Don't be Left Out! Two Weeks to ShakeOut--Thousands Join Each Day, You Can Too

At 10 a.m. on November 13, millions of southern Californians will drop to the ground, take cover under a table or desk, and hold on. An earthquake prediction? No. But it is certain that the Great Southern California ShakeOut is on track to being the largest earthquake drill in United States history. Don't be Left Out! Two Weeks to ShakeOut--Thousands Join Each Day, You Can Too

Federal Reserve Board and Treasury Department announce restructuring of financial support to AIG

The Federal Reserve Board and the U.S. Treasury on Monday announced the restructuring of the government's financial support to the American International Group (AIG) in order to keep the company strong and facilitate its ability to complete its restructuring process successfully. Federal Reserve Board and Treasury Department announce restructuring of financial support to AIG

U.S. Customs Job Fair held in El Centro California: Nov 7

U.S. Customs and Border Protection will host a CBP officer recruiting event on November 7, at the One Stop Employment Center located at 2695 South 4th Street, Building D, in El Centro, Calif. The event will run from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. U.S. Customs Job Fair held in El Centro California: Nov 7

Mortgage Broker Indicted In Million Dollar Mortgage

A broker operating Motown Mortgage Group, has been indicted and charged with conspiracy, wire fraud and money laundering arising from an alleged scheme to defraud residential mortgage lenders, United States Attorney Don DeGabrielle and FBI Houston Special Agent in Charge Andrew R. Bland III announced today. Mortgage Broker Indicted In Million Dollar Mortgage

Lead Paint Violations: Two Real Estate Corporations Charged With Failing to Warn about Lead

The corporate owners of numerous Coldwell Banker real estate brokerage offices in southern Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island face civil penalties for over 100 violations of lead paint disclosure rules. Lead Paint Violations: Two Real Estate Corporations Charged With Failing to Warn about Lead

U.S.DOT Unveils Automatic Vehicle Safety Recall Notification Service

Vehicle owners across the nation can be instantly informed of a safety recall under a new automated alert system announced today by U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters.  U.S.DOT Unveils Automatic Vehicle Safety Recall Notification Service

Conforming Loan Limit for U.S. To Remain $417,000 In 2009; DIFFERENT LIMITS IN SOME AREAS

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) today announced the conforming loan limit will remain $417,000 for 2009 for most areas in the U.S. but specified higher limits in certain cities and counties. The conforming loan limit is the maximum size of loans that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can purchase in 2009. Conforming Loan Limit for U.S. To Remain $417,000 In 2009; DIFFERENT LIMITS IN SOME AREAS

Visa Waiver Program Expansion - VWP travel begins November 17

President Bush announced the imminent expansion of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) to include the Czech Republic, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Hungary, the Republic of Korea and the Slovak Republic. However, the United States must still complete certain internal steps required by statute before we can complete VWP expansion. Visa Waiver Program Expansion - VWP travel begins November 17

Grant Notice: DHS Announces Over $3 Billion In Preparedness Grant Programs

The Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency today released Fiscal Year (FY) 2009 Application Guidance for 14 federal grant programs, totaling more than $3 billion available in federal funding to assist state and local governments in strengthening community preparedness.  Grant Notice: DHS Announces Over $3 Billion In Preparedness Grant Programs

DisasterAssistance.gov to Launch on December 31 2008

The DAIP process will start with disaster victims visiting DisasterAssistance.gov and answering a series of questions to determine the appropriate disaster assistance benefit programs for their situation. No personal identifying information will be requested during this screening. After the initial screening, individuals will be presented with a list of benefit programs for which they may be eligible. Then they will be offered the option to apply immediately for those programs. Applicants will also have the opportunity to check the status of their applications over time. DisasterAssistance.gov to Launch on December 31 2008

Chrysler Launches New Hybrids, then Cancels Production

In a sign of these strange economic times, Chrysler LLC is simultaneously preparing to launch its first hybrid vehicles and to shut down their production. Chrysler Launches New Hybrids, then Cancels Production

