The shutdown impacts millions as SNAP benefits are paused, Pentagon schools face a fight over banned books, an FBI raid in Idaho draws civil-rights scrutiny and Congress investigates citizens in immigration detention.

President Trump justifies Venezuelan boat strike survivor deaths as part of war. The ACA subsidy deadline fuels debates on healthcare affordability and the administration threatens to withhold SNAP funds for Democratic-led states not providing recipient data.

'Not becoming of a president': Somali-Americans respond to Trump's 'garbage' remarks; With MN tragedy still in mind, women in trades call for better treatment; NYers skeptical about electric school buses despite benefits; Across the Atlantic, two national parks collaborate.

GOP senator: Hegseth is either lying about second boat strike or incompetent; Black leaders still mobilizing for midterms despite NC gerrymandering; Marketing overhaul: Transforming SD ranchers into 'influencers'; High school vocational training boosts attendance, graduation rates; FoodShare's back but SNAP snafu keeps Wisconsin families hungry.

As the administration faces charges of possibly illegal military orders, Sen. Mark Kelly says he won't be silenced. The White House blames the Biden Administration for National Guardmen being shot and Indiana lawmakers unveil new congressional maps.

US admiral to brief lawmakers as bipartisan scrutiny grows over boat strike; Colorado worker wages siphoned to pay medical bills; Hoosiers pack Indiana Statehouse as map fight erupts; Rural FL maternity care gaps persist; fed funds may help.

Lawmakers suggest follow-up boat strike could be a war crime; faith leader debunks 'Memphis Safe' claims of reducing crime; West Virginia communities mourn death of National Guard member; Homeownership path may be hard, but SD has options.

The economy remains strong, despite increased tariffs. But experts warn consumers to expect higher prices, and less selection on Black Friday & Cyber Monday and child safety advocates also warn of the pitfalls of toys that use AI.

Trump promises to pause migration from 'Third World Countries' after D.C. shooting; Pilot program helps NC businesses grow beyond holiday season; New certificate program aims to transform end-of-life talks in NJ; Turkey hangover? MN DNR recommends a state park visit.

2 National Guard members shot in 'targeted' attack near White House: Officials; MS Medicaid patients face hurdles to getting weight loss drugs; Report: 'Inaction' blamed for rise in NY, U.S. long-term care costs; Judge dismisses Georgia election interference case against Trump; AL students see new opportunities under statewide direct admission.

Trump vows immigration crackdown after shooting of 2 National Guard members in DC; In rural MN, mental health care is scarce for BIPOC residents; NYC office cleaners worry about job future under new contractor; Child advocates, pediatricians warn AI toys unsafe for kids.

Ukraine says 'understanding' reached with US on peace plan, as Trump says his envoy will meet Putin; What tariffs and import limits mean for Missouri holiday shoppers; NYC's green spaces mitigate urban climate, health harms; Provider to politics: WI child care worker runs for office.

The White House says it'll appeal the dismissal of charges against James Comey and Letitia James. The BBC Chair apologizes for its editing of a Trump documentary and the resignation of Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene from Congress leaves more questions than it answers.

Attorney General Pam Bondi vows to appeal dismissal of Comey and James cases; More Kentuckians earning degrees and credentials, new data show; Grassroots efforts to confine CAFOs are growing; Report: Improving dangerous prison conditions key to public safety.

Low-income taxpayers lose key tool after Trump administration ends free direct filing; Watchdog says "political insider" behavior a factor in health coverage premium spikes; and Braver Angels renews calls for civil chats over Thanksgiving.

Trump accuses Democrats of 'seditious behavior, punishable by death,' for urging military to ignore illegal orders; FCC commissioner defends 'free speech,' one stop at a time; Survey finds bipartisan support for stronger animal welfare policies; Report: USDA's grocery list leans too much on industrial ag; FL groups condemn new White House offshore drilling plan.

European leaders back Zelensky after U.S. plan leaves them out; CA report calls for expanding youth apprenticeship pathways; How federal funding limbo is affecting Appalachia; As CDC support fades, GA advocates ramp up menthol prevention.

President Trump signs the bill to force the release of the Epstein files. ICE actions have advocates and community members afraid and educators are upset by the new stage of the dismantling of the Education Department.

Trump approves the release of the Epstein files, but loopholes remain; CT advocates continuing push to bolster offshore wind; Cincinnati's climate blueprint shows progress as Ohio cities look on; National Rural Health Day: Rural NC at risk from federal service cuts.

Senate agrees to quickly clear bill seeking release of Epstein files; Political heat rises in Indiana's redistricting debate; Arizona educators strive to support high-immigrant classrooms; Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh; New certificate program aims to transform end-of-life talks in Florida.

Donald Trump urges Republicans to vote for Epstein documents to be released. Finger-pointing over the government shutdown continues and federal cuts impact the youth mental health crisis.

U.N. Security Council approves Trump's 20-point peace plan for Gaza; Cloudflare outage impacts thousands, disrupts transit systems, ChatGPT, X and more; Trump's planned rule reversal could endanger OR wildlands; Advocates: Weakened auto lemon law hurts consumers; IN rates dig a steep hole in renters' pockets.

Economists find business pessimism waning; ME faith leaders say growing book bans threaten religious freedom; report finds connection between TX abortion ban and crime spike; OH groups watch debate of new Gaza genocide resolution; NV disability community speaks out on government shutdown impacts; and AZ conservationists work to bring back extinct turtle.

James Comey and Letitia James press for dismissal of their cases, challenge prosecutor's appointment; Farm Bill extended but questions for smaller SD farms persist; NM's pollinators encounter politics at U.S.-Mexico border wall; New data show evictions remain widespread in Kentucky; NC Angel Tree program supports kids in need for Christmas.