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Washington, D.C. having an office boom
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Jan 8, 2010
Washington, D.C. is set to topple New York City as the most expensive office rental market in the country. Nancy Marshall Genzer reports why everyone -- from corporations to lobbyists -- is vying for real estate in the nation's capital.
Is jobs summit just PR?
Dec 3, 2009
President Obama kicks off a summit in Washington to share ideas for tackling unemployment. New York bureau chief Amy Scott talks the details with Steve Chiotakis.
Stimulus projects stuck on the ground
Oct 23, 2009
The first stimulus-funded road project started in March. While that project is almost done, many others are not. Elizabeth Threlkeld reports.
Defense contractors face lean times
John Dimsdale Oct 20, 2009
Giant military contractor Lockheed Martin reported a healthy third-quarter profit. But it's still a tough environment for defense contractors. John Dimsdale reports.
Benefits big lure in military recruitment
John Dimsdale Oct 14, 2009
For the first time since 1973, the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines have met or exceeded recruitment targets. It's not just the weak job market that's a factor. The military benefits package is a big draw. John Dimsdale reports.
Congress returns to its daily grind
Steve Henn Sep 8, 2009
Congress comes back to Washington, D.C. this week after summer break, and the local economy is excited to return to business as usual. But health care is threatening to take up a lot of space on the debate floor. Steve Henn reports.
Trade, currency top focus in China talks
Tamara Keith Jul 27, 2009
Tensions are high as U.S. and Chinese officials converge today in Washington. Talks will focus on trade between the two countries, U.S. consumption of Chinese products and whether China's currency is undervalued. Tamara Keith reports.
More people drawn to government work
John Dimsdale Jul 16, 2009
A job fair in D.C. today is attracting legions of prospective employees, and not just because of the poor job market. John Dimsdale explores changing views of the federal government and why people are becoming more interested.
U.S., South Korea hunt cyber attackers
Dan Grech Jul 9, 2009
Officials are trying to find the source of a new wave of cyber attacks on Web sites in the U.S. and South Korea. There's speculation that North Korea is behind the attacks, but sourcing a cyber offensive can be tricky. Dan Grech reports.
Fuel efficiency enters bailout debate
John Dimsdale Dec 9, 2008
Haggling over a $15 billion government rescue of the American automobile industry continues in Washington. One of the issues still being debated is how much fuel efficiency should be imposed on carmakers. John Dimsdale reports.
