RBC Royal Bank announced today that it is increasing its residential mortgage rates effective June 6, 2006. (full story)

Wichita Eagle - With interest rates rising, fewer people are applying for new mortgages -- just as you'd expect. But here's a worrisome surprise: More of the applicants are seeking adjustable-rate mor (full story)

Lexington Herald-Leader - NEW YORK - Wall Street struggled to the finish Friday, closing out the week barely changed after a steep dip in monthly job growth left investors confused about the economy's (full story)

Alexandria Daily Town Talk - Beads: To the Rapides Symphony Orchestra for a great season. The RSO attributes much of that success to its conductor, Josh Zona, and has extended his contract through 200 (full story)