The Kansas bill comes on the heels of anti-abortion measures passing in multiple states, including one in Arkansas banning abortions in the 12th week of pregnancy and a law in North Dakota that sets the limit at six weeks. read more

Despite blasting top Obama administration officials for interfering with the process, a federal judge has agreed to allow drugstores to sell emergency contraception pills to all girls of reproductive age. What's next? read more

When she left the State Department Feb. 1, Clinton, 65, had been suffering from a blood clot near her brain. She said she needed some time to rest. Quickly, she is re-emerging on the scene. Is she priming the pump for 2016? read more

In November, a two-judge panel of the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals denied the chain's request for a temporary reprieve from the mandate as the case proceeded. But the battle isn't over. read more

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell introduced a bill last week that would prevent insurance plans in the new federal health exchange from covering abortions. The proposed amendment would also ban policy riders for abortion coverage. read more

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is a proven fiscal conservative, and his stock continues to rise as Republicans think about their possible candidates for 2016. read more

Sen. Mark Kirk, R-Ill., announced on Tuesday that he supports gay marriage, suggesting a brush with death helped shift his attitude. Will more Republicans flip-flop on same-sex marriage before midterm elections? read more

The five candidates running for Massachusetts' open seat in the Senate sparred on social issues on Wednesday, staking out opposing views on abortion and gay marriage. read more