OLYMPIA — At a time when many states are making it harder for women to get abortions, Washington state appears headed in the opposite direction. Fifteen states have passed laws restricting insurers from covering abortions and 12 others are ... [full story]

CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn wants to eliminate the state's contributions toward health insurance benefits for retired school teachers and community college professors, according to a published report Sunday. The cuts are part of the budget proposal ... [full story]