Second Baptist Church in New Albany, known as the Town Clock Church, was a crucial Underground Railroad stop for those ...

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Providence drew up plans as far back as 1913, inspired by the success of Boston's historic subway line. Here's why it never went anywhere.

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Democratic leaders of the Senate have submitted bills to promote better oversight of state grants and earmarks.

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The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new order that could lead to the arrest of tens of thousands of refugees who are lawfully in the United States but do not yet have permanent residency.

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Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) will spend more money this year than it makes. Meta (NASDAQ: META) is burning through its cash reserves. Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) just borrowed $25 billion to fund a deal with a ...