Cars

Bumpers on 4 of 6 Midsize Sedans Improve; None Earns Good Rating in Low-Speed Tests - August 2009

2010 Ford Taurus Earns Top Safety Pick Award - August 2009

New Hampshire Bans Text Messaging by All Drivers - August 2009

Ten Tips to Trim Car Costs - August 2009

Oregon Bans Hand-held Phone Use and Text Messaging by All Drivers - July 2009

Be on the Alert for Bogus 'Cash for Clunkers' Offers - July 2009

‘Cash for Clunkers’ Requires Year of Continuous Auto Insurance Coverage on Trade-In - July 2009

Want Out of a Car Lease? Try Trading. - July 2009

Teens Taking It to the Streets - and the Roads - July 2009

Crash Tests of 2-door Cars: Volvo & Ford Coupes Earn Top Safety Pick; All 5 Cars Tested are Rated Good or Acceptable in Demanding Side Test - July 2009

July 4th Deals Make Some New Cars Cheaper Than Buying Used - July 2009

Special Tax Break on New Car Purchases Available in States With No Sales Tax - June 2009

BBB Advice on What Do To If Your Local Car Dealer Closes - June 2009

Effect of GM Bankruptcy Filing on BBB AUTO LINE Cases - June 2009

Don’t Let Summer Fuel Costs Strain Your Budget - May 2009

Computers

Social Networking Sites: A Parent's Guide - August 2009

Education

Updated Federal Guidelines for 2009 H1N1 Flu in Schools Offer Many Options - August 2009

Federal Reserve Approves Final Amendments to Regulation Z That Revise Disclosure Requirements for Private Education Loans - July 2009

U.S. Education Department Announces Relief for Federal Student Loan Borrowers - July 2009

Now in Session: The Library of Congress on iTunes U - June 2009

National Kick-Off of the Department of Education's Summer Reading Initiative: "Read to the Top!" - June 2009

U.S. Department of Education Announces Streamlined College Aid Application - June 2009

Professional Development Programs in Seven States Awarded Nearly $3.8 Million to Improve Indian Education - June 2009

Employment

For Job Seekers, New Career Paths to Take: These Positions are Secure, Available and Require Minimal Training - August 2009

Seven Tips for Students with a Summer Job - July 2009

Tax Benefits for Job Seekers - July 2009

BBB Warns Against Twitter Money-Making Schemes - July 2009

Check Withholding to Avoid a Tax Surprise - June 2009

U.S. Labor Department Publishes Process to Appeal Denials of COBRA Subsidy Under American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - May 2009

Unemployment Compensation: Your Financial Lifeline - January 2009

Family

BBB Advice on the Basics of Creating an Estate Plan - August 2009

Teens Taking It to the Streets - and the Roads - July 2009

Five Tax Facts About Summertime Child Care Expenses - July 2009

Teaching the Next Generation to Clean - July 2009

President, Mrs. Obama to be Honorary Chairs of National Book Festival in September 2009 on the National Mall - May 2009

Well Water Should be Tested Annually to Reduce Health Risks to Children - May 2009

Federal Programs

HUD Urges Families Receiving Disaster Housing Assistance to Apply for Rental Vouchers: Katrina/Rita Transitional Assistance Program Set to Close Out in August - July 2009

HUD Announces Expanded Eligibility for Making Home Affordable Refinancing - July 2009

VA Begins Stimulus Payments to Veterans - June 2009

VA Reopening Health Care Enrollment to Thousands of Veterans - June 2009

Web Site and Toll-free Line Will Help Unemployed Workers Appeal Denials of COBRA Premium Assistance Under Recovery Act - June 2009

U.S. Commerce Secretary Assures Americans that TV Converter Box Coupons are Still Available - June 2009

8 Days and Counting to DTV Transition: Free In-home Installation Available for Consumers in Many Markets - June 2009

U.S. Labor Department Publishes Process to Appeal Denials of COBRA Subsidy Under American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - May 2009

