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More on Localizing Coronavirus Scams
With millions of Americans out of work and anxieties running high, the National Consumers League warns
Read MoreStaying Focused While Working From Home
Working from home can be distracting even when we’re not in the midst of a pandemic,
Read MoreHelp Your Readers Avoid Financial Scams: Part II
As reported in the first part of a series on the financial exploitation of U.S. seniors,
Read MoreHelp Your Readers Spot These Sneaky COVID-19 Scams
As of May 7, 2020, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received nearly 39,000 complaints from consumers
Read MoreLocalizing Small Businesses Reopening (or Not Reopening)
If your state is among those that are attempting to reopen businesses now or in the
Read MoreHelp Your Readers Avoid Financial Scams: Part I
As the elderly population of the United States continues to grow, there’s a sizable personal finance
Read MoreCovering Local Hiring Trends
The U.S. economy lost over 20 million jobs in April, reports the Labor Department. While millions
Read MoreAdd Context to COVID-19 Coverage of Nonprofits
Demand spikes at food pantries. Revenue declines at hospitals. Layoffs hit universities and symphonies. Reporters have
Read MoreFreelancing? Here’s How to Keep Your Income Steady During the Pandemic
Your freelance career was buzzing along and COVID-19 happened. Suddenly some work from regular clients dried
Read MoreAndrew Leckey Retires After 14 Years Leading Business Journalism at Cronkite School
Andrew Leckey, who has built the business journalism program at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
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