beginning of the year due to the increase in menu prices. The menu price hikes come as a direct result of the minimum wage increase in California as well as unprecedented inflation, which went into effect April 1st of this year. Now, McDonald’s is launching a plan…
The real estate markets in Florida, Texas, and California, once bustling with activity, are now showing signs of a significant shift. Recent data suggests that these markets may have reached their peak and could be headed for a downturn in the coming years. On the west coast of Florida, there has been a notable increase…
In the flurry of tech migration from California to Texas in 2020, Austin emerged as a burgeoning tech hub, buoyed by significant moves from Oracle and Tesla. Oracle relocated its headquarters to Austin, while Tesla began construction of a massive Cybertruck factory in the area, both bolstered by tax incentives and state support. These developments…
A recent analysis conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed a concerning “critical safety gap” within Tesla’s Autopilot system, contributing to 467 collisions, including 13 fatalities and numerous serious injuries. The investigation, spanning nearly three years, examined 956 crashes where Autopilot was purportedly engaged. The NHTSA’s findings highlighted deficiencies in Autopilot’s design,…
As the mercury rises, so do the gas prices at California pumps. Drivers across the state are feeling the pinch as they watch the numbers climb relentlessly. In a research note, analysts from JPMorgan predicted that if strong consumer demand for gas persists amid the lowest supply of gasoline in three years, average prices could…
In the aftermath of Seattle, Washington’s ambitious $20 minimum wage law for fast food workers, a similar narrative of consumer pushback and market turbulence is emerging. The move, mirroring the city’s past experiences with minimum wage regulations, has sparked concerns over its ramifications for both businesses and consumers. Seattle, known for its progressive stance on…
The state of California has been battling unlivable wages, unprecedented inflation, and $1.6 trillion state and local government debt. This in congruence with a failing housing market and soaring taxes have encouraged wealthy residents to flee the state. In the latest financial l shock, gas prices rise to above $7. The Golden State’s gas average…
