First let's see what's in the news!

• Pelosi: Bailout money to fund jobs initiativePark Hills Daily Journal1 second ago

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats are looking to tap as much as $70 billion in unused funds from the Wall Street bailout to pay for new spending on roads and bridges and to save the jobs of firefighters, teachers and other public employees, officials said Thursday.

• Jobs legislation moves forwardWisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune45 minutes ago

  A bill designed to provide businesses with incentives for job creation, research and development and renewable energy efforts is a step closer to becoming reality.

• What's next for Hall of Fame? A casino? :Changes in law, need for strong support make casino idea a gamble.South Bend Tribune1 second ago

  SOUTH BEND -- Replace the Gipper with blackjack, O.J. Simpson with slots.

• Ideas sought to plot San Diego’s futureSan Diego Union-Tribune2 hours ago

  What would it take to catapult San Diego County into one of the top regions in the country — a place envied for qualities such as a world-class park system, iconic civic structures, efficient transportation networks and top-notch schools?

• Recession turns die-hard spenders into saversMSNBC1 second ago

  WASHINGTON - As crazy as it sounds, losing a $70,000-a-year job has been good for Marty Morua's finances. The former Wall Street stockbroker says the setback forced him to scrutinize his family budget and snip away at expenses. And soon, even with less income, their savings grew.

• 'Tech decade' fails to produce new jobs locallySt. Cloud Times4 hours ago

  Remember 10 years ago, when America's greatest fear was that a computer glitch might cause a global meltdown of financial, electrical and communications systems?

• Here are 50 things to do over holiday breakWestland Observer1 second ago

  Whether you're trying to find activities to keep your youngsters occupied during their school break or entertaining family and friends visiting from out of town, here are 50 fun ideas. Always call ahead. 1. Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum, 31005 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, is bound to make young and old smile. Admission is free, but bring quarters to this historical and modern ...

• Unexpected drop in jobless rate sparks optimismPark Hills Daily Journal1 second ago

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Two years of steep job cuts all but ended last month, unexpectedly pulling down the unemployment rate and raising hopes for a lasting economic recovery.