Food

Independence Day: Drills for the Grill - June 2009

FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Nestle Toll House Prepackaged, Refrigerated Cookie Dough - June 2009

Health

FDA Launches New Center for Tobacco Products - August 2009

Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Premiums to Increase Slightly: Medicare Benificiaries May Need to Enroll in New Plans - August 2009

FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Body Building Products Marketed as Containing Steroids or Steroid-Like Substances - July 2009

Possible Novel H1N1 Flu Screening for International Travelers - July 2009

West Nile Virus - July 2009

Keep Your Cool in Hot Weather - July 2009

New Ratings For Americas Hospitals Now Available On Hospital Compare Web Site - July 2009

Novel H1N1 Flu: Global Situation - July 2009

Novel H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) and Feeding Your Baby: What Parents Should Know - July 2009

Fireworks-Related Injuries - July 2009

CPSC Announces Drop in Fireworks-Related Injuries; Consumers Still Urged To Celebrate Safe This July 4th - June 2009

New Medicare Nursing Home Guidance To Include Quality Of Life And Environment Requirements - June 2009

VA Reopening Health Care Enrollment to Thousands of Veterans - June 2009

FDA Taking Steps to Improve Contact Lens Safety - June 2009

FDA Warns Web Sites Against Marketing Fraudulent H1N1 Flu Virus Claims - June 2009

FDA Issues Public Health Advisory Regarding Levemir Insulin - June 2009

FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Skin Products Made by Clarcon Due to Bacterial Contamination Risk - June 2009

FDA Warns About Serious Liver Injury Associated With Anti-Thyroid Drug - June 2009

Housing

Federal Reserve Board publishes "5 Tips for Dealing with a Home Equity Line Freeze or Reduction" - August 2009

5 Tips for Shopping for a Mortgage - July 2009

Six Things You Need to Know About Mortgage Workouts - July 2009

Will Assumable Mortgage Solve Crisis? - July 2009

HUD Urges Families Receiving Disaster Housing Assistance to Apply for Rental Vouchers: Katrina/Rita Transitional Assistance Program Set to Close Out in August - July 2009

HUD Provides 2,500 Housing Vouchers to Keep Families Together - July 2009

Breaking Down Older-Adult Residential Choices - July 2009

Fannie Mae Implementing New Loan-to-Value Ceiling for Home Affordable Refinance Program; Loans Eligible for Delivery September 1 - July 2009

Homeowner Events - July 2009

HUD Announces Expanded Eligibility for Making Home Affordable Refinancing - July 2009

Prepare for Hurricanes by Safeguarding Tax Records - June 2009

Shocking: Lightning Claim Costs Continue to Rise - June 2009

Homeowners Can Cut Federal Income Taxes up to $1,500 and Reduce Home Energy Bills with Energy Efficiency Tax Credits - June 2009

HUD Expands Multi-Lingual Website to Help Families Who are Limited English Proficient to Gain Access to HUD Programs - June 2009

HUD and Acting Surgeon General Unveil National Strategy to Produce Healthy Homes - June 2009

Swimming Pools Are a Great Way to Beat the Heat, But Be Sure to Consider the Insurance and Safety Implications - June 2009

Don’t Let Summer Fuel Costs Strain Your Budget - May 2009

FTC Begins Rulemaking to Address Unfair and Deceptive Mortgage Practices - May 2009

Well Water Should be Tested Annually to Reduce Health Risks to Children - May 2009

Money

Five Facts about the Home Office Deduction - August 2009

Estate Planning - August 2009

Educate Yourself Before Buying Extended Warranty - August 2009

Tips for Consumers About Layaway Plans - August 2009

Education and Awareness: The Best Defense Against Investment Fraud - August 2009

Understanding Your Brokerage Account Statements - August 2009

Social Security: Little-Known Strategies Could Boost Your Bottom Line - August 2009

