In a surprise move, the Republican State Committee of Massachusetts chose the most conservative of three candidates as the new Republican national committeewoman last week.

New Jersey Republican Gov. Chris Christie is gaining the backing of a large number of Democrats and independents in his re-election bid this year.

Less noticed than the stunning nomination of black clergyman E.W. Jackson for lieutenant governor by Virginian Republicans on Saturday was the selection of state Sen. Mark Obenshain for state attorney general.

Medical marijuana use in Illinois is now in Gov. Pat Quinn's hands after the state Senate approved legislation.Lawmakers voted 35-21 Friday to send the measure to Quinn for final approval. Quinn hasn't signaled whether he will sign it into law.The...