Auto tariffs are now in effect: Here's what it means for people buying a car
The auto tariffs could raise the cost of millions of cars sold annually nationwide.
The auto tariffs could raise the cost of millions of cars sold annually nationwide.
Senate passes resolution to counter Trump’s tariffs on Canada
The Senate resolution passed by a 51-48 vote tally with four Republicans and all Democrats in support.
The Senate resolution passed by a 51-48 vote tally with four Republicans and all Democrats in support.
Judge dismisses corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams
The judge denied prosecutors the ability to potentially bring the criminal case back after the mayoral election.
The judge denied prosecutors the ability to potentially bring the criminal case back after the mayoral election.
Texas DWI reform legislation
State lawmakers are considering several bills that would reform intoxication driving laws. Advocates for the legislation were at the State Capitol urging lawmakers to push the bills through
State lawmakers are considering several bills that would reform intoxication driving laws. Advocates for the legislation were at the State Capitol urging lawmakers to push the bills through
How did Cory Booker speak for 25 hours without even a bathroom break?
The New Jersey senator's Senate floor marathon speech broke a record set 68 years ago by then-Sen. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina.
The New Jersey senator's Senate floor marathon speech broke a record set 68 years ago by then-Sen. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina.
Former President Obama photobombs family taking cherry blossom pics at Tidal Basin
A northern Virginia family that went to the Tidal Basin to enjoy the cherry blossoms got an unexpected cameo in their pictures — a former president!
A northern Virginia family that went to the Tidal Basin to enjoy the cherry blossoms got an unexpected cameo in their pictures — a former president!
Trump tax-cut package moving forward in Senate
The costs of the $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and how to pay for it are still up for debate.
The costs of the $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and how to pay for it are still up for debate.
HHS layoffs spark concerns for Meals on Wheels, LIHEAP: What to know
Meals on Wheels, which delivers 216 million meals a year to older and disabled people, is largely funded by a federal agency that reportedly lost at least 40% of its staff.
Meals on Wheels, which delivers 216 million meals a year to older and disabled people, is largely funded by a federal agency that reportedly lost at least 40% of its staff.
'It's our turn to prosper': Trump announces 10% baseline tariffs on imports from all countries
Trump has repeatedly called April 2 “Liberation Day," with promises to roll out a set of tariffs that he says will free the U.S. from a reliance on foreign goods.
Trump has repeatedly called April 2 “Liberation Day," with promises to roll out a set of tariffs that he says will free the U.S. from a reliance on foreign goods.
Texas SNAP benefits changes
The Texas Senate passed a bill that would ban food stamp recipients from buying things like soda, chips, and candy
The Texas Senate passed a bill that would ban food stamp recipients from buying things like soda, chips, and candy
Wisconsin Supreme Court secured by liberals; Florida Republicans retain House seats
Voters delivered split decisions in two key states Tuesday: Democrats secured a major win in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race, while Republicans held onto two congressional seats in Florida. The results offer fresh insight into voter sentiment ahead of 2026.
Voters delivered split decisions in two key states Tuesday: Democrats secured a major win in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race, while Republicans held onto two congressional seats in Florida. The results offer fresh insight into voter sentiment ahead of 2026.
Democratic-backed Susan Crawford overcomes Elon Musk-endorsed judge, wins Wisconsin Supreme Court
The Democratic-backed judge Susan Crawford defeated a challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk.
The Democratic-backed judge Susan Crawford defeated a challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk.
Cory Booker breaks record for longest Senate speech
In a feat of determination, New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted all night and into Tuesday evening.
In a feat of determination, New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted all night and into Tuesday evening.
Trump FDA layoffs included staff working on bird flu response: Report
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
Texas Senate passes bill requiring local law enforcement to help federal deportation efforts
The Texas Senate passed a bill requiring local law enforcement to help with federal deportation efforts.
The Texas Senate passed a bill requiring local law enforcement to help with federal deportation efforts.
Will Trump tariffs trigger a recession?
President Trump is set to announce a sweeping tariff plan he claims will save the U.S. economy. But, there are worries across the country and the world these duties could trigger an inflation-fueled recession
President Trump is set to announce a sweeping tariff plan he claims will save the U.S. economy. But, there are worries across the country and the world these duties could trigger an inflation-fueled recession
Austin drone company promotes school security system to lawmakers
State lawmakers were told a new security drone system, based in Austin, could help school districts comply with a new campus security law.
State lawmakers were told a new security drone system, based in Austin, could help school districts comply with a new campus security law.
Could drones replace school security guards?
State lawmakers were told a new security drone system, based in Austin, could help school districts comply with a new campus security law.
State lawmakers were told a new security drone system, based in Austin, could help school districts comply with a new campus security law.
Texas Senate passes bill to ban soda, chips, and candy for food stamps
The Texas Senate passed a bill that would ban food stamp recipients from buying things like soda, chips and candy.
The Texas Senate passed a bill that would ban food stamp recipients from buying things like soda, chips and candy.
Texas Senate passes bill allowing teacher prayer
The Texas Senate passed a bill that will allow teachers to pray while on duty. While proponents argue that the bill clarifies existing rights, opponents fear it could lead to students being forced to pray.
The Texas Senate passed a bill that will allow teachers to pray while on duty. While proponents argue that the bill clarifies existing rights, opponents fear it could lead to students being forced to pray.