Housing crisis hits exurbs hard

Home values have fallen 43 percent in Victorville, Calif., but the city has rebounded from previous slumps.

Fuel cost now driving up electric bills

Disconnect notices have risen sharply, indicating stress on more households.

Washington 'power couple' takes on race

William and Janet Cohen want to use their experience as a mixed-race couple to start an open discussion on race in America.

Finding a welcome home for used books

With volunteer effort, David Mazor's idea has helped readers around the U.S.

Military revisits Afghanistan plan

A key component is likely to be more troops, but the strategy must go beyond that, experts say.

Berliners welcome Obama as they did JFK

The Democratic presidential nominee, who delivers the sole public foreign policy speech of his overseas tour here Thursday, was dubbed 'president of the world' by Der Spiegel.

Rising costs of financial turmoil

The multibillion-dollar cost of government bailouts is just the start.

McCain camp cries foul

Media coverage favors Obama, his campaign says.

In Berlin, Obama calls for stronger U.S.-Europe partnership

The Illinois senator addressed an enthusiastic crowd of some 250,000 that stretched for a mile to the storied Brandenburg Gate.

How one vet's persistence paid off

Paul Weaver wanted answers from the VA about his disability benefits. In the end, the Iraq war vet helped many others.

A housing rescue nears – but for whom?

Minority neighborhoods would especially benefit from a $3.9 billion aid package.

Obama and McCain diverge on Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Obama likely to return US to role of 'honest broker.' McCain sees fighting Islamic extremists as paramount.

How a feisty Florida town fends off malls

Communities can take a lesson from this old pirate's nest: Locals can control their environs.

Picking a No. 2 in the glare of the Internet age

More than ever, vice presidential wannabes must maneuver between groveling and remaining cool.

'Clean' squads in the hunt at Tour de France

Even as doping scandals plague the race, three teams that disavow drugs are making a strong showing.

Historic first terror trial opens at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba

Hamdan case tests special courts for 'illegal enemy combatants.'

Economic stimulus, Round 2?

Rumblings about a possible second boost prompt economists to look at alternatives to the 'tax rebate.'

Detainees’ rights debated as Guantanamo trial begins

After issuing landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has yet to clarify the appeals process for more than 275 Guantanamo detainees.

The spread of bans on driving while texting

Legislatures in at least 14 states are considering restrictions on drivers tapping out text messages. Four states already have bans.

For teens, few jobs this summer

The economic downturn pushed last month's teen employment rate to its lowest point in 60 years.

Muslim activists reach out

In Dearborn, Mich., young Muslims have banded together to support teens in their community and teach others about their faith.

Judge allows Hamdan military trial to go forward

It's a win for the Bush administration, which insists that Guantánamo proceedings are necessary to fight the war on terror.

Two national paths to Olympic glory

The US's approach looks ad hoc compared with China's centralized system.

How much federal help for housing?

Woes of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac revive debate on the role of government in the market.

Fuel costs strain U.S. mass transit, too

With ridership up, L.A.'s Metro raises fares and pushes for new tax revenue.

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