COVID-19 will deliver a blow but how bad it will be is yet to be seen

The region has a higher share of job growth than the nation, California as a whole, and neighboring Southern California metros

Local manufacturing industry remains a key growth sector

‘Regions Rise Together’ comparison to coastal regions may distort policy direction

New analysis finds small businesses are powering establishment growth, but medium and large firms contribute more to job gains

New analysis reveals region’s most and least competitive industries

Temperatures are rising and UCR students are dreaming of vacations.

Wage growth still trails state but fuels impressive jumps in local taxable sales

Targeted violation reports are more likely to encourage vertical integration and reward “good” firms

A UCR report finds more than 80% of graduates start their careers in California.

Region has more than offset establishment losses from the ‘Great Recession’

This Nigeria native came to UC Riverside ready to make friends and learn about finance.

Region’s job growth underperforms state for first time since 2012

Local land use decisions and opposition cause the region to lag behind, especially in affordable housing

The regions's home affordability helps local labor force expand

The region’s economy continues to grow despite ongoing trade disputes that many feared would inhibit the logistics industry

Worker scarcity driving wage increases; Inland Empire affordability advantage will help buffer region from slowdown in Southern California home sales

“I have been through a few challenges in my life, but with the support of this school and Guardian Scholars, I have achieved more than I ever thought I would.” - Brandy Renee Taylor

Sometimes quality is in the eye of the beholder

Growth efforts should link to logisitics, agriculture, and green tech