Ken Thomas AP Writers Washington (AP) — President Barack Obama outlined Tuesday the nation’s first comprehensive effort to curb vehicle emissions while cutting dependence on imported oil, calling the plan an historic turning point toward a “clean-energy economy.” Joined in ...

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John Flesher AP Environmental Writer Traverse City, MI — A budget proposal from the Obama administration would spend $475 million on beach cleanups, wetlands restoration and removal of toxic sediments from river bottoms around the Great Lakes. The spending represents ...

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Erica Werner AP Writer washington — House Democrats are looking at big health care changes, including federal aid to help families earning up to $88,000 pay for insurance and a requirement that all must carry coverage. A document obtained by ...

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Alan Zibel AP Real Estate Writer Washington — The Obama administration expanded its $50 billion mortgage aid program Thursday, announcing new measures to help homeowners avoid foreclosure if they do not qualify for other assistance. The new initiatives are expected ...

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Raymond Keating Dolan Media Newswires Long Island, NY — April 29 was the date marking the first 100 days of Barack Obama’s presidency. From a business perspective, it seemed a heck of a lot longer. Obama’s first 100 days are ...

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CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER AP Economics Writer Washington — The number of people filing new jobless claims jumped unexpectedly last week, while those continuing to receive benefits hit a 10th straight record-high. Both figures show the labor market remains weak and ...

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