Tim Walz ends reelection campaign for governor of Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will not seek reelection for a third term as governor, saying he can't give a political campaign his all after what he described as an "extraordinarily difficult year for our state."
Rep. James Walkinshaw: Trump administration needs to explain legal rational for Maduro capture
In an interview Monday with LiveNow Digital Journalist Caral Lajara, Democrat Congressional representative James R. Walkinshaw says the Trump administration needs to explain the legal rationale after U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
Gov. Walz likely to drop out of 2026 MN governor's race: Report
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is likely to announce Monday that he will drop out of the 2026 governor's race, political insider Blois Olson reported on Sunday.
Monday is Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's final day in office
Today marks the final day in office for Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, ending her tenure in Congress after a highly publicized break with President Donald Trump.
What did Trump mean US will 'run' Venezuela? Rubio explains
Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to clarify President Donald Trump’s remarks that the U.S. would “run” Venezuela.
US captures Venezuelan president in strike: Georgians react to use of force
Georgians are reacting to the strike on Venezuela and the capture of its president as Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarifies the U.S. will not "run" the country.
Trump's plan to seize Venezuela's oil is an uphill battle: Here's why
President Donald Trump says the U.S. plans to take over Venezuela’s oil, with the help of American oil companies. Industry experts say that’s a tall order.
Trump claims US will 'run' Venezuela after Maduro captured
The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.
Can the U.S. 'run' Venezuela? What the law says about Maduro's arrest
President Donald Trump said the U.S. will “run" Venezuela, at least temporarily, and tap its vast oil reserves to sell to other nations.
Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Who is Nicolás Maduro? Venezuelan president captured by US forces
Nicolás Maduro’s rise from unionized bus driver to the president who oversaw Venezuela’s economic collapse began 40 years ago.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens to begin 2nd term with 3-day celebration
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens will be sworn in for a second term Monday as part of a three-day celebration centered on service and community involvement.
Mayor Owens outlines 2026 expansion plans for Georgia's 12th largest city
Mableton Mayor Michael Owens highlights the city's transition to Qualified City Status and 2026 plans for a Municipal Court.
Your 2026 tax guide: All the changes to know before filing
New tax deductions have been enacted for many working Americans and seniors. Here’s what you need to know about the new laws that could impact your return.
Federal government freezes Minnesota child care funding amid fraud investigation
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced it has frozen all child care payments to Minnesota amid the ongoing investigation and allegations of fraud. The equates to about $185 million per year.
Multiple new laws for Georgia in 2026 | Here are some big ones
A new slate of Georgia laws takes effect Thursday ushering in changes that affect vehicle regulations, homeowners insurance protections, ethics investigations and specialty license plates.
Charlie Kirk murder: Judge rules redacted transcript, audio from closed hearing can be released
A judge ruled Monday that the transcript and audio recordings of a closed-door hearing involving Tyler Robinson, the man accused of shooting and killing Charlie Kirk, can be released in redacted forms.
The government could shut down again in January: What we know
When Congress ended the longest government shutdown in history last month, lawmakers only approved federal funding through the end of January.
Georgia voter data lawsuit draws intervention from voting rights organizations
Voting rights groups move to intervene in DOJ lawsuit seeking unredacted Georgia voter records.
FBI permanently closing HQ at J. Edgar Hoover Building, Kash Patel announces
The FBI will be moving its headquarters to the Reagan Building, and permanently closing the J. Edgar Hoover Building.