Map shows 16 states where it's illegal to cheat on your wife
The list of states where adultery is a crime could drop to 15 as New York legislators consider repealing an old law.
Democratic state parties owe more debt than Republican ones
A Newsweek analysis of state's debt levels has revealed the 23 branches of the Democratic Party with debts.
The most popular dog name in every U.S. state has been revealed
Movies and television influenced many of the canine names chosen, with Winnie, Zeus, Gizmo, Thor and Mickey among the most popular, according to a new study.
The most popular cat name in every U.S. state has been revealed
One feline moniker proved particularly popular while an unusual naming trend emerged in California.
See aftermath of Oklahoma McDonald's devastated by rare cyclonic tornado
The storm caused significant damage in Shawnee, Oklahoma—as seen by the state of the local McDonald's branch.
Texas election could determine fate of death row inmates
Currently, all nine judges on the state's Court of Criminal Appeals are Republicans. Democrats have not won a seat on the court since the late 1990s.
Can felons vote in U.S. midterms? A state by state guide
Convicted criminals traditionally lost their right to vote, sometimes forever, but felons' electoral rights are increasingly being restored, though laws vary.
Democrat incumbents in the House are most vulnerable in these 3 states
Two Democratic incumbents in purple districts and another in a conservative district could lose their seats to their Republican opponents, projections show.
Naming Your Dog? Fresh Study Reveals Most Popular Choices in Each State
One name ranked as the most popular name for canine friends in 35 states.
Mega Millions Lottery: Expert Advice for Players and Potential Winners
"Approximately 70 percent of lottery winners spend down their [lottery winnings] and one-third of them even declare bankruptcy," says one expert.
Ted Cruz Wants Texas to Repeal Law Banning Gay Sex
"Government has no business in their bedrooms," a Cruz spokesperson said about the state's sodomy ban.
Madeleine Albright: Memoriam and Reminiscence
Historians and policy analysts will remember Madeleine Albright best for her dedication to liberal democracy—inclusive public institutions, multiparty elections, human rights and the rule of law—to which she was willing to commit American power.
Cuomo's Lawyer Says Assembly Members Could Face Harassment Accusations Next
There were "new questions about whether the AG violated the terms of the investigative referral made to her office," said attorney Rita Glavin.
California First State to Prohibit 'Stealthing,' Amends Marital Rape Law
"I urge other states to follow in California's direction and make it clear that stealthing is not just immoral but illegal," Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia said.
Ex-Chief of Staff for Maryland Governor Accused of Misusing $280K in Funds
"Maryland residents should always demand honesty and integrity from those in government," Acting U.S. Attorney Jonathan Lenzner said.
Oklahoma Parole Board Paves Way for State's First Execution in 6 Years
The parole board voted 3-2 to reject a clemency request for death row inmate John Marion Grant, whose scheduled execution date is October 28, 2021.
Voting Bills Will Have Biggest Impact in Georgia, Arizona and Pennsylvania
Since the 2020 presidential election, 43 states have seen the introduction of state bills that would restrict voting access.
Mitt Romney Pushes Back on Giving Some States COVID Relief
"As a former governor, if the federal government is going to be handing out billions of dollars, I'm going to have my hand out to get as much as I can," Romney said.
Biden Tax Calculator, How Democrat Candidate's Plan Will Affect You
Biden's tax plan could see marginal tax rates rise for the top 1 percent of earners, while middle class families will see tax cuts, according to several think tanks.
Joe Biden Tax Plan Will See Highest Marginal Rates in These 5 States
The marginal state and local tax rates under Biden's tax proposal would be the highest they have been since 1986.
Trump's Unemployment Benefits Could End Up Being $300 Not $400, Here's Why
It's unclear when people would start to receive the expanded benefits and some states are concerned about how they'll foot their 25 percent contribution.
Why Isn't Washington, D.C. a State? The Capitol's Long Quest For Statehood
The reason why Washington, D.C. isn't a state can be traced back to the American Revolution before Congress had a permanent home.
Up to 14 Million Americans Shut Out of Unemployment Benefits
For every 10 Americans who successfully filed unemployment claims during the coronavirus pandemic, at least three or four more have been unable to register due to rampant state-by-state technological problems.
Degree in Marijuana Will Be Offered by Colorado University
University officials announced plans to launch a new degree program in fall 2020 that would offer students training geared toward the state's flourishing cannabis industry.
Here Are All The States That Have Passed Anti-Abortion Laws This Year
Nearly a dozen conservative states have passed laws restricting abortion access in 2019.
SCOTUS Eyes Abortion Debate as Justice Calls for Rulings on State Laws
"Given the potential for abortion to become a tool of eugenic manipulation, the Court will soon need to confront the constitutionality of laws like Indiana's," Justice Clarence Thomas wrote in his opinion.
Missouri Set to Become First State Without an Abortion Clinic in Four Days
"This is not a drill. This is not a warning. This is a real public health crisis," Leana Wen, the president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, said in a statement.
Abortion Rights Advocates Say Nationwide Protests Were Only the Beginning
"Lawmakers need to listen to all of those grass-roots activists out in the streets yesterday, because they will most certainly be voting come November," said Toni Van Pelt, president of the National Organization for Women.
Rural Illinois GOP Proposes Making Chicago 51st State
Illinois Republicans proposed the legislation, which is likely to incite ongoing infighting between urban and rural populations rather than create a 51st state.
Who Are the World's Longest-Serving Heads of State?
Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika's decision to resign early came weeks after Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev ended his own decades-long reign, but many other leaders seem set to stay.