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FBI Director Christopher Wray testifies before a House Committee on the Judiciary oversight hearing on Wednesday.

FBI Director Wray grilled as House GOP members allege 'politicization' of the agency

Wray faced a wide range of questions by House Judiciary Committee members, most framed as accusations that the FBI pursues a political agenda targeting conservatives.

Ohio voters defeated Issue 1 in a special election with higher than expected turnout for an August election day.

Ohio voters reject measure that would have made it harder to change constitution

Ohio votes down Issue 1, rejecting conservative lawmakers' attempt to change the constitutional amendment process ahead of a vote on reproductive rights this November.

The abortion drug mifepristone was approved by the FDA more than 20 years ago. The FDA recently relaxed some of the rules for dispensing the drug. Now, some legislatures are trying to restrict access.

As medication abortion becomes dominant, red states restrict pills

As access to abortion in clinics becomes limited across much of the country, many patients are turning to abortion pills. And conservative state lawmakers are taking notice.

States are assessing the effects of the recent changes to the federal tax code on their residents.

Blue And Red States Concerned About New Tax Law

Contrary to expectations, the new federal tax law may bring a windfall to Mid-Atlantic, liberal Maryland and a budgetary hit to rural, conservative Montana.

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez steps out of the Moncloa Palace in Madrid, Tuesday. Since taking office on June 2, he has already put in motion a new, more liberal course after almost eight years of conservative leadership.

Spain's Socialist Leader Sets A New Course On Migrants, Gender And Catalonia

After the conservative administration was forced out, Pedro Sánchez formed a cabinet with a record number of women, opened ports to refugees and even tweeted in Catalan.

Supporters of President Trump attend the Million MAGA March in Washington, D.C., on Saturday.

A March Without Millions Is Still A Worrying Sign Of A Nation Divided

The Million MAGA March drew a mix of conservative Republicans, far-right extremists and conspiracy theorists. Extremism analysts say their cooperation is a troubling sign.

Sangeeta Ashok Devde, a domestic worker in Mumbai, says female domestic workers are often burnt out. "None of us get decent wages or paid time off," says Devde. "My body is just worn out as a result of working for so long in other people's homes as well as my own." Some of her friends have quit their jobs.

It's a mystery: Women in India drop out of the workforce even as the economy grows

Some say it's a sign of prosperity. In conservative India, if women can afford not to work, they don't. But economists say there's more to it.

Planned Parenthood volunteer Sarah Mahoney checks a list of addresses in Windham, Maine to see which door to knock on next.

A new way to talk about abortion? In Maine, using deep conversation to reach voters

Is it possible to have calm, in-depth discussions about a fraught issue like abortion? Maine's Planned Parenthood thinks so, and is using "deep canvassing" to garner support without confrontation.

Quinn Robinson, 18, poses for a portrait in her bedroom in Allendale, Mich.

When The Conversation Doesn't Include You: LGBTQ+ Sex Ed In A Small Town

For the past year, residents in Allendale, Mich., have been debating whether to include LGBTQ+ people and perspectives in the school district's sex education program and anti-bullying campaign.

A Conversation with MN House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler: Following Open Meeting Laws

We spoke with Minnesota's House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler on Thursday's Morning Show about legislation that has been passed regarding COVID-19 in…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 Aug 7th - Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. It is a time for all of us to learn about the State of Minnesota's response…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 July 17th - Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. It’s your opportunity to ask questions about Minnesota’s response and plans…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 June 12th - Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. It’s your opportunity to ask questions about Minnesota’s response and plans…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 May 15th - Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. It’s your opportunity to ask questions about Minnesota’s response and plans…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 - May 22nd - Lt Gov Peggy Flanagan

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. It’s your opportunity to ask questions about Minnesota’s response and plans…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 May 8th - Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan

This week the conversation covered the disaparities in communities of color, testing of hotspots, and large gatherings this summer.KAXE/KBXE has teamed up…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 - Aug 21 - Ed Commissioner Mary Cathryn Ricker

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Department of Education Commissioner - Mary Cathryn Ricker. It’s your opportunity to ask questions about…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 June 19th - Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. It’s your opportunity to ask questions about Minnesota’s response and plans…

Why Treaties Still Matter: A Conversation with Leech Lake Tribal attorney, Frank Bibeau

U.S. Supreme Court rulings in Wisconsin in 1983, and in Minnesota in 1999, affirmed the off-reservation hunting, fishing and gathering rights in…

Statewide Conversation on COVID19 - Dr. Ruth Lynfield, State Epidemiologist and Medical Director

This week, our regular guest Minnesota's Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan is away – she is visiting two community clinics in Mpls to highlight their efforts to…

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