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Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Story updated: Argentine archbishop has been selected as new pope, the first pope from the Americas.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  Two families share affection for Scouts, differ sharply on whether no-gays policy should stay

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Developments Wednesday connected to the debate over gun violence and weapons control in the U.S.

Saturday, January 19, 2013  JEFFERSON CITY-- Supporters of the second amendment gathered at the State Capitol Saturday afternoon to show their support for gun rights and voice concerns over second amendment infringement.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Majorities favor a nationwide ban on military-style, rapid-fire weapons and limits on gun violence depicted in video games, movies and TV shows.

Thursday, January 03, 2013  Sheriff Michael Dixon is cleaning up the department -- literally.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  It's been a long, strange trip for marijuana. Here's a look at its history.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  Some are calling it a purge of tea party influence within the GOP

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Maine, Maryland back same-sex marriage in historic votes; Washington, Colorado OK legal pot

Thursday, October 25, 2012  AP-GfK poll: Romney erases Obama advantage among women while Obama gains ground with men

Wednesday, October 10, 2012  Turning your computer on and off will unlock it