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Tuesday, September 08, 2009
Monday, September 07, 2009

Around the Nation

Bay Bridge Closure Threatens Nightmare Commute

A replacement section slides into place connecting the new detour route.

September 7, 2009 KQEDOne of the busiest bridges in the nation will be out of commission at the start of Tuesday's morning commute. In California, workers are scrambling to repair a crack discovered over the weekend on the bay bridge that connects Oakland and San Francisco.

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Economy

KitchenAid Mixers Still Proudly American

Dwight Bevins assembling part of the pedestal on the KitchenAid Classic.

September 7, 2009 While the economy continues to shed jobs, one iconic American appliance is still being manufactured in Greenville, Ohio: the KitchenAid stand mixer. The factory employs about 700 people who run three shifts to create the tool of the trade of cooking. At $200 and up, it's an investment in both money and counter space.

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Thursday, September 03, 2009
Wednesday, September 02, 2009
Thursday, March 12, 2009

Economy

Really Want That Internship? Pay Up

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March 12, 2009 A company called University of Dreams has 2,000 internships lined up — for those willing to fork over thousands of dollars. Those accepted head off to work in their chosen field in Barcelona, Chicago or other cities.

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Monday, February 16, 2009

U.S.

In Mich., An Acclaimed Local Restaurant Closes

February 16, 2009 In Fennville, Mich., the Journeyman Cafe earned top reviews as a local restaurant serving sustainable, organic food. In November, state tax authorities closed the Journeyman. Its founders and chefs say there was not enough money left over to pay taxes.

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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Friday, January 09, 2009

Economy

Unemployment Numbers Hit Yet Another High

January 9, 2009 December marked the twelfth straight month of declining employment. We explore what the numbers mean for the ailing economy.

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Thursday, January 08, 2009

Politics

Obama Urges Acting Quickly On Economic Plan

January 8, 2009 The president-elect said his proposal — which includes tax cuts for individuals and some businesses — would create or save about 3 million jobs. It's expected to cost as much as $775 billion over two years, although the ultimate price tag is not known.

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Wednesday, January 07, 2009

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