The Senate is making slow progress towards ending the government shutdown. Senator John Thune, a key Republican from South Dakota, hinted that a spending agreement might be close. He mentioned a possible vote on Sunday evening, but it's still unclear if Democrats will support it. Democrats have bee
In the midst of the ongoing government shutdown, a ray of hope has emerged. A group of moderate Democrats, including Senators Jeanne Shaheen, Maggie Hassan, and Angus King, has reportedly struck a tentative deal with Republicans. The agreement hinges on a promise from Republicans to vote on the rene
President Donald Trump recently shared some big ideas on social media. He suggested giving Americans money directly to pay for healthcare and sending out $2, 000 checks from tariff money. But officials later said these were just ideas, not official plans. Trump posted on Truth Social that instead o
Veterans in the U. S. face many struggles after leaving the military. These challenges include finding jobs, having a place to live, and dealing with mental health issues. The country has made some progress, but there's still a lot to do. The government has asked for more money to help veterans. Th
People worry a lot about their data being collected. A recent survey showed that most adults in the U. S. are concerned about how companies and the government use their personal information. Yet, many feel powerless to do anything about it. This feeling of helplessness makes people accept data colle
In La Habra, a park has come full circle, thanks to a $9 million renovation and a heartfelt tribute to a broadcasting legend. The park, now named Vin Scully Centennial Park, was once a simple baseball field dedicated to Vin Scully back in 1960. Fast forward to today, and the park has been transforme
During the government shutdown, many military families face uncertainty about their education and career plans. Stepful, a top EdTech company, is stepping in to help. They are keeping their healthcare training programs free for military families, even though federal funding is paused. Military spou
Sen. Adam Schiff, a Democrat from California, recently criticized President Trump's idea to send Affordable Care Act (ACA) funds directly to people instead of insurance companies. Schiff believes this plan would weaken protections for those with preexisting conditions. Trump suggested that American
Air travel is a mess right now. Hundreds of flights are being canceled this weekend. Why? Because of a government shutdown. Air traffic controllers are not showing up to work. This is causing big delays. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has told airlines to cut flights by 4%. This is to ke
The government shutdown is now in its 38th day, and things aren't looking good. Senate Republicans have turned down a proposal from Democrats to reopen the government and extend healthcare subsidies for a year. They said it wasn't good enough. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer made the offer, b