Learn About the U.S. Economic Crisis

The United States is in the midst of a serious financial crisis. A plan to address the crisis was proposed through the...  Learn About the Economic Crisis 

International Shipping is Easy Online

WASHINGTON, DC --IIs  a long way to Tipperary, or Tokyo or Tasmania. When mailing holiday gifts, faraway family and friends can be as close as a personal computer -making it easy to mail to places far from home from your home.  U.S. Postal:International Shipping is Easy Online

Free Crisis Counseling For Texans Affected By Hurricane Ike

Often, after a major disaster, people who suffered losses and damage to their homes or businesses just need someone to talk to, especially if they are feeling confused, anxious or angry. Free Crisis Counseling For Texans Affected By Hurricane Ike

OSHA Update: Three New Safety and Health Information Bulletins Available on OSHA's Web Site

OSHA Update: Three New Safety and Health Information Bulletins Available on OSHA's Web Site
OSHA's latest Safety and Health Information Bulletins (SHIBs) highlight specific workplace hazards and ways to minimize the potential for serious or fatal injuries. OSHA Update: Three New Safety and Health Information Bulletins Available on OSHA's Web Site

FTC Launches New Web Site for Kids

The Federal Trade Commission today launched a new Web site to introduce kids to key consumer and business concepts. Set in a shopping mall takes kids on an experiential journey that presents the FTC’s mission and its important role in American commerce. Kids under 12 are reported to spend billions of dollars on goods and services every year. FTC Launches New Web Site for Kids

Foreclosure Prevention: HUD Modernizes Online Guide For Avoiding Foreclosure

WASHINGTON - Do you need help finding a housing counselor or contacting your lender? Or do you want more information about mortgage refinance options offered by HUD's Federal Housing Administration (FHA)? Americans are able to do all this and more thanks to an updated website developed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Foreclosure Prevention: HUD Modernizes Online Guide For Avoiding Foreclosure

Prevention of Relapse to Cocaine Use: Recruiting Partcipants

This study will evaluate whether, compared to placebo, aripiprazole increases the time to relapse to cocaine use in abstinent polydrug users in methadone maintenance therapy. Prevention of Relapse to Cocaine Use: Recruiting Participants

NTSB Adds Restricted Cell Phone Use, EMS Safety To 2009 Most Wanted List Of Safety Improvements; Positive Train Control Removed After 18 Years On The List

The National Transportation Safety Board today issued its 2009 Federal Most Wanted List of safety improvements.  Newly added to the list of 15 areas of concern were: Improve Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Flight Operations, Restrict the Use of Cell Phones by motorcoach drivers, and require Electronic On-Board Recorders by all motor carriers.  NTSB Adds Restricted Cell Phone Use, EMS Safety To 2009 Most Wanted List Of Safety Improvements; Positive Train Control Removed After 18 Years On The List

Mutual Fund Regulatory Filings to Be Available to Investors Online

The Securities and Exchange Commission has adopted rule revisions to require that mutual funds and other companies seeking exemptions under the Investment Company Act submit their applications electronically. Mutual Fund Regulatory Filings to Be Available to Investors Online

Hurricane Gustav Victims Can Get Help With Many Disaster Expenses

Mississippians, who suffered damages or losses from Hurricane Gustav and who are not eligible for a disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), may be referred to FEMA's Other Needs Assistance (ONA) program to help with disaster-related expenses. Hurricane Gustav Victims Can Get Help With Many Disaster Expenses

Earthquakes? Don't be Scared; Be Prepared

What if you knew that a magnitude 7.8 earthquake would happen in less than three weeks? In a new video interview, USGS earthquake scientist Dr. Lucy Jones explains that millions of Southern Californians will be preparing as if they do know, thanks to the Great Southern California ShakeOut. Earthquakes? Don't be Scared; Be Prepared

Halloween Shoppers Beware! Even Cosmetic Contact Lenses Require Prescriptions

The Halloween season spells big business for the cosmetic contact lens industry, as consumers shop for just the right lenses to play the part of a mummy or vampire, or to change the color of their eyes for the evening. Halloween Shoppers Beware! Even Cosmetic Contact Lenses Require Prescriptions

