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Jobless Auto Workers Go Back to School

Michigan is ahead of most states in reinventing programs to move workers from shrinking industries into new careers. Could it be a model for the rest of the nation? More>>

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Personal Finance

Consumer Debt Cuts Across Generations

Americans from 18 to 80 are struggling with debt, a new survey finds—including 60 percent of those in the 50-plus cohort. More>>

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Personal Finance

Vegetable Gardens Growing Anew

During this time of economic anxiety, Americans are flocking into their gardens or community-based gardening projects to grow their own food. More>>

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Door-to-Door Sales Scams Heating Up

The most common scheme is a summer classic: door-to-door deceivers selling subscriptions for magazines that never arrive. More>>

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Volunteering in Retirement

I’m getting ready to retire. I would like to volunteer in my community, but I don’t know where to begin. Any ideas? More>>

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Personal Finance

Cash for Clunkers: Is It a Good Deal?

A new $1 billion voucher program rewards consumers for replacing their old gas-guzzlers with new, more fuel-efficient cars. More>>

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Economy Watch

Despite Wall Street Gains, Worst Is Not Over

Recent gains on Wall Street should not be confused with renewed prosperity on Main Street, economists say. More>>

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Living, Working and Saving Together in a Recessed Economy: An economic crisis can exasperate generational tensions. But it also has the potential to bring young and old together. More>>