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Jobless claims rise to highest level in 9 months
Employers appear to be laying off workers again as the economic recovery weakens. The number of... more
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Pictures: Top 13 traits for landing a promotion Photos
Master the skills you need to snag that long-deserved raise or much-sought-after promotion. See... more
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When your unemployment benefits expire
You likely drew up a budget when you first lost your job; now it's time to "rebudget" to see if... more
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Jobs picture dims as unemployment claims rise Video
WASHINGTON (AP) — The feeble economy exhibited a smidgen of strength Thursday, with mildly... more
Cars that get 40 mpg or more Photos
Can the Auto Industry Survive?
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Texas Supreme Court rules against Toyota in rollover case
Toyota Motor Corp. must face charges that it acted in contempt of court in a 2007 lawsuit involving a paralyzed woman, the Texas Supreme Court has ruled. more
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Reports of steering problems in 2011 Hyundai Sonata prompt NHTSA investigation Photo
Federal safety regulators have opened an investigation into reports of steering problems in the hot-selling 2011 Hyundai Sonata sedan. more
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Exotic-car dealers say some brands doing better this year Photo
Sales of some exotic luxury automobiles have revved up this year as affluent Americans indulge more freely in these pricey pleasures. more
Real Estate and Home Design Photo Galleries
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The best methods for restoring faded glory of decks and porches Photo
Some rules for renewing decks and porches say you should pressure wash; others say it causes damage. Some recommend bleach; others say avoid it. more
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Make room for chintz and needlepoint Photo
The winds of change are blowing, and if you are lucky you might get ahead of the next trend by taking your grandmother to tea and smiling sweetly. Mark my words, chintz, brown furniture and handmade pieces are back. more
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Decorate with zebra print Photos
Wild, yet sophisticated, classic yet edgy zebra stripes exude confidence and sass in the home. --Alexia Elejalde-Ruiz, Tribune newspapers more
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Obama's Oval Office makeover: Muted palette, comfy sofas, leather chairs and yes, a new rug Video
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional opponents, stubborn diplomats or wary heads of state, beware: The new Oval Office sofas look so comfy, you just might be lulled into a few reckless compromises. more
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Great expectations: Decorating a 9,000-square-foot mansion Photo
When interior designer Scott Sanders first saw Dan and Samantha Anderson's dream house, a rambling stone and clapboard mansion with four floors and 21 rooms, it was still an architect's blueprints. more
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Sales of new homes fall 12.4 percent in July
The July figures reflect the slowest pace on records dating back to 1963. The weak sales mean fewer jobs in the construction industry, which normally powers economic recoveries. more
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What you need to know about hiring a contractor
Planning to remodel your home? Take these steps to ensure you hire a reputable contractor who will get the work done right and on time. more
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Old flames spark vintage love in the kitchen
Long before granite and stainless steel dominated kitchens, chrome mixed with high-gloss, playful color was the look. These kitchens and their appliances of years past have droves of fans. The owners of vintage appliances are a proud lot, quick to show off a refrigerator's special features,... more
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Dream house turns into alleged discrimination lesson Photo
It seemed like the perfect house for Chicago comedian and radio personality George Willborn and his family. more