Obama awards $2B for solar power, hails new jobs Published: Sat, Jul 3, 2010 WASHINGTON (AP) — The government is handing out nearly $2 billion for new solar plants that President Barack Obama says will create thousands of jobs and increase the use of renewable energy sources. Obama announced the initiative in his weekly radio and online address Saturday, saying the money is part of his... Read More

New Year’s Resolutions For The Workplace Updated: Wed, Jan 6, 2010 While the economy is beginning to show signs of improvement, it could be several years before the job market fully recovers. However, this should not discourage people from aggressively seeking employment opportunities. For those making it a New Year’s resolution to find a job, the constant barrage of... Read More

New U.S. jobless claims jump unexpectedly to 669K Published: Thu, Apr 2, 2009 WASHINGTON — The number of people filing new jobless claims jumped unexpectedly last week, while those continuing to receive benefits hit a 10th straight record-high. Both figures show the labor market remains weak and is unlikely to recover anytime soon. The Labor Department said Thursday that initial claims... Read More

New Mortgage Foreclosures Set Record Updated: Thu, Sep 6, 2007 WASHINGTON (AP) -- The number of homeowners receiving foreclosure notices hit a record high in the spring, driven up by problems with subprime mortgages. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported Thursday that mortgage-holders starting the foreclosure process in the April-June quarter reached 0.65... Read More

Boeing to build hangars near Tinker Updated: Wed, Jan 11, 2006 MIDWEST CITY -- State and local officials announced today they've reached an agreement with Boeing to build three airplane hangars at a new maintenance and technology center across from Tinker Air Force Base. Work at the center will include upgrades to the U.S. Air Force's AWACS planes. The venture is a... Read More