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The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country
The federal government shutdown continues. Republicans and Democrats appear no closer to an agreement to end it. Many federal workers are missing full paychecks and don't know when they will resume.
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The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country
The federal government remains shut down. The NPR Network is following the ways the shutdown is affecting services across the country.
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Here's what a government shutdown could affect around the country
A federal shutdown will impact people across the United States. NPR's network of member stations explains how these effects will be felt nationwide.
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The fight is on. How redistricting could unfold in 8 entangled states
State leaders in both parties say they're ready to redraw political lines ahead of 2026, but state laws and constitutions make mid-decade redistricting virtually impossible in many places.
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New laws this month touch on fundamental rights
Tennessee's new laws on immigration already face court challenges. Other states are changing gun laws or imposing new restrictions on transgender people.
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The Wisconsin Supreme Court vote is getting national attention and millions from Musk
The court could face cases on abortion, congressional maps and labor unions. With Tesla suing the state, Elon Musk is backing the conservative candidate who's received President Trump's endorsement.
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The Southern California wildfires through the eyes of the community
Destructive winds not seen for more than a decade are fanning multiple fires across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. Tens of thousands of people have been forced to evacuate, schools across the area are closed, and power lines have been shut off in parts of the region to protect against further ignitions.
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How to follow the latest local updates on Hurricane Milton
As of Tuesday morning, Hurricane Milton was just over 500 miles southwest of Tampa, Fla, and expected to make landfall late Wednesday night.
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RNC speakers want to separate the president from the person to show softer side of Trump
Before former President Donald Trump's marquee address tonight, the schedule of speakers has sought to show a softer, friendlier side of Trump than his persona as president and on the campaign trail.
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July 1 laws taking effect in states across the country
From abortion restrictions in Kansas to the removal of so-called junk fees in California, here are some laws taking effect today in states.
