California's Housing Conundrum
Almost everyone in California agrees that there's not enough housing in the state. But no one wants building in their backyard.
Economy
Ford To Phase Out 'Traditional Ford Sedans' Such As Fusion And Taurus In The U.S.
Ford Motor Co. reported a $1.7 billion profit for the first quarter, but it's planning big changes — such as phasing out nearly all of its cars in favor of trucks and SUVs.
The Consumer Complaints Database That Could Disappear From View
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau chief Mick Mulvaney says he may shut down public access to more than a million complaints Americans have made about financial institutions.
Episode 640: The Bottom Of The Well
Today on the show: the economics of drought, and why the rational thing to do in California right now is use more water.
Rural Lands At Risk As Ranchers Prepare For Retirement
Universities and ranch land advocates are offering estate planning classes to ranchers with a goal of saving their land from redevelopment.
The Farm Labor Drought
Water isn't the only shortage California farmers are worried about. There's a labor drought, too.
Watchdog Says Billions In Afghanistan Funding At Risk Of Misuse
Funds in the Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund are at risk because the World Bank is not adequately monitoring how they are used. The U.S. has contributed $3 billion to the fund.
Interest Rate Rise Unsettles Stock Investors; Dow Falls 425 Points
For the first time in four years, the rate on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note crossed 3 percent. While it signals a stronger economy, it makes bonds more attractive investments, undermining stocks.
Protection For The Steel Industry Is As Old As America
The U.S. steel industry has enjoyed protection from foreign competitors since the 1790s. It says new import tariffs are actually just leveling the playing field and shouldn't be labeled "protection."