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Monday, October 01, 2012  Mayor Steve Bach released his version of the city's 2013 budget to city council and the public Monday. Nearly a year's worth of work went into the budget, and the city's new strategic plan.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012  Gas prices continue to climb, and local school districts are feeling the pinch. "We go through 240,000 gallons of fuel every year," Bill Bair said.

Thursday, February 09, 2012  It is an exciting week for Greccio Housing. The non-profit purchased two additional apartment buildings to benefit low-income community members in the Pikes Peak region.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011  Colorado Springs Utilities is looking to up its budget by $87 million next year, and that would mean higher utility costs for you. CSU is proposing a $1.1 billion budget for 2012.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011  It is s tough to buy a home right now. According to the Colorado Division of Housing, the national homeownership rate fell to 65.1 percent in 2010. That is down from a high of nearly 70 percent.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011  It is that time of year, when high school seniors start applying for college. But with the bad economy, and sky-rocketing tuition rates, should students look for the right school or the right price?

Wednesday, September 14, 2011  The number of Americans living in poverty is on the rise. The Census Bureau's annual report released Tuesday said America's overall poverty rate is 15.1 percent, or 46.2 million people.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011  Need help paying your mortgage? The federal government is giving out up to $1 billion -- and you DON'T have to pay it back!

Thursday, May 12, 2011  The Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado offers tips on how to identify a fake check to keep yourself from being scammed.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011  From chocolate to cotton, prices on everyday goods are going up -- are you prepared?

Tuesday, April 05, 2011  Our Money Coach, Bill Stanley, says a successful portfolio doesn't have all its eggs in one basket.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011  Gas prices have been going up, up, up. Here are some ideas on how to keep them in check.

Tuesday, March 08, 2011  Sometimes the best financial advice can come from a few simple words.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011  Investing in mutual funds can come with some fees. The trick is knowing how to avoid them.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011  Our Money Coach says a summer job can provide a lifetime of valuable lessons.