Greensboro Strengthens Anti-Discrimination Policies
The city of Greensboro is the first in the state to include sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression in its housing non-discrimination policies. A unanimous City Council vote
Politics & Government
That's So Joe: How The Senate Swearing-In Became Must-See TV
The vice president welcomed senators and their families to Tuesday's photo-op ceremony — and he did it in typical Biden fashion.
New House Leadership Passes A Tax Cut 'Scoreboard'
"Dynamic scoring" would favor tax cuts as a way to bring in more revenue for the government. But critics of the system are calling it "a gimmick."
Obama And Mexican President Talk Cuba, Immigration
Two big issues between President Obama and his Mexican counterpart: Obama's recent controversial executive actions on immigration and Cuba.
Forsyth's Election Board Wants New Equipment
The Forsyth County Board of Elections wants to buy $1.5 million worth of new voting equipment. Now the county commissioners have to decide if they will fund the request.
Obama Will Veto Keystone XL Legislation, White House Says
The House, which has a Republican majority, is expected to vote on the controversial pipeline this week. The GOP-dominated Senate is considering a similar measure, which has bipartisan support.
Keystone XL Pipeline Gets Another Chance With New Congress
With the new Congress sworn in and the GOP in charge, votes to advance the Keystone XL Pipeline are the first order of business.
Freshman Representatives Start First Day In Congress
Robert Siegel talks to Republican Congresswoman Mimi Walters of California and Democratic Congressman Ruben Gallego of Arizona about starting their first term in Congress.
Republican Majority Makes Boehner's Job Easier — And Harder
Republicans formally took full control of Congress for the first time during Barack Obama's presidency on Tuesday. Republicans took over the Senate and added to their majority in the House.
Former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell Gets 2 Years In Prison
McDonnell and his wife, Maureen, were convicted in September on several charges of corruption while he was in office. McDonnell must report to prison next month.