Leases have been signed on tens of thousands of acres in southern Illinois. Studies have hinted at the potential economic payoff of drilling for oil and gas deposits deep underground. But so far, oil and gas companies have held off …
A Nevada jury is due to hear opening statements in a civil trial seeking millions of dollars in damages from health insurance companies accused of failing to protect patients from infection during a hepatitis C outbreak traced to a Las …
The New Hampshire House has voted to grant immunity in civil cases to gun owners whose weapons are stolen and used in the commission of a crime. The House voted 211-151 to send the bill to the Senate after rejecting …
Frustrated Assumption Parish, La., residents displaced by a massive sinkhole that has swallowed 9 acres of land near their homes are asking lawmakers to assist them, in getting buyouts of their property. People packing a Tuesday hearing of the Senate …
The creeping acceptance of a mercenary scheme to name winter storms is not among the most important things in the news, or even the weather. But like an ill wind, it carries an unmistakable whiff of chaos and dissipation. The …
Automobiles made by General Motors and Chrysler were eight of the 10 most common vehicles stolen in Michigan in 2011. The statistics were released Tuesday by the Michigan Automobile Theft Prevention Authority, which awards grants to prevent auto theft and …
As the nation continues to debate increasing safety in contact sports, Tennessee lawmakers are looking at legislation that would require schools and other organizations conducting youth athletic programs to adopt concussion policies. The measure is scheduled to be heard in …
Attorneys for asbestos victims in a Montana mining town are seeking more than $4 million in fees and costs out of a legal settlement with chemical company W.R. Grace that was set up to cover the victims’ ongoing medical costs. …
Insurance company Allianz SE says net profit almost doubled last year as losses on Greek bonds no longer weighed down its results. The Munich-based company said Thursday its basic insurance business also improved, suffering lower losses on natural catastrophes and …
The Arkansas Senate has approved legislation allowing drivers to display their proof of insurance using cellphones and other electronic devices. The Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved a bill that would allow drivers to show their proof of insurance cards on …