Defense
Questions surround stadium security for Obama speech
Average security and scalped tickets put nomination event on par with a Broncos game.
Oversight
Obama camp steering clear of transition talk
Candidate's team is silent while lawmakers speculate about a Democrat-led presidency.
Pay & Benefits
Smarter Self-Assessments
How you write your annual performance appraisal could mean the difference between mediocre and exceptional ratings.
News
The Basics: The Hatch Act
With the conventions under way and the elections drawing closer, now is a good time to brush up on the rules governing political activity in the federal workplace.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: DHS unveils wireless radio for emergency response
D.C. public safety officials will test the technology , but are skeptical that wireless networks will remain open during disasters.
Oversight
Federal employees are urged not to leave computers running
Turning off machines at night seems like a small step, but the savings could be huge, according to technology companies.
Defense
Retired generals advising Obama bring range of expertise
More than 70 retired generals and admirals from all four services are counseling the Democratic candidate.
Pay & Benefits
EEOC issues guide for hiring, promoting disabled employees
Online resource outlines the tools at agencies’ disposal and the rules they must follow.
News
Marine veteran runs a tight convention
Convention's deputy CEO makes sure everything goes according to plan at Denver's Pepsi Center.
Defense
Authorities play down plot against Obama
U.S. attorney refers to two men arrested as "meth heads" and not a "real threat."
Oversight
McCain defends VA health proposal
Obama camp calls program "privatization;" veterans' advocates are wary.
Management
Touting Transparency
The Air Force links packets of information to make strategic decisions across the board.
Oversight
FAA system failure grounds hundreds of flights
Agency says software problem appears to be the cause.
Tech
From Nextgov.com: Agencies increase adoption of e-travel services
Northrop Grumman's application has serviced 1 million trips .
News