Destroying endangered species' habitat wouldn't count as 'harm' under proposed rule
The Trump administration is reinterpreting a key word in the Endangered Species Act that could have big consequences for species at risk.
Court Ruling Upsets Conventional Wisdom On Recess Appointments
In a bombshell decision, a federal appeals court panel has invalidated President Obama's recess appointments to the National Labor Relations Board. Legal experts say the ruling deals a big victory to Senate Republicans in an era of congressional gridlock, and could push the issue to the Supreme Court.
Free Breast Pumps And The Cost Of Health Care
Health insurers are now required to pay for breast pumps. What will that mean for health care costs?
New York Murder Rate Plummets, But Who Should Get The Credit?
While Chicago and Detroit are struggling to control rising murder rates, New York City hit a record low number of homicides in 2012. The police commissioner has often pointed to several controversial policing tactics for falling crime, but some analysts say there are many potential explanations.
Will Obama Administration Clear Keystone XL Pipeline?
Now that Nebraska's governor has approved a new route for the Keystone XL oil pipeline, it'll be up to President Obama to decide whether the controversial project will move forward. The State Department is expected to complete an environmental review in coming months.
