Companies ordered more autos, aircraft in July, but measure of business investment plans fell
A surge in demand for autos and aircraft drove orders for long-lasting manufactured goods higher in July, easing fears that the economy might be on the verge of another recession. .
Would You Vote for Sen. Reid's Tax Cut Bill?
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid introduced a sweeping tax cut bill Thursday night. The stimulus-sized package, is full of "sweeteners" and includes about $55 billion worth of short-term tax extensions for businesses and individuals. They cover a host of alternative energy credits, a potential salve for environmentally conscious lawmakers, as well as targeted benefits for everything from the film and television industry to mining companies to rum producers. If you were a member of Congress would you vote for a tax cut bill that Sen. Reid has introduced?
New Jersey Man and Mistress Accused of Killing Wife Due in Court
Two suspects accused in the fatal shooting of a woman in a New Jersey suburb last week are due in court for a bail hearing Tuesday.
With CIA help, NYPD built secret effort to monitor mosques, daily life of Muslim neighborhoods
In New Brunswick, N.J., a building superintendent opened the door to apartment No. 1076 one balmy Tuesday and discovered an alarming scene: terrorist literature strewn about the table and comput.
Vermont Inn Denies Discriminating Against Same-Sex Wedding Reception
The owners of an inn that refused to host a same-sex wedding reception say they have no policy to discriminate against gay couples.
