The U.S. Border Patrol's struggle to keep new hires has become more evident as the agency comes close to meeting President Bush's target of 18,000 agents by the end of the year, up from 12,000 two years ago and double the number from eight years ago. Read more »
State Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner on Wednesday announced a plan that will give drivers the option of paying for their automobile insurance based on the miles they drive. That would encourage motorists to drive less — saving fuel and cutting emissions. Read more »
