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Judge says freestanding birth centers in Alabama can remain open, despite ‘de facto ban’
'We are pleased that the court put an end to the Alabama Department of Public Health’s unlawful and dangerous de facto ban on birth centers.'
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Monument honoring slain civil rights activist Viola Liuzzo and friend is unveiled in Detroit park
Three Ku Klux Klan members were convicted in Liuzzo’s death.
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State Rep. John Rogers charged with obstruction of justice
'I’m pretty confident that I’m going to be cleared. Looking forward to my day in court.'
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Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signs law restricting release of her travel, security records
The new law requires the state to file a quarterly report with the Legislature listing the monthly costs of protecting the Governor by category.
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Republican U.S. Rep. Steve Womack from Arkansas says he will seek reelection next year
Womack is a former chairman of the House Budget Committee. He now chairs the House Appropriations Committee’s subcommittee on financial services and general government.
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Arkansas lawmakers advance plan to shield Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ travel, security records
The Arkansas Press Association said the latest bills 'give our elected officials and their families a level of safety they deserve.'
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Senate Democrats peg government shutdown on Rick Scott in ad buy
The Senator has made statements in support of Freedom Caucus positions in the House.
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Florida jury pool could give Donald Trump an advantage in classified documents case
'The more conservative the counties, the highest chance he has to find jurors that would be sympathetic with him.'
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Ron DeSantis slates Northeast Florida fundraisers for Monday
The Governor will be in Green Cove Springs, Ponte Vedra and Jacksonville with supporters.
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Joe Biden campaign launches pro-middle class ad in Atlanta
The ad plays up Biden’s middle-class roots in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
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Georgia political group launches ads backing Gov. Brian Kemp’s push to limit lawsuits
'For too long, Georgia tort laws have encouraged frivolous lawsuits that hamstring job creators.'
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Georgia Republicans suspend state Senator who wants to impeach DA for indicting Donald Trump
Colton Moore attacked his colleagues as 'Republicans in name only,' or RINOs.
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Kentucky AG announces latest round of funding to groups battling the state’s drug abuse problems
The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission is funneling the money to an array of programs — from small towns to the state’s largest cities.
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Vote no on Joe: Southern Republicans look to nationalize 2023 Governors’ races by invoking Biden
'If you’re the Republican Party in these states and you’re hoping to generate large voter turnout for your Republican candidate, it makes sense to certainly vilify Joe Biden.'
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Judges maintain bans on gender-affirming care for youth in Tennessee and Kentucky
Supporters of trans kids having access to puberty blockers and hormone therapy have argued that it is safe, necessary health care backed by every major medical group.
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Roy Cooper vetoes 2 more bills, but budget still on track to become law Tuesday
Cooper said Monday that he signed seven of the remaining bills and declined to sign three others.
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Judge blocks 2 provisions in North Carolina’s new abortion law; 12-week near-ban remains in place
A lawsuit seeks to clarify whether medications can be used during the second trimester to induce labor of a fetus that can’t survive outside the uterus.
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North Carolina Governor vetoes bill that would take away his control over election boards
The proposal would increase the board to eight members and give the House Speaker, the Senate leader and the minority party leaders in each chamber two seats to appoint.
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Pro-Nikki Haley PAC declares victory after chaotic GOP debate
'It is clear that Nikki owned the stage with memorable lines, substantive answers to the toughest issues facing our nation.'
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Ron DeSantis to become 1st GOP candidate to file for South Carolina Primary during visit next week
DeSantis also plans to make a policy rollout in Columbia.
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South Carolina GOP sets Feb. 24 date for first-in-the-South Presidential Primary
'South Carolina voters are an important part of this process.'
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Judges maintain bans on gender-affirming care for youth in Tennessee and Kentucky
Supporters of trans kids having access to puberty blockers and hormone therapy have argued that it is safe, necessary health care backed by every major medical group.
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Former Tennessee lawmaker Brian Kelsey can stay out of prison while challenging sentencing
'We are happy with the Court’s decision, which recognized that Mr. Kelsey’s appeal might prevail, and we are confident that we will.'
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Progressive Council member Freddie O’Connell wins Nashville Mayor’s race
With Thursday’s elections, a majority of Nashville’s metro council will also be female.
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Which students get into advanced math? Texas is using test scores to limit bias
A version of this approach will soon be replicated statewide as part of an effort to remove barriers that can stand between bright students and rigorous courses.
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After sending busloads of migrants to NYC, Greg Abbott visits city to fault Joe Biden for crisis
'Texas is going to continue to use every tool that we can to secure the border the best that we can.'
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Whistleblowers who reported Texas AG Ken Paxton to FBI want court to continue lawsuit
'The political trial is over, and it’s time for the case to return to a real court.'
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Virginia Democrats warn Republicans will ban abortion; GOP says their rhetoric is fearmongering
Virginia’s narrow political divide and unusual off-year schedule mean the contests typically draw outsized national attention and are often viewed as a possible bellwether for the coming year’s federal elections.
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Sabato’s Crystal Ball: Virginia Dems look good on paper, but data shows conflicting predictors for 2023 races
Republicans are hoping to do what only 2 other states have — conquer the state political trifecta after Democrats won the state in the 2020 Presidential Election.
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Mother of 6-year-old boy who shot his teacher in Virginia could be jailed for failing drug tests
She also missed two drug tests and two drug treatment sessions.
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Here’s where all the cases against Donald Trump stand as he campaigns for a return to the White House
Trump faces 40 felony charges in just the classified documents case. The most serious charge carries a penalty of up to 20 years in prison.
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Donald Trump is returning to court as his fraud trial gets down to business after a fiery first day
The Attorney General is seeking $250 million in damages and a ban on Trump doing business in New York.
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A riled Donald Trump sounds off outside the New York fraud trial that accuses him of lying about his wealth
'I don’t think the people of this country are going to stand for it.'
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Pro-Nikki Haley PAC declares victory after chaotic GOP debate
'It is clear that Nikki owned the stage with memorable lines, substantive answers to the toughest issues facing our nation.'
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Senate Democrats peg government shutdown on Rick Scott in ad buy
The Senator has made statements in support of Freedom Caucus positions in the House.
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Poll: Ron DeSantis trails Donald Trump by 51 points in Texas
The Florida Governor has just 10% support.
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Personnel note: AT&T elevates Joe York to President of Gulf States Region
Ma Bell added Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi to his portfolio.
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New study shows intense competition between online and offline sales channels
The findings are consistent with a responsive and competitive market that includes both channels.
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Jacob Lupfer: Lenny Curry was the best Republican Mayor Democrats could’ve hoped for
Duval Dems loved to hate the outgoing Mayor, but it could have been so much worse.
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Kathy Spillar: In Florida, battleground states, abortion and equal rights are top issues for young women voters
As the races in Florida tighten, every vote matters.
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How much is too much for Herschel Walker’s ‘family-values’ voters?
That’s classy, or as close to classy as you’re going to find in this mess.