Buying a Foreclosed Home? Uncle Sam Shows You How

Are you fascinated by the home makeover television programs that show the excitement of buying and renovating a foreclosed home? Have you seen foreclosed homes in your city that look like a good buy? Before you go out to the next courthouse auction to buy your next home or dream of flipping that house for major profits, be sure to do your homework. Buying a Foreclosed Home? Uncle Sam Shows You How

Hate Crimes 2007: FBI Releases Report

Hate crimes like these are a sad reality for our country, and each year, the FBI crunches a lot of numbers to get our arms around these crimes as relayed to us by thousands of our law enforcement partners nationwide. Hate Crimes 2007: FBI releases Report

Same-Sex Teen Harassment: EEOC Settles Suit

EEOC Settles Suit for Young Men Who Were Sexually Abused at Hotel Chain. Same-Sex Teen Harassment: EEOC Settles Suit

Car Shoppers Can Save Money and Time with 2009 Fuel Economy Guide

To help consumers make well-informed choices when purchasing new vehicles, EPA and the Department of Energy (DOE) have unveiled the 2009 Fuel Economy Guide. Car Shoppers Can Save Money and Time with 2009 Fuel Economy Guide

Update: Microsoft Windows Server Service Vulnerability

Microsoft has released updates that address a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista. Microsoft Windows Server Service Vulnerability

IRS Seeks to Return $266 Million in Undeliverable Refunds And Economic Stimulus Payments to Taxpayers

The Internal Revenue Service is looking for taxpayers who are missing more than 279,000 economic stimulus checks totaling about $163 million and more than 104,000 regular refund checks totaling about $103 million that were returned by the U.S. Postal Service due to mailing address errors. IRS Seeks to Return $266 Million in Undeliverable Refunds And Economic Stimulus Payments to Taxpayers

FBI Seeking Information about Threatening Hoax Letters

Today the FBI issued photographs of a threatening hoax letter and its envelope, one of more than 50 such letters received this week by financial institutions in at least 11 states. Many of the letters have contained an unknown powder substance. The letters have all been postmarked from Amarillo, Texas. FBI Seeking Information about Threatening Hoax Letters

47,700 Gas Grill Recalled

The gas grills can be assembled improperly exposing the gas burner hoses to excessive heat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. 47,700 Gas Grill Recalled

2008 World Series Fun, Facts & Features

The Tampa Bay Rays will play the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2008 World Series beginning Wednesday, Oct. 22, in St. Petersburg, Fla. This will be the 104th edition of major league baseball’s best-of-seven championship series, marking the first World Series appearance for the American League champion Rays since entering the league in 1998. 2008 World Series Fun, Facts & Features

Phony Sweepstakes: Exploiting the FTC Name, Scammers Promise Phony Sweepstakes Prizes

In their latest effort to defraud the public, con artists claiming to work for the Federal Trade Commission are calling consumers and claiming that they have won a lottery or sweepstakes. Phony Sweepstakes: Exploiting the FTC Name, Scammers Promise Phony Sweepstakes Prizes

FBI Alert: Beware of a spam e-mail claming to come from the FBI Deputy Director.

 A spam e-mail claiming to be from FBI Deputy Director John S. Pistole is currently being circulated. This attempt to defraud is the typical e-mail scam using the name and reputation of an FBI official to create an air of authenticity. Beware of a spam e-mail claming to come from the FBI Deputy Director.

