U.S. Senate Blocks Border-Ukraine-Israel Aid Package
A major Senate package linking border security funding with Ukraine and Israel aid failed to move forward after Republicans and Democrats remained divided over immigration provisions.
U.S. officials say that rail safety across the country has gotten better.
Federal transportation leaders announced a detailed plan to make rail travel safer after a number of high-profile derailments in the last few months.
Democrats See Mixed Results in 2025 Off-Year Elections as Parties Gauge Early 2026 Momentum
Democrats secured several statewide wins in 2025 off-year elections, while Republicans expanded gains in key local contests as both parties look ahead to the 2026 midterms.
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Congress Passes Temporary Spending Bill to Avoid Early 2025 Shutdown
Lawmakers approved a stopgap bill to keep the government funded into March, avoiding an immediate shutdown.
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Funding Standoff Forces Flight Cuts, Straining U.S. Supply Chain
Officials say that the U.S. supply chain is already weak because of labor shortages and delayed shipments, and it is now even more strained because of federal job shortages that have led to fewer flights at airports.
U.S. Retailers Expect Record Holiday Sales as NRF Forecasts First-Ever $1 Trillion Season
The National Retail Federation says that holiday sales will reach a record $1 trillion this year because eager shoppers are taking advantage of early discounts and strong consumer demand.
Google Unveils Major Investment in Germany: Data Centers & Renewable Energy
Google LLC is about to announce its biggest investment in Germany to date. It will focus on data centers, infrastructure, and renewable energy projects.
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New Public Park Opens on Chicago’s West Side
Chicago city officials opened a new 12-acre community park featuring walking trails, playgrounds, and green space for local families.
Los Angeles Schools Add After-School Tutoring to Boost Reading Levels
LAUSD expanded after-school tutoring programs to support students struggling with reading and math.
The Big Ten gets former Pac-12 powerhouses Oregon, USC, Washington, and UCLA to join them.
Old Pac-12 teams Oregon, Washington, USC, and UCLA are getting used to the league's run-heavy style and doing well with better rushing and more balanced play a year after joining the Big Ten Conference.
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Train Safety Failures Persist as Federal Oversight Struggles to Keep Up
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