By Elizabeth H. “Liz” Casey Asthma, a lung disease said to affect more than 20 million American adults and 9 million children, is a chronic disease that affects the airways in the lungs.   [Full Story]

Property taxes statewide may drop for most homeowners if the inflation factor continues to be negative, it was announced last week by Betty T. Yee, Board of Equalization Chairwoman.   [Full Story]

By Jason Alderman People naturally procrastinate when faced with difficult decisions. Take planning for your own demise: Only 40 percent of people recently polled by Visa Inc.   [Full Story]

By Hung Sa Kloeung Social Security Administration District Manager, Eureka Financial Planning is not just for people nearing retirement. In fact, it's a good idea to begin planning for a comfortable and secure retirement when you're young.   [Full Story]

The Redwood Community Action Agency and the RICHES Coalition have announced that they will be bringing back their free 2008 tax assistance to the community during the month of September for qualifying households making less than $45,000 in 2008.   [Full Story]

The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) is sending letters to 16,000 retailers in 16 different zip codes notifying them of upcoming visits by BOE specialists.   [Full Story]

Tech Beat By Daria Topousis Much has been made in the last few years about four different generations working concurrently in the workplace for the first time.   [Full Story]