U.S. Investing $250 Billion in Banks
Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson Jr. told nine leading bankers they would have to accept government investment for the good of the U.S. financial system.
Wildfires Force Evacuations in L.A.
Fierce wildfires threatened Southern California for a third day after leaving two people dead and heralding the start of the most intense period of the fire season here.
Term-Limits Change Could Upend Spending Rules
Some New York City Council members who have been campaigning for higher office have spent far more than the city?s public financing system allows for Council races.
Sudan Arrests Militia Chief Facing Trial
The move is widely being interpreted as a way for Sudan to improve its image abroad and try to head off the possible genocide prosecution of the country?s president.