Government shutdown latest: Senate rejects funding bills for 7th time
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.
North Dakota ban on gender-affirming care for children upheld by judge
North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for children was upheld by a judge on Wednesday.
North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for children was upheld by a judge on Wednesday.
Americans rate these 6 federal agencies lower than the USPS
These notable federal government agencies hover near their lowest approval rating among the public in years based on data in a recent poll.
These notable federal government agencies hover near their lowest approval rating among the public in years based on data in a recent poll.
Israel, Hamas agree on 'first phase' to halt fighting, free hostages, Trump says
President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on the first phase of a plan aimed at ending the ongoing fighting and facilitating the release of hostages and prisoners.
President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on the first phase of a plan aimed at ending the ongoing fighting and facilitating the release of hostages and prisoners.
Wisconsin Senate control up for grabs, Democrats unveil policy plan
Control of the Wisconsin Senate will be up for grabs next year. Both sides are already trying to win your vote.
Control of the Wisconsin Senate will be up for grabs next year. Both sides are already trying to win your vote.
James Comey Indictment: Former FBI Director pleads not guilty over alleged lies to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Joan Kennedy, Sen. Edward Kennedy's ex-wife, dies at 89
Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.
Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.
Bondi testifies at congressional hearing on DOJ
Pam Bondi avoided questions while defending herself during a congressional hearing amid criticism that she's turning the Justice Department into a weapon to seek revenge against President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Pam Bondi avoided questions while defending herself during a congressional hearing amid criticism that she's turning the Justice Department into a weapon to seek revenge against President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
White House says it will use tariff revenue to save food aid program
The White House said it has found a workaround to fund a food program during the government shutdown to keep aid flowing for millions of women and children. Here’s what we know.
The White House said it has found a workaround to fund a food program during the government shutdown to keep aid flowing for millions of women and children. Here’s what we know.
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announces reelection campaign
Josh Kaul announced on Tuesday, Oct. 7 his campaign for reelection as Wisconsin Attorney General.
Josh Kaul announced on Tuesday, Oct. 7 his campaign for reelection as Wisconsin Attorney General.
As government shutdown continues, flight delays could soon pick up
The government shutdown is starting to impact air travel as call-outs at air traffic control towers are causing flight delays and cancellations.
The government shutdown is starting to impact air travel as call-outs at air traffic control towers are causing flight delays and cancellations.
The Insurrection Act: What is it and could Trump invoke it for National Guard?
As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.
As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.
Wisconsin DOJ asks judge to pause voter citizenship verification order
The Wisconsin Department of Justice on Monday asked a judge to immediately put on hold his order that would require elections officials to verify the citizenship of all 3.6 million registered Wisconsin voters before the next statewide election in February.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice on Monday asked a judge to immediately put on hold his order that would require elections officials to verify the citizenship of all 3.6 million registered Wisconsin voters before the next statewide election in February.
These lawmakers offered to reject their salaries during government shutdown
Legislators from both political parties are asking to have their pay withheld amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Legislators from both political parties are asking to have their pay withheld amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Wisconsin governor race: Badger Battleground poll offers early look
In the first statewide poll looking at Wisconsin’s 2026 race for governor, Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany and Democrat Mandela Barnes are leading their respective primaries.
In the first statewide poll looking at Wisconsin’s 2026 race for governor, Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany and Democrat Mandela Barnes are leading their respective primaries.
Concordia student secures Turning Point USA chapter approval after viral post
A Concordia University Wisconsin student has won approval to start a Turning Point USA chapter after initially claiming the school denied him because he would not denounce one of the group’s controversial campaigns.
A Concordia University Wisconsin student has won approval to start a Turning Point USA chapter after initially claiming the school denied him because he would not denounce one of the group’s controversial campaigns.
Here's how long the government shutdown could go on
This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.
This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.
Government shutdown day 1; Wisconsin workers see furloughs, frustration
About 18,000 civilian federal workers in Wisconsin are affected by the government shutdown, many of them VA employees.
About 18,000 civilian federal workers in Wisconsin are affected by the government shutdown, many of them VA employees.
Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans
An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states.
An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states.
Government shutdown begins. What happens now?
While many federal agencies still operate during the shutdown, government employees’ jobs and several public services will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know.
While many federal agencies still operate during the shutdown, government employees’ jobs and several public services will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know.