Search results for

What kind of economic impact did last Sunday's 7.2 magnitude earthquake have on businesses and residents who live in the Imperial Valley? We speak to Brad Jennings, editor of the Imperial Valley Press, about the latest damage estimates, and the recovery efforts taking place in his area.

California is known for its car culture. But it turns out those wheels are rolling over some of the worst roads in the nation. A recent study ranked California 49th out of the 50 states for the quality of its pavement. New Jersey came in last. But California has the distinction of having the nation's worst roads in urban areas.

The economy grew faster than expected at the end of last year, the strongest evidence yet that the recession is likely over. But economists say the numbers are still mixed and that unemployment continues to weigh on any recovery.

The 2010 primary season largely wraps up Tuesday with contests in seven states and D.C. No race is being watched more carefully than the rollicking GOP Senate battle in Delaware, where "establishment" candidate Mike Castle is trying to defeat Tea Party favorite Christine O'Donnell.

Californians list immigration and healthcare among some of their top concerns. That's the finding of a recent survey. From Sacramento, Jenny O'Mara reports.

San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders is scheduled to visit Washington DC this week. He’ll be meeting with lawmakers to try to persuade them to send stimulus money directly to the region. KPBS reporter Katie

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano says health officials and pharmaceutical companies are continuing to work on the manufacture and distribution of flu vaccine, as schools reopen and concerns about the H1N1 flu begin to subside.

The Supreme Court examines the constitutionality of laws requiring voters to show a government-issued photo ID in order to cast a ballot. State officials says the laws help prevent vote fraud, but opponents contend that they suppress voter turnout.

The House Judiciary Committee may grant immunity to former Justice Department official Monica Goodling as early as Wednesday. Goodling, a central figure in the unfolding scandal over the firing of eight federal prosecutors, has refused to answer questions from the committee, citing her Fifth Amendment right not to incriminate herself.

There will be no cost of living increase for more than 50 million Social Security recipients next year, the first year without a raise since automatic adjustments were adopted in 1975, the government announced Thursday.