Management
Obama Mobilizes Federal Agencies to Prevent Spread of Zika Virus
Cases of the virus have been confirmed in the United States.
Management
D.C. World War I Memorial Design to Honor Common Soldier
Concept for adaptation of Pershing Park might still be tweaked by agencies.
Management
Do Workers Slack Off More When the Economy's Better?
During recessions, employees may feel a need to work harder to keep their jobs—but there’s also less work to do.
Tech
Slack Messages Could Be Subject to FOIA Requests
If you work for a government agency, your taco emoji are federal records.
Management
ISIS, Global Threats Boost U.S. Arms Exports
Lockheed Martin, the world’s largest defense contractor, reported strong export growth, and it’s not alone.
Defense
A Dramatic Turn in the Oregon Standoff: Eight Arrests and a Death
Militia leaders Ammon and Ryan Bundy were taken into custody and spokesman LaVoy Finicum killed after an encounter with the FBI and state police.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Hillary Clinton Campaigns in Poetry
Late-night dissects the CNN Democratic town hall.
Management
Are You Turning Off Your New Employees on Day One?
Take a good look at your onboarding process.
Route Fifty
Kentucky’s New Governor: Ignoring ‘Our Financial Problems Is No Longer an Option’
In his inaugural budget address, Matt Bevin repeats his intentions to scale back Medicaid expansion and shut down the state’s health care exchange.
Management
Washington Agencies to Reopen Wednesday With Three-Hour Delay
Employees have the option of taking unscheduled leave or telework.
Nextgov
DHS Wants Better Social Media Screening Technology
In a new request for information, DHS said it is looking for open source “privacy, civil rights and civil liberties-protecting analytic methods."
Route Fifty
Judge OKs Kentucky Sales Tax Incentives for Noah’s Ark Installation
At question: Can a religious-themed theme park use state-controlled economic development resources?
Nextgov
Who’s Worried About the 96 Percent Retention Rate at NSA?
With such low turnover, Silicon Valley and other parts of the private sector might outperform NSA in snapping up fresh talent.
Nextgov
With Lockheed Deal, Leidos Now the Government’s Largest IT Provider
As part of the deal, Lockheed Martin will receive $1.8 billion in cash from Leidos and will own a majority – 50.5 percent – equity stake in the company worth $3.2 billion.
Management
OMB, Agencies Need to Read the Fine Print in 2016 Budget
The omnibus budget passed by Congress in late December contains some performance management surprises.
Management
VA Secretary Says Job Performance Standards Have Been ‘Too Low’
Too many "outstanding" evaluations don’t make sense for an agency that gets low ratings from employees, Bob McDonald says.
Management
Obama's Executive Actions on Solitary Confinement in Federal Prisons
The president has announced new measures to reduce the use of restrictive housing in federal prisons.
Oversight
A Time for Culling, Not for Winning
Take a deep breath: Iowa and New Hampshire won’t decide the nominations
Tech
Nuclear Weapons Technology Is Out of Date
The majority of the systems in the Wyoming U.S. Air Force launch control center date back to the 1960s and 1970s.
Pay & Benefits