Economy

Nearly 60 percent of Americans have smartphones, up from just 8 percent five years ago.

Economy

New Smartphone Upgrade Plans Can Be Costly In The Long Run

6:12pm July 19, 2013

by Dan Bobkoff

Three of the four major wireless companies are out with new plans for those who want the latest smartphone sooner. The plans, with names like Verizon Edge and AT&T Next, essentially let you rent a phone for six months or a year and then trade it in for a new one — but there's a catch.

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Economy

Looking for a New Job? Free Training Offered for Aircraft Manufacturing & Machinists

5:05pm July 19, 2013

by Keri Brown

Guilford Technical Community College has a big opportunity for job seekers. Thanks to a grant, there's free training in aircraft manufacturing and machining programs.

Economy

Shortage of Residency Slots Delay Medical School Graduates

4:54pm July 19, 2013

Fewer medical residency slots are creating a national health problem.

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A Harrisburg Wild West artifact sits inside of a warehouse building owned by the city, seen here in 2011.

Pa. City Tries Wild West Auction To Rope In Cash

6:43am July 19, 2013

by Craig Layne

Harrisburg is auctioning off thousands of items that were supposed to be included in a failed museum — including artifacts said to have ties to Wyatt Earp, Jesse James and Buffalo Bill. City leaders hope the auction will put a dent in Harrisburg's $370 million in debt.

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More than 50 people have reported being victims to the "blessing scams" in San Francisco over the last year. Their losses topped $1.5 million.

Economy

Chinatown 'Blessing Scams' Target Elderly Women

4:52pm July 18, 2013

The scam plays off cultural superstitions among older Chinese residents. In San Francisco alone, more than 50 victims have come forward since 2012, with losses that total more than $1.5 million.

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Economy

Noel Hunter: A Triad Man with an "App"titude for Educational Apps

3:59pm July 18, 2013

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Economy

Business Center Opens For, Well, Business.

12:28pm July 18, 2013

Guilford Technical Community College's Small Business Center has opened a second location. Now there's one in Greensboro, and one in High Point.

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Congress Takes Renewed Aim At Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac

7:45am July 18, 2013

by Chris Arnold

Risky bets by the mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac helped to trigger the financial crisis. After being bailed out by taxpayers and put under government conservatorship, there's new momentum in Washington to dismantle the mortgage giants.

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Bernanke Gives Economic Road Map With Uncertain Timeline

7:11pm July 17, 2013

by John Ydstie

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke testified before the House Committee on Financial Services Wednesday, saying that when and how the Fed winds down its stimulus program will depend on economic conditions.

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Richard Cordray, director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

'We're Here To Stay' Says Newly Confirmed Consumer Watchdog

7:11pm July 17, 2013

by Mark Memmott

After two years of political bickering, Richard Cordray has been confirmed as head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. He thinks that, in the end, his agency has won bipartisan support for the work it will do.

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