Michigan governor vetoes concealed weapons bill
Republican Rick Snyder vetoes legislation allowing concealed carry in gun-free zones passed one day before Newtown massacre
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GOP slowly breaking silence on guns
While most nationally-elected Republicans are remaining silent, governors are starting to weigh in on the gun debate
Fast and Furious gun found at Mexican crime scene
Congressional investigators say crime scene was likely where recent drug cartel shootout left beauty queen, 4 others dead
After shootings, gov. backs mental health support
Gov. John Hickenlooper, D-Colo., wants $18.5 million to beef up mental health services
Obama moves on taxes in latest "cliff" counter-proposal
The president offered a tax hike on those making $400,000 or more, up from $250,000; A "fiscal cliff" deal appears closer
Ariz. electors revive birther questions
Electoral College members out of Arizona voted yesterday for Mitt Romney - but not before expressing skepticism about Obama's provenance
Poll: Half think "cliff" deal possible by year end
Most support raising taxes on top earners; Americans divided on cutting government programs that benefit them
Obama, Boehner meet again over "fiscal cliff"
The president and speaker meet in person Monday after making progress in negotiations over the weekend
Hawaii Sen. Inouye dies at age 88
Inouye was a World War II vet and the second-longest serving serving senator in U.S. history
Pro-gun Manchin calls for action on gun violence
NRA-endorsed senator says it's time for "common sense" actions to prevent gun violence