Some TSA workers still waiting to get paid
Despite the government shutdown being over, some TSA workers are struggling to make ends meet as many are still waiting to be paid.
Despite the government shutdown being over, some TSA workers are struggling to make ends meet as many are still waiting to be paid.
More SNAP recipients face work requirements: What to know
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
Trump administration plans to dismantle parts of Education Department. What it means for student loans
Some of the Education Department’s responsibilities will now shift to other federal agencies as part of a new agreement.
Some of the Education Department’s responsibilities will now shift to other federal agencies as part of a new agreement.
King County Council passes $20 billion budget proposal
The King County Council approved its $20.16 billion budget for 2026-2027, focusing on transit, law and justice, and community investments.
The King County Council approved its $20.16 billion budget for 2026-2027, focusing on transit, law and justice, and community investments.
White House shifts focus to affordability
President Trump says he's fighting to make life more affordable for Americans, particularly small businesses.
President Trump says he's fighting to make life more affordable for Americans, particularly small businesses.
Congress considers risks, benefits of AI chatbots
House lawmakers are questioning medical professionals over the risks and benefits that come with the use of AI chatbots.
House lawmakers are questioning medical professionals over the risks and benefits that come with the use of AI chatbots.
Trump welcomes Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman to White House
President Trump rolled out the red carpet for Saudi Arabia's crown prince at the White House on Tuesday, the second time the two leaders have met face-to-face.
President Trump rolled out the red carpet for Saudi Arabia's crown prince at the White House on Tuesday, the second time the two leaders have met face-to-face.
Epstein files vote: Here's who voted against releasing the Epstein files
Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.
Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.
Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
Epstein survivors speak out ahead of vote to release files
Earlier this morning, lawmakers held a press conference with Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse.
Earlier this morning, lawmakers held a press conference with Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse.
Congressman Gimenez: Maduro is a threat to the safety and security of the US
In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Congressional representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is a threat to the safety of the United States.
In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Congressional representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is a threat to the safety of the United States.
Tariff rebate checks face hurdles
President Trump says tariff rebate checks could be coming for some Americans.
President Trump says tariff rebate checks could be coming for some Americans.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
House expected to vote on Epstein files
The House is expected to vote Tuesday on legislation to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, the culmination of a monthslong effort that has overcome opposition from President Donald Trump and Republican leadership.
The House is expected to vote Tuesday on legislation to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, the culmination of a monthslong effort that has overcome opposition from President Donald Trump and Republican leadership.
Trump threatens to pull 2026 FIFA World Cup games from Seattle again
Trump criticized Wilson, calling her a "liberal/communist," and emphasized the importance of safety for the event.
Trump criticized Wilson, calling her a "liberal/communist," and emphasized the importance of safety for the event.
Trump proposes tariff rebate checks but faces hurdles
President Trump says his administration is exploring $2,000 rebate checks for lower- and middle-income Americans, funded by tariff revenue. The plan would require congressional approval, and officials say payments wouldn’t go out until next year at the earliest.
President Trump says his administration is exploring $2,000 rebate checks for lower- and middle-income Americans, funded by tariff revenue. The plan would require congressional approval, and officials say payments wouldn’t go out until next year at the earliest.
Renton Salvation Army needs Thanksgiving food donations, says SNAP benefits still delayed for some
The Salvation Army is stepping up the battle against food insecurity in the western Washington region.
The Salvation Army is stepping up the battle against food insecurity in the western Washington region.
Salvation Army steps up battle against food insecurity
The organization says local food pantries need help in restocking their supplies heading into the holiday season.
The organization says local food pantries need help in restocking their supplies heading into the holiday season.
All SNAP recipients must reapply for benefits: What we know
The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.
The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.
At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes
Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton.
Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton.