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Arctic Blast Sweeps Into US, Bringing Early Snow and Record Lows
Meteorologists warn of blizzard-like conditions, record lows in the Southeast, and hazardous travel as Arctic air spreads.
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A Vision From God, a Fear of Famine. How This Veteran Connects Farmers to Consumers.
A sympathetic USDA and a resurgent homesteading movement may help.
Trump Floats Idea of $2,000 Tariff Dividend Payments: 4 Things to Know
The Treasury secretary suggests it could also come in a different form.
Wendy’s to Close Hundreds of US Restaurants
The company said the closures are part of its turnaround plans to improve profitability and reverse a decline in domestic sales.
Hochul Casts Doubts on Mamdani’s Free Bus Plan for NYC
‘But can we find a path to make it more affordable for people who need help? Of course, we can,’ the governor said.
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3 US States Report New Avian Flu Outbreaks
Nationwide, 70 human infections and one death have been reported.
Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down Ohio School District’s Gender Pronoun Policy
The decision bars schools from punishing students who refuse to use a transgender child’s preferred pronouns.
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Hegseth Says US Attacked 2 Drug Boats in Eastern Pacific
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said U.S. forces killed six drug runners in the pair of Nov. 9 strikes.
Trump Administration Must Pay Food Stamp Program: Appeals Court
‘We conclude that the government has failed to meet the stay factors as to the enforcement order,’ the court ruled.
Washington Honors Veterans With Patriotic Parade
This year’s event marked the third annual parade honoring the men and women who have served in the armed forces.
IRS Closes Down Free Direct File Service
A Treasury report found that 0.5 percent of 146 million tax returns for tax year 2024 were filed via the program.
ICE Has Received More Than 200,000 Job Applications: DHS
The Coast Guard and Citizenship and Immigration Services are also reporting record interest from candidates.
Nearly 1 Million Costco Wine Bottles Under Recall
Complaints have been received from customers about bottles breaking or shattering, including one reported injury.
Joint Base Andrews Building Evacuated After Suspicious Package Opened, Several Fall Sick
Joint Base Andrews first responders have determined the package posed no immediate threat.
Senate Democrats Block GOP Bill to Pay Federal Workers During Shutdown
The legislation would have provided a paycheck for both working and furloughed government workers as well as military members.
Transportation Secretary Floats Flight Reductions of Up to 20 Percent If Shutdown Continues
The warning comes as federal officials cut flights at major US airports on Friday.
Travel Industry Strains Under FAA Flight Cuts Due to Shutdown
As many as 10 percent of daily scheduled flights will be canceled if the government shutdown continues until Nov. 14.
Trump Administration Finalizes New Critical Minerals List Crucial for National Security, Economy
These minerals are used in smartphones, energy grids, defense systems, and advanced technologies.
Federal Judge Restricts Use of Tear Gas, Other Anti-Riot Measures in Chicago
The judge said federal officers were wrong about what happened at the protests. A DHS spokesperson said the ruling ‘risks the lives and livelihoods’ of officers
