An environmental law has been a powerful tool for people seeking to block construction. Lawmakers may be poised to change it.

The post-pandemic pattern of rural growth continues, following years of decline. Two-thirds of the nation's rural growth is taking place in the South.

The federal Department of Education maintains an open access database of more than 2 million documents dating back to the ...

With federal cuts coming, states, cities and counties need to step up their understanding of the programs they run and the ...

Only 22 states meet recommended security standards. But some states have come up with new approaches on their own.

Its electoral system, bolstered by strong economic and social institutions, enables lawmakers to vote their consciences in ...