North Carolina sees steady employment in August 2025; unemployment rate remains at 3.7%, while total nonfarm jobs rise by 4,800, driven by key industries.
Tribal colleges in Montana will receive increased federal funding in 2025, doubling last year’s allocation to $108M.
Federal data shows drops in reading, math, and science scores post-pandemic, sparking Senate debate on education reform.
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Election Day 2026: As mail-in ballots are invalidated, long lines and new voting restrictions define a tense atmosphere. Meanwhile, Trump eyes a third term.
House Republicans push for a funding bill to avoid a government shutdown, but Democrats oppose it over health care.
The House passed a spending bill, but Senate Democrats blocked it, risking a shutdown to address health subsidies.
About 80 picketers rallied at Ann Arbor’s VA medical center against Trump’s union contract terminations and budget cuts.
Michigan House Democrats propose bills to protect tenants from evictions, unfair practices, and excessive landlord fees.
Arizona regulators begin repealing energy efficiency rules, sparking concerns over rising electricity costs and demand.
Tribal colleges in Montana to receive increased federal funding, boosting economic impact and supporting local communities.
The cost of holding Charlie Kirk’s memorial at State Farm Stadium remains unknown, with confidentiality on contracts.
