Jailbirds Order Up Hot Wings

In a bid to raise cash and keep the peace in crowded jails, wardens nationwide are offering inmates the chance to order meatball subs, jumbo cheeseburgers and chicken parmesan. Critics, however, fear the deliveries will inspire envy and even extortion behind bars.

Finance Bill Hits Impasse in Senate

Republicans joined in the Senate to block Democrats' overhaul of financial regulation, opening a period of uncertainty for the bill.

No New Neighbors for an Icon

Gov. Schwarzenegger said a final donation by Playboy's Hugh Hefner completed the $12.5 million fund-raising drive to protect the 138 acres behind the sign.

Home Care Yields Medicare Bounty

An analysis of Medicare payments to home health-care firms raises questions about whether some are taking advantage of the Medicare reimbursement system for home therapy visits.

Harvard Could Be Selling Point for Kagan

Elena Kagan's track record of recruiting conservatives as well as liberals and her reputation as a conciliator at Harvard could bolster her chances of a Supreme Court nomination.

Oil Spill Likely to Reach Land in Days

The giant oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico is likely to reach land as early as Saturday, despite massive containment efforts, a federal official charged with tracking the slick said Monday.

Foreign Buyers Crowding In

Foreign investors are leading the way as New York's commercial real-estate sales market shows signs of coming back to life.

The Spite House?

At a White House ceremony honoring the Yankees for winning the 2009 World Series, President Obama couldn't help getting in some baseball digs on behalf of his hometown Chicago White Sox.

'American Idiot' Shows Signs of Picking Up

"American Idiot," one of Broadway's big musical gambles this season, posted its strongest week yet?though a challenge remains to get punk-loving 20-somethings in the door.

A Case for Those Extra 10 Pounds

A body of research is emerging that suggests that there's little risk to carrying a few extra pounds. And there may even be some benefit.

Freelancers Seek Pay

As more people turn to freelance and independent consulting to make a living, they are landing roles they weren't prepared for: bill collectors.