Amazon ends suspense over HQ

Internet giant says new home will be split between New York, Washington

NEW YORK - For more than a year, cities around the country waited in suspense over whether they'd be chosen as Amazon's second home.

The online retail giant held the promise of 50,000 jobs and the possibility of changing their fortunes. So the 20 finalists dangled tax incentives, showcased their workforce and even signed nondisclosure agreements to keep the process secret - doing whatever it would take to woo the company.