U.S. voters weigh key ballot measures on abortion, marijuana, and sports betting

On Election Day, many U.S. states are voting on important ballot measures alongside the presidential election. Ten states are considering issues related to abortion and reproductive rights, while others are addressing marijuana legalization, sports betting, and minimum wage increases. In Florida, North Dakota, and South Dakota, voters are deciding on legalizing recreational marijuana. Nebraska is voting on measures to legalize and regulate medical marijuana. Missouri voters are also considering legalizing sports betting, joining 38 other states that already permit it. California voters are deciding on raising the minimum wage to $18 an hour, while Massachusetts is considering a similar increase for tipped workers. In Arizona, a proposal would allow property tax refunds linked to local government responses to homelessness. West Virginia voters are deciding whether to prohibit medically assisted suicide.