Time is running out for local governments to use billions of dollars of federal pandemic relief funds
September 14, 2024
A deadly shooting at a Georgia high school has stirred debate about laws encouraging the safe storage of guns
September 06, 2024
Federal law already allows only U.S. citizens to vote in elections for president and Congress
September 01, 2024
Voters across the U.S. aren't just casting ballots this fall for president and other top offices
August 29, 2024
An Associated Press review has found that thousands of people may be paying more for flood insurance or remain unaware of the dangers of dam failures because of conflicting federal policies
August 24, 2024
Thousands of people live downstream from dams yet may not always realize the risks
August 24, 2024
Some U.S. states are scrapping investments in Chinese companies amid tensions between countries with the world's largest economies
July 25, 2024
Delegates to the Democratic National Convention are rallying behind Vice President Kamala Harris as the party's new presidential candidates
July 23, 2024
Months beforehand, some Pennsylvania lawmakers had proposed to outlaw the type of rifle that was used in the assassination attempt against Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump
July 19, 2024
Federal transportation officials are providing $5 billion to replace or improve aging bridges in 16 states
July 17, 2024
A new national divide is emerging among states over whether to track sales by gun stores
June 30, 2024
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson says he expects the state to put together an aid plan by the end of the year to try to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in Missouri
June 27, 2024
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly has vetoed a measure that could have earmarked up to $5 million for certain gun-detection software in schools
May 15, 2024
States have for decades been using foster children's federal Social Security benefits to help cover the costs of state services
May 18, 2024
Democrats got a potential boost for the 2024 congressional elections as courts in Alabama and Florida ruled recently that Republican-led legislatures had unfairly diluted the voting power of Black residents. But those cases are just two of about a dozen that could carry big consequences as Republicans campaign to hold onto their slim majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. Another trial alleging racial violations in voting districts got underway Tuesday in Georgia, where Democrats also hope to make gains, while voting rights advocates in Ohio decided to drop a legal challenge to that state’s congressional districts — providing a
September 06, 2023
When the NFL season kicks off this week, Kentucky residents and visitors — for the first time — will be able to legally place sports bets on something other than horse racing. When they do, some of that money will also fund the state’s first-ever program for people with gambling problems. Since the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for legalized sports betting five years ago, nearly three-fourths of the states have moved swiftly to allow it. State funding for problem gambling services has not kept pace, although more states — like Kentucky — are requiring at least a portion
September 05, 2023
Rising home values have led to higher real estate taxes around the U.S. Now many states are looking to provide relief to frustrated residents
June 02, 2024
A federal proposal to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug has raised the hopes of some pot backers that more states will embrace cannabis
May 04, 2024
The Missouri House has passed legislation that could protect chemical manufacturer Bayer from some lawsuits alleging a popular weedkiller causes cancer
April 24, 2024
Some public school teachers could gain new powers to bring concealed guns into Tennessee schools
April 24, 2024
An effort to limit diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives is gaining momentum in state capitals and college campuses
April 24, 2024
Persistently high interest rates have led Missouri lawmakers to significantly expand a state loan program for farmers and small businesses
April 18, 2024
State lawmakers are taking very different approaches to public safety following high-profile shootings
April 18, 2024
Voter rejection of a stadium sales tax plan for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs has raised questions about what happens next
April 04, 2024
Republican attorneys general in two dozen states are pushing back against a proposed Biden administration rule that seeks to expand diversity in apprenticeship programs
March 20, 2024
For a week, New York will be center of money-focused fight to slow climate change
Hungarian intelligence agency interviewed CEO linked to exploding Hezbollah pagers
Son of Uganda's president ends 2026 election bid
Hundreds of parachutists drop over Dutch heath to commemorate World War II operation
An Israeli strike on a school kills at least 22 people, Gaza Health Ministry says
US election uncertainty clouds UN climate finance progress
Seal marks her 50th birthday at a sanctuary. Sheba may be the oldest in captivity
Jackson marks 50th appearance for Chelsea with 2 goals in 3-0 win at West Ham
Oktoberfest is open. The world’s largest folk festival begins after ceremonial keg-tapping
Low brow and vulgar? Micro dramas shake up China's film industry, aim for Hollywood