(CNN) -- As new voter ID laws take effect in states across the country - to the objections of civil rights leaders and Democrats - GOP Sen. Rand Paul says he doesn't see evidence African-Americans are facing obstacles casting ballots.

Hannah Anderson did what any teenage girl would do after a life-changing ordeal: she discussed it with peers online. The 16-year-old fielded anonymous questions on the website ask.fm, where she shared details about her abduction by the man she knew as Uncle Jim, James DiMaggio.

The Republican National Committee is rolling out a "Rising Stars" initiative this week in Boston in an attempt to show it has diverse array of talent

Cory Booker already had a national identity before he decided to run for senator. The media-savvy, tweet-happy mayor from Newark -- who easily won the New Jersey Democratic primary for Senate Tuesday -- has been known for his man-of-the-people streak, charismatic presence and social media intensity, or as some say, fixation.

LONDON (CNNMoney) -- The rapid redrawing of the world's energy map is about to hit another milestone, with China overtaking the U.S. as the biggest importer of oil.

(CNN) -- Newark Mayor Cory Booker is poised to capture the Democratic nomination in New Jersey's primary Tuesday for a special Senate election.

NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Thinking of ignoring the Obamacare mandate to get health insurance next year? It could cost you.

LOS ANGELES (CNN) -- California has become the first state in the nation to allow transgendered students to choose which school bathrooms and locker rooms to use and which sport teams to join based on their gender identity.

(CNN) -- The New York Police Department's controversial stop-and-frisk policy violates constitutional rights and must be altered, a federal judge ruled Monday.

(CNN) -- A rodeo stunt at the Missouri State Fair has come under criticism after a clown donned a Barack Obama mask and stuck a broom up his backside.