Some Republicans in Congress say they could partly fix the federal health law by again separating people who buy insurance into two categories — sick and healthy. Critics say it won’t save money.
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Court strikes down Florida law barring doctors from discussing guns with patients
A federal appeals court ruled that part of the state’s “Docs vs. Glocks” law limiting what doctors can ask patients about guns in the home violates the First Amendment right to free speech.
Veteran of Alaska campaigns said to be in line for White House job
The Washington-based political strategist has worked on several Alaska campaigns could be in line to be President Donald Trump’s communications director. The Wall Street Journal and other national news outlets are reporting that Mike Dubke is about to be named to the post.
Alaska farmers push for hemp legalization
The 2014 federal Farm Bill allows states to grow and harvest hemp through pilot programs. Sen. Shelley Hughes is sponsoring legislation that would establish such a program in Alaska. Supporters see it as a way to diversify Alaska’s economy.
Norma McCorvey, ‘Roe’ of landmark Roe V. Wade ruling on abortion, dies at 69
McCorvey, who adopted the pseudonym Jane Roe in the Supreme Court case that legalized abortion in 1973, was a champion for abortion rights activists and — later in life — for their opponents, as well.
Baghdad bombing kills at least 45 people
It happened on a street filled with car dealerships and garages in the southern part of Iraq’s capital city. Islamic State militants claimed responsibility in a statement released on social media.