The City Paper:  Edward Ericson Jr. reports on a mortgage broker going bankrupt and seeking mortgage modification as taxpayers face mounting bailout bills.

The New York Times: Two More Setbacks in Securities Fraud Cases.

The Wall Street Journal: Smith & Wesson Under Investigation for Possible FCPA Violations.

The Wall Street Journal: Corruption Arrests Hit Record in New York City.

The Baltimore Sun: Jessamy Draws Challenger to Re-Election. Bernstein Seen as Serious Contender for City State’s Attorney, Comments Steve Levin.

The Baltimore Sun: No Real Punishment For Defrauding the City.