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California Democrats on Monday failed to gather enough support to advance a first-in-the-nation universal health care bill, succumbing to intense pressure from business groups and the insurance industry in an election year. Meanwhile, San Diegans are seeing their electricity bills skyrocket. Plus, the widespread impacts of wage theft in California, and why legal action against it has been delayed.

Kevin McCarthy wants more people who receive food stamps to be subject to work reporting requirements. Advocates worry that shift, if passed, could mean people get shut out of the program.

Top Senate Democrats are pushing for new disclosures from a wealthy GOP donor with ties to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.

As the Atlantic hurricane season begins, there is anxiety on the small island nation of Dominica which is still reeling from Hurricane Maria that damaged or destroyed 95% of its housing.

The tax information could take on added significance now that Trump has launched a campaign for the White House in 2024.

Trump already faces 34 felony counts related to his involvement in a hush-money arrangement. But that may not be all, as he faces scrutiny in other probes that could result in more criminal charges.

Thinking of joining the Escondido Chamber of Commerce? Or is it time to get an update on your membership benefits? This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Chamber, and find out how your business will benefit from membership. Meet our Board of Directors, Ambassadors and Staff, and find new ways to market your business and to participate in Chamber networking opportunities! Date | Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 5pm Location | Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce Register here! Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and beverages compliments of our Chamber Sponsors, and learn how the Chamber is here for you and your business! The Open House is a free event, but you are required to register so we have an accurate count of guests for food and drinks...thanks! For further information on this event please visit the website: http://escondidochamber.org/new-member-open-house/

The number of H-2A visas for seasonal farmworkers issued each year has more than quadrupled over the past decade. The growth has alarmed labor advocates. Farmers don't love the program, either.

Across the U.S., many hospitals have become wealthy, even as their bills force patients to make gut-wrenching sacrifices. This pattern is especially stark for health care systems in Dallas-Fort Worth.

A federal judge dismissed an effort by six Republican-led states to block the Biden administration's plan to reduce student loan debt for tens of millions of Americans.