October 2011 Archive
Century Man
One of the driving forces behind U.S. Century Bank is Sergio Pino, a prominent Miami developer and political donor.
Florida Bank, Used as ATM by Insiders, Won TARP Loan But Now Teeters
U.S. Century Bank had very high rates of insider loans and other red flags, yet got a $50.2 million TARP loan. Now that taxpayer money may be lost as the bank stumbles under heavy losses.
Our Guide to the Best Coverage of Herman Cain
Want a feel for what The Hermanator Experience™ is all about? Start here.
Despite Evidence of FBI Bungling, New Probe Into Anthrax Killings Unlikely
In response to a joint investigation by PBS' Frontline, McClatchy and ProPublica, Iowa Sen. Charles Grassley and two congressman said that it is unlikely that the FBI will reopen its investigation into the anthrax cases.
What Is the Keystone XL Pipeline — and Why Is It So Controversial?
We sort through Keystone XL's economic promises, environmental risks and the conflicts of interest that continue to make headlines.
This Week’s Top MuckReads: Deadly Day Cares and Questionable Donations
Our rundown of this week’s best investigative or accountability journalism.
The Basics on the Latest Murdoch Scandal
Another high-profile executive within the Murdoch empire stepped down this week. But there are conflicting accounts of what brought on his resignation. Here’s a rundown of the basics.
Dive into the Anthrax Files
The government’s allegation that former U.S. Army microbiologist Bruce E. Ivins was the 2001 anthrax killer draws on a massive cache of documents. We obtained many of them in reporting our stories about the case with partners PBS’ “Frontline” and McClatchy.
Analysis: Alleged Assassination Plot Doesn't Fit Past Iranian Behavior
Plot to kill Saudi ambassador with Mexican drug cartel's help would represent a brazen, new direction for both, which have avoided direct confrontation with the U.S. The case increases concerns about growing activity by Iran and Hezbollah in Latin America.
Government Misses Deadline for Rules Forcing Disclosure of Industry Payments to Doctors
The Obama administration has yet to draft rules on the disclosure of industry payments to doctors, missing a deadline set out in last year's health-care law. Drug and device companies, which are required to begin collecting payment data starting next year, are still awaiting such guidance.
Trust Bust: Why No One Believes the Banks
Morgan Stanley seems solid, but so did Dexia.
Video: The Anthrax Files
A joint project by ProPublica, PBS Frontline, and McClatchy.
Editor's Note: About the Case of the Anthrax Letters
The case of the anthrax letters has been unfolding for a decade now. Some of those involved in preparing these reports covered the story when it broke and had been investigating bio-defense issues even earlier.