IRS Announces Pension Plan Limitations for 2009

The Internal Revenue Service today announced cost of lving adjustments applicable to dollar limitations for pension plans and other items for tax year 2009. IRS Announces Pension Plan Limitations for 2009

IRS: 2009 Inflation Adjustments Widen Tax Brackets and Expand Tax Benefits

For 2009, personal exemptions and standard deductions will rise and tax brackets will widen because of inflation adjustments announced today by the Internal Revenue Service. IRS: 2009 Inflation Adjustments Widen Tax Brackets and Expand Tax Benefits

Business Opportunities in Egypt

With a real GDP growth of 7.1% in 2006-07, 7.5% the first nine months of 2008, and a population of 80.3 million -- Egypt offers great potential for U.S. companies. And that is precisely why, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Commerce's Commercial Service and the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt, Ex-Im Bank has organized the "Egypt-U.S. Finance Conference" on Wednesday, November 12, at the Semiramis Intercontinental Hotel in Cairo. Business Opportunities in Egypt

Now Open: U.S. 2010 Diversity Visa Lottery Program Registration

Applications for the 2010 Diversity Visa Lottery Program will be accepted from October 2 to December 1, 2008. Entries for the DV-2010 Diversity Visa lottery must be submitted electronically between noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), Thursday, October 2, 2008, and noon, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (GMT-5), Monday, December 1, 2008. 2010 Diversity Visa Lottery Program Registration

IRS: Vehicles Certified as Qualified Advanced Lean-Burn Technology Vehicles

The Internal Revenue Service has acknowledged the certifications by manufacturers that certain advanced lean-burn technology vehicles qualify for the alternative motor vehicle tax credit. IRS: Vehicles Certified as Qualified Advanced Lean-Burn Technology Vehicles

Air Traffic Controller Traning: More Schools Make Air Traffic Controller Training Available

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected eight additional colleges or universities to participate in the Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (CTI) program. Approved colleges and universities in the program prepare and train students interested in a career as an air traffic controller. More Schools Make Air Traffic Controller Training Available

Identity Theft: East Texas woman arrested on identity fraud charges

A 41-year-old Mount Pleasant, Texas, woman was arrested Thursday on charges of identification document fraud. Allegedly, the woman conspired to provide identification documents to applicants for employment who did not have proper identification documents. Identity Theft: East Texas woman arrested on identity fraud charges

Child Pleasing Lunchbox Recipes

How long is school usually in session before you start running short of good ideas to pack for lunch? For most of us, it doesn't take long. Faced with the laundry list of limitations a school lunchbox presents it's no wonder, either! Child Pleasing Lunchbox Recipes

IRS: October 15 Deadline Approaches for Retirees and Disabled Veterans

Only days remain until the Oct. 15 deadline for retirees and disabled veterans to file an income tax return that will allow them to receive an economic stimulus payment this year. IRS: October 15 Deadline Approaches for Retirees and Disabled Veterans

Consumers Urged to Apply for Converter Box Coupons By Year-End

WASHINGTON–The Commerce Department's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), announced today that "over-the-air" television viewers who want to participate in the TV Converter Box Coupon Program should apply for coupons before the end of the year to minimize the chances of losing TV reception when full-power broadcasters switch to digital.  Full-power TV broadcasters switch from analog to 100 percent digital broadcasts on February 17, 2009. Consumers Urged to Apply for Converter Box Coupons By Year-End

 

 

Foreclosure Prevention: HUD Announces $50 Million In Housing Counseling Grants To Nearly 400 National, State And Local Agencies

HUD funding critical to foreclosure prevention -Hundreds of thousands of American families will have a greater opportunity to find housing or keep the homes they have because of $50 million in housing counseling and counseling training grants announced today by U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston. Foreclosure Prevention: HUD Announces $50 Million In Housing Counseling Grants To Nearly 400 National, State And Local Agencies

U.S.and Georgia Business Summit to be held in Tbilisi, Georgia on October 26-28

U .S. Commerce Deputy Secretary John Sullivan will host the U.S.-Georgia Business Summit in Tbilisi, Georgia, Oct. 27, 2008, on the occasion of a Commerce Department-certified trade mission to Georgia the week of Oct. 26-28, 2008..S. and Georgian business leaders and senior officials will attend the summit on Monday, Oct. 27, which will highlight U.S. resources for expanding trade and investment with Georgia and opportunities in the country's growth sectors. Summit participants will include Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili; Georgian Prime Minister Vladimer Gurgenidze; President and CEO of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation Robert Mosbacher, Jr.; and Director of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency Larry Walther. U.S. and Georgia Business Summit to be held in Tbilisi, Georgia on October 26-28