Ten Tips to Trim Car Costs - August 2009

Score Big Back- to-School Savings - July 2009

Top Ten Things Every Taxpayer Should Know about Identity Theft - July 2009

Who is Responsible for a Deceased Relative's Debts? - July 2009

Block Your Credit Reports to Prevent ID Theft - July 2009

Self-Storage Units Can Provide Useful Extra Space, but Belongings Must Be Properly Insured - July 2009

Six Things You Need to Know About Mortgage Workouts - July 2009

FTC Sends Consumers Refund Checks in Integrity Financial Enterprises Advance-Fee Credit Card Case - July 2009

IRS Drops and Gives You Ten -- Military Tax Tips - July 2009

Four Money Skills for Children to Master - July 2009

Life Insurance Needs Vary With Lifestyle - July 2009

Tax Tips for Recently Married Taxpayers - July 2009

Investing in a Bankrupt Company: A High Risk Venture - July 2009

Tax Benefits for Job Seekers - July 2009

Agencies Publish Final Rules and Guidelines to Promote Accurate Reports About Consumers - July 2009

Help Open Their Eyes to the Right Money Choices - July 2009

Use Caution When Buying Michael Jackson Memorabilia; Value of Items Could Only Be Sentimental - June 2009

Check Withholding to Avoid a Tax Surprise - June 2009

Tune-up Your Finances - June 2009

Homeowners Can Cut Federal Income Taxes up to $1,500 and Reduce Home Energy Bills with Energy Efficiency Tax Credits - June 2009

BBB Warns Consumers of Robocalls Promising to Lower Their Credit Card Interest Rate - June 2009

Savings Strategies for Different Goals - June 2009

Budgeting: Summer Travel Budgeting Center - June 2009

Don’t Let Summer Fuel Costs Strain Your Budget - May 2009

10 Ways to Rate Your Financial Adviser - May 2009

When It Makes Sense to Rent - May 2009

Small Business

For Many Small Businesses, Fall Filing Deadline Looms for Special Refund Claims - August 2009

Top Seven Tips for Taxpayers Starting a New Business - July 2009

Travel

Possible Novel H1N1 Flu Screening for International Travelers - July 2009

Visitors Welcomed to Tour Re-Opened Crown of Statue of Liberty, Closed Since Twin Tower Attacks - July 2009

Ruff Riders - July 2009

Entire Sun Road Projected to Open to Vehicles on Friday, June 26 - June 2009

Experience America’s Best Idea this Summer - New Web Feature: Great National Park Getaways - June 2009

Celebrate Independence in America’s National Parks - June 2009

National Park Service Will Waive Fees on Three Summer Weekends to Increase Tourism, Boost Economy - June 2009

Budgeting: Summer Travel Budgeting Center - June 2009

And More

CPSC Launches Resale Round- up Campaign to Keep Dangerous Recalled Products Out of Resale Stores and Off the Internet - August 2009

Off-Roading With Safety: Reminder To Yamaha Rhino Riders To Stay Safe This Summer - August 2009

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park to Celebrate Heritage at Daniel Boone 275th Birthday Party - August 2009

Disability.gov Offers Social Media Tools, Upgradest o Complement Information from 22 Federal Agencies on Disability- Related Programs and Services - July 2009

National Endowment for the Arts Announces 2009-2010 Season NEA Jazz Masters Live Grants - July 2009

Self-Storage Units Can Provide Useful Extra Space, but Belongings Must Be Properly Insured - July 2009

Hispanic Heritage Month 2009: Sept. 15 - Oct. 15 - July 2009

Boat Owners Need Proper Insurance Protection Prior to Setting Sail - July 2009

John Grisham, John Irving, Jodi Picoult, Judy Blume Among Authors at 2009 National Book Festival - July 2009

New Art Enlivens U.S. Education Department Headquarters - June 2009

First Drug to Treat Cancer in Dogs Approved - June 2009

USPS Giving Option to Pay by the Box, No Weighing Required - May 2009

Social Media