A court case has left 20 years of voter referendums in one state in jeopardy.
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Where COVID-19 has and hasn’t spread since states reopened: Analysis
Health experts say the data can help with future pandemic planning.
Here’s how effective vaccine incentives like free beer really are
As more states offer freebees to get their vaccination numbers up, experts contend those incentives should not be treated as the only solution.
Broadway, New York theater scene to reopen in September at full capacity
The Great White Way is poised for its long anticipated comeback.
New Jersey offers free beer to residents who get vaccinated in May
The Garden State has a new incentive to get their vaccination numbers up.
Legal marijuana movement builds as more states change laws
The national push to change marijuana laws grows stronger, according to experts.
New York legalizes recreational marijuana, expunges former pot convictions
The Empire State is now the latest location to allow regulated recreational marijuana.
New York City marks anniversary of 1st COVID-19 death with memorial services
New York City honored the thousands of people lost to the coronavirus with a somber ceremony.
New York City high schools to resume in-person classes, sports
New York City announced its teens who chose in person learning this year would return to their desks.
COVID devastated New York, but here’s why it fared better in fall surge
New Yorkers were able to stick together and were able to withstand the harshest effects of the winter surge, according to public health experts.
New Jersey legalizes recreational marijuana
The Garden State became the latest jurisdiction to allow recreational pot.
Washington state may require all new cars sold be electric by 2030
Washington State is considering a bill that would mandate future cars lose their gas engines.
Voting rights legislation across country looks to both restrict, expand access
Voting rights experts say they’re keeping a close eye on the efforts across states that would change future elections.
How working from home due to COVID could be a double tax hit for some
The coronavirus’s effect on offices may have consequences for certain employees during this year’s taxes.
Kamala Harris’ historic inauguration fills America’s South Asian community with pride
Kamala Harris’s inauguration as the first South Asian Vice President in the United States sent a major message to the country and the world, according to members of the community.
Virginia lawmakers introduce bill to abolish death penalty
Virginia lawmakers are seeking to end capital punishment for state crimes.
How 2nd Trump impeachment could differ from 1st
Trump’s second impeachment will have different consequences if convicted due to his departure from the White House.
Michigan bans open carry guns from statehouse
Months after armed protesters stormed the state capital building, Michigan leaders voted unanimously to prohibit weapons on the grounds.
4 dead after US Capitol breached by pro-Trump mob during ‘failed insurrection’
The Capitol was the scene of a violent riot after Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the building as Congress worked to certify the election and declare Joe Biden the winner.
Here are some of the biggest new laws that went into effect Jan. 1
New laws enacted across the country went into effect at the beginning of the year.