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Private employers add 200,000 jobs in JulyThe employment situation looked slightly improved in July, as private employers added 200,000 jobs to the economy — bringing total employment 1.79 percent above what it was in July 2012.
Child care is expensive. Here's how to save up for it.Whether it's by telecommuting or tapping into extended families for support, Hamm says there are ways parents can reduce child care costs — even before the baby arrives.
Stocks hold steady on Federal Reserve announcementStocks held near record levels Wednesday after wavering in response to the latest economic assessments by the Federal Reserve. July was still the best month for stocks since January.
Mortgage rates trending downwardsThe average rate for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage increased by 1 basis point to 4.44 percent this week. Overall, however, mortgage rates appear to be going down.
Amazon: Jobs available in 13 statesAmazon.com jobs announcement comes a day before President Obama visits its Chattanooga, Tenn., warehouse. Some 5,000 of the Amazon jobs are in warehouses; another 2,000 in customer service.
Nissan Leaf electric car gets rave reviews from NYC taxi driverOne Manhattan taxi driver who has been driving the 2013 Nissan Leaf electric car as part of a pilot program says he is saving money by being able to power up his car with electricity instead of gas.
Second quarter GDP better than expected – but economy still in slow gearNew GDP numbers for April through June show the economy growing by 1.7 percent – an unexpected jump. That could lead the Federal Reserve to ease up on its stimulus program.
NYC large soda ban struck down by state appeals courtNYC large soda ban was ruled unconstitutional in March, and the decision was upheld Tuesday by a higher appeals court. Mayor Michael Bloomberg's NYC large soda ban would have prohibited restaurants from selling sodas and other sugary beverages bigger than 16 ounces.
Obama's 'grand bargain' is another dead endPresident Barack Obama proposed cutting corporate tax rates and using the revenue to generate jobs. Republicans shut it down. Is the tax reform battle stuck at an impasse?
- Stolen Stradivarius violin found after three-year search
Stolen Stradivarius violin has been recovered by British police. The stolen Stradivarius is worth $1.84 million and was taken from an acclaimed musician when she stopped for a snack three years ago.
- Rosie the Riveter factory safe for 60 more days
The 'Rosie the Riveter' factory in Detroit became an icon of American female empowerment. The Save the Bomber Plant campaign has raised $4.5 million of the $8 million. It now has 60 days to raise the rest of the money.
KFC 7-foot bucket appears in baffled Georgia woman's front yardKFC 7-foot bucket mysteriously appeared in a Georgia woman's front yard last week. Unfortunately, the KFC 7-foot bucket contained no fried chicken.
iTunes vs Amazon: Where to get the cheapest musiciTunes dominates the music market, but most of the time, Amazon offers cheaper music downloads. What's the best platform for you? Sakraida walks readers through their options.
Amazon: 8 essential tips to save money onlineFrom taking advantage of Amazon's 'Subscribe and Save' program to watching prices and daily deals online, Hamm offers his advice for readers looking to save money on Amazon.com.
Kentucky $250M: Tiny Kentucky college gets record-breaking $250M donationKentucky $250M: Centre College, located in the center of Kentucky, received $250 million from an alum. Centre claims this is the biggest-ever donation to a liberal arts college.
Schooled by Occupy movement, fast-food workers put demands on the tableHundreds of fast-food workers protested in New York Tuesday, demanding their minimum wages be doubled as part of a nationwide effort that has drawn on the organizational lessons of the Occupy movement.
Stocks mixed as investors wait for BernankeStocks wandered between the tiniest of gains and losses before closing mixed Tuesday. The calendar said late July, but on Wall Street it seemed more like August, when many traders take off for vacation and fewer stocks trade hands.
Case-Shiller: Home prices jump in MayHome prices on the Case-Shiller 10-city Index rose 2.48 percent in May, and the 20-city index rose 2.44 percent over the same period. The latest data is continuing to demonstrate significant resiliency compared to past years.
US accuses JPMorgan of manipulating power pricesUS accuses JPMorgan of squeezing excessive payments from the agencies that run the power grids in California and the Midwest, federal officials said Monday. US official fined a British power company $453 million for similar offenses to the ones of which JPMorgan stands accused .
Embarrassed by Braun suspension, Brewers offer fans a rebateThe Milwaukee Brewers are offering a $10 voucher to every person who attends a game for the rest of the year. It's been a trying year for the Brewers and their fans, who are dealing with a disappointing record and the fallout from franchise star Ryan Braun's suspension for suspected PED use.
