Dec 12th, 2005 · With ethics scandals and charges on the rise in the House, several Democrats have offered a series of rule changes that would restrict the role of lobbyists. But most Republicans are dismissing the effort as a partisan ploy.
Oct 24th, 2005 · Hurricane Wilma passes over the east coast of Florida as a Category 2 storm and surprises residents with its power. Far from diminishing as it moved over land, the storm's wind stayed strong, tossing trees and ripping roofs.
Jul 26th, 2005 · The Service Employees International Union, which is leaving the AFL-CIO, says the umbrella labor organization has not spent enough money or effort lately on organizing. The SEIU says more money must be spent on recruiting new members.
Jun 13th, 2005 · Bodice-Ripping Reading June 13, 2005 · Special correspondent Susan Stamberg, known to NPR listeners for her keen artistic sensibility, shares her not-so-highbrow summer reading interests.