Politics

Here's how long the government shutdown could go on

This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.

October 1, 2025 8:41pm CDT

Minnesota impact: Government shutdown politics and economics

A federal government shutdown started at the stroke of midnight as the new month arrived.

October 1, 2025 6:01pm CDT

Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans

An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states. 

October 1, 2025 12:06pm CDT

Government shutdown begins. What happens now?

While many federal agencies still operate during the shutdown, government employees’ jobs and several public services will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know.

October 1, 2025 8:59am CDT

Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments

The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed. 

October 1, 2025 8:48am CDT

Republicans push for constitutional amendment to dock lawmakers' pay during government shutdowns

'No back pay either!!' Rep Ralph Norman declared in a post about the proposed Constitutional Amendment that would kick in during a government shutdown.

October 1, 2025 8:30am CDT

Government shutdown begins: Live updates as shutdown takes effect

The U.S. government is under its first federal government shutdown in almost seven years as Senate Democrats have voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government.

September 30, 2025 11:05pm CDT

Government shutdown starts: Here's what closes during a shutdown

The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.

September 30, 2025 11:00pm CDT

GOP wants no ‘political posturing’ gun restrictions during special session

Minnesota lawmakers have begun negotiating over what they would consider priorities should they convene for a special session on gun violence in the weeks ahead.

September 30, 2025 3:56pm CDT

Trump admin says Minnesota violated Title IX by allowing trans athletes in girls sports

The U.S. Department of Education announced on Tuesday that it has found the Minnesota Department of Education and Minnesota State High School League in violation of Title IX for allowing transgender athletes to participate in girls sports.

September 30, 2025 12:24pm CDT