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An example of a fake package delivery scam text message that says, "Hi! My name is Tony. I work for (delivery company name), and I'm trying to find your house. Please call me.” Taken in San Diego on Dec. 12, 2023.

Beware of calls and messages amid fake package delivery scam

The Better Business Bureau is trying to raise awareness of a scam this holiday season that involves text messages from from delivery company imposters.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) spokesperson Gerard Hammink speaks with KPBS about the organization's 60 day snapshot of the help its provided in San Diego, CA on April 23, 2024.

FEMA releases snapshot of San Diego flood assistance

Tuesday, FEMA announced it has approved almost 2,900 households for grant assistance, totaling over $22 million.

California reported a significant surge in unemployment claims this year for independent contractors, accounting for more than a quarter of all such claims nationally and raising concerns about widespread fraud. Above, a runner passes the office of California's Employment Development Department in Sacramento in December.

County unemployment decreases to 4.4%; government and hospitality post gains

The unemployment rate in San Diego County decreased to 4.4% in March, up from a revised 4.8% in February and above the year-ago estimate of 3.5%, according to figures released Friday by the state Employment Development Department.

<em>Neak, a 43-year-old Ukrainian graffiti artist, mixes green paint at a workshop in Kyiv, Ukraine. His ETC graffiti crew works to camouflage cars to be sent east to the front line of the war with Russia.</em>

How these Ukrainian artists are using their talents to support the war effort

From graffiti artists painting camo on cars to dancers raising money for the army, this is a look at how young Ukrainians use their creative talents to support the country against Russia's invasion.

McDonald's says it is buying back all of its franchises in Israel

Alonyal Limited owns 225 McDonald's locations. McDonald's has recently faced boycotts after its Israel branch donated meals to the Israeli military.

EBay to lay off 1,000 workers as tech job losses continue in the new year

The e-commerce company is the latest in a wave of tech firms that have slashed thousands of jobs in just the first four weeks of the year.

A child experiences anxiety. (Elva Etienne/Getty Images)

Holiday anxiety affects kids, too: Tips on how parents can manage it

This time of year can be very busy and stressful, and not just for adults.

Anthony Lee stands in front of his barn on his family farm in the German state of Lower Saxony. Lee has been an outspoken critic of the European Union’s climate change policies and has been a leader in the farmer protest movement in Europe. He’s running for EU Parliament for the right-wing Free Voter party and his YouTube channel has over 24 million views.

European farmers angry at climate policies could help sway EU parliamentary elections

Farmers in the European Union could hold the key to the bloc's parliamentary vote.

President Biden delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on Thursday.

Biden touts economic 'comeback' in election-year pitch to skeptical voters

President Biden used his State of the Union speech to highlight economic gains and draw a contrast with his GOP opponents. Polls shows many voters give Biden low marks for his economic stewardship.

<em> The Washington Post</em>'s new publisher and CEO, Will Lewis, announced a newsroom leadership shakeup during a staff meeting on Monday.

'Washington Post' CEO tried to kill a story about himself. It wasn’t the first time

The Post's new CEO Will Lewis tried to stop the paper from publishing a story about allegations he faces in Britain. It wasn't the first time he's attempted to head off unwanted coverage. I know, because he tried to do that to me in December.

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