i'm kenneth gibson in los angeles. i will have the latest next. >> in economic news that we haven't seen in two years. what it is and what it means up next. >>> in consumer alert, we need confidence and now. as a whole, we spent slightly more last month on the things we needed but we earned less for the first time in two years. new data on spending and incomes from the commerce department shows that many of us tap into the little savings we do have to pay for gas and to cope with the overall week economy. >>> starting tomorrow, it will be illegal for most businesses in the state of maryland to use your credit report against you when it comes to hiring. did you know that they do? the new law prevents them from judging or eliminating you based on poor credit or outstanding debt. maryland joins hawaii, oregon and washington to pass a statewide mandate. >>> general motors will add a new type of airbag to certain s.u.v. crossovers. they will pop up between the vehicle's front seat. they could prevent 29% of fatalities in si