Two women hug during a remembrance ceremony outside of City Hall on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in Highland Park, Ill. Taking a tough-on-crime stance, whether on the campaign trail or filing legislation, ...

When it comes to technology, lawmakers will be dealing with problems both new and old: Social media continues to face public critique for its effect on children's' mental health, while the risks and ...

A growing share of U.S. adults say religion is gaining influence, but most still want churches to stay out of politics, a 2026 survey finds. Economic issues continue to dominate Americans’ ranking of ...

The high court’s decision allows providers to continue sending common abortion drug mifepristone to patients by mail. A State-by-State Guide to Abortion Access in the U.S. Abortion access in the U.S.