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A picture prior to the central bank session of the Group of Seven finance ministers and central bank governors meeting in Niigata, Japan, on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

G-7 finance leaders pledge to contain inflation and to continue support for Ukraine

Finance ministers and central bank chiefs ended talks in Japan with a joint statement pledging to bring inflation under control while aiding those suffering the most from surging prices.

People who have come in off the street keep warm and dry in a lounge area at the Hospitality House in San Francisco, Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. A measure aimed at transforming how California spends money on mental health will go before voters in March as the state continues to grapple with an unabated homelessness crisis. Hospitality House's programs are among a slew of prevention services that would face significant budget cuts if Proposition 1 passes.

Some worry California proposition to tackle homelessness would worsen the problem

Gov. Gavin Newsom is urging voters to approve a ballot initiative that he says is needed to tackle the state's homelessness crisis.

Sharon Gwinn holds a picture of her husband, who had Lewy body dementia toward the end of his life. Reckless financial behavior was one of the first signs of the disease. "It's what attacked his brain first," Gwinn says.

A loved one's dementia will break your heart. Don't let it wreck your finances

Families can get blindsided by risky behavior with money, sometimes even before a diagnosis. Having tough conversations and setting up guardrails in advance can help prevent disaster.

Building Bridges to Global Markets

Brings no-cost, in-person exporting expertise to your community. Addressing issues most common to diverse businesses seeking international sales expansion, this event will introduce reliable contacts, actionable information, and ready-to-use resources that will place you firmly on the road to exporting success. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to network and experience a “Resource Expo” with our trade partners. Topics Include • Exporting essentials and available resources; • Trade finance and access to capital; • Programs to grow your business.

'Money Sense' Exhibit Opens

Explore San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum’s new "Our Town: Money Sense" exhibit sponsored by PNC Foundation. Step into the world of financing and banking to introduce your little one to mathematics and finances with a brand new exhibit filled with engaging, hands-on adventures! -Practice life skills by learning how to earn, save, and spend play money -Withdraw funds from a giant piggy bank -Test their money-matching knowledge -Tinker at the Business Board + Other fun experiences! The exhibit opens on Thursday, April 20 and is included with Museum Admission. San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Facebook / Instagram

FILE - California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during an event in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.
Newsom on Wednesday is expected reveal his plan to cover a staggering budget deficit as the nation's most populous state weathers a revenue downturn that could have major consequences for 5.8 million public school children.

California governor wants reserves and cuts to fix nearly $38B deficit, mostly sparing schools

The governor is proposing to draw $13 billion from the state’s reserves to cover some of the deficit.

This undated photo shows vehicles in Encinitas.

Encinitas inks deal to purchase 'Surfer's Point' property for $6 million

The Encinitas City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a purchase and sale agreement with Surfer's Point LLC for $6 million dollars with a 45-day due diligence period and a target close of escrow on Sept. 29.

Alana Turner, 28, is one of the first pregnant people participating in the Rx Kids cash aid program in Flint, Mich. It's piloted by Mona Hanna-Attisha, the pediatrician who helped uncover the city's lead water crisis a decade ago.

Every new mom in this U.S. city is now getting cash aid for a year

Flint, Mich., aims to be a model for wiping out deep poverty during a crucial time for child development. The new benefits start during pregnancy to encourage prenatal care.

Small Business Expo

Entrepreneurs and small business owners, connect with your resource partners in person this Summer! From new opportunities to funding options, join us Friday, June 16 at the Handlery Hotel San Diego for light refreshments and a bounty of information, insights, and connection. Featured Happenings: Support and lending – Get to know your small business resource centers and specialized lenders with guest speakers from the Women's Business Center, Small Business Development Center, SBA, San Diego/Orange/Imperial APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC), CalSouthern, and more Procurement – Learn about government contracting opportunities with guest speakers from San Diego Unified School District, San Diego Association of Governments, Harper Construction, and Department of General Services Networking – Meet key entities and others in the regional small business community This event is brought in part to you by support from Union Bank of California, County of San Diego, San Diego Gas & Electric, Civic Communities, California Department of General Services, General Atomics, Metropolitan Water District, Banner Bank, Pacific Premiere Bank, Primary Funding, Harper Construction, Otay Water District, SANDAG, LendSpark, CDC Small Business Finance, San Diego International Airport, San Diego Unified School District, Sundt Construction, Sweetwater Authority, Founders First Capital, and Wells Fargo Bank.

Workers crate mortar launchers in an assembly shop of the Ukrainian Armor Design and Manufacturing Co. Ukrainian Armor produces specialized armored vehicles as well as mortar launchers.

With Western military aid increasingly uncertain, Ukraine builds its own weapons

Ukraine's domestic arms manufacturers bristle at the notion the country relies entirely on military aid from the U.S. and Europe. The country's weapons development and production, they say, is robust.

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