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Mail-in voting has become common and there are measures to secure it
As more Americans vote through paper ballots, election officials have been working to make sure those ballots arrive on time and securely.Top stories - ABC News - October 30 -
Montana abortion measure might not be enough to save Tester
A ballot measure to protect abortion rights in Montana stands a good chance of passing, but it may not be enough to push Sen. Jon Tester (D) across the finish line in one of the most watched ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
Breaking down the security measures for Election Day
Authorities across the country have been planning extensively for Election Day 2024. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has a look at some of the threats officials are looking ...Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
Florida voters narrowly reject abortion rights measure
The ballot initiative in Florida would have allowed abortion until the point of foetal viability or about 24 weeks.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Ohio measure establishing citizen redistricting commission fails
A ballot measure that would have established a new body for drawing the state maps in Ohio, removing elected officials entirely, is projected to fail — dealing a blow to Democrats, according to ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Nebraska Voters Pass Measure Limiting Abortions
A competing ballot amendment, which would have established a right to abortion until fetal viability, failed to win more votes.Top stories - The New York Times - November 6 -
Colorado green lights measure to enshrine abortion
The ballot measure enshrining the right to an abortion in the Colorado state constitution has passed. The initiative — called Amendment 79 — makes abortion a constitutional right in Colorado and ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Abortion protection measures pass in many states
Measures that protect and expand abortion rights passed in a number of states, including Arizona and Missouri. But an amendment to expand abortion rights in Florida failed to gain the 60 percent ...Top stories - NBC News - November 7 -
Missouri approves measure to ban ranked-choice voting
Missouri voters on Tuesday approved a ballot measure aimed at banning ranked-choice voting in the state, Decision Desk HQ projects. The proposed amendment to the state constitution will bar the ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Ranked-choice voting measure fails in Nevada
A measure to implement ranked-choice voting and a top-five open primary system in Nevada failed before voters on Tuesday, two years after the state approved it during the midterms, Decision Desk HQ ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Ranked-choice voting measure fails in Colorado
A measure to implement top-four, all-candidate primaries and ranked-choice voting in the general election has failed in Colorado, Decision Desk HQ projects. Coloradans voted down the proposed ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Three states pass paid sick leave measures
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Paid sick leave victorious on state ballots While voters across the country cast their ballots for measures ...Politics - The Hill - November 8 -
Alabama Prison Labor Program Faces Legal Challenges
A work-release program for Alabama prisoners provides labor for corporations and income for the state. Lawsuits are challenging its constitutionality.Business - The New York Times - October 26 -
What will happen to Trump's legal issues after the election?
Donald Trump has more than just the presidency on the line Nov. 5 — the outcome of his various legal troubles hinges on the election, as well.Politics - NBC News - October 30 -
Jaywalking Is a New York Tradition. Now It’s Legal, Too.
New Yorkers can cross the street wherever they please without fear of a summons. Some fear the new law could lead to more pedestrian deaths.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29 -
Florida amendment to legalize recreational marijuana falls short
Amendment 3, which would have legalized the recreational use and manufacturing of marijuana in the state, failed to get the 60% voter support.Top stories - NBC News - November 6 -
What happens to the president-elect's legal cases now?
Donald Trump is facing three criminal cases and a sentencing over a felony conviction.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Legal challenge to Rosebank oil field begins
Campaigners want to stop the Rosebank oil and Jackdaw gas fields, but oil companies say they are vital.Top stories - BBC News - November 12 -
Elon Musk Ramps Up Legal Fight With OpenAI, Microsoft
The billionaire accused the ChatGPT maker of anticompetitive behavior in new court filings.Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 15 -
Legal analysis of delays in Trump's "hush money" sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's sentencing for his "hush money" conviction could be put on hold until after he completes his upcoming presidency. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has a ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
The rise of legal gambling and its hidden impact on teenager
With sports betting and online gambling more accessible than ever, teens are increasingly at risk for problem gambling. Clinical psychologist Lisa Damour shares advice on how parents can recognize ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
China is laying the legal groundwork to seize Taiwan
A likely precursor to any use of force by Beijing will be a public assertion of sovereignty over Taiwan.Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
The Legal Battle Against Trump Was a Miserable Failure
A few victories made it easy for Democrats to forget that the law is just another domain of politics where their enemies enjoy power too.Top stories - The New York Times - 23 hours ago -
Ballot boxes set on fire in Oregon, Washington; hundreds of ballots destroyed
Authorities in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, said they've opened investigations after two ballot boxes went up in flames.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Mississippi’s Absentee Ballot Law Is Overturned
The law required officials to count absentee ballots received by mail up to five days after Election Day. It’s unclear if the ruling will affect the current election.Top stories - The New York Times - October 25 -
Ballot boxes burned in Oregon, Washington
Authorities are investigating after two ballot drop boxes were burned in Oregon and Washington on Monday, just more than a week out from Election Day. Officers determined an incendiary device was ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Slavery, involuntary servitude are on the ballot in these states
So-called slavery "loopholes" are on this year's ballot in California and Nevada.Top stories - ABC News - October 29 -
The down-ballot races to follow this election
The 2024 election will not only decide the next U.S. president but will determine the balance of power in Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down what races to ...Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Why California Is Still Counting Ballots
Nine of the 16 races that will determine which party controls the House of Representatives are in California. No state takes longer to tally votes.Top stories - The New York Times - November 12 -
Hard-right Dutch government approves unprecedented package of measures to control migration
The hard-right Dutch government has announced tough measures aimed at reining in asylum requestsWorld - ABC News - October 25 -
Israel's Strikes on Iran, While Measured, Push Region Deeper Into a Dangerous Era
Israel’s attack on Iran—the most serious military strike on Iranian soil in decades—was calibrated to avoid prompting an escalatory response, but it also moved the two foes deeper into a direct ...World - The Wall Street Journal - October 26 -
Iran’s supreme leader signals measured response to Israel’s attack
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tries to balance domestic expectations with risk of escalating regional conflictBusiness - Financial Times - October 27 -
George Williams dazzles as England gain a measure of revenge over Samoa
England 34-18 Samoa Hosts excel in Rugby League World Cup rematch The marketing gurus had billed this autumn series between England and Samoa as a chance for revenge given what happened in an ...World - The Guardian - October 27 -
Measured Comments From Israel and Iran on New Round of Strikes
Israel’s prime minister said Israeli airstrikes on Iran had achieved their goals, and Iranian officials did not threaten retaliation.World - The New York Times - October 27