U.S. Customs is Hiring: Recruitment Fair October 4

U.S. Customs and Border Protection recruiters will look to California with four simultaneous Border Patrol agent recruiting events. On Saturday, October 4, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. U.S. Customs is Hiring: Recruitment Fair October 4

IRS Sends Compliance Questionnaires to 400 Colleges and Universities

Approximately four hundred U.S. colleges and universities will begin receiving compliance questionnaires from the Internal Revenue Service in the next few days as part of the agency’s focused effort to study key areas in the tax-exempt community. IRS Sends Compliance Questionnaires to 400 Colleges and Universities

OSHA unveils new powered industrial trucks eTool

Employers who use forklifts in their workplaces have a new resource to help keep their employees safe on the job. OSHA unveils new powered industrial trucks eTool

SBA Loans Help Homeowners And Renters, Not Just Businesses

Don't let the word "business" in the name U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) fool you. If you are a homeowner or renter, the SBA is your primary source of federal funds for long-term recovery. SBA Loans Help Homeowners And Renters, Not Just Businesses

Insurance Tips for College-Aged Adults and Their Parents During Back to School Season

As college students head back to school this fall, Commissioner Poizner urges them to do their homework in researching their insurance options. Insurance Tips for College-Aged Adults and Their Parents During Back to School Season

Laura Bush, Jenna Bush To Meet Book-Lovers At National Book Festival

First Lady Laura Bush and her daughter, Jenna Bush, co-authors of the book "Read All About It!" will join the authors and special guests presenting at the 2008 National Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress and Mrs. Bush. The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, rain or shine, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., between 3rd and 7th streets. Laura Bush, Jenna Bush To Meet Book-Lovers At National Book Festival

Over 100,000 Scooters Recalled

The undersides of the foot platforms can have sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children. Over 100,000 Scooters Recalled

Washington Mutual Acquired by JPMorgan Chase

Washington Mutual Bailout? Washington Mutual Acquired by JPMorgan Chase
Washington Mutual Bank, the $307 billion thrift institution headquartered in Seattle, was acquired today by JPMorgan Chase, the Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS) announced.

IRS: October 15 Deadline Nears; Don’t Let Stimulus Payment Pass You by

The Oct. 15 deadline to file a 2007 income tax return and to receive an economic stimulus payment this year is fast approaching. IRS: October 15 Deadline Nears; Don’t Let Stimulus Payment Pass You by

Do You Have Financial Dependents? Then Life Insurance Is a Necessity

The cost of buying most types of life insurance has either remained stable or dropped over the past decade, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Yet almost six out of every 10 Americans surveyed recently say they have not purchased coverage as they believe it is too expensive. Do You Have Financial Dependents? Then Life Insurance Is a Necessity

Money Market Funds: Treasury Announces Guaranty Program for Money Market Funds

The U.S. Treasury Department today announced the establishment of a temporary guaranty program for the U.S. money market mutual fund industry. For the next year, the U.S. Treasury will insure the holdings of any publicly offered eligible money market mutual fund â€" both retail and institutional â€" that pays a fee to participate in the program. Money Market Funds: Treasury Announces Guaranty Program for Money Market Funds

Federal Reserve Board announces two enhancements to its programs to provide liquidity to markets

The Federal Reserve Board on Friday announced two enhancements to its programs to provide liquidity to markets. Federal Reserve Board announces two enhancements to its programs to provide liquidity to markets

GM Recalls 857,735 Vehicles from Model Years 2006-2008 for Circuitry Defects in the Heated Windshield Wiper System

The recalled models include the Buick Lucerne; Cadillac DTS; Hummer H2; Model Year 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Silverado Suburban, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe; GMC Acadia, Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL, Saturn Outlook; and Model Year 2008 Buick Enclave. GM Recalls 857,735 Vehicles from Model Years 2006-2008 for Circuitry Defects in the Heated Windshield Wiper System

