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Before the pill was approved by the FDA on May 9, 1960, there were few contraceptive options available to young women. It revolutionized family planning and the sex lives of millions of Americans.

The massive toxic algae bloom in Florida is threatening businesses and the health of people and animals. The state is asking for federal help for a disaster that's both natural and political.

Deadly storms and widespread flooding in Kentucky killed 12 people. Gov. Andy Beshear says it will take a long time to recover and the state will need federal help.

The new changes come after leaders agreed to narrow the income eligibility for those getting the next round of stimulus checks, as some moderate Democrats wanted. GOP amendments are expected to fail.

Amtagvi is intended to help patients with melanoma that cannot be removed with surgery or has spread to other parts of the body.

Americans have cast 93 million early ballots as of Sunday afternoon, putting the 2020 election on track for historic levels of voter turnout.

Conservatives don't like the price tag and liberals don't like the priorities. Still, Congress is making quick progress on a massive legislative push affecting government spending and business taxes.

The WHO issued interim guidance on usage of the AstraZeneca vaccine, after a small study found low efficacy against coronavirus variants.

Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman William Donaldson announces his resignation from the financial industries watchdog. He will leave the SEC and the end of the month.

The Mississippi man arrested for sending poison letters to President Obama, a U.S. senator and a judge in Mississippi, appeared in court Thursday. His lawyer says he denies putting the toxin ricin in those letters.