Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released new jobs figures for September. Nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 159,000 jobs in September and the unemployment rate remained at 6.1 percent. [Read More]
EMMITSBURG, MD -- National Fire Prevention Week will be commemorated this year from October 5-11. The theme for 2008 is "Prevent Home Fires."
"As winter months and holidays get closer, the rates of fire and fire deaths increase. Take a little time to ensure that you and your family do not have to suffer the effects of a fire in your home," said U.S. Fire Administrator Greg Cade. "Each of us would benefit from checking our own homes for fire hazards and making sure that everyone in the residence knows what to do in case of fire. [Read More]
OCT 02 -- (SAN JUAN, PR) — Vito S. Guarino, the Acting Special Agent in Charge of the Drug DEA’s Caribbean Division and Rosa Emilia Rodríguez-Vélez, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Puerto Rico, joined with members of the Caribbean Corridor Initiative (CCI) to announce the seizure of approximately 1,930 kilograms of cocaine with a street market value of $58 million onboard the Panamanian-flagged vessel Megan Star.
As a result of the joint investigative efforts of CCI participants, a U.S. Coast Guard law enforcement detachment onboard the U.S. Naval frigate USS FARRAGUT intercepted the Megan Star in international waters. [Read More]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Attorney General Michael B. Mukasey today announced nearly $240 million in grant awards that support communities and law enforcement in preventing crime. These grants are administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) and Community Capacity Development Office (CCDO) within the Office of Justice Programs (OJP). Funding is awarded through several OJP initiatives, including the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, the Edward Byrne Memorial Competitive Grants Program, the Gang Resistance Education And Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program, the Drug Court Discretionary Grant Program, and the Weed and Seed Initiative. [Read More]
(ARA) - This presidential election seems like it has lasted an eternity, and to many people in the United States, it is a critical one. This has both good and bad consequences.
On the one hand, interest and participation is at an all time high, as citizens take seriously the responsibilities that accompany the right to vote. On the other hand, intense candidate scrutiny has passions running very high and straining relationships as people press for their candidate. In addition, many people are finding this election cycle very stressful as their emotions rise and fall depending on the daily polls and news coverage. Dr. Patrice Alvarado, associate professor in clinical psychology at the Argosy University, Washington, D.C. campus, offers a few tips to help people manage their passion, but let go of the stress. [Read More]
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Yesterday, the House of Representatives voted on a financial rescue plan that had been negotiated by Congressional leaders of both parties and my administration. Unfortunately, the measure was defeated by a narrow margin. I'm disappointed by the outcome, but I assure our citizens and citizens around the world that this is not the end of the legislative process. [Read More]
(ARA) – With cool weather on the way you may be wondering just how you’ll manage to maintain your eco-friendly habits and stay warm at the same time. While your home, like most in America, will likely rely on fossil fuels for heat for years to come, it’s still possible to have a “greener” winter.
When it comes to home heating costs, “green” practices can also save you another kind of green – cash. The average American household spends $2,000 on energy costs each year, and half of that total goes to heat and cool the home, according to EnergyStar. [Read More]
CHARLOTTE, NC—Wachovia today announced intentions to sell its retail bank, corporate and investment bank and wealth management businesses to Citigroup. Wachovia Corporation will remain a public company with two main operating subsidiaries: Wachovia Securities, the nation's third largest brokerage firm, and Evergreen Asset Management, a leading provider of asset management services. [Read More]
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Yesterday, leaders here in Washington reached an extraordinary agreement to deal with an extraordinary problem in our economy. Working closely with my administration, congressional leaders from both parties produced the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act -- a bold bill that will help keep the crisis in our financial system from spreading throughout our economy. [Read More]
