Tahoe Truckee Region Business, Economy & Jobs Articles

Under California law, local governments may work together in a "Joint Powers Authority." But these little-known agencies can wield broad powers—even to levy taxes—with little public accountability.

In a series of articles, Moonshine Ink delves into the economy of the Tahoe-Truckee region, and the problems faced by locals.

Even as the national economy quickly recovers, thousands of Californians continue to file for unemployment benefits, largely because small business is still struggling.

California will become the first state in the nation to provide monthly basic income payments to millions of residents, after the legislature passed a $35 million bill.

A new bill now in the state Senate would make paid family leave accessible even to workers on the lowest end of the income spectrum.

As the pandemic recedes, traffic is getting worse. But workers returning to offices appears not to be the main reason why.

Pacific Gas & Electric is asking customers to pay more for protection from wildfires caused by PG&E.

A USC study shows the economy recovered fully from the 2008 recession—except for housing.

A pandemic-fueled real estate boom has exploded in the Tahoe-Truckee region. Mountain Housing Council is working to ensure that locals can keep their own little slices of heaven.

The April Forest Futures Salon Series featured four speakers to discuss recreation and restoration.