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Things that will cost you more this year

Mark LoCastro made a list of several things where we'll pay a little extra in 2015

Your Wallet: Inheritance

What are some of the things that you've inherited over the years?

PODCAST: Maybe don't hit the gym

Jan 2, 2015
Foreign currency shifts, ads before "I Have a Dream," and broken new year's resolutions.

Pinterest opens a door to advertisers

Jan 2, 2015
But will users be happy when Pinterest takes a turn toward online mall?

Illinois faces sudden drop in state tax

Jan 2, 2015
Temporary tax increases expire, reducing Illinois revenue amid budget shortfalls.

Gym plans in the New Year? Economists think otherwise

Jan 2, 2015
Why almost half of people with gym memberships are no-shows.

Silicon Tally: Hello, 911? My PlayStation doesn't work

Jan 2, 2015
How well have you kept up with the week in tech news?

For public good, not for profit.

As funding drops, scientists turn to the crowd

Jan 1, 2015
Crowdfunding comes to the research lab, and websites spring up to vet projects.

Ringing in the new year with a pay raise

Jan 1, 2015
More than 20 states raise their minimum wages, so millions of workers get a bump in pay this year.

Champagne wishes and hangover-cure dreams

Jan 1, 2015
With New Year's Eve in the rear-view mirror, we tackle a timely topic: Hangover cures