Law and Order/Legislation

Arizona Immigration bill signed by Jan Brewer

Arizona Governor Jan Brewer has signed SB 1070, the controversial Arizona immigration bill into law. What does it mean and what's next?
Jan Brewer, Governor of Arizona

Zadroga bill for 9-11 survivors passes House of Representatives

The Zadroga bill, which increases government-funded health care for 9/11 survivors, has passed the House. It still has to pass the Senate...
U.S. Capitol building

Kristina Ross arrested for tricking women into breast exams

Kristina Ross – aka Berlyn Aussieahshowna – is in jail for tricking women into bar-room breast exams. The transgender suspect isn't an M.D.
080922-N-2688M-004 SAN DIEGO (Sept. 22, 2008) Lead Mammography Technologist Carmen Waters, Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Breast Health Center, assists a patient preparing for a mammography. In conjunction with NMCSDs pharmacy, the Breast Health Center has started a new program called “Mammograms While You Wait” which allows patients to take the exam while their prescriptions are being filled. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph Moon/Released)

How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Revolt against TSA | Pilots lead charge against privacy invasion

The TSA has implemented "enhanced screening procedures" that may have finally crossed the line. Pilots, and many passengers, are simply saying "no."
Airport security

Houston teacher beats student and gets caught on tape

A Houston charter-school science teacher was recorded beating a 13-year old student. What happened to the teacher, and will she be arrested?
Handcuffs

UVA Lacrosse death rocks campus community

The UVA Lacrosse death appears to be something other than alcohol-related. George Huguely is the primary suspect in Yeardley Love's death…
Close-up of a solitary lacrosse stick sitting alone on a grassy field. The UVA Lacrosse death has left a great hole that people who knew Yeardley Love will not be able to fill for some time.

Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

Coca-Cola lawyers say Vitamin Water is not a healthy beverage

Vitamin Water is not a healthy beverage, says Coca-Cola's legal team. Nevertheless, the company's intense marketing blitz is saying otherwise.
Close-up photo of two bottles of Vitamin Water, side-by-side.

Tax cut bill near to passing the Senate with compromise

The compromises are being made, and the Senate is closer to voting on the tax cut bill. If it passes, it goes to the House for approval. ...
Bernie Sanders

Credit Repair Scams are on the Rise

Credit repair services started out with an honorable mission: to help people get out of debt and live the American Dream...
If you need credit repair help, make sure you know who you are working with.

How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check

Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

If passed, AB 390 would legalize marijuana in California

The California Safety Committee today passed AB 390, a bill that would legalize, tax and regulate marijuana. It now goes to the health committee...
AB 390 marijuana California

Colorado introduces SB 1070-like immigration reform bill

Colorado has introduced SB 11-054, an immigration bill like Arizona's controversial SB 1070. Critics fear the effect it will have on tourism.
Spoof of famous “American Gothic” painting in which the farmer couple is showing their citizenship papers.

DREAM Act vote offers citizenship for service or schooling

The House voted to approve the DREAM Act, but the Senate has yet to vote. This controversial bill could mean citizenship for some immigrants.
Military

How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down

Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

French Court Finds Church of Scientology Guilty of Fraud

The French government recognizes the Church of Scientology as a commercial institution, not a religion. Now two French branches have been fined for fraud...
Tom Cruise, famous Scientologist. Image from Flickr.

Congress manages to pass food safety bill despite itself

The food safety bill changes the FDA's mission from reacting to food borne illness to preventing tainted food ...
foodborne illness

Jaycee Lee Dugard and kids receive $20 million settlement

Jaycee Lee Dugard, who was missing for 18 years, and her kids were granted a $20 million settlement by the State of California, reports CNN.
The California State Assembly building in Sacramento.

How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely

Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.

Ontario Payday Loan Restrictions Coming into Force

Ontario is finalizing payday loan legislation, but it still seems to be forgetting that not penalizing defaulting consumers is bad in a nanny state way. READ
It's all well and good when you're seven, but Ontario wants to nanny its payday loan customers so they don't have to be responsible. (Photo: flickr.com)

Former Khmer Rouge executioner gets 19 years for genocide

The trial of Khmer Rouge executioner Comrade Duch has concluded. Kaing Guek Eav will serve 19 years for his part in genocide. READ MORE...
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum