Jon Stewart Will Leave 'The Daily Show' This Year
Stewart let the news slip during a taping of his show today. Comedy Central said Stewart would remain at the helm of the influential satire show until "later this year."
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Failing Bridges Taking A Toll; Some States Move To Raise Gas Tax
With gas prices down, a growing number of states are turning to a gas tax increase. New Jersey looks at following suit to fund much-needed projects, but some drivers aren't eager to pay up.
California's Strawberry Feud Ends, But Who Will Breed New Berries?
Strawberry farmers have dropped a lawsuit against the University of California, Davis, and the university has hired a new strawberry breeder. But the future of academic berry breeding is uncertain.
Is The Food Babe A Fearmonger? Scientists Are Speaking Out
The food system is awash in chemicals and additives. One woman has made a career out of investigating them. But a cadre of critics says she's creating more confusion than clarity about food.
Unions Have Pushed The $15 Minimum Wage, But Few Members Will Benefit
Most union members won't benefit from a higher minimum wage because they already earn far more than that. With membership declining, some union leaders fear collective bargaining is dead.
Looking For Even Cheaper Gas? Go Generic At An Indie Station
The prices that gas stations charge for fuel can vary widely. Smaller, independent stations are able to sell the cheapest gas because they undercut competitors by buying unbranded gasoline.
UAW Criticizes Nissan For Use Of 'Perma-Temps'
The automaker's U.S. workforce now exceeds 22,000. But most new hires at Nissan plants are considered long-term temps. Unions are using the issue in their bid to unionize auto workers in the South.
The Great Solar Panel Debate: To Lease Or To Buy?
More homeowners are cutting energy costs by installing solar panels, due in part to leasing programs that require no up-front investment. Leasing means less hassle, but may also save you less money.
Insurers And Austin Mayor Promote Obamacare To Texas Latinos
It's no secret that most state and federal legislators in Texas aren't fans of Obamacare. But insurers and Texan cities are successfully marketing plans on HealthCare.gov without the state's help.
State Budgets To Be Hit By Slide In Oil Prices
In North Dakota, falling oil prices have barely caused a ripple. In Alaska, lawmakers are calling it a "fiscal apocalypse." Wyoming is neither panicking nor ignoring the decline in prices.