They started off with 10. Now there are nine. County commissioners earlier this week whittled down the projects they hope will qualify for federal funding under President Barack Obama's $787 billion economic stimulus plan. ...more

February 27, 2009

The city has a big plumbing problem, and a hefty price tag to go along with it. ...more

January 25, 2009

Facing severe cutbacks in state services as the recession deepens, the nation's governors pressed their case on Capitol Hill on Monday, asking for at least $40 billion to help pay for health care for the poor and disabled. ...more

December 2, 2008

The House on Friday passed a plan by Democrats to pump $61 billion in government spending into the economy through public works projects, help for the jobless and money for states struggling with their Medicaid bills. ...more

September 27, 2008