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Green 'Monster' Helps Slay Vampire Power

6News' Todd Wallace explains how a high-tech power strip can slash vampire power that sucks energy even when appliances aren't on.

Town Touted As Tax Cap Success Story

Zionsville leaders say their town in flourishing while other municipalities complain about state-imposed tax caps. More

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Regulators Approve Heat Help

Indiana Unemployment Increases In October

Black Friday Deals Will Shock Shoppers, Experts Say

Deals on this year's Black Friday will be the best in recent years, a local economist says. More

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Can Indiana Avoid Tax Increases Indefinitely?

Economic Education

Compare Great Depression To Today

Interactive: Corporate Bailouts & Repayments

Map: Estimated Jobs Created By State

State-By-State Unemployment Rates

What Do Economic Terms Mean?

Interactive: Downturn Of The Dow

Timeline Of U.S. Financial Crisis

Which Are Top Global Stock Markets?

Stimulus Bill

Interactive: Where Is Stimulus Money Going?

Track government spending with our economic stimulus interactive, and find out how many jobs are expected to be created in each state. More

Tax Calculator: How Much Will You Save?

State-By-State Earmarks Tallied

Map: Estimated Jobs Created By State

Tax Credits Abound In Obama's Stimulus Bill

Fact Sheets: Stimulus Breakdown

State-By-State Unemployment Rates

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Stories From Viewers

Share Your Story: How Has The Economy Affected You?

The economy slowdown is having some real effects on regular people. What's your story? More

Viewer Stories: Living Paycheck To Paycheck

Viewer Stories: I Lost My Job

Viewer Stories: Retirement Prospects Dim

Viewer Stories: Housing Market Victims

Viewer Stories: Gas Price Woes

Viewer Stories: Single Parents Struggle

Housing Savings

Should I Buy Home, Condo For Retirement?

As baby boomers approach the retirement years, they may not need a large home. More
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Dining Out With CouponMom.com

Save Money At Restaurants With Kids

Who Is Coupon Mom?

Save With Restaurant Coupons, Discounts

Dine Out For Less With Gift Certificates

Spend Wisely On Your Daily Lunch

Coupon Mom Video

Save Money With Strategic Shopping

Coupon Mom Stephanie Nelson says strategic shopping can cut your grocery bill in half. More

Who Is Coupon Mom?

Online Shopping Can Save Money

Restaurant Gift Certificates Help Save

Entertainment Savings

Save Money By Finding Cheap Drinks

Don't skip Happy Hour just because the economy is bad. There are Web sites to help you find cheap drinks in your neighborhood. More

Green Savings

Going Green Can Save You Money

Adopting a "green" lifestyle doesn't mean you have to break the bank. More

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Grocery Savings

Cut Grocery Bills With These 15 Tips

When it comes time to cut, people often overlook what they spend at the grocery store. Find out how to keep both your fridge and your wallet full. More
Slideshow: Trim Grocery Bill

Buying In Bulk Can Save Big Bucks

Tight Times? Healthy Food Still In Reach

How To Buy Organic Food Inexpensively

Vend For Yourself: Save Money Snacking

Cost of Living Savings

Interactive: Save Money On Small Fixes

You can save money by tackling around-the-house projects yourself instead of paying someone else to do it. Find out how to handle some of the most common household problems. More

Kids' Activities Fall Victim To Recession

Need Cash? Sell Your Stuff

Find Free Stuff Anywhere In The US

Interactive: What Can You Do With $13 A Week?

Looking For Online Deals? Check These Sites

Can Credit Scores Be Raised In Recession?

When Should I Use My Credit Card?