Marketplace Morning Report Stories

Claire Contreras, an elementary school teacher, reflects on the challenges of trying to find long-term places to stay after losing her home.

Texas would join a growing number of states that have invested in private education in recent years.

The algorithm behind the app’s success is proprietary and hard to replicate. And Chinese-owned alternatives like RedNote could also be vulnerable to a ban.

The fires in Los Angeles “could make this the costliest insured loss due to wildfires in history globally,” said Karen Collins with the American Property Casualty Insurance Association.

“Twin challenges” arise as Los Angeles continues to face massive wildfire destruction in a tight housing market.

Catastrophe bonds play an important role in keeping the insurance market functioning at a time when it’s getting harder for homeowners to get affordable coverage. But what happens catastrophe actually strikes?

GoFundMe campaigns to help out those affected by Southern California’s wildfires have raised at least $100 million, a spokesperson said.

The term refers to adults caring for both older parents and children — which takes a toll on mental, physical and financial health.

Burger chain Shake Shack just announced plans to expand to 1,500 stores. The fast casual sector is growing much quicker than other parts of the restaurant industry.

More drivers are joining ride-booking apps at a time when there is less demand for their services.