California Raises Minimum Wage to $15 An Hour
California businesses with 26 or more employees will have to pay a minimum wage of $15 an hour starting January 1.

Exxon reports record profits on heels of Chevron
Critics say both inside and out of government those margins ought to renew interest in a windfall profits tax on big oil.
By Matt Brown / AP
Why are retail thefts on the rise?
It’s organized retail crime — where the thefts are planned, and part of organized rings.
By Michael Macor / AP
10 best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2023
The list of desirable markets was based on factors such as population size, housing availability, median listing prices and job opportunities.
By Rich Pedroncelli / APTop Stories

What does it cost to have cancer?
An oncologist and parents of kids with cancer share how the costs of treatment can hinder or even completely prevent a patient from getting care.
By San Francisco Chronicle / AP
Life-saving drugs costs thousands in the US. Can laws change that?
Prescription drugs are often priced higher in the U.S. than in other countries, but some legislation is trying to cut costs.
By AP
Meet Hal, a robot helping future nurses treat patients in real time
Nursing students are using artificial intelligence and robots to train for real life patients' symptoms and concerns.
By Scripps News