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Thursday, February 07, 2013  1865 baseball card found at yard sale sells for $92,000 in Maine auction

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  States require those receiving unemployment to use bank cards laden with fees rather than depositing the benefits directly into a bank account, a consumer group reports.

Sunday, January 06, 2013  The state added money to the debit cards of 85,000 Michigan food assistance recipients who temporarily went without aid this week.

Sunday, January 06, 2013  The state is close to adding money to all of the debit cards of 85,000 Michigan food assistance recipients and families who temporarily went without the aid this week.

Friday, December 21, 2012  Nine public saftey officers will be added to the city's staff each patrolling a ward from now till June.

Monday, December 17, 2012  State-issued cards would be good for two years instead of one. Lawmakers also passed a bill that puts restrictions on how marijuana can be transported in a vehicle.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Three Flint business owners are charged with food stamp fraud following an investigation by the Office of Inspector General (OIG).

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  With the holiday season right around the corner and the economy putting the squeeze on budgets, many shoppers are going to be looking for the best gift options this holiday season. For those looking to give gift cards to family and friends, your Better Business Bureau (BBB) is recommending that you do your research before purchasing a gift card.

Sunday, November 27, 2011  The current economy has left many shoppers on a budget and searching for more affordable methods of paying for big-ticket items and holiday gifts. This holiday season, many families will be turning to alternate forms of payment to make ends meet. With many stores offering layaway services, Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering advice on how to use this payment plan in lieu of credit cards.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  Some proposed bills could limit bridge card users from using the money on gambling and alcohol. The bills could also prevent inmates from receiving the tax payer funds.

Tuesday, September 06, 2011  Poll: Americans open to trading off some liberties - within limits - to fight terrorism

Thursday, June 09, 2011  It was murkier, however, whether the nation's consumers were winners or losers.

Wednesday, June 08, 2011  Consumers stuck in middle as Senate sets showdown vote over limiting debit card fees

Wednesday, May 04, 2011  A new federal law could keep stay at home parents, military families, and others from getting a credit card.  Some call this "biased" and dangerous. What do you think?

Friday, April 08, 2011  Pit bull found abandoned, starved in New Jersey apartment trash chute recovers, gains fans worldwide