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2026 Election Preview: Billionaires, AI, and Generational Change
A panel of top political reporters unpack the key races and issues shaping California’s 2026 election.
Scientists clone Southern Africa’s wild fruit trees as forests disappear
Plant geneticist Alice Muchugi recalls meeting a group of furious fruit sellers on the side of a dusty road not far from Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare, in 2024. They told her that a group of men armed with chainsaws had felled some of the district’s most prolific fruit trees, robbing the women of a steady source […]
Pearlsnap Picnic opens in Jones Center
An approximately 2,500-square-foot café recently opened at the Jones Center in Springdale. Pearlsnap Picnic is a coffee and smoothie bar co-owned by Leo Orpin and Corinna Rose. “We partner with...
Pearlsnap Picnic opens in Jones Center
An approximately 2,500-square-foot café recently opened at the Jones Center in Springdale. Pearlsnap Picnic is a coffee and smoothie bar co-owned by Leo Orpin and Corinna Rose. “We partner with...
Poll: Trump gets low marks for job performance
New polling from Talk Business & Politics and Hendrix College shows President Donald Trump is viewed unfavorably by state voters and his unpopularity is a drag on several GOP incumbents....
Poll: Trump gets low marks for job performance
New polling from Talk Business & Politics and Hendrix College shows President Donald Trump is viewed unfavorably by state voters and his unpopularity is a drag on several GOP incumbents....
California's biggest political split is where people live
A new PPIC report finds California's political divide is largely geographic, with a sharp coastal-inland split.
Empowering the Next Generation of Civic Leaders
Young Californians often feel disconnected from the political process. A recent event focused on inspiring civic engagement among California’s youth and highlighted the importance of civic education.
As Small Business Owners Retire, Worker Cooperatives Could Help Close Wealth Gap » NCRC
Learn more about NCRC member Cooperative Fund of the Northeast (CFNE)'s work in collaboration with nonprofit developers the Cooperative Development Institute (CDI) and ICA Group helping business owners in the Northeast through the business conversion process and supporting employees as they become new owners.
The Art and Science of Transforming California’s Forests
As California’s wildfire season approaches, how is the state working to prevent severe wildfires? We convened a panel of experts to discuss our new report on the state’s progress—and to look at what can help the effort stay on track.
What California’s Next Governor Needs to Know about Health Care
Rising costs, an aging population, and the specter of major federal funding cuts are among the challenges the next governor will face.
Concern over Health Care Affordability Is Widespread
A majority of Californians are pessimistic about their future health care costs. These worries are fueling broad opposition to federal health care rollbacks.
How California Is Investing in School-Based Mental Health Services for Teens
Despite recent state investments in teen mental health, significant gaps still exist between the need for care and receipt of services. PPIC researchers discuss efforts to improve services, target funding, and meet teens where they are.
California’s Strict Regulations May Frustrate Business Starts
Does California deserve its reputation as a state that is unfriendly to business? PPIC experts discuss new findings on California’s regulatory environment and its effect on business launches.
Peru congress elects Jose Balcazar as new interim president
Peruvian lawmakers on Wednesday elected Jose Balcazar as the country's new interim president ahead of general elections in April, making him the country's eighth president in as many years.
Ujima Graduation Celebrates Black and Indigenous Business Training
Event commemorates months-long regime for established companies and startups to gain skill to support inclusive business practices and employment opportunities
Big game betting ad surge prompts BBB warning on illegal sports betting in Washington
As sports betting ads ramp up ahead of this weekend’s big game, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning Washington consumers to be cautious.
Teen Mental Health and School-Based Services in California
About 3 in 10 California teens report serious psychological distress, yet significant gaps exist between the need for mental health care and receipt of services. This report examines teen mental health and access to care across demographic groups and describes how state and district funding have expanded school-based solutions.
Policy Brief: Teen Mental Health and School-Based Services in California
Rates of chronic sadness and suicidal thoughts in teens have been rising in California—and nationwide—since about 2009. Significant gaps exist between the reported need for mental health care and receipt of services. The state has recently invested $8 billion for child and teen mental health, including school-based services.
Report shows California health care jobs pay, but waitlists clog college on-ramp
Community college programs promise mobility — but demand far exceeds capacity, the PPIC finds.