Mike Johnson eyes Wednesday vote with end of government shutdown in sight
House Speaker Mike Johnson expects a Wednesday vote to end the government shutdown as GOP lawmakers rush back to Washington, D.C. for a critical session.
Supreme Court to rule on whether full SNAP payments can restart
The high court is expected to say Tuesday whether the Trump administration must begin complying with court orders that require full payments in the SNAP food program.
Senate passes legislation to end government shutdown, bill heads to the House
The 41-day shutdown could last a few more days as members of the House, which has been on recess since mid-September, return to Washington to vote on the legislation.
Trump tells air traffic controllers to ‘get back to work’ as government shutdown drags on
The record-long government shutdown has made air traffic controllers’ jobs even more stressful, leading to fatigue and increased risks.
Wisconsin food assistance benefits; recipients caught in the middle
There is a deal on the table to open the government. But until that deal is signed, sealed and delivered, there's a tug of war over food assistance benefits – and recipients are caught in the middle.
Public trust in government shifts depending on which party holds power, poll shows
Americans’ trust in the federal government remains near historic lows, according to a recent Gallup poll, with confidence deeply divided along party lines.
Rudy Giuliani among several pardoned by President Trump
President Donald Trump has pardoned former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, ex‑chief of staff Mark Meadows and several others accused of supporting efforts to overturn the 2020 election, according to the Justice Department.
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn decision legalizing same-sex marriage in US
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a former Kentucky court clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples after the high court's ruling in 2015.
Government shutdown nears end after Senate advances procedural vote
The Senate took an initial step Sunday night toward ending the 40-day government shutdown, advancing a procedural vote backed by a small group of moderate Democrats who agreed to move forward.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.
SNAP latest: Trump Admin. says Wisconsin should return payments
Following a ruling from SCOTUS, the USDA is now asking states, including Wisconsin, to return the SNAP payments that were already distributed.
Government shutdown latest: Senators working through the weekend; 1,000 flights canceled
Senators will be working through the weekend for the first time since the government shutdown began 39 days ago.
How the government shutdown will affect international flights
Federal government shutdown has snarled travel across the U.S. Here's what to expect if you have an international flight coming up.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene: Senate Republicans should use nuclear option to pass continuing resolution
Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green says she has urged Senate Democrats to pass the House’s Continuing Resolution and supports Senate Republicans using the nuclear option to kill the filibuster.
Dr. Oz jumps in as drug exec collapses during Oval Office press conference
A drug executive collapsed in the Oval Office while President Donald Trump was announcing a deal with drugmakers to reduce prices. Here's what we know.
Wisconsin moves to restore FoodShare after judge orders SNAP funding
Wisconsin will immediately release full November FoodShare benefits after a federal judge ordered the Trump administration to restore SNAP funding, Gov. Tony Evers said on Thursday night.
Milwaukee candidate uses Facebook Dating to reach voters in race for governor
Milwaukee gubernatorial candidate Carlos Dixon is turning to Facebook Dating and other creative digital tools to reach voters as he builds name recognition ahead of Wisconsin’s 2026 election.
SNAP delays strain Milwaukee County as demand for food surges
A federal judge ordered full SNAP funding for November, but delays are straining Milwaukee County, where soaring pantry demand prompted $150,000 in emergency food aid and calls for state and federal action.
Trump announces price cuts on Wegovy, Zepbound
President Donald Trump has unveiled a deal with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to reduce prices for their obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy. Here’s what we know.
Emergency food aid, Milwaukee County approves $150K
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors on Thursday unanimously approved $150,000 for emergency food aid.