Missouri Democrat says she's best suited to expand Medicaid

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Democrat Nicole Galloway said she's the best candidate for Missouri governor to enact Medicaid expansion after voters narrowly approved the measure.

West Virginia: Wifi hotspots to allow virtual school options

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced Wednesday that WiFi hotspots will be set up around the state to give students the option to take virtual classes when schools are scheduled to reope…

Kanye West files petitions to appear on Ohio ballot

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Kanye West filed his petition Wednesday to appear as a presidential candidate on Ohio’s ballot in November, the office of Ohio's election chief said.

Pompeo: US to call UN vote on Iran arms embargo extension

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration will press ahead with efforts to extend a United Nations arms embargo on Iran despite widespread opposition to such a move at the world body, Secretary of State Mike Pompe…

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AP News Guide: A look at Tennessee's Aug. 6 primary races

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The heated race to become the Republican nominee for an open U.S. Senate seat tops Tennessee's primary election Thursday, as well as contested challenges in a handful of U.S. House and legis…

Payday lending measure qualifies for 2020 Nebraska ballot

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A proposal to cap the interest rates that payday lenders can charge in Nebraska has qualified for the November general election ballot, Secretary of State Bob Evnen said Wednesday.

Bush latest Ferguson protester with political success

FERGUSON, Mo. (AP) — Cori Bush earned a reputation as a fierce activist on the streets of Ferguson, Missouri. Come January, she’ll almost certainly be representing the St. Louis suburb in Congress, making her the m…

Federal report accuses Georgia congressman of misusing funds

ATLANTA (AP) — A U.S. House of Representatives report concludes that a Georgia congressman used campaign funds to pay for membership, green fees and meals at two exclusive golf courses.

Progressives say primary wins latest sign of momentum shift

CHICAGO (AP) — Progressive Democrats celebrated two primary victories Wednesday, claiming the protests over George Floyd’s death and a renewed focus on racial and economic justice have given their candidates new mo…

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Trump lauds Arizona as success of virus 'embers' strategy

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump lauded Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey at the White House on Wednesday, as he pointed to the state as a model for the nation for handling “embers" of the coronavirus.

Nevada county bans housing discrimination based on income

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Clark County Commission has unanimously passed an emergency ordinance that makes it illegal for landlords to discriminate based on income as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

Trump's Ukraine envoy pick says he'll flag election meddling

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s nominee to be the next U.S. ambassador to Ukraine says he will not meet Americans with overtly partisan political agendas if he is confirmed to the post and will report an…

Judge hears legal challenge of Louisiana virus regulations

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. John Bel Edwards' administration Wednesday was defending Louisiana's statewide mask mandate and bar restrictions enacted to combat the coronavirus outbreak, as a state district judge co…