Office Hours Via Twitter:State Schools Chief Jack O'Connell to Hold Office Hours

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell today announced that he is now accessible via Twitter and will be holding periodic online office hours using the social networking Web site. Office Hours Via Twitter:State Schools Chief Jack O'Connell to Hold Office Hours

Broadband Grants: USDA and Commerce Announce Broadband Initiative- Deadline Aug 14, 2009

NTIA and RUS will be accepting applications for loans, grants and loan/grant combinations to be awarded by each agency under a single application form. This collaborative approach will ensure that the agencies' activities are complementary and integrated, make the best use of taxpayer funds and make it easier for applicants to apply for funding. This is the first of three rounds of funding the Agriculture and Commerce Departments will provide. Broadband Grants: USDA and Commerce Announce Broadband Initiative- Deadline Aug 14, 2009

Auction Fraud: Don't Let it Happen to You -The FBI report

One in four complaints in 2008 to the Internet Crime Complaint Center involved online auction fraud. Auction Fraud: Don't Let it Happen to You -The FBI report

Prepaid Calling Card Distributor Agrees to Pay $1.3 Million

Settles charges that it delivered fewer calling minutes than advertised, charged consumers hidden fees, and charged for calls that never connected. Prepaid Calling Card Distributor Agrees to Pay $1.3 Million

Online Bogus Computer Scans: Have you been a victim?

Two defendants tricked more than a million consumers into buying "rogue" computer security products, including WinFixer, WinAntivirus, DriveCleaner, ErrorSafe, and XP Antivirus, according to the FTC's complaint. Bogus Computer Scans: Have you been a victim?

Churches at Risk in Bogus Opportunity Scam

Con artists are hawking what they claim is a golden opportunity for churches: Free equipment or services. Often targeting African American churches, these scammers may profess a shared faith, culture, or concern for the community to gain the trust of the church staff. Churches at Risk in Bogus Opportunity Scam

IRS: Prepare for Hurricanes by Safeguarding Tax Records

With the 2009 hurricane season now underway, the Internal Revenue Service encourages individuals and businesses to safeguard themselves by taking a few simple steps. IRS: Prepare for Hurricanes by Safeguarding Tax Records

Women’s Robes Recalled due to Fire Hazard

CPSC and Blair announced the recall for the robes after Blair learned of three robes catching on fire, including one report of second-degree burns. Women's Robes Recalled due to Fire Hazard 

Foreclosure Prevention: FTC Charges Foreclosure Prevention and Loan Modification Marketers with Contempt

The Federal Trade Commission has filed a civil contempt action charging a deceptive mortgage foreclosure rescue and loan modification operation with violating a 2001 court order Foreclosure Prevention: FTC Charges Foreclosure Prevention and Loan Modification Marketers with Contempt

Substance Use among Pregnant Women Low, but Higher Levels in New Mothers

Many Women Use of Alcohol, Cigarettes and Illicit Drugs Resumes after Childbirth - Substance Use among Pregnant Women Low, but Higher Levels in New Mothers

Free RV and Camper Coupon and Discount Book

The coupon book includes discounts on items from grocers, restaurants, automotive repair facilities, gift shops, gas and convenience stores, hair and beauty salons, pharmacies, fitness and health centers, hardware stores, lodging, entertainment and much more. Free RV and Camper Coupon and Discount Book

IRS Offers Tax Credit Guidance to Businesses Hiring Unemployed Veterans and Certain Youth

Businesses planning to claim the newly-expanded work opportunity tax credit (WOTC) for eligible unemployed veterans and unskilled younger workers hired during the first part of 2009 have until Aug. 17 to request the certification required for these workers, according to the Internal Revenue Service. IRS Offers Tax Credit Guidance to Businesses Hiring Unemployed Veterans and Certain Youth

FTC Sues Mortgage Foreclosure 'Rescue' Operation That Targeted Spanish-Speaking Consumers

The Federal Trade Commission has charged a mortgage foreclosure "rescue" operation with falsely promising Spanish-speaking consumers who are behind on their mortgage payments that it would stop foreclosure. FTC Sues Mortgage Foreclosure 'Rescue' Operation That Targeted Spanish-Speaking Consumers

IRS Law Offers Special Tax Breaks for Small Business; Act Now and Save, IRS Says

Small Business Week is May 17 to 23, and the Internal Revenue Service urges small businesses to act now and take advantage of tax-saving opportunities included in the recovery law. IRS Law Offers Special Tax Breaks for Small Business; Act Now and Save, IRS Says

10 Simple Steps to Reducing Climate Change

Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide (CO2) into the air, which is the largest contributor to climate change. But these emissions can be reduced by improving your car's fuel efficiency. 10 Simple Steps to Reducing Climate Change

10 Simple Steps to Reducing Climate Change

Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide (CO2) into the air, which is the largest contributor to climate change. But these emissions can be reduced by improving your car's fuel efficiency. 10 Simple Steps to Reducing Climate Change

IRS Announces Withholding Adjustment Option for Pension Plans and Provides Taxpayer Education

As part of a wider outreach effort to educate taxpayers about the benefits they will receive under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the Internal Revenue Service today released new withholding adjustment procedures for pension plans. IRS Announces Withholding Adjustment Option for Pension Plans and Provides Taxpayer Education