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In Debt During the Holidays? 6 Ways to Keep Your Finances in Order 11/25/2018 07:00pm • It's no fun to go into the holidays when you're already in debt. I remember my long-ago holiday season of credit card debt and how stressful it was. So, I know it's tough, and I empathize with your situation. But I got through it without making my debt worse, and you can, too. Right now, make a vow Pros and Cons to Buying Southwest Airlines Co (LUV) Stock 11/25/2018 07:00pm • Southwest Airlines Co. (ticker: LUV) enjoys a loyal customer base. But the question is whether investors should feel the same kind of passion for LUV stock. Launched on June 18, 1971, Southwest has packed a ton of air travel experiences for its loyal consumer base for more than 47 years. The airlin Holiday fire safety: Take extra care when setting up Christmas decorations 11/24/2018 03:29pm • WASHINGTON — No one wants to see their holiday season go up in smoke. But it does happen. Candles are left unattended, a full kitchen can result in a hot pot or pan falling off the stove, and twinkling Christmas lights, while pretty, can cause electrical chaos. But, you can avoid this bit of ho Scammers at work: What you need to know about utility scams 11/23/2018 09:33pm • WASHINGTON — Scammers claiming to be from a utility are always at work, and lately, they’ve been busy going after Pepco customers. Christina Harper with Pepco said that Delmarva Power and Atlantic City Electric have also had reports of potential scams being attempted. In the latest cases, How to keep your personal information safe online during the holidays 11/22/2018 09:39pm • WASHINGTON — As you travel or shop with your smartphone, tablet or laptop, make sure you're not giving others a gift of your personal information. This time of year can bring an increase in cyberthreats to your computerized devices, according to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Age Don't get stuck as the weather gets cold — here's what to check on your car 11/22/2018 05:10pm • WASHINGTON — With a dip in temperatures expected, more drivers are likely to find themselves stuck on the side of the road this Thanksgiving weekend. “Many of us have not prepared our cars for the rigors of winter driving,” said John Townsend, with AAA mid-Atlantic. Townsend said AAA exp Firefighters give safety tips for Thanksgiving cooking 11/22/2018 11:14am • WASHINGTON — Fire prevention experts are urging everyone who plans to cook a Thanksgiving meal to stay safe and keep their attention on the kitchen. "It is the busiest day for kitchen fires," said Anne Arundel County Fire Department spokesman Russ Davies. "By some estimates, there will be four 12 money-smart gifts to give during retirement 11/21/2018 08:00am • With the holidays approaching, you may be receiving wish lists from children and grandchildren. And the larger your family grows, the longer your shopping list for gifts might be. Before going to the mall, evaluate your gift options. "Retirees have much to offer family members by way of love and 14 money moves you will be thankful for 11/21/2018 07:00am • Keep your financial goals on track by tackling these tasks. November is a time to give thanks for all that is good in life and embrace gratitude ahead of the holiday season. It's also the perfect time to prepare for the upcoming year, take action to improve your financial situation and work towar Think big, shop local: A roundup of Small Business Saturday deals in DC 11/21/2018 05:17am • WASHINGTON — Shoppers have their pick of big box stores to head to on Black Friday and prominent online retailers to check out on Cyber Monday. But nestled between two of the biggest shopping holidays, is one that encourages people nationwide to think and shop on a smaller, local level. Small B U.Md. student dies from Adenovirus; 5 others confirmed to have virus 11/20/2018 11:14pm • WASHINGTON — A University of Maryland freshman from Howard County, Maryland, has died from complications from Adenovirus, and her grieving family is left wondering whether her death could have been prevented and if mold in her College Park campus dormitory played a role in her fatal illness. Th How Diversity Officers Change Corporate Culture 11/20/2018 07:00pm • By 2045, people of color will make up the majority of the U.S. population. That demographic shift, predicted by the U.S. Census Bureau, is one reason why companies are starting to take workplace diversity, inclusion and equity more seriously. In corporate America, this has manifested in part throug Credit Card Mobile Apps Compared 11/20/2018 07:00pm • If you're a regular credit card user, having your card's mobile app can give you the on-the-go access you need to stay on top of your account. And depending on the card issuer, the app may offer other valuable features and benefits. Knowing what's available when you choose and use a credit card can 3 men sentenced in Montgomery County home invasion case 11/20/2018 04:50pm • WASHINGTON -- Three of the men who terrorized a Silver Spring family during a home invasion in August of last year have been sentenced to decades behind bars. Tuesday, a Montgomery County judge sentenced 27-year-old Bobby Johnson to 40 years in prison. Karon Sayles, 26, was ordered to serve 45 y Notification services can let you know about deliveries to stem package pirates 11/20/2018 08:11am • WASHINGTON — Few things suck the holiday spirit out of this time of year faster than a stolen package or check you were expecting in the mail. New technology can help stem porch piracy, but as is always the case, crooks have figured out ways to exploit the safeguards. The U.S. Postal Service