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Advocacy groups claim victory after Dobbs leaves
November 12, 2009, 3:30PM ET
CNN moved swiftly to replace Lou Dobbs in its nightly lineup with John King, who said Thursday that all views would be welcome on his politically-oriented talk show when it debuts early next year.
Drop in US energy use drags stock market lower
November 12, 2009, 3:29PM ET
A drop in energy stocks dragged the market lower Thursday following a government report that consumers and businesses cut back on their use of oil and gas.
Housing agency's financial cushion sinks
November 12, 2009, 3:29PM ET
The Federal Housing Administration's financial cushion has fallen to a dangerously low level, but government officials maintain the agency should avoid a taxpayer bailout under "most economic scenarios."
NH is 1st state to help newspaper, likely not last
November 12, 2009, 3:28PM ET
New Hampshire's decision to guarantee a line of credit to a struggling newspaper likely won't be the last such effort despite the questions it raises about independent coverage.
North Dakota regulators toss coal mining complaint
November 12, 2009, 3:20PM ET
North Dakota regulators voted Thursday to drop a complaint against Falkirk Mining Co. for illegally removing topsoil to build a road in an area where the company plans to begin digging coal.
Alliant Techsystems 2Q profit rises with sales
November 12, 2009, 3:20PM ET
Shares of Alliant Techsystems Inc. rose modestly Thursday, a day after it said its fiscal second-quarter profit climbed 18 percent, helped by stronger sales of ammunition for security forces in Afghanistan.
Holiday Shopping Notebook: Holiday Tweets
November 12, 2009, 3:18PM ET
You may want to check Facebook and Twitter before heading to the mall the day after Thanksgiving.
USOC turns to Paul Tagliabue for solutions
November 12, 2009, 3:16PM ET
Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue will chair a committee to determine if changes are needed in the way the U.S. Olympic Committee board operates.
LRA approves $5M plan to fix Chinese drywall ills
November 12, 2009, 3:15PM ET
Some homeowners would get help fixing problems caused by trouble-plagued Chinese drywall under a $5 million plan that is being sent to state lawmakers after winning the unanimous backing Thursday of the Louisiana Recovery Authority.
Hawaii foreclosure filings remain high
November 12, 2009, 3:13PM ET
A real estate research firm reports there were 925 foreclosure filings in Hawaii in October as distressed homeowners continued to deal with layoffs, furloughs and wage cuts.
Freight train derails in Va; Amtrak affected
November 12, 2009, 3:11PM ET
Amtrak has suspended service between Richmond and Newport News because of a freight train derailment.
Umpqua hires 39 in expansion, plans new offices
November 12, 2009, 3:11PM ET
Retail broker Umpqua Investments Inc. said Thursday that since January it has hired 27 financial advisers who bring in an additional $8.5 million in yearly revenue as part of an expansion effort.
McDonald's to open 1,000 new locations in 2010
November 12, 2009, 3:10PM ET
McDonald's Corp., already the world's largest hamburger chain, will add 1,000 locations next year, the fast food chain said Thursday.
Teacher shortage gives way to teacher glut
November 12, 2009, 3:10PM ET
When Lilli Lackey started college, talk of a growing teacher shortage gave her confidence that a job would be waiting for her when she got out.
Buckle shares fall after Goldman says 'Sell'
November 12, 2009, 3:04PM ET
Shares of teen apparel retailer The Buckle Inc. dropped Thursday after Goldman Sachs initiated coverage of the stock with a "Sell" rating and warned that it sees red flags that indicate the retailer's performance could soon decline.
Pace of mortgage help rising but still slow
November 12, 2009, 2:59PM ET
Shontaye Edwards spends her day in a gray cubicle at a Bank of America call center in this Dallas suburb. On the other end of the phone line are homeowners -- tense, exasperated and looking for help.
Sprint approves shareholder-called meetings
November 12, 2009, 2:59PM ET
Sprint Nextel officials will now allow large shareholders to call special meetings of investors.
Teacher shortage gives way to teacher glut
November 12, 2009, 2:58PM ET
When Lilli Lackey started college, talk of a growing teacher shortage gave her confidence that a job would be waiting for her when she got out.
Dollar General IPO drawing draws investor buzz
November 12, 2009, 2:58PM ET
Discount retailer Dollar General is expected to price shares for its initial public offering Thursday and begin trading Friday, betting investors will want to have a hand in the future of frugal.
Retailers use social media to advertise deals
November 12, 2009, 2:53PM ET
You may want to check Facebook and Twitter before heading to the mall the day after Thanksgiving.
