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Cities December 20, 2015

Ohio court could decide whether red-light cameras violate state constitution

The Ohio Supreme Court may decide if red light cameras violate the Ohio Constitution.

Legislation December 20, 2015

Union leaders opposing Calif. bill to ban lead bullets for hunters

Several unions have joined in opposition to a California bill that would stop hunters from using lead bullets, and have asked Democratic Gov. Jerry Brown not to sign the legislation.

Controversies December 20, 2015

Taxpayers on hook for molasses-spill clean up in Hawaii

It's going to cost Hawaii taxpayers millions of dollars to clean up a molasses spill in Honolulu Harbor that killed thousands of fish. 

Cities December 20, 2015

Sink won't run for Florida governor

Former Florida Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink said Friday she will not run for governor again in 2014. Sink, 65, told The Associated Press that she wants to spend more time running her foundation, Florida Next, which seeks to help young entrepreneurs grow their startup companies.

Cities December 20, 2015

FBI confirms ongoing role in Swallow investigation

FBI officials are confirming they're playing an ongoing role investigating Utah Attorney General John Swallow.  

Health care December 20, 2015

Groups wage grassroots battle ahead of ObamaCare launch

Though Republicans in D.C. are facing headwinds in their push to de-fund ObamaCare, conservative activists are plugging away at an on-the-ground effort to upend the program.

Health care December 20, 2015

The doctor is out: Doctor shortage in NM expected to worsen with ObamaCare

For years, New Mexico has suffered from a chronic shortage of doctors, especially in the rural communities of the state. Now, with the rollout of the Affordable Care Act, up to 172,000 uninsured New Mexicans are expected to receive medical coverage in the coming year. 

Financial Crises December 20, 2015

Heading in reverse: Toll road debt grows to almost $19 million a mile

As the economy continues creeping along in the slow lane, drivers will probably decide against paying the toll. 

Legislation December 20, 2015

Gun rights group sues Colorado governor over new laws

Colorado's largest state-based gun lobbying group has filed a lawsuit against Gov. John Hickenlooper over the strict new gun control measures he signed into law in the aftermath of last year's mass shootings.

States Rights December 20, 2015

Jeb Bush joins Gov. Jindal in demanding feds drop lawsuit against Louisiana over school vouchers

Jindal, a Republican considering a 2016 presidential bid, said Obama and Holder are denying students in his state the same opportunities their own children enjoy.

Legislation December 20, 2015

Shooting reopens stalled debate over access to guns for mentally ill

The deadly attack carried out at the Washington Navy Yard by a former reservist with a history of violence and mental problems has once again put the national spotlight on the country’s mentally ill and their access to guns.