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Could America's divide on marijuana be coming to an end?

Could America's divide on marijuana be coming to an end?

The U.S. is divided when it comes to state and federal marijuana policy, but recent political developments could move the country toward a greater acceptance of cannabis.
Democrats claiming Florida Senate seat is in play haven't put money behind the effort to make it so

Democrats claiming Florida Senate seat is in play haven't put money behind the effort to make it so

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Florida Democrats made bold claims last week about their chances in a state that has steadily grown more conservative in recent years.
Two Black women could make US Senate history this election. But they strive to make a difference

Two Black women could make US Senate history this election. But they strive to make a difference

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has the potential for history-making this fall , with not one, but two, Black women possibly elected to the chamber, a situation never seen in America since Congress was created more than 200 years ago.
From Chinese to Italians and beyond, maligning a culture via its foods is a longtime American habit

From Chinese to Italians and beyond, maligning a culture via its foods is a longtime American habit

NEW YORK (AP) — It's a practice that's about as American as apple pie — accusing immigrant and minority communities of engaging in bizarre or disgusting behaviors when it comes to what and how they eat and drink, a kind of shorthand for saying they d
Debate was an 'eye opener' in suburban Philadelphia and Harris got a closer look

Debate was an 'eye opener' in suburban Philadelphia and Harris got a closer look

BRISTOL, Pa. (AP) — The presidential debate this week was the final affront to Rosie Torres' lifelong Republicanism.
Harris and Trump are jockeying for battleground states after their debate faceoff

Harris and Trump are jockeying for battleground states after their debate faceoff

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are making a beeline for swing states that they hope to flip in their favor this year, both of them trying to expand their narrow paths to victory in a closely fought pr
Candidates can use campaign funds for child care in most states, but few do

Candidates can use campaign funds for child care in most states, but few do

Georgia Democratic Sen. Kim Jackson has two boys –- a 3-year-old and a 4-month old.
Most Americans don't trust AI-powered election information: AP-NORC/USAFacts survey

Most Americans don't trust AI-powered election information: AP-NORC/USAFacts survey

WASHINGTON (AP) — Jim Duggan uses ChatGPT almost daily to draft marketing emails for his carbon removal credit business in Huntsville, Alabama.
Scott Walker's campaign baffles Wisconsin voters who mistake him for more famous namesake

Scott Walker's campaign baffles Wisconsin voters who mistake him for more famous namesake

PLATTEVILLE, Wis. (AP) — Scott Walker loves unions, thinks women should have the right to an abortion and wants to expand health care coverage. If you're confused, get in line.

Judge disqualifies Cornel West and Claudia De la Cruz from running for president in Georgia

ATLANTA (AP) — Presidential candidates Cornel West and Claudia De la Cruz are disqualified from running for president in Georgia, two state court judges ruled Wednesday, saying that their electors didn't file the proper paperwork.
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