Cobb sounds off as Facebook goes red in support of gay marriage  —  MARIETTA — As the U.S. Supreme Court took up the issue of same-sex marriage earlier this week, Marietta Board of Education member Brett Bittner joined many in changing his Facebook profile picture to reflect his support for marriage equality.

Americans' Top Critique of GOP: “Unwilling to Compromise”  —  Democrats criticized for spending too much  —  PRINCETON, NJ — As Republican leaders openly scrutinize their party after a 2012 election that was disappointing for them, rank-and-file Republicans, independents …

Source: Caroline Kennedy asked to serve as ambassador to Japan  —  (CNN) - Caroline Kennedy has been asked to serve as the U.S. ambassador to Japan and is being vetted for the post, a Democrat familiar with the discussions told CNN on Monday.  —  Kennedy, the daughter of former President John F. Kennedy …

Harry Reid Draws on Political Calculus as He Leads Senate  —  WASHINGTON — It was, Senator Harry Reid of Nevada ebulliently proclaimed, a “happy day for me” as he stood with Wayne LaPierre, the head of the National Rifle Association, in 2010 at a new shooting range in Las Vegas made possible by federal money secured by Mr. Reid.

Social conservatives fight back  —  The preferred plot line for many in the GOP establishment for revitalizing their party goes something like this; they move to a more libertarian stance on key social issues - particularly same-sex marriage - and the Bible-thumping, evangelical wing …

Hillary Clinton to give first paid speech  —  Hillary Clinton is set give her first paid speech since leaving the State Department later this month in Dallas.  —  The former secretary of State is scheduled to appear on April 24 at the National Multi Housing Council, CNN reported, citing an unnamed source.

How Kentucky Democrats Duped the MSM and Helped Elbow Out Ashley Judd  —  Judd adviser Jonathan Miller on the small coterie of state Democrats who duped the national press and helped nudge her out of the Senate race.  —  “We'd like to have you join us this afternoon for a discussion …

Healthcare an obstacle as Republicans court Latinos  —  As GOP members of Congress seek to repeal the Affordable Care Act, they risk undermining outreach efforts among the law's biggest supporters.  —  Dr. Sixto Caro treats a patient at a clinic in a Dominican neighborhood of Brooklyn …

Bank of Cyprus depositors to face up to 60 percent losses  —  NICOSIA, Cyprus — Depositors in Cyprus with savings of more than 100,000 euros ($128,000) could face losses of up to 60 percent, under tough conditions attached to an international bailout, Finance Minister Michalis Sarris said Saturday.

Exclusive: Illegal Border Crossings Double, Border Becomes Less Secure as Beltway Gets Close to Deal on Immigration Reform  —  As the immigration reform Gang of Eight inside the Beltway prepares to announce a deal later this week, claiming border security will come before a path to citizenship …

Man gunned down after church service  —  Son arrested, says it was ‘will of Allah’  —  ASHTABULA — Children screamed in terror and hid under the pews at Hiawatha Church of God in Christ on Sunday, witnesses said, as an Ashtabula man was shot and killed by his son just after the Easter service.

Va. Gov. McDonnell on two-way street with chief executive of struggling company  —  Gov. Robert F. McDonnell and his wife, Maureen, had about 200 guests to Virginia's historic Executive Mansion for their daughter Cailin's wedding in 2011.  The menu included fresh poached jumbo shrimp …

15 People Who Think Google Is Honoring Hugo Chávez  —  Hugo Chávez was the socialist president of Venezuela; Cesar Chavez was a labor leader and civil rights activist.  See the difference?  —  Some conservatives outraged over Google's choice to feature a Cesar Chavez doodle instead …

Obama Family Attends Easter Service at St. John's  —  WASHINGTON — Dressed in their Easter Sunday best, President Obama, first lady Michelle Obama and their daughters, Malia and Sasha, attended an Easter service today at St. John's Episcopal Church.  —  The first family made the short walk …