I am headed to the Capital right now. Dems are himming and hawing on the bill right now, so people are getting fired up on all sides. We’ll see what happens. Stay tuned. Update I went down to Capital Hill to see what was going on with the Tea Baggers. Despite the big commotion on Capital Hill surrounding the pending...
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Follow STR tomorrow as we go to D.C. in order to cover the healthcare debate up close and personal. With the Tea Baggers and other protesters threatening to make a strong showing, tomorrow promises to be an interesting day. Check in with us throughout the day for the latest pictures and interviews. ...
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CIT Group filed for bankruptcy under a pre-packaged deal that will allow the company to file for Chapter 11 yet emerge from court protection after a year. This will be the largest company since Lehmann Brothers to file for bankruptcy. In addition to CIT, dozens of banks have gone under this year, casualties of a bloody, ongoing...
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After strong stock market gains over the last few months, consumer spending habits have confounded Wall Street. Despite being repeatedly told that the recession is over, consumers are still worried about the economy and credit is still very tight. Many analysts believe that without the Clash For Clunkers Program, the economy...
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Since the recession began, many of us have been looking for ways to save a little money. Cigarettes are major expense and can cost us more down the line in healthcare costs. As a result, people have stopped smoking not only to improve their health, but also to save money. However, as anyone who smokes or knows a smoker...
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Recently, the Obama administration has changed its tune and decided to limit executive pay for the Wall Street firms and banks that have taken TARP money. Although many of the banks have already paid back most of the tax payer bailout money, the sheer amount of money they are planning to hand out this year is considered a gross...
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