Five Million Unrepaired Fords, Lincolns and Mercurys Could Pose Serious Fire Hazard to Vehicles and Dwellings

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging owners of certain Ford, Lincoln and Mercury SUVs, pickup trucks, vans, and passenger cars to take their vehicles to a local dealership for a corrective repair. Five Million Unrepaired Fords, Lincolns and Mercurys Could Pose Serious Fire Hazard to Vehicles and Dwellings

Tax Credit to Aid First-Time Homebuyers; Must Be Repaid Over 15 Years

First-time homebuyers should begin planning now to take advantage of a new tax credit included in the recently enacted Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. Tax Credit to Aid First-Time Homebuyers; Must Be Repaid Over 15 Years

Texas Hurricane Ike Victims Qualify for IRS Disaster Relief

Texas taxpayers who were adversely affected by Hurricane Ikequalify for tax relief from the Internal Revenue Service, including the postponement of tax filing and payment deadlines until Jan. 5, 2009. Texas Hurricane Ike Victims Qualify for IRS Disaster Relief

Student Law Extern Positions Available

The Fair Employment and Housing Commission (FEHC) is seeking applicants for a Fair Employment and Housing law student extern position (full or part-time. Student Law Extern Positions Available

Lawsuit Against Countrywide FAQ

The filing of the Attorney General's lawsuit does not affect your legal obligations or your rights. That means the filing of the lawsuit does not by itself excuse you from making loan payments under the terms of the loan agreement. Lawsuit Against Countrywide FAQ

Foreclosure Avoidance Information

If you are having trouble making any upcoming mortgage payments on your home or wish to discuss options to avoid foreclosure, please continue reading for some helpful advice. The most important thing to do if you think you may be having trouble making your payments is to contact your lender, by telephone or at its web site.  Although it may be difficult to make that call, your lender has representatives available to discuss your situation in detail and explore your options. Foreclosure Avoidance Information

Video: Mortgage Fraud: How to Avoid it

Mortgage fraud is becoming increasingly common. Scam artists often target homeowners struggling to meet their mortgage commitments or anxious to sell their homes. Video: Mortgage Fraud: How to Avoid it

IRS Settlement Announcement

The Internal Revenue Service today announced that it has reached a settlement with Arnold & Porter LLP, which has paid a civil tax shelter promoter penalty. IRS Settlement Announcement

September 11th: Fact Sheet

Following the attacks of September 11, 2001, President Bush recognized the threat posed by terrorists and took action to protect Americans and defeat violent extremism. Because of the actions taken by President Bush, America is safer, more secure, and winning the War on Terror. September 11th: Fact Sheet

IRS: People Can Avoid Common Errors that Delay Stimulus Payments

People who are awaiting an economic stimulus payment or who have yet to file can avoid common errors that may delay their payment. They also can use the IRS Web site to answer most common questions. IRS: People Can Avoid Common Errors that Delay Stimulus Payments

Dialing for (Your) Dollars: Beware of Phone and Fax Fraud

FDIC Consumer News has warned before about crooks who call or e-mail consumers and pretend to be legitimate companies or government agencies wanting people to "verify" or "resubmit" (divulge) confidential information such as bank account or credit card numbers as well as Social Security numbers, passwords and personal identification numbers. Dialing for (Your) Dollars: Beware of Phone and Fax Fraud

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FCC To Host Digital Television Transition Event In Wilmington, North Carolina On Monday, September 8, 2008

The Federal Communications Commission will host a press conference on the digital television transition and early switch by local broadcasters on Monday, September 8, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Thalian Hall, located at 310 Chestnut Street in Wilmington, N.C. FCC To Host Digital Television Transition Event In Wilmington, North Carolina On Monday, September 8, 2008

Airborne Refunds: Eligible Consumers Have 11 Days to Apply for Airborne Refunds

September 15 is the last day for eligible consumers who purchased Airborne products over a six-year period to apply for refunds. Details on eligibility can be found at. Airborne Refunds: Eligible Consumers Have 11 Days to Apply for Airborne Refunds

