Government shutdown takes effect: Impacts to Americans
The U.S. is under its first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican-backed bill to keep funding the government. Government funding legislation was not passed by Congress on Tuesday night, which means many government offices across the nation will be temporarily shuttered, and nonexempt federal employees will be furloughed, adding to the strain on workers and the nation?s economy. Here's the latest on the effort to avoid a government shutdown.
The U.S. is under its first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican-backed bill to keep funding the government. Government funding legislation was not passed by Congress on Tuesday night, which means many government offices across the nation will be temporarily shuttered, and nonexempt federal employees will be furloughed, adding to the strain on workers and the nation?s economy. Here's the latest on the effort to avoid a government shutdown.
Palm Bay councilmember doubles down on inflammatory posts, faces growing calls for suspension
A special Palm Bay City Council meeting drew tension Thursday after a councilman’s remarks about Indian Americans sparked public outcry and calls for his removal.
A special Palm Bay City Council meeting drew tension Thursday after a councilman’s remarks about Indian Americans sparked public outcry and calls for his removal.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Government Shutdown 2025: Dems vote down Republican funding bill
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican funding bill to keep the government open Tuesday evening; with this development, the federal government will shut down just past midnight on Wednesday.
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican funding bill to keep the government open Tuesday evening; with this development, the federal government will shut down just past midnight on Wednesday.
Another Brevard County teacher facing discipline over student nickname
Florida’s education commissioner has filed an administrative complaint seeking disciplinary action against a Brevard County science teacher accused of violating state law and professional conduct rules by using a name for a student without parental permission.
Florida’s education commissioner has filed an administrative complaint seeking disciplinary action against a Brevard County science teacher accused of violating state law and professional conduct rules by using a name for a student without parental permission.
Trump Presidential Library: DeSantis, Florida Cabinet approve Miami site near iconic Freedom Tower
Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet on Tuesday approved turning over a 2.63-acre parcel at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library.
Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet on Tuesday approved turning over a 2.63-acre parcel at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library.
Florida OKs land for future Trump Presidential Library
On Tuesday, the Florida Cabinet unanimously approved the gift of 2.63 acres of land in Miami for use as the future Donald J. Trump Presidential Library. POLITICO reporter Kimberly Leonard joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on Florida Live to talk about the site, what it means for the state, reaction from Miami leaders and what happens next.
On Tuesday, the Florida Cabinet unanimously approved the gift of 2.63 acres of land in Miami for use as the future Donald J. Trump Presidential Library. POLITICO reporter Kimberly Leonard joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on Florida Live to talk about the site, what it means for the state, reaction from Miami leaders and what happens next.
DeSantis warns Florida is ‘not Portland’ as state secures major federal immigration funding
Florida is receiving a major boost in federal funding as state and federal leaders announced Friday a "historic agreement" with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through the 287(g) program.
Florida is receiving a major boost in federal funding as state and federal leaders announced Friday a "historic agreement" with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through the 287(g) program.
Two-thirds of Americans back Trump's $1,000 baby savings plan proposal, new survey finds
The enthusiasm for the savings program comes as millions of Americans struggle to set aside money for the future.
The enthusiasm for the savings program comes as millions of Americans struggle to set aside money for the future.
President Trump addresses top military leaders
President Donald Trump joined hundreds of generals on Tuesday morning summoned to Virginia on short notice by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, adding new security concerns. Trump's remarks included discussions of the Nobel Peace Prize, peace negotiations between Israel and Hamas, and his love of tariffs.
President Donald Trump joined hundreds of generals on Tuesday morning summoned to Virginia on short notice by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, adding new security concerns. Trump's remarks included discussions of the Nobel Peace Prize, peace negotiations between Israel and Hamas, and his love of tariffs.
Airlines warn government shutdown could disrupt flights, strain aviation system
The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.
The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.
Will USPS be affected by a government shutdown?
The U.S. Postal Service would not be affected by a government shutdown.
The U.S. Postal Service would not be affected by a government shutdown.
President Trump, PM Netanyahu unveil Gaza peace proposal
On Monday, President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a 20-point peace proposal to end the war in Gaza, which began with Hamas's attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Netanyahu publicly supported the plan, but Hamas has yet to officially respond. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader walks us through what we know about the proposal.
On Monday, President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a 20-point peace proposal to end the war in Gaza, which began with Hamas's attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Netanyahu publicly supported the plan, but Hamas has yet to officially respond. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader walks us through what we know about the proposal.
Seminole commission chairman alleges improper bonus payments to clerk and comptroller employees
Seminole County Clerk and Comptroller Grant Maloy, who is suing the county over nearly $1 million in disputed funding, denied commissioners’ claims that his office gave out bonuses, saying the questioned payments were for PTO buybacks and retention.
Seminole County Clerk and Comptroller Grant Maloy, who is suing the county over nearly $1 million in disputed funding, denied commissioners’ claims that his office gave out bonuses, saying the questioned payments were for PTO buybacks and retention.
Trump, Netanyahu agree on plan to end Gaza war
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday they've agreed on a plan to end the war in Gaza, but it's unclear whether Hamas will accept the terms. Trump on Monday laid out a 20-point plan for ending the Israel-Hamas war and establishing a postwar governance in the war-battered Palestinian territory.
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday they've agreed on a plan to end the war in Gaza, but it's unclear whether Hamas will accept the terms. Trump on Monday laid out a 20-point plan for ending the Israel-Hamas war and establishing a postwar governance in the war-battered Palestinian territory.
Americans favor compromise from politicians to get things done in government, poll shows
A recent poll shows that while Americans prefer for lawmakers to compromise to accomplish tasks in government, others admit that their own members of Congress opt to cling to their beliefs.
A recent poll shows that while Americans prefer for lawmakers to compromise to accomplish tasks in government, others admit that their own members of Congress opt to cling to their beliefs.
Watch Mamdani, Sliwa react on Adams dropping out: ‘He was a crook’
Both Curtis Sliwa and Zohran Mamdani joined Good Day New York with reaction to NYC Mayor Adams' decision to drop out of the 2025 mayoral race.
Both Curtis Sliwa and Zohran Mamdani joined Good Day New York with reaction to NYC Mayor Adams' decision to drop out of the 2025 mayoral race.
Hegseth's military leaders meeting: Trump will attend, reportedly speak
President Donald Trump will reportedly now be speaking at Hegseth’s called meeting of top military leaders this week.
President Donald Trump will reportedly now be speaking at Hegseth’s called meeting of top military leaders this week.
Gov. Ron DeSantis champions Florida's public education, universities
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to host a press conference Monday morning at the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to host a press conference Monday morning at the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville.