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Air Force nominee: Changes needed in contracting
The nominee to lead the Air Force said Tuesday a recent report detailing numerous problems with a $35 billion tanker contract was "troubling," and he is planning reviews of the service's process of awarding contracts.
AP IMPACT: Traffic deaths fall as gas prices climb
Rising prices at the gas pump appear to be having at least one positive effect: Traffic deaths around the country are plummeting, just as they did during the Arab oil embargo three decades ago.
Air Force must regain public's trust, nominees say
The two men nominated to replace the ousted Air Force leadership said Tuesday they'll work to restore trust and confidence in the beleaguered service, under fire for poor handling of its nuclear duties and other missteps.
Warner back at Senate ahead of schedule
Days after going back into the hospital for adjustments to his pacemaker, U.S. Sen. John Warner is back in the Senate, ahead of schedule.
Alexandria attorney nominated to federal bench
President Bush has nominated Alexandria attorney Anthony Trenga to a federal judgeship in the Eastern District of Virginia.
New congresswoman proposes lower mph
California's newest member of Congress is proposing a new national speed limit of 60 miles per hour.
Senate passes doctor reimbursement bill
The Senate, with Democrat Ted Kennedy casting a crucial vote, approved legislation by a veto-proof margin Wednesday that would void a 10.6 percent pay cut for doctors treating Medicare patients.
Bushmen denied visas to build mud-huts in Va.
Three West African bushmen recruited to build a mud-hut village at the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia have been denied visas because officials say the men were poor, didn't speak English and failed to convince them that their visit only would be temporary.
Warner raises $3 million since March
Democrat Mark Warner raised nearly $3 million for his U.S. Senate race since April, bringing his total to $9.3 million.
Senate OKs names for new courthouse
The U.S. Senate has passed legislation naming a new federal courthouse in Richmond after two judges. |
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