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Smithsonian Museums and National Zoo Close Doors as Government Shutdown Continues
The Smithsonian Institute confirmed their closure in a brief statement on Sunday.
‘Everybody’s Cheering,’ Trump Says Ahead of Middle East Trip to Mark Gaza Peace Deal
The White House announced a deal to end the conflict and return hostages still held by Hamas on Oct. 8.
Vance Warns of More Federal Layoffs as Shutdown Persists
His comments come as the Trump administration recently confirmed 4,100 workers have received layoff notices.
Washington State Blocks Law Requiring Priests to Break Confession; Honors Confidentiality
The stipulated order states that Washington’s statute ‘infringes Plaintiffs’ free exercise of religion.’
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States Go It Alone on ‘Forever Chemicals’ as EPA Delays Federal Action
Activists and landowners say a lack of consistent research and regulation is allowing dangerous chemicals to permeate the soil, endangering the public.
Newsom Signs Bill to Automatically Admit California Students to State Universities
The legislation aims to boost enrollment at the 23-campus Cal State system by allowing students with good grades to skip the application process.
Newsom Signs Bills to Ban Cat Declawing, Regulate Puppy Mills
Four bills related to the health and safety of pets were signed by the California governor this week.
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Nearly 40 Dead After Torrential Rain Causes Flooding, Landslides in Mexico
Authorities associated rains with Hurricane Priscilla and Tropical Storm Raymond.
No-Name Storm Brings Flooding, Heavy Winds to East Coast
High surf conditions were expected across northeast beaches, and North Carolina’s Outer Banks.
Homan Says DOJ Probing Funding Behind ‘Organized’ Attacks on ICE
The unrest is a response to heightened immigration enforcement actions under President Donald Trump.
What to Know About New START, the Expiring US-Russia Arms Control Treaty
With New START near an end, both sides have hinted at paths to preserve arms control.
Judge Hears Arguments on Deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Africa
Uganda and Ghana have already refused to take him, but the government is still negotiating with the nation of Eswatini.
3 Arrested at Chicago-Area ICE Facility
Democratic Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth also sought to access Broadview’s ICE processing center on Friday.
First Lady’s Effort Helped Reunite 8 War-Displaced Children With Their Families
Melania Trump sent a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin in August seeking his assistance.
US Foreclosure Filings Jump 17 Percent to More Than 101,000 Properties
The persisting trend of higher foreclosure activity could be ‘an early indicator of emerging borrower strain,’ a foreclosure expert said.
Senate Passes $924 Billion Defense Policy Bill for Fiscal 2026
The bill includes a pay increase for service members and the purchase of new ships and aircraft.
Key Figures Linked to Antifa Leave the US After Group’s Terrorist Designation
Since Trump’s executive order, at least one Antifa-affiliated entity has shut down its operations in the United States.
New York AG Letitia James Indicted on Federal Charges
James has denied wrongdoing and said she ‘will fight these baseless charges aggressively.’
Netanyahu Calls for Trump to Receive Nobel Peace Prize Over Israel–Hamas Deal
The Nobel Peace Prize winner is due to be announced on Oct. 10 in Norway.
Trump to Undergo Medical Exam at Walter Reed
It will be the president’s second exam since returning to office. The White House said he will also meet with troops at the military base during his visit.
