California's Economic Divide: Bay Area Job Losses Contrast State's Modest Growth
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The Bay Area faced economic headwinds with 1,300 job losses in December 2024, while California added 15,000 jobs overall. The contrasting employment trends highlight regional economic uncertainties amid cooling job markets and rising unemployment rates.
California Simplifies Unemployment Benefits Application with User-Friendly Online System
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California's EDD launches a streamlined, multilingual online application for unemployment benefits, addressing common challenges and improving accessibility. The new system is part of the broader EDDNext modernization program aimed at transforming various aspects of the department's services.