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Stories by Daniel B. Wood

Daniel B. Wood is a staff writer for the Christian Science Monitor.

The Crisis Hasn't Hit Everywhere: 10 States Weathering the Economic Storm

Not every state has been burned by the housing bust. And having oil and gas revenues doesn't hurt either.
Posted on Apr 27, 2009, Source: Christian Science Monitor

States Feeling the Pinch From Bush Economy

Housing bust and falling sales-tax revenues remind some officials of the period before 2001 recession.
Posted on Oct 24, 2007, Source: Christian Science Monitor

L.A. Company Gives Gang-Bangers Jobs, Options

Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles opened its fourth location last week, providing jobs and training to former gangsters.
Posted on Oct 9, 2007, Source: Christian Science Monitor

Must Menus in California Count Calories, Carbs, Fats?

A bill is on the governor's desk, and 4 of 5 state residents back it. But restaurant chains say mandatory measures are lawsuits waiting to happen.
Posted on Sep 21, 2007, Source: Christian Science Monitor

Should People Be Allowed To Smoke at Home?

Condos and apartments are the new no-smoking frontier. Seniors are leading the way in the new battle to ban smoking from communal environments.
Posted on Feb 9, 2007, Source: Christian Science Monitor

Latino Politicians Gain Ground

The high-profile election of charismatic Antonio Villaraigosa as mayor of Los Angeles builds on Hispanic gains in government over the past 25 years.
Posted on May 20, 2005, Source: Christian Science Monitor