The chart above displays updated data from Baker Hughes on rig counts for oil  and natural gas drilling in the U.S.  Over the last two years, there’s been a complete reversal of the share of rigs drilling for oil vs. … read more >

The EIA released monthly oil production data today by state through the end of 2011, confirming that for the first time ever, North Dakota’s oil production in December (535,000 barrels per day) surpassed California  (531,000 barrels per day).  Based on … read more >

Santa Monica College to offer two-tier course pricing:  “The school’s governing board has approved a plan to offer certain high-demand classes for a higher price when the regular classes have filled up. It’s believed to be the first such scheme … read more >

From Michigan Public Radio: “Detroit automakers are creating thousands of new jobs amid a sales boom. And as they expand, their suppliers are racing to keep up, adding tens of thousands of new jobs.  In a dramatic reversal, many suppliers, … read more >

Bloomberg — “Emma Edwards, 26, has no control over the fine motor muscles in her hands, which stay tightly and awkwardly clenched. She also can’t talk, walk or move her arms more than 20 inches at a time. Edwards, who … read more >