Gas prices approach $4 a gallon in U.S., $6 in California
The average U.S. gallon of gas neared $4 on Wednesday as California closed in on $6, with prices fueled by…
Congress requests documents after reports on California hospice fraud
A California legislator’s investigation into hospice fraud in the Los Angeles area shows that almost 300 licensed hospice providers are…
California, Arizona work on removing Cesar Chavez’s name
Editor's note: This story has been updated to include a Phoenix City Council vote. …
Maryland climate ruling tees up U.S. Supreme Court case
The Maryland Supreme Court, in a 3-2 decision, rejected a lawsuit on Tuesday by climate activists seeking damages from energy…
Poll: 70% of Americans support in-person requirement for abortion pills
A new national survey finds widespread support for requiring women to see a doctor in person before receiving abortion pills. …
Trump admin says Iran peace talks ‘ongoing’ as ground forces head to region
Mixed signals are being sent on the direction of the conflict with Iran as multiple reports claim ground forces are…
Schumer throws wrench into bipartisan plan to reopen DHS
The ongoing partial government shutdown is the second longest shutdown in American history as of Wednesday, and recent bipartisan negotiations…
EXCLUSIVE: Solar debate shifts to legislature, courts as tensions escalate
As Michigan moves towards 100% renewable energy by 2040, communities across the state are wrestling with how much control they…
Trump’s meeting with China back on for May
President Donald Trump will be meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in mid-May, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said…
National medical school accreditor drops remaining DEI requirements
The largest and only national accrediting body for medical schools has dropped its remaining diversity, equity and inclusion language from…
DHS pushes back on Minnesota lawsuit over Metro Surge shootings
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is defending federal agents’ actions in three Minnesota shootings while pushing back on claims…
Small business owners seek tax cuts, tariff relief as prices increase
Small business owners want more tax breaks and lower tariffs as they report higher operating costs. …