Military sees big decline in black enlistees WASHINGTON - African-Americans, whose longstanding relationship with the US military helped them prove their abilities and offered a way to get ahead, have turned away from the armed forces in record numbers since 2000, a period covering the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the start of the Iraq war.
Medicare recipients reported as often victims of insurers WASHINGTON - Tens of thousands of Medicare recipients have been victims of deceptive sales tactics and had claims improperly denied by private insurers that run the system's huge new drug benefit program and offer other private insurance options encouraged by the Bush administration, a review of federal audits has found.
Late TV listings This Week In Business. Topics: The regional and national economy, Connecticut's experience with gambling, the gas tax, toll hikes, ticket scalping, and the sale of the Boston Stock Exchange. Guests: Ned Riley, CEO of Riley Asset Management; Peter Gioia, Connecticut Business & Industry Association; Steve Bailey, The Boston Globe. 12:30 p.m. (14)
Man charged in Philadelphia killings PHILADELPHIA - A convicted bank robber charged with killing two armored car guards spotted the vehicle on the road and followed it to the ATM machine, a homicide detective said yesterday.
City's residents pushing to bar casinos allowed by new Pa. law PHILADELPHIA - Surging gun violence never got Kathy O'Neill to think about moving her family out of Philadelphia. Neither did an ever-struggling school system.
Protesters disrupt Denver's Columbus parade DENVER - Protesters blocked the city's Columbus Day parade route yesterday, pouring a bucket of fake blood and dismembered baby dolls onto the street as police arrested 83 people.
Big family finds the right bus PORT HURON, Mich. - A big brood needs a big bus - a really big bus.
Bush softens his stance on children's insurance program WASHINGTON - President Bush yesterday signaled a willingness to spend more than what he had recommended for a popular children's health program, but he provided no specifics on how much higher he would go.
Obama says contractors raise risk for US troops AIKEN, S.C. - White House hopeful Barack Obama said yesterday that private security contractors in Iraq are raising the risk for US troops because Iraqis don't distinguish between the forces.
Calif. city rocketing the space contest MOJAVE, Calif. - Stuart Witt, a former test pilot who runs the airport in this weathered desert town, was working at his desk when he heard the explosion.
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CNN.com delivers up-to-the-minute news and information on the latest top stories, weather, entertainment, politics and more. Komen Foundation reverses funding decision of Planned Parenthood The Susan G. Komen foundation has reversed a controversial decision not to renew funding for some Planned Parenthood projects, the group said in a statement Friday.
Holder vs. Issa showdown over 'Fast and Furious' Attorney General Eric Holder will face off with House Republican Darrell Issa Thursday over Mexican-border gun-running, a showdown that comes after Issa and the Justice Department exchanged sharp letters in recent days.
Republicans propose alternative plan to budget cuts Top Senate Republicans are proposing eliminating part of the across-the-board and painful budget cuts required after the so-called super committee failed in November, according to two Senate Republican aides.
Senate passes insider trading bill A bill that clarifies the illegality of insider trading of stocks and other securities by members of Congress and their staff members won approval Thursday from the U.S. Senate.
Does Romney have a real vision? Mitt Romney's victory in Florida is big but still leaves much to be desired. He must be able to win on issues and substance; he has yet to prove that he can do that.
Romney's rhetoric not forgotten Ruben Navarrette Jr. says that Mitt Romney's effort to dissociate himself from his rhetoric on immigration won't work.
Not your grandpa's Florida John Avlon: There is no typical voter in Florida: It's an ethnically diverse state containing old and young, left right and center voters.
Gingrich is no outsider Newt Gingrich likes to fancy himself a counter-establishment rebel but Julian Zelizer says he is a part of the Washington power elite
Romney leaves Vegas holding all the cards He may be a non-gambler, but Mitt Romney had a good night in Vegas. He left town as the night's big winner, capturing his second strong victory in a row.
Romney turns toward Obama after win Mitt Romney has taken a commanding lead in the Nevada caucuses, winning almost 50% of the vote reported so far. Ron Paul and Newt Gingrich remain in a tough battle for second place with Rick Santorum in a distant fourth.
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http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/19/business/economy/19econ.htmlhttp://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/09/19/business/19econ01-75.jpgimage7575A shopper browsing at a Harley-Davidson dealership in Texas. Harley-Davidson is now issuing bonds at slightly higher rates.Brian Harkin for The New York TimesLenders have become even less willing to part with their money, further crimping budgets and family spending.<br/><br/><span class="advertisement"></span> Pain Spreads as Credit Vise Grows Tighter Lenders have become even less willing to part with their money, further crimping budgets and family spending.
California Bans Texting by Operators of Trains After investigators said an engineer in last week’s collision had been texting on the job, regulators temporarily banned the use of all cellular devices by anyone at the controls of a moving train.
A Bid to Curb Profit Gambit as Banks Fall A backlash against short sellers has begun, with regulators in the U.S. and Britain tightening rules and authorities in New York intensifying investigations.