Rent a PO Box Without Leaving Your Home

Find, and now rent, a Post Office Box along with the morning cup of coffee or after putting the kids to bed at night. Rent a PO Box Without Leaving Your Home

Consumers Can Free Up Income by Reducing Insurance Costs

A good place to start is by reviewing homeowners and auto insurance policies, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Consumers Can Free Up Income by Reducing Insurance Costs

IRS: Hurricane Gustav Victims Qualify for IRS Disaster Relief

The Internal Revenue Service is providing tax relief to victims of Hurricane Gustav in affected areas of Louisiana. IRS: Hurricane Gustav Victims Qualify for IRS Disaster Relief

Baby Hammocks Recalled Due toFall and Strangulation Hazards

The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who get entrapped in the seat’s restraint straps while upside down. Baby Hammocks Recalled Due toFall and Strangulation Hazards

Gustav Strikes: Federal Resources Ready to Respond

As Hurricane Gustav strikes the Louisiana and Mississippi coasts, with the impact felt from Texas to Florida, the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working with numerous federal agencies and voluntary organizations to support state and local authorities as they all focus on life-saving and safety related activities. Gustav Strikes: Federal Resources Ready to Respond

Cal/OSHA Targets Areas for Compliance with Heat Illness Prevention Rules as Temperatures Soar

With triple-digit heat consuming much of California this week, Cal/OSHA investigators are targeting Fresno, Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Napa, Sonoma, Yolo, Santa Clara counties for heat illness prevention inspections of outdoor workplaces. Cal/OSHA Targets Areas for Compliance with Heat Illness Prevention Rules as Temperatures Soar

FBI Alert: Hit Man E-Mail Scam Persists

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and its partner, the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), continue to receive thousands of reports concerning the hit man e-mail scheme. The e-mail content has evolved since late 2006; however, the messages remain similar in nature, claiming the sender has been hired to kill the recipient.  FBI Alert: Hit Man E-Mail Scam Persists

Tax Scams - The Last Thing You Need

Life is complex enough without con artists trying to separate you from your hard earned dollars.  It can be very costly if you become a victim of a scam that trades on the image or the mission of the IRS.  Everyone should be vigilant in protecting personal, financial and tax information. Tax Scams - The Last Thing You Need

IRS Tax Tip: Selling Your Home

During summer months, many people sell their home and move to a new location.  Many of those individuals will make a profit on the sale and still will not have to pay a single dime of additional income tax to the IRS. IRS Tax Tip: Selling Your Home

Economic Stimulus Payment: It's Not Too Late to Claim Your Economic Stimulus Payment

It is not too late to file a return to claim your economic stimulus payment. Economic Stimulus Payment: It's Not Too Late to Claim Your Economic Stimulus Payment

What Happens If a Bank Fails?

Here's important information about what the FDIC pays and when if an FDIC-insured bank or savings institution is closed by its federal or state government regulaton. What Happens If a Bank Fails?

Home Equity Loans: Tips for Trying to Fix a Clogged or "Frozen" Home Equity Line

For years, homeowners have turned to home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) as a way to borrow against their home's value to pay for college tuition, home improvements, medical bills and other major expenses. (A home's equity is the market value minus what is owed on the mortgage. If you owe $100,000 on your mortgage but your home is worth $250,000, your equity is $150,000.) Home Equity Loans: Tips for Trying to Fix a Clogged or "Frozen" Home Equity Line

CDC Launches CDC-TV On-Line Video Resource

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched CDC-TV, a new online video resource available. CDC Launches CDC-TV On-Line Video Resource 

Loan Modification Program for Distressed Indymac Mortgage Loans

IndyMac Federal Bank, FSB ("Indymac Federal")  will implement a new program to systematically modify troubled mortgages. Loan Modification Program for Distressed Indymac Mortgage Loans

Airborne Effervescent Health Formula Settles for 30 Million Dollars

Airborne Health, Inc., the Bonita Springs, Florida maker of the popular Airborne Effervescent Health Formula, an effervescent tablet marketed as a cold prevention and treatment remedy, has agreed to pay up to $30 million to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it did not have adequate evidence to support its advertising claims. Airborne Effervescent Health Formula Settles for 30 Million

Escape a Date, Escape from a Meeting via Free Callback Service

Escape a Date, Escape from a Meeting via Free Callback Service - Getmooh is an automated call back service. It is designed to help you escape a variety of situations by calling you automatically on your phone at a pre-specified time and playing you a recording which will either instruct you on what to say to elude your tormentor(s), or which will simply give a convincing sense of you being on an important call.

