Newborn syphilis cases hit highest level in 30 yearsWith nearly a 32% rise in newborn syphilis cases from last year to now, the CDC is raising alarm bells about testing and treatment.
Police arrest 'heavily armed' suspect near US CapitolHouse Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said U.S. Capitol Police 'acted swiftly to apprehend' the suspect.
These are some of the key races Americans will decide on Election DayFrom gubernatorial and mayoral races to decisions about abortion access and legalizing marijuana, voters will lay out their future.
Exclusive: Virginia Gov. Youngkin talks GOP chances on Election DayGov. Glenn Youngkin told Scripps News that Republicans have a good chance of flipping the Senate while maintaining control of the House.
Cody Smith expected to become the next mayor of Uvalde, TexasTuesday's vote was Uvalde's first mayoral election since the May 2022 massacre when a gunman killed 19 young students and two teachers.
Supreme Court takes up case Tuesday that again tests gun rightsThe case centers around a federal law that prohibits someone from possessing a gun if they're under a domestic violence restraining order.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear wins reelectionBeshear, a Democrat, was first elected to office in 2019.
Ohio votes to legalize recreational cannabisOhio has voted to legalize recreational cannabis, becoming the 24th state to decriminalize the possession of certain amounts.
Mississippi Republican Gov. Tate Reeves projected to win reelectionVoters had to choose between incumbent Republican Gov. Tate Reeves and Democratic challenger Brandon Presley on Tuesday.
Democrats projected to take full control of Virginia statehousePolitical insiders view the win for Democrats as a loss for Virginia's Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
Gabe Amo becomes Rhode Island's first Black member of CongressAmo survived a tight primary and took a lead in polling over Republican Gerry Leonard to take the Congressional seat.
Ohio votes to enshrine abortion rights into state constitutionOhio is now projected to join Kansas and Kentucky among Republican-leaning states to enshrine abortion rights into law.
11-year-old killed in Cincinnati shooting that wounded 5 othersAn 11-year-old boy was killed and five others were wounded, including four other children, when a gunman opened fire into a crowd from his car.
NYC migrant shelters are at capacity as winter approachesAt least 21,000 vacate notices have been given to migrants in shelters since July, including families with children.
Many more kids needed treatment for gunshot wounds during pandemicThe new data backs up previous data that showed gun deaths among children increased 87.1% from 2011-2021.
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Poll: Trump leads Biden in 5 key battleground statesThe New York Times and Siena College poll shows Biden has lost significant ground among Black and Hispanic voters.
Daily marijuana use increases heart failure risk, study showsNearly half of U.S. states now permit recreational marijuana, but studies say there are risks to frequent usage.
Donald Trump testimony in fraud case leads to testy exchangesWhile on the stand, Trump described the trial as "crazy," oftentimes being rebuked by the judge.
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds will endorse DeSantis for president​Reynolds is well-liked within the GOP and will break with long-standing Iowa tradition to endorse Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Chicago braces for homeless and migrant needs this winterAs winter arrives, cities like Chicago must juggle the needs of their homeless population while also accommodating an influx of migrants.
Understanding 'red flag' gun laws and bipartisan momentumAfter the Lewiston shooting, scrutiny over unheeded warning signs and Maine's "yellow flag" gun law sparks bipartisan momentum for "red flag" laws.
Study shows banning books can boost demand and visibilityA new study shows banning books in one state often increased demand for them in other states where they remained available.
What's at stake in Mississippi's general election on TuesdayIncumbent Republican Gov. Tate Reeves will take on Democratic challenger Brandon Presley on Tuesday Nov. 7.
Eric Trump testifies in $250 million Trump Organization fraud caseDonald Trump's son praised the company's achievements and criticized the trial as a "witch hunt" driven by "political" motives.
Virginia race seen as litmus test for 2024 electionVirginia's state legislature is one of just two with split representation. Like the U.S. Congress, Democrats hold the Senate; the GOP has the House.
FBI raids home of top fundraiser for NYC Mayor Eric AdamsFederal prosecutors are looking into whether Adams' campaign accepted donations from Turkey during his 2021 mayoral race.
Rhode Island could elect its first Black member of CongressRhode Island, a predominantly White state, could elect former Biden administration staffer Gabe Amo to serve in the House of Representatives.
The issue of gun rights returns to the Supreme Court next weekThe case centers around a federal law that prohibits someone under a domestic violence restraining order from possessing a gun.
House passes $14B Israel military aid, excludes humanitarian fundingThe package from the Republican-controlled House does not include any humanitarian assistance for Gaza or funding for Ukraine.
Blinken urges aid for civilians in Gaza as Israel vows to continue warThe secretary of state's visit to Israel coincides with Israeli military reports that their forces have encircled and penetrated Gaza City.
