Federal rule issues time off for pregnancy care, abortions

The regulations allow workers to request time off for obtaining an abortion and recovering from the procedure.

State challenges Huntington Beach voter ID measure

The state of California announced a lawsuit challenging the legality of a voter-identification measure recently approved by residents of Huntington Beach, saying it conflicts with and is preempted by existing state law.

Trump's hush money trial begins
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Donald Trump becomes the first former president to ever face trial on felony charges.

Amid threat of ouster, Trump offers support for embattled Speaker Mike Johnson

The joint appearance comes amid growing pressure from hard-right lawmakers such as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who have voiced intentions of initiating a sudden vote to oust Johnson from his position as speaker.

House Speaker Rep. Johnson to meet with Trump
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House Speaker Mike Johnson was expected to meet with former President Donald Trump this week.

Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks

The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.

Abortions in Arizona: State can enforce 1864 law, supreme court rules

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.

Trump's bid for trial delay rejected by New York appeals court

A New York appeals court judge has rejected the latest bid by former President Donald Trump to delay his hush money criminal trial, less than a week before jury selection is set to start.

California hasn’t been tracking homeless programs’ effectiveness, audit finds

California spent $24 billion to tackle homelessness over a five-year period but didn’t consistently track the outcomes or effectiveness of its programs, according to state audit released Tuesday.

Billboards promote gun safety, free locks in LA County

An LA County billboard campaign is encouraging the use of free gun locks to keep kids safe from freak accidents.

Trump's latest abortion statement draws ire from pro-life groups

Former President Donald Trump clarified his position on abortion after months of mixed messages. Anti-abortion groups say they're "deeply disappointed" with Trump's statement.

Trump to announce abortion policy
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Former President Donald J. Trump was expected to announce his abortion policy on Monday, April 8.