Nov 5th, 2008 · As the president-elect enters the White House, he will have to prosecute two wars, ensure the nation isn't vulnerable to terrorist threat and continue to help the U.S. and world economies get back on their feet after the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression.
Nov 3rd, 2008 · San Francisco's legendary liberalism will be put to the test by a ballot measure that would decriminalize prostitution and prohibit authorities from arresting or prosecuting a person for selling sex. Proposition K stops police from treating prostitution like a crime.
Oct 21st, 2008 · Nebraska's safe haven law was designed to let parents leave their infants at hospitals with no chance of prosecution. But a loophole has attracted parents from across the country who can't handle their teenagers. Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman explains how he plans to fix the law.
Oct 21st, 2008 · Troy Davis, who was convicted of murdering a police officer in 1989, has been on death row for 17 years. Davis has always denied his guilt — and seven of nine prosecution witnesses have since recanted their testimony. The Supreme Court's denial to hear Davis' appeal clears the way for his execution.
Oct 17th, 2008 · Alaska Senator Ted Stevens began testifying at his corruption trial in Washington Thursday. He denied wrongdoing. His wife, Catherine, also testified about her role in home renovations. The prosecution says the renovations were gifts to the senator, but were not reflected on his financial disclosure forms.
Oct 16th, 2008 · Federal authorities are looking into the demise of Washington Mutual, the largest bank failure in U.S. history. Meanwhile, New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is investigating what he calls "unwarranted and outrageous" spending by American International Group.
Sep 19th, 2008 · Nebraska "safe haven" law permits caretakers to drop children off without fear of prosecution. The maximum age under safe haven laws in other states is one, but Nebraska didn't set an age limit. This Saturday, an 11-year-old and a 15-year-old were left off by relatives.
Sep 17th, 2008 · The International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia has held a hearing on the Karadzic case. The judges met with the prosecution and defense to discuss preparations for the trial of former Bosnian-Serb leader Radovan Karadzic.