Minnesota’s federal workers plead for resolution of government shutdown
Union leaders told state senators on Thursday that Minnesota’s federal workers are now missing rent and are taking home boxes of food at the end...
Flight Delays Escalate at Major US Airports Amid Air Traffic Controller Shortages
By Kimberly Hayek Chaos erupted at major U.S. airports on Thursday as air traffic controller shortages led to ground delays of more than two hours,...
Federal Judge Weighs Forcing USDA to Pay SNAP Benefits Despite Shutdown
By Stacy Robinson A federal judge considered ordering the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to tap into a $5 billion contingency fund to avoid a...
FBI Confirms 10 Missing Children, Teens Rescued in Hawaii Joint Operation
By Jack Phillips State and federal authorities announced on Thursday that an operation in Hawaii resulted in the rescue of 10 missing children and teens...
Today in History: October 31, First African-American plays in an NBA game
Today is Friday, Oct. 31, the 304th day of 2025. There are 61 days left in the year. This is Halloween. Today in history: On...
Trump urges Senate to use ‘Nuclear Option’ to end government shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is calling on the Senate to scrap the filibuster, so that the Republican majority can bypass Democrats and reopen...