What to know about abortion lawsuits in US courts this week
After the Texas Supreme Court ruled against a Texas woman seeking permission to obtain an abortion in the state, three other state top courts are scheduled to hear abortion cases this week.
After the Texas Supreme Court ruled against a Texas woman seeking permission to obtain an abortion in the state, three other state top courts are scheduled to hear abortion cases this week.
Texas woman who sought court permission for abortion leaves state for the procedure, attorneys say
A judge gave Kate Cox, a mother of two from the Dallas area, permission last week but that decision was put on hold by the state’s all-Republican high court.
A judge gave Kate Cox, a mother of two from the Dallas area, permission last week but that decision was put on hold by the state’s all-Republican high court.
2024 laws will increase minimum wage, continue tax relief in Delaware
January 1, 2024, marks the day that bills involving minimum wage, hazardous cleanup rates and employer tax relief will go into effect.
January 1, 2024, marks the day that bills involving minimum wage, hazardous cleanup rates and employer tax relief will go into effect.
New Pennsylvania laws coming for 2024. Here's what you should know:
From dog penalties to flood insurance, Gov. Josh Shapiro signed more than a hundred bills into law in 2023. Here's a look at some of the new laws that will go into effect beginning January 1, 2024:
From dog penalties to flood insurance, Gov. Josh Shapiro signed more than a hundred bills into law in 2023. Here's a look at some of the new laws that will go into effect beginning January 1, 2024:
These New Jersey laws are taking effect in 2024 - including a minimum wage increase
The Garden State will see several new laws go into effect in 2024, including a minimum wage increase and tax breaks for several groups.
The Garden State will see several new laws go into effect in 2024, including a minimum wage increase and tax breaks for several groups.
Missouri lawmakers again propose allowing homicide charges for women who have abortions
Some Republican Missouri lawmakers are renewing their call to allow homicide charges against women who have abortions.
Some Republican Missouri lawmakers are renewing their call to allow homicide charges against women who have abortions.
Fans First Act: New bill aims to address flaws in live event ticketing system
“From ensuring fans get refunds for canceled shows to banning speculative ticket sales, this bipartisan legislation will improve the ticketing experience,” said Sen. Amy Klobuchar, one of the sponsors of the new bill.
“From ensuring fans get refunds for canceled shows to banning speculative ticket sales, this bipartisan legislation will improve the ticketing experience,” said Sen. Amy Klobuchar, one of the sponsors of the new bill.
Hunter Biden indicted on 9 tax-related charges in special counsel probe
Hunter Biden has been indicted on nine tax charges in California as a special counsel investigation into the business dealings of the president’s son intensifies against the backdrop of the looming 2024 election.
Hunter Biden has been indicted on nine tax charges in California as a special counsel investigation into the business dealings of the president’s son intensifies against the backdrop of the looming 2024 election.
PA congress members call for termination of UPenn President Liz Magill amid backlash
Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) is leading the call for the termination of University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill amid the uproar following her recent testimony on antisemitism that occurred on the university's campus.
Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) is leading the call for the termination of University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill amid the uproar following her recent testimony on antisemitism that occurred on the university's campus.
Texas judge grants pregnant woman permission to get an abortion despite state’s ban
The judge said she would grant a temporary restraining order that would allow Kate Cox, a mother of two from the Dallas area, to have an abortion. That decision is likely to be appealed by the state.
The judge said she would grant a temporary restraining order that would allow Kate Cox, a mother of two from the Dallas area, to have an abortion. That decision is likely to be appealed by the state.
House votes to censure Rep. Jamaal Bowman for pulling fire alarm in Capitol office building
The Republican censure resolution passed with some Democratic votes, but most Democrats stood by Bowman in opposition of an effort they said lacked credibility and integrity.
The Republican censure resolution passed with some Democratic votes, but most Democrats stood by Bowman in opposition of an effort they said lacked credibility and integrity.
Republican debate takeaways: Presidential hopefuls target Nikki Haley more than Trump
With the Iowa caucuses rapidly approaching, a shrinking field of Republican White House hopefuls gathered Wednesday in Alabama for the fourth presidential debate.
With the Iowa caucuses rapidly approaching, a shrinking field of Republican White House hopefuls gathered Wednesday in Alabama for the fourth presidential debate.
Kevin McCarthy resigning from Congress, he says
Two months ago, Kevin McCarthy was booted as House speaker.
Two months ago, Kevin McCarthy was booted as House speaker.
Republican debate: Nikki Haley targeted by rivals as they all trail Trump
Nikki Haley is facing new criticism in the opening moments of the fourth debate for Republican presidential hopefuls.
Nikki Haley is facing new criticism in the opening moments of the fourth debate for Republican presidential hopefuls.
Trump calls on his supporters to 'guard the vote' but what does that mean?
Former President Donald Trump is urging supporters to “guard the vote” during next year's election, a phrase that set off alarm bells among pro-democracy advocates who say it signals permission to his followers to take extreme measures.
Former President Donald Trump is urging supporters to “guard the vote” during next year's election, a phrase that set off alarm bells among pro-democracy advocates who say it signals permission to his followers to take extreme measures.
Sandra Day O'Connor to lie in repose at U.S. Supreme Court
Funeral plans have been announced for late Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
Funeral plans have been announced for late Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
Biden tells donors he's not sure he would be running for reelection if Trump wasn't: 'We cannot let him win'
President Joe Biden has told campaign donors that he isn’t sure he’d be running for reelection if Donald Trump wasn’t also in the race.
President Joe Biden has told campaign donors that he isn’t sure he’d be running for reelection if Donald Trump wasn’t also in the race.
Tuberville ends blockade of hundreds of military promotions
Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama says he is ending his blockade of hundreds of military promotions, clearing the way for hundreds to be approved.
Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama says he is ending his blockade of hundreds of military promotions, clearing the way for hundreds to be approved.
North Carolina Rep. McHenry, key in House speaker deadlock, won't run in 2024
McHenry, who was first elected to the House in 2004 at age 29, unveiled his surprise decision as candidate filing started this week in North Carolina.
McHenry, who was first elected to the House in 2004 at age 29, unveiled his surprise decision as candidate filing started this week in North Carolina.
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ends 2024 Republican presidential bid
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination on Monday after a stronger-than-expected showing fueled by a gift card-for-campaign donation gimmick that helped get him on the debate stage.
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination on Monday after a stronger-than-expected showing fueled by a gift card-for-campaign donation gimmick that helped get him on the debate stage.