Mich loses federal extended benefits

Michigan will stop receiving federal extended unemployment benefits later this month, 24 Hour News 8 learned.

    Federal and state officials announce deal over foreclosure abuses, Feb. 9, 2012.(CNN) 

    States, banks reach foreclosure deal

    A landmark $25 billion settlement with the nation's top mortgage lenders was hailed by government officials Thursday as long-overdue relief for victims of foreclosure abuses. But consumer advocates countered that far too few people will benefit.

      President Barack Obama speaks about manufacturing and jobs during a visit to Intel Corporation's Ocotillo facility Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012, in Chandler, Ariz.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) 

      WH to promote more positive jobs plan

      The White House plans to announce a more optimistic jobs forecast this month, based in part on the shaky premise that Congress will pass President Barack Obama's economic agenda.

        Michael Mozian (center) with Global Direct Equities works the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012. (AP Photo/Craig Ruttle) 

        Stocks close higher after debt deal

        The stock market finally got a deal in Greece, but it didn't produce much of a rally.

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