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Insurers keep close eye on extreme weather report
Adriene Hill Mar 28, 2012
The IPCC is about to release its latest findings regarding extreme weather trends and climate change. The predictions can help insurers figure out what to cover, and for how much.
The future of U.S. ports after Panama Canal growth
Jeff Tyler Mar 13, 2012
It's possible America's busiest ports may not stay busy. Southern California currently receives most of the imports shipped from Asia. But that could change with a major expansion of the Panama Canal.
Tornado influx hurts communities in South, Midwest
Mitchell Hartman Mar 6, 2012
They're mourning loved ones and assessing damage across the Midwest and South this week, in the aftermath of as many as 80 tornadoes, that left 40 people dead.
Mild winter helps some businesses, hurts others
Brian Bull Mar 2, 2012
For some businesses that shut down during the winter, the mild weather this winter has been an economic shot in the arm. For others, not so much.
Can tech IPOs save California's budget?
Adriene Hill Mar 1, 2012
California is looking forward to both the Yelp and Facebook IPOs in the near future. One analyst estimated it could bring as much as $2.5 billion to the financially struggling state.
Economy changes like the weather
Sarah Gardner Mar 1, 2012
But is the mild winter cooking the books?
California budget surplus turns into shortfall
Julie Small Feb 22, 2012
The Golden State didn't collect as much income tax from wealthy residents as it had predicted.
Budget surplus, weather important to Michigan economy
Jeremy Hobson Feb 22, 2012
The state of Michigan actually has a budget surplus on its hands, in large part due to big cutbacks put in place by the governor.
What California hopes to get from China
Adriene Hill Feb 14, 2012
Los Angeles is on the agenda for Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping's U.S. visit. California and China have multiple ties, and this visit could set a standard for future negotiations.
Warm winter creating heating fuel glut
John Dimsdale Jan 30, 2012
Forecasters say the unusually mild winter so far over the East and Midwest could reduce heating costs 20 percent. Good news for those who pay the heating bills. Maybe not so good for those who sell the fuel.
