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November 8, 2023

Ohio votes to legalize recreational marijuana in landmark decision

Ohio voters have approved a law allowing adults who are 21 and over to buy and possess marijuana for recreational use. As a citizen-initiated statue, the law is subject to change.

November 8, 2023

10 of the best discoveries across the 'Show-Me State' of Missouri

Ten enticing opportunities for you to make the most of your time while savoring Missouri's varied topography, storied heritage and thriving cultural scene.

November 8, 2023

Top takeaways from Election Day 2023 and what they say about the 2024 showdowns

The top takeaways from Election Day 2023 and what they tell us ahead of the 2024 presidential and congressional contests following Tuesdays election results.

November 7, 2023

Chicago businesses hit with a dozen burglaries overnight as frustrated owners struggle to find a solution

At least a dozen businesses in Chicago, Illinois were robbed and vandalized overnight, police said. Thieves broke windows and stole money from businesses.

November 7, 2023

Suburban single mom shot dead at Chicago-area Chase Bank

A single mother of two from the Chicago suburbs was killed Saturday afternoon while she was at a Chase ATM, and two suspects are in custody.

November 7, 2023

Ohio voters approve amendment enshrining abortion access into state constitution

Voters in Ohio, a state Trump carried by 8 points in 2020, have approved a constitutional amendment that enshrines abortion access into the state's Constitution.

November 7, 2023

Arkansas state employee struck in the head by falling concrete

An Arkansas Department of Human Services employee's head was hit by a piece of falling concrete near the agency's Little Rock office.

November 7, 2023

Wisconsin GOP leader downplays pressure to impeach nonpartisan elections czar

Republican Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos on Tuesday downplayed pressure being levied against him to impeach state elections administrator Meagan Wolfe.

November 7, 2023

Senator proposes plan that lifts nuclear moratorium and requires new oversight rules

Republicans are calling for a lifting of the moratorium on new nuclear power generation, which was vetoed by Illinois Gov. Pritzker, who cited concerns about waste disposal.

November 7, 2023

Woman charged in arson death of popular Michigan meat vendor

Julie Boxley, 52, of Michigan, has been charged with arson and murder in the death of Glenn Andrews. She is also charged with trying to kill her then-husband by immolation in 2021.