Moving Expenses Related to a New Job May Be Tax Deductible

Did you recently move to another city for a new job or because your old job is now at a new location? A tax break may be coming your way. Moving Expenses Related to a New Job May Be Tax Deductible

Nissan Maxima is GOOD for frontal crash protection

Nissan Maxima is GOOD for frontal crash protection Latest Institute ratings for the Nissan Maxima . Verification ratings are based on 40 mph frontal offset crash tests conducted by manufacturers for vehicles meeting requirements established by the Institute.

Most Popular Stamp Series of All Time Makes Final Curtain Call

Although Elvis remains king as the single most popular stamp subject of all time with an estimated 124.1 million collected, Mickey Mouse and his friends rule as the most popular stamp series with 211.5 million collected. Originally scheduled to be introduced as three sets during a three-year period, the fifth and final debut for the Art of Disney series takes place Aug. 7, at 10 a.m. PDT in front of the Sleeping Beauty castle in Disneyland when the Postal Service dedicates the Art of Disney: Imagination stamps. The 42-cent first-class commemorative stamps go on sale nationwide that day. Most Popular Stamp Series of All Time Makes Final Curtain Call

Microsoft Product Alert: Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities

Vulnerabilities in a variety of Microsoft products could allow an attacker to gain control of your computer. Microsoft Product Alert: Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities

California Warns Consumers Not To Feed Their Pets PedigreeÂ(R) Complete Nutrition Small Crunchy Bites

California Warns Consumers Not To Feed Their Pets Pedigree® Complete Nutrition Small Crunchy Bites
Dr. Mark Horton, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), today warned consumers not to feed their pets certain bags of PEDIGREE® Complete Nutrition Small Crunchy Bites because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause serious illness in humans as well as in dogs and cats.  People who do not adequately wash their hands after handling the contaminated pet food may expose themselves to Salmonella. California Warns Consumers Not To Feed Their Pets Pedigree® Complete Nutrition Small Crunchy Bites

CSUB adds accelerated nursing program, seeks applicants

CSUB adds Accelerated nursing program, seeks applicants
Students interested in applying to California State University, Bakersfield's impacted accelerated nursing program are getting another chance. The campus will offer a second class of its accelerated bachelor's of science in nursing in late June 2009

IRS: Help Offset Education Costs with Tax Credits and Deductions

It is Back-to-School time and maybe time for a tax break, too. Education credits can help lower your tax bill for 2008. IRS: Help Offset Education Costs with Tax Credits and Deductions

Audi Q7 earns Top Safety Pick award

The 2008 Audi Q7, a large luxury SUV, earns the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award. Winners afford superior overall crash protection among the vehicles in their class. The Q7's award applies to models built after December 2007. Audi Q7 earns Top Safety Pick award

Find Treatment Help for an Alcohol or Drug Problem!

If you or someone you know has a problem with alcohol or drugs, there are treatment services available throughout California to help you get on the road to recovery. These range from emergency counseling and initial assessment to detoxification services to residential or long-term outpatient treatment. The following resources can help you find the right service. Find Treatment Help for an Alcohol or Drug Problem!

Taxpayers with 25 or More Heavy Vehicles Now Must File Excise Tax Forms Electronically

Individuals and organizations with 25 or more trucks, tractors or other heavy vehicles used on highways now are required to make their excise tax filings with the Internal Revenue Service electronically, rather than by paper. Taxpayers with 25 or More Heavy Vehicles Now Must File Excise Tax Forms Electronically