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WASHINGTON -- The government set expectations sky-high earlier this year when President Barack Obama launched an effort to help up 7 to 9 million homeowners avoid foreclosure.

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Foreclosure Filings Escalate Amid Rising Unemployment (The Morning News)

SPRINGDALE Rising unemployment and tighter lending practices continue to plague more homeowners in Benton and Washington counties. The two counties reported 723 foreclosure filings in August, up 55 percent from a year ago.

Urban League offers free help Saturday for those caught in foreclosure or mortgage crisis (The Palm Beach Post)

If you're facing foreclosure or having mortgage troubles and want some free advice, head to the Urban League of Palm Beach County Saturday.