Caring for Family Members with Alzheimer's During the Holidays
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can create high levels of stress and heavy emotional strains during the holidays. For those with the disease, being together for the holidays can sometimes reveal its progression to their family members
Visitors can Learn about White House in New Interactive Experience in Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. - If you’re looking for a unique experience visiting our nation's capital, why not try being President for a few moments? Well, you can at a new interactive experience from the White House Historical Association. In September, they
Outgoing Congressman Molinaro Open to Returning to Public Service
WASHINGTON, D.C. - After losing the election by three points, Congressman Marc Molinaro (R-NY) gave his farewell remarks on the House floor. He told our Washington Correspondent if given the chance, he would love to serve again. The Congressman served one
Langworthy Hopes to Bring Down Energy Costs with New Role on House Energy and Commerce Committee
Congressman Nick Langworthy (R- NY) has been appointed to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. According to Langworthy's office, he is the first member of Congress to represent the southern tier on the committee in modern history.
Senate Tees Up Vote After House Approves Last Minute Spending Plan to Avoid Shutdown
With about one hour to avoid a government shutdown, senators in Washington are gearing up to vote on a spending plan that passed the house earlier this evening. The bill passed the House after previous versions were shot down by Republicans
House Republicans Reveal New Plan to Fund the Government
WASHINGTON, D.C. - We are just hours away before the government shuts down. House Republican members said there is a plan to fund the government but this measure does not include President-Elect Donald Trump’s wish to address the debt ceiling. Spea
House Republicans Unveil New Government Funding Measure as Members Race to Beat Deadline
WASHINGTON, D.C. - House Republicans are unveiling a new stopgap spending measure to keep the government funded. This comes after President-Elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk pressured members to oppose a previous deal. The new version of the measure is not
Trump Cabinet Nominees Push Forward with Meetings on Capitol Hill
In early 2025, the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate will vote on whether to confirm President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees. With just a few weeks to go, the nominees are trying to shore up as much support as possible.
Sen. Casey Delivers Farewell Address, "Grateful" for Service in US Senate
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Bob Casey (D- PA) made his farewell remarks on the Senate floor Wednesday afternoon. He served in the U.S. Senate for 18 years. We spoke with the outgoing Senator about his time in office and what’s next for him. “Se
Residents, Local Officials and Lawmakers Still Pushing for Answers on Mystery Drones
Lawmakers and local officials across the east coast are still looking for answers from the federal government after several unidentified drone sightings in recent weeks. Reported sightings began in New Jersey in November.
What Tariffs Could Mean for Consumers and Agriculture
The President-elect has vowed a sweeping 25% tariff on all goods coming from Canada and Mexico in an effort to crack down on illegal immigration and the flow of illicit drugs. Doing so could have major impacts on U.S. companies and consumers.
Republican and Democratic Senators Team Up to Require Social Media Warning Labels
According to the U.S. Surgeon General, adolescents who spend more than three hours a day on social media, double the risk of symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who do not. Between 2011-2019, teenage depression rates more than doubled
Up In the Air: Mysterious Drones Leave Officials Puzzled, NJ Residents Seek Answers
Calls for more information and answers are intensifying on Capitol Hill. But those answers and more clarity are just as elusive as these large, mysterious drones, which were first spotted in November.
House Passes $895 Billion Defense Bill, Senate Expected to Vote Next Week
Wednesday evening, the U.S. House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The $895 billion annual defense policy bill was viewed as a critical, must-pass piece of legislation before the end of the year.
Legislation Proposes Term Limits for Supreme Court Justices
A pair of US Senators introduced legislation that calls for term limits for Supreme Court Justices. Currently, Justices have life tenure on the bench. Some Senators argue term limits will help restore trust in the highest Court.
What Mass Deportations Could Mean for the Agriculture Industry
Undocumented immigrants are a key component to the nation’s $1.5 trillion agriculture industry. Researchers, agriculture experts and farmers are growing concerned about what mass deportations could mean for the ag workforce.
Trump says Congressional Members of January 6 Committee Should be Jailed
WASHINGTON, D.C. - President-Elect Donald Trump said during a TV interview some congressional members of the committee that investigated the January 6, 2021 US Capitol attack, should go to jail. He also added on his first day in office, he looks at pardon
WASHINGTON, D.C. - