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| Washington D.C. Bureau
Today's News Move from Capitol set in stone for Arkansas dignitary WASHINGTON - Probably the only man who might be angry over James Paul Clarke's removal from the U. - Sunday, Oct 5, 2008 Political Notebook: 'Huckabee' outpaces other cable shows WASHINGTON - "Huckabee" was a hit, sort of. - Sunday, Oct 5, 2008 Past News House members again support bailout WASHINGTON - Arkansas lawmakers on Friday voted yes for the second time on a financial bailout package, despite angry concern from two lawmakers about add-ons that increase the budget deficit. - Sat, Oct 04, 2008 Pryor regrets interview that led to unflattering movie role WASHINGTON - Don't look for Mark Pryor to win an Oscar for his appearance the new movie, "Religulous. - Fri, Oct 03, 2008 Arkansas House members lament bailout vote WASHINGTON - Dismayed by the House's rejection of a $700 billion economic rescue plan, Arkansas congressmen Monday warned of dangerous economic times ahead for their constituents. - Tue, Sep 30, 2008 Report states Justice botched U.S. attorney firings WASHINGTON - An internal investigation released Monday described the Justice Department's 2006 firings of Arkansas federal prosecutor Bud Cummins and eight other U. - Tue, Sep 30, 2008 Washington Digest: Lawmakers rush to wrap up session WASHINGTON - Congress scrambled to finish its work for the year amid chaotic and contentious debate last week over plans to revive a struggling economy. - Mon, Sep 29, 2008 Senate passes FEMA trailers bill WASHINGTON - The Senate on Friday approved unanimously a bill to force the government to make a plan to remove thousands of trailers from the Hope Municipal Airport. - Sat, Sep 27, 2008 Congress to fund UA research WASHINGTON - Congress is expected to approve by the end of the week a spending bill that includes money for research into biological weapons detection systems at the University of Arkansas. - Fri, Sep 26, 2008 Huckabee TV show to debut Saturday WASHINGTON - Broadcaster-turned-politician Mike Huckabee is turning to broadcasting once more. - Fri, Sep 26, 2008 Lawmakers balk at Bush bailout bid WASHINGTON - While acknowledging the need to act quickly to aid imperiled financial institutions, Sen. - Thu, Sep 25, 2008 Washington Digest: House votes to ease restrictions on offshore drilling WASHINGTON - Oil drilling would be permitted 50 miles from the U. - Mon, Sep 22, 2008 David Pryor vetted via video WASHINGTON - It's not like David Pryor missed out on much being 1,000 miles away from his confirmation hearing Wednesday. - Thu, Sep 18, 2008 'Gang' energy plan hits roadblock WASHINGTON - An energy bill that had been advertised as a harmonious, bipartisan compromise hit a rough spot this week that delayed its introduction in the Senate, said Sen. - Thu, Sep 18, 2008 Washington Digest: Congress rescues highway fund WASHINGTON?- Congress voted last week to rescue the federal highway trust fund that officials said was on the verge of going broke. - Mon, Sep 15, 2008 Lincoln in line to lead agriculture committee WASHINGTON - A Senate shakeup could place Sen. Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas as the leader of the Senate Agriculture Committee, a post giving her more clout on Capitol Hill and likely more political security at home. - Sun, Sep 14, 2008 Lincoln: Palin should not be immune from tough questions WASHINGTON - Sarah Palin should face tough questions about parenting and family issues just like female politicians now in Washington, Sen. - Fri, Sep 12, 2008 Huckabee claims 'funniest celebrity' crown WASHINGTON - With wisecracks about his opponents and quips about life on the campaign trail, Mike Huckabee joked his way to the title of Washington's funniest celebrity Wednesday. - Fri, Sep 12, 2008 UAPB receives economic development grant WASHINGTON - The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will receive a $100,000 federal grant to help support new businesses in southeast Arkansas. - Fri, Sep 12, 2008 Senators optimistic on energy plan WASHINGTON - In the protracted fight in Congress over energy, Arkansas' two senators see some promise in a plan they support that is drawing interest from other lawmakers. - Thu, Sep 11, 2008 Law enforcement agencies, anti-drug groups gain grant money WASHINGTON - Law enforcement agencies in Washington and Sebastian counties will receive some federal aid this year for equipment upgrades. - Wed, Sep 10, 2008 Government acquires more land for wildlife refuge WASHINGTON - The federal Migratory Bird Conservation Commission on Tuesday announced it approved the purchase of 24 acres to add to the Cache River National Wildlife Refuge in east Arkansas. - Wed, Sep 10, 2008 |