Small business owner in L.A. reacts to potential impact of Trump tariffs

Wildfires in L.A.: Where Small-Business Owners Can Find Aid, Even If Insurers Are Squeezed

Despite insurers’ retrenchment in California, the onus is still on them to make their claimants whole, an insurance industry watchdog says.

Inc. - Jan. 15

As Trump Allies Feud Over H-1B Visas, Business Owners Remain Conflicted

The MAGA coalition continues to bicker over the merits of the H-1B visa. Inc. 5000 leaders are mixed on whether these visas are helpful – or even feasible – for their businesses.

Inc. - Jan. 15

Tax Deadline for 2024 Disaster-Hit Small Businesses Nears

The IRS cautions many small businesses that the filing extension periods given after natural disasters last year will end in early February, though other will have until May.

Inc. - Jan. 15

‘How can you fit your life in a car?’ After Pacific Palisades fire, Malibu business owners face a grim new reality

When your neighborhood is destroyed by fire, what do you take with you? And how do you face the future?

MarketWatch - Jan. 15

Trump allies reacting to Hegseth's Senate confirmation hearing

President-elect Donald Trump's allies are reacting favorably to Pete Hegseth's performance during his Senate confirmation hearing for the secretary of defense Cabinet role. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi ...

CBS News - Jan. 14

Trump's team is discussing a trip to survey the L.A. wildfire devastation

President-elect Donald Trump's team is engaged in conversations about his visiting Los Angeles to view the wildfire damage, two sources familiar with the discussions said.

NBC News - Jan. 13

Small Businesses and Homeowners in My Hometown Are Grappling With California’s Broken Insurance Market

One business owner in Altadena, where I once lived, would love to rebuild. But all of her customers lost their homes.

Inc. - Jan. 13

L.A. dog owner explains how CBS News journalists rescued his pets in fire

Andrea Pasinetti was out of town when he got the call when a wildfire broke out in Pacific Palisades, where his home and three dogs were. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti was reporting nearby.

CBS News - Jan. 12

L.A. small businesses see years of work reduced to ash

From a decades-old diner to a yoga studio just getting off the ground, storefronts that anchored their communities were destroyed by the Palisades and Eaton fires.

NBC News - Jan. 12

Where new jobs were in 2024, and potential growth areas in a second Trump term

Health care and government were the top two drivers of job creation in 2023 and 2024, but that could change under a new administration.

CNBC - Jan. 11

L.A. fire victims cautioned to view insurance claims process as 'business transaction'

Southern California residents facing losses from this week’s Los Angeles-area fires are beginning to confront their next challenge: filing an insurance claim.

NBC News - Jan. 11

Former Trump White House lawyer reacts to "hush money" sentencing

President-elect Donald Trump says he will appeal his conviction in the New York criminal "hush money" case after being sentenced Friday without any penalties. Ty Cobb, former member of the Trump ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

Small Business Administration aid for Los Angeles area wildfire victims

There may be some relief for business owners and others who may qualify for loans from the Small Business Administration. CBS News Los Angeles' Joy Benedict has more.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Trump Organization Says Incoming President Will Separate Himself From Family Business

The company is set to release a series of ethics rules governing Donald Trump’s interactions with his business empire.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 10

How Trump reacted to his "hush money" case sentence

President-elect Donald Trump reacted on social media after virtually attending his sentencing in the "hush money" case in New York. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Brompton chief warns axing tariffs on Chinese bicycles could ‘kill’ business

Flood of cheaper products could hit an industry already struggling with stagnant post-pandemic demand

Financial Times - Jan. 10

DHS extends TPS for Salvadorans, potentially complicating Trump's plans

The Biden administration on Friday extended a key humanitarian program for El Salvadoran nationals in a move that could complicate the incoming Trump administration’s plans to do away with ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

A small fish is at the center of misinformation and finger-pointing over L.A. fires

President-elect Donald Trump inaccurately blamed water shortages in Los Angeles on policies meant to preserve an endangered fish called the Delta smelt.

NBC News - Jan. 10

L.A. fire chief on whether budget cuts impacted the fire response

Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley spoke to "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell about whether $17 million in budget cuts hindered the agency's wildfire response.

CBS News - Jan. 9

A month before fires, L.A. fire chief warned about impact of budget cuts

The Los Angeles Fire Department's budget was cut by $17.6 million, about 2%, this fiscal year. The fire chief warned last month it would make it harder to respond to emergencies.

CBS News - Jan. 9

Trudeau: Trump threatened to annex Canada to distract from tariffs impact

Canadian PM says ‘skilful negotiator’ Trump is trying to distract from rise in prices that would follow his proposed tariffs. The Canadian prime minister, Justin Trudeau , has described Donald ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

How Gen AI Helps Small Businesses Recruit Better Employees, and More Efficiently

A new survey reveals a large number of small companies haven’t used AI much—or at all. Those that have report significant hiring benefits as a result.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Joni Ernst Tapped to Lead Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship

Ernst, who is one of the top Republicans in the Senate, teased visions for what her leadership of the committee will aim to tackle.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Fed officials are worried about the inflation impacts from Trump's policies, minutes show

Federal Reserve officials at their December meeting expressed concern about inflation and the impact that President-elect Donald Trump’s policies could have, indicating that they would be moving ...

NBC News - Jan. 8

Fed officials are worried about the inflation impacts from Trump's policies, minutes show

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released minutes from its December meeting.

CNBC - Jan. 8

Gazans React to Trump’s Comments About Hostages

President-elect Donald J. Trump said “all hell will break out in the Middle East” if hostages captured in the Hamas-led attacks were not freed before he takes office.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Biden Says He’s Considering Pre-emptive Pardons For Trump’s Potential Targets

The president hasn’t yet decided what he will do, he said, acknowledging that the makeup of Trump’s new administration could influence his decision.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Universal Studios Hollywood, longtime Malibu restaurants and other L.A.-area business affected by the fires

Universal Studios Hollywood theme park and CityWalk will be closed Wednesday due to the fires and extreme wind conditions.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8

Wildfires Roar Through L.A., and Trump Floats U.S. Expansion

Plus, the end of Facebook fact-checking.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Trump ‘considering national economic emergency declaration’ to allow new tariffs; UK 10-year borrowing costs highest since 2008 – business live

Bond selloff drives yield on 10-year UK bonds to highest since 2008 financial crisis. Rise in UK borrowing costs could push Reeves to new public spending cuts Two UK investment trusts have ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

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