Guest commentary: New employment laws for 2026
By Jonathan Fraser Light It’s time to look at some of the new employment laws that will impact businesses in 2026. The state’s mandatory minimum wage is going up from $16.50 an hour in 2025 to $16.90 in 2026. If a local jurisdiction has a higher rate, that’s the one to follow. Note that the Read More →
Guest commentary: How small and mid-sized businesses can grow in 2026
By Jason Bietz The latest Bank of America Business Owner Report confirms what we see every day from entrepreneurs across our communities: cautious yet determined optimism. Nearly three in four business owners expect revenue gains in the next 12 months, and many plan to expand (59%), hire (43%) and secure financing (83%) in the new year. Here Read More →
Mixed bag: Amgen is a star among region’s large caps
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Dubroff: Watch for these 6 Central Coast trends in 2026
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Street smarts: Cottage Hospital named among top teaching hospitals
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CRE: Challenges in store for the multifamily housing market in 2026
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Our view: Don’t overlook the benefit of storms
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