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Status of the states on same-sex marriage

The Supreme Court issued a pair of decisions this week with major consequences for efforts to legalize or bar same-sex marriage. One ruling opened the way for California to become the 13th state to allow same-sex marriage; the other struck down part of the federal Defense of Marriage Act and directed the government to recognize legally married same-sex couples.

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Marijuana goes mainstream

Marijuana goes mainstream

In just a few short years, public opinion on marijuana has moved so dramatically toward general acceptance that even those who champion legalization are surprised at how quickly attitudes are changing and states are moving to approve the drug -- for medical use and just for fun.

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DOMA provision unconstitutional, Prop. 8 appeal dismissed by Supreme Court

DOMA provision unconstitutional, Prop. 8 appeal dismissed by Supreme Court

In a major victory for gay rights, the Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down a provision of a federal law denying federal benefits to married gay couples and cleared the way for the resumption of same-sex marriage in California.

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Leaders of MPR, NPR offer glimpse of public radio's future

Leaders of MPR, NPR offer glimpse of public radio's future

Delivering content on a variety of platforms has become the name of the game.

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Supreme Court voids key part of Voting Rights Act

Supreme Court voids key part of Voting Rights Act

The justices said in 5-4 ruling Tuesday that the law Congress most recently renewed in 2006 relies on 40-year-old data that doesn't reflect racial progress and changes in U.S. society.

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What Supreme Court's same-sex marriages ruling means for Minnesota

What Supreme Court's same-sex marriages ruling means for Minnesota

The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down a provision of a federal law denying federal benefits to married gay couples and cleared the way for the resumption of same-sex marriage in California.
by Brett Neely

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Smithfield drops Paula Deen as spokeswoman

The announcement came days after the Food Network said it would not renew the celebrity cook's contract in the wake of revelations that she used racial slurs in the past.

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Minnesota ranks near top in well-being of kids

Minnesota ranks near top in well-being of kids

The bad news is that one in seven kids lives in poverty.

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Report: Minnesota 4th in child well-being

The Annie E. Casey Foundation analyzed federal data on economic well-being, education, health and family & community. It found New Hampshire ranked first, and New Mexico ranked last.
by Sasha Aslanian

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States fight discrimination toward gay foster kids

States fight discrimination toward gay foster kids

Discrimination against gay and lesbian youths in foster care is prevalent enough around the country that federal health officials sent a letter in 2011 encouraging states to develop training for caseworkers and foster parents on the issue. Advocates in a handful of states have increased efforts to train caseworkers, recruit foster parents and assign mentors.

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