Marijuana laws by state ahead of the 2024 presidential election

While marijuana remains illegal under federal law, dozens of U.S. states have legalized its use for adults. Here are the current laws depending on where you live.

Kamala Harris formally accepts presidential nomination in DNC speech

The Democratic National Convention concluded with Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepting the Democratic presidential nomination, marking her historic rise as the first woman of color to lead a major party ticket.

Beyonce does not perform at DNC despite reports, speculation

On Thursday, speculation arose that Beyoncé or Taylor Swift would be a special guest at the final night of the DNC.

DNC speaker schedule Thursday: Kinzinger to give address, Kamala Harris to accept presidential nomination

The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for its final day will feature former Rep. Adam Kinzinger - R Illinois and will end with history in the making – Kamala Harris accepting the Democratic presidential nomination. 

Protesters rally in Union Park after clash with Vivek Ramaswamy on final day of DNC

Tensions escalated just before 4:30 p.m. when demonstrators spotted former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy and tried to push him out of the park.

Where Harris, Trump stand on Social Security

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump both say they want to protect Social Security, but neither have been very specific on how they plan to fix it.

Parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, American held by Hamas, call for hostages' release

Watch: The parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old American taken hostage by Hamas during the Oct. 7 attack on Israel, gave an emotional speech at the DNC.

DNC day 3: Tim Walz formally accepts vice presidential nomination

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz officially accepted his nomination as Kamala Harris’ running mate on day three of the Democratic National Convention.

Texas AG Ken Paxton launches probe into possible illegal noncitizen voter registration

The Texas Attorney General's Office has opened an investigation after receiving reports that organizations operating in Texas may be illegally registering noncitizens to vote in violation of state and federal law.

DNC speaker schedule Wednesday: Walz, Clinton to headline third day of convention

The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for Wednesday features Governor Tim Walz officially accepting his nomination as Kamala Harris' running mate, a keynote speech from former President Bill Clinton, and several others. 

Chicago's top cop responds to 'absolutely disgusting' remarks made to officers during protest

Multiple pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested Tuesday after clashing with police during a protest that began outside the Israeli consulate and spilled out onto the surrounding streets on the second night of the Democratic National Convention.

Gov. Tim Walz's wife clarifies fertility treatment was IUI, not IVF

Gov. Tim Walz and his wife have been open about their struggle to have children, but Minnesota’s first lady is clarifying which fertility treatment they used. 

DNC roll call playlist: See which song your state picked

Democrats put the party in political party last night. Here's which song played for your state during the roll call for Vice President Kamala Harris.

Obamas, Democratic leaders rally for Harris, Walz during 2nd night of DNC

Kamala Harris has rallied thousands of voters in one packed arena as former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama energized millions more on Harris’ behalf inside another.

DNC speaker schedule Tuesday: Obamas headline second day of convention

The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for Tuesday features a warm Illinois welcome from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, a keynote speech from former President Barack Obama, and a few special appearances from well-known Republicans. 

Donald Trump visits Howell, Michigan law enforcement, promises 'We'll protect them'

His visit brought campaign talking points accusing Democrats, of a lack of support for law enforcement and blaming the Biden-Harris administration for the rise in crime.