The economic recession has claimed a high-profile fashion victim -- the boutique store of one of first lady Michelle Obama's favorite designers.
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KSDK -- The head of the Missouri Department of Transportation appears anything but happy about the dollar amount being proposed for roads and bridges in the federal economic stimulus package.
Missouri Republican U.S. Senator Kit Bond is set to talk with local auto workers, car dealers, and labor groups about the need for an auto industry rescue package at 12:30 p.m. Monday in Fenton.
Do the holidays stress you out? Are you worried about how you're going to pay for all the presents, parties and dinners? You're not alone. The holiday blues are hitting a little harder for many this year.
Low on cash? Can't get credit? Some say bartering is the best option, especially in a lagging economy.
Donating to help the hungry this year will have more of an impact, than in recent years, because of the tough economy.
Produce prices are way up compared to 2007, but now the price of potatoes are spiking even higher.
The Federal Reserve is reporting that more banks are tightening lending standards on home mortgages, consumer and business loans as a deepening credit crisis exerts a heavier toll on the economy.
At the home of Eileen Ponce, the front lawn looks great but her bill is through the roof because she's watering every single day.
As grocery prices continue to rise and food donations decline, a growing number of food banks across the USA are turning to local farms for produce that otherwise might go to waste.
The number of unemployed workers in Illinois increased for the second month in a row in June, rising to its highest level since June 1993.
If it wasn't clear before Tuesday, it is now: This is no ordinary economic crisis, and it won't be over anytime soon.
In another push to deal with soaring gas prices, President Bush on Monday will lift an executive ban on offshore drilling that his stood since his father was president.
Heidi Glaus continues her series of reports to help save St. Louis residents money on gasoline.
We went to transportation experts UPS to find out the best money saving gas tips for summer travel.
Is technology resistant to recession? Just because you can't afford that new car or couch, doesn't mean you won't be visiting the electronics store soon.
Fireworks aren't the only thing skyrocketing on this Fourth of July. The price of gas has hit another all-time high.
Employers cut payrolls by 62,000 in June, the sixth straight month of nationwide job losses, underscoring the economy's fragile state. The unemployment rate held steady at 5.5 percent.
A new survey of business leaders shows the economy in nine Midwestern and Plains states is near recession because of flooding in Iowa and Missouri and weakness in Kansas and Nebraska.
People who are looking for places to go on one tank of gas can get some ideas from the tourism web site for the state of Missouri.
The average price for a gallon of gas remains above $4.00 a gallon nationwide and a wealth planner with Merrill Lynch said Americans need to get used to it.
Jonathan Ortiz of south Florida never has to stop at a gas station.
The Normandy School District is partnering with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to provide free nutritious meals this summer.
As just about everything continues getting more expensive, it's getting harder and harder to earn money on your savings.
Perry Dodge, a licensed psychotherapist and life coach, discussed how financial troubles can cause people to feel stressed and depressed.
Have you been feeling like credit cards are the only way to turn to pay for things like gasoline, and groceries these days? Credit counseling can be a helpful service that can get you on track financially.
Jeff Lapidus, a retirement coach, joined NewsChannel 5's Jennifer Blome on Monday with advice about what debt people should pay-off first.
Gladys Smith, a therapist specializing in substance abuse, stress management depression and anxiety answered callers questions from people who are stressed out about money.
Dennis Johnson, a financial specialist with Clearpoint Financial solutions, answered questions for people on Monday who are concerned about debt.
Susan Wilson Solovic, the CEO of sbtv.com, or Small Business Television, has some strategies to help people stay on top during an economic slump.
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