With federal rules unclear, some states carve their own path on cryptocurrencies
As cryptocurrency become more mainstream, some states are introducing legislation to standardize crypto as a form of payment.
Politics
The 2020 census had big undercounts of Black people, Latinos and Native Americans
The Census Bureau has released its first report on the accuracy of the latest national head count that's used to distribute political representation and federal funding for the next decade.
TSA extends the travel mask mandate through April 18
The monthlong extension comes as the CDC said it would work on a "revised policy framework for when, and under what circumstances, masks should be required in the public transportation corridor."
Ukraine war has caused oil prices to rise, and now the U.S. is talking to Venezuela
Two imprisoned Americans were released from a Venezuelan jail after recent talks — which also dealt with energy security. Could this be the sign of a thaw between Washington and Caracas?
1 in 5 local election officials say they're likely to quit before 2024
A new national survey raises alarms from election administrators facing constant threats. Stress and attacks by political leaders on the voting system are top forces pushing them out of their jobs.
Garland says the Jan. 6 investigation won't end until everyone is held to account
In an exclusive interview with NPR, the attorney general says he won't avoid cases related to the Capitol riot probe that are political, controversial or sensitive.
Florida lawmakers back the creation of an election crimes investigative office
Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, who's expected to sign the legislation, had called for the formation of an election police force in a speech last year.
South Koreans vote political conservative as new president
The politically inexperienced Yoon Suk Yeol's pledge to get tough on North Korea could mark a sharp break with the outgoing liberal administration's policies.
The difficulty recruiting teachers becomes an issue in the governor's race in Texas
A day after Democratic gubernatorial challenger Beto O'Rourke outlined education policies, Gov. Greg Abbott formed a task force to fill vacant teaching positions.
News brief: Mariupol hospital, election officials quit, kids' vaccinations lag
A maternity hospital in Ukraine was hit with direct strike. A survey takes the pulse of the professionals responsible for voting in America. Kids under 5 still aren't eligible for COVID-19 vaccines.