Colorado governor signs medical marijuana crackdown that limits noncommercial pot growers
Colorado's governor signed into law a crackdown on medical marijuana Monday, one of two measures designed to ferret out people improperly using and selling untaxed marijuana.
AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka says it's better to have no trade deal than a bad trade deal
National AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka says a bad deal is worse than no deal, and urged Congress not to support fast-track legislation that would let President Barack Obama pursue a trade deal between a dozen Pacific Rim nations.
INSIDE WASHINGTON: Insurers pass health law tax along to states, could cost $13B by 2023
A tax on health insurers is helping pay for President Barack Obama's health care overhaul.
Trans-Pacific trade pact best leverage to improve human rights in Vietnam
Vietnam's desire to be in the Trans-Pacific Partnership free-trade pact is the best leverage Washington has to press for improved human rights there, a senior U.S. official said.
Texas House deadline kills hundreds of once much-watched bills _ but they may yet be revived
A Texas House deadline has come and gone, killing many top-priority bills for both parties — among them raising the criminal age of responsibility, Tesla-backed direct car sales, regulating ride-hailing companies and limiting or expanding gay rights.
State attorney general says Washington has reached a $63 million agreement with LCD companies
The State of Washington has reached a $63 million agreement with nine LCD manufacturers accused of fixing prices for products ranging from flat-screen televisions to computers and cellphones, Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced on Friday.
Sen. Schumer blasts House Speaker Boehner for 'massive ignorance' about Amtrak rail safety
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer (SHOO'-mur) has accused House Speaker John Boehner (BAY'-nur) of "massive ignorance" about rail safety and wants Congress to pay for rail infrastructure improvements after Amtrak's deadly derailment.
Peer-to-peer lending soars as sites link borrowers with investors looking for a good return
When I realized I was paying off six different credit cards and not getting anywhere, I decided to consolidate my debt, like millions of other Americans.
Menendez: Amtrak crash should be 'crystallizing' moment for Congress on transit funding
New Jersey's two U.S. senators renewed the call Friday for long-term funding for rail improvements they said are desperately needed to ensure safety and economic competitiveness.
Judge: More than 2,000 Pennsylvania McDonald's workers can sue over costly payroll cards
A northeastern Pennsylvania judge has ruled that more than 2,000 people can take the owners of 16 McDonald's restaurants to court over their practice of paying employees with fee-laden debit cards.
In letter to lawmakers, Baker warns 'marginal' changes won't do much to improve transit agency
Facing opposition from key Senate Democrats, Republican Gov. Charlie Baker again appealed to the Legislature to support key elements of his proposed overhaul of the struggling Boston-area transit system, warning that "marginal changes" would do little to improve it.
Illinois Gov. Rauner, who campaigned on transparency, now is being more secretive
When running for office, future Gov. Bruce Rauner regularly pledged to bring unprecedented transparency to state government as part of the Republican's campaign to turn around the Illinois economy.
Foreign ownership of US debt rises in March as China retakes top spot, Japan falls to second
Foreign holdings of U.S. debt rose in March as China ramped up its purchases and displaced Japan as the leading owner of U.S. Treasury securities.
Forecast: Michigan tax revenues up $365 million as Snyder, lawmakers push toward budget deal
Michigan tax revenues are projected to be $365 million higher over two years than previously estimated, mostly because of economic growth — prompting key lawmakers to suggest Friday that much or all of the surplus money go toward fixing bumpy roads.
Fitch Ratings joins Moody's, Standard & Poor's in passing judgment on Chicago's finances
Fitch Ratings is the latest agency to weigh in on Chicago's credit worthiness, setting the city's debt rating above the junk status given by Moody's Investors Service.
Court sides with huge fruit farm in fight with farm workers union; rules law unconstitutional
Siding with one of the largest fruit farms in the nation, a California appeals court ruled unconstitutional a state law that labor activists say is key to helping farm workers improve their working conditions.
Coal mines could face new hurdle _ review of how burning coal impacts global warming
Beset by power plant closures and changes in how they pay royalties, coal mines are facing a new obstacle — a review of how coal extracted and burned will impact the air and global warming.
Brewing state budget deal spares health program, ups school spending while deferring tax cuts
Minnesota's legislative leaders announced late Friday that they were closing in on a sweeping deal for a new two-year budget that pumps more than $400 million into public schools and preserves a health care program for the working poor, but likely leaves a transportation funding plan and a package of tax cuts until next year.
Shares of Avon volatile after questionable takeover bid appears on SEC website
Shares of Avon were halted three times in volatile trading after a regulatory filing announcing an $8 billion takeover bid for company came under scrutiny.
Oklahoma legislative committees pass $25 million bond plans for Indian and cultural museums
Oklahoma legislative committees Thursday approved separate $25 million bond proposals to complete the unfinished American Indian Cultural Center and Museum in Oklahoma City and build the proposed Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture in Tulsa.