Gallup Poll: Dissatisfaction With U.S. Abortion Laws On The Rise
A new poll from Gallup finds increased dissatisfaction with the nation's abortion laws, mostly among Democrats, who want fewer restrictions.
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Myth Busted: Turns Out Bankruptcy Can Wipe Out Student Loan Debt After All
Many Americans who get overwhelmed by student loan debt are told student debt can't be erased through bankruptcy. Now more judges and lawyers say that's a myth and bankruptcy can help.
Northwest Salmon In Peril, And Efforts To Save Them Scale Up
With Pacific Northwest salmon and steelhead on the brink of extinction, there are new efforts being brokered to save the famed fish.
1st U.S. Case Of Coronavirus Confirmed In Washington State
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported the first U.S. case of the coronavirus has been discovered in Washington. The patient traveled from China and was diagnosed earlier this week.
Moms 4 Housing Celebrate Win In Battle Over Vacant House
Women who had illegally occupied a vacant house in Oakland, Calif., have reached an agreement with the property's owners. A nonprofit will buy the house and turn it into affordable housing.
Philadelphia Teachers Sue Over Hazardous Buildings
The union representing public school teachers in Philadelphia announced it is suing the school district over its handling of asbestos, lead and mold problems in classrooms and buildings.
Stabbing Trial Raises Questions About Mental Illness, Race-Related Violence
Jury selection is underway in the trial of a man charged in a deadly stabbing attack aboard a light rail train in Portland, Ore.
Trump Impeachment Trial Recap: Republicans Balk At McConnell Over Session Rules
The Senate majority leader's own members didn't want to go along with his first vision for the procedure in the impeachment trial. But the GOP did reject calls for more witnesses and evidence.
Some Push To Change State Laws That Require HIV Disclosure To Sexual Partners
In more than 30 states, it is illegal for someone with HIV to have sex without first disclosing their status. Some are now trying to change that, arguing that those laws endanger public health.
Supreme Court Allows Flint Water Lawsuits To Move Forward, Officials Not 'Immune'
In refusing to take up two cases involving the 2014 water crisis, the higher court has upheld earlier rulings saying neither city nor state officials are protected from being sued.