Radio Shack Closing 500 Stores, According to Report

Funny turn from '80s branding on Sunday followed by Wall Street Journal report of big cuts in storefronts Tuesday.

BGE Offers Help for Skyrocketing Utility Bills

Some BGE utility customers can spread their payments over a year to ease the affects of this brutally cold winter.

Johns Hopkins Team Creating Zerocoin to Compete with Bitcoin

A team at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore is working to create a digital currency system that is totally anonymous. The idea was spurred by problems with Bitcoin.

Maryland Zumiez Stores Closed for a Day to Remember Shooting Victims

The Zumiez skate shops around Maryland closed early Wednesday to remember two coworkers killed Saturday at The Mall in Columbia. A vigil at the Columbia store will be held Thursday night.

Naked Fight Among Clothiers: Jos. A Bank v. Men's Wearhouse

Men's Wearhouse is continuing its bid to buy Maryland-based Jos. A Bank Clothiers. The offer has climbed over $1 billion.

Maryland Unemployment Rate Continues to Fall

Maryland's unemployment rate continues to remain below the national rate, as the overall jobless rate fell in December.

Is The Wrong Job Better Than No Job At All?

How to make the best of a less than perfect job situation.

Uncle Sam Will Pay $3,000 To Give You The Flu

Healthy and under 50? Here's a way to make some quick money.

Is a Joint Bank Account the Secret to a Happy Marriage?

How sharing finances brought one couple closer together.

How to Make Sure You Can Always Find a Job

Follow these steps for lifetime job security.

Ditch the Rum Raisin, Yuengling's Black and Tan Ice Cream Now Available

Yuengling's Ice Cream will soon be in Maryland's Acme and Weis grocery stores.

Giant Food Stores Recalling Velveeta Skillet Meals

Giant Food is voluntarily recalling Velveeta Cheesy Skillet Singles Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac because it contains an allergen. Do you have the affected UPC code?

Target Kicks Part-Timers Off Healthcare Plan

The country's second-largest retailer said it will give workers $500 to help find a plan under Obamacare's coverage exchanges.

One of Three Women Live At or Near Poverty, Shriver Report Finds

Two-thirds of women consider themselves the family breadwinner.

Best Companies to Work for in 2014

Google grabs the top slot yet again on Fortune list.

How Bad Moves on Social Media Could Damage Your Credit Score

Here's why you should think before you tweet. (Or Facebook. Or Instagram.)

W-2 Forms: Understanding Your Most Important Tax Document

This holds the key to a bigger tax refund.

Energy Company Eyeing Gas Basin that Runs Under Southern Maryland

A gas basin underneath five counties in southern Maryland is drawing a Texas-based energy company’s attention.

Full List of JC Penney Store Closings; Chain Cutting Jobs

The moves are expected to save the company $65 million a year.

If You Have a Lane Cedar Chest Here's How to Get a Replacement Lock

Children can become trapped in the chests when the lid closes automatically locking with no way of opening from the inside.

How Quickly Will Maryland Add Jobs to the Economy?

The good news: economists say Maryland will add jobs in 2014. The bad news: they disagree on the pace of job growth.

Two Bars in Maryland the Experts Say You Shouldn't Miss

A Washington, D.C., watering hole also earns praise for its selection of beers and attention to customers.

Target: Data For 70M Customers Breached

The retailer had earlier said 40 million customers had sensitive data stolen, like credit card numbers, debit card PINs and email addresses.

7 Trends to Watch at Work in 2014

Full-time hiring stalled, contract work up, survey reveals.

20 Companies Hiring In January

These employers are staffing up now.

4 Ways You Can Earn More in 2014

Try these easy ways to ramp up earnings this year.

How to Find $100 a Month in Your Financial 'Junk Drawer'

Follow these tips to save $100 painlessly.

Power Grid: Conserve Electricity During Arctic Blast

Imagine these temps without power. The company that runs our power grid asks consumers to help.

Why Does Maryland Lag Behind Virginia in Job Growth?

A five-letter word could be the culprit.

Will 2014 Winter Olympics Sponsorships Bring Gold for Under Armour?

The 2014 Winter Olympics kick off Feb. 6 in Sochi, Russia. Baltimore's Under Armour is sponsoring several teams and athletes.

Best Local Sliders, Skateshops and Speakeasies: Mom & Pop News

Need a doggie cannoli, a special baguette or a fresh local oyster? Your local Maryland business owners have got you covered.

Business As Usual for 'Duck Dynasty' TV Franchise

Comments by the duck-call family patriarch about gays and civil rights sparked social media debate. Under Armour kept its business ties to the reality TV show intact throughout the controversy.

Under Armour to Outfit Terrapins for Next Decade

The Baltimore-based sports apparel company has extended its exclusive contract to provide all uniforms for University of Maryland sports teams and coaches.

After-Christmas Sales and 6 Things to Buy Now

Better start shopping now, most after-Christmas sales end Jan. 1.

Jesse Jackson: 'Duck Dynasty' Comments Worse Than Rosa Parks Incident

Baltimore's Under Armour is sticking with the embattled "Duck Dynasty" and "Buck Commander" franchise. What do you think should happen?

Stores Have Varied Return Policies For Those Unwanted Gifts

Stores will be swamped with returns in the days following Christmas.

'Duck Dynasty' Debate Takes Over Under Armour's Facebook Page

The Baltimore-based activewear company is earning praise and criticism for continuing its business ties with the Robertson family.

Auburn Seeing Green: Title Means $200K Payout from Under Armour

The Southeastern Conference powerhouse has a $27 million contract with Under Armour that pays the school for wins, titles and bowl appearances, among other things.

Under Armour to Keep Relationship With 'Duck Dynasty' Family

Comments by the duck-call family patriarch about gays and civil rights have blown up the social media universe.

Scouts Lose Support From Lockheed Over Gay Ban

While gay youths can join the Boy Scouts of America starting in January, the organization will not allow gay troop leaders. That has cost it donations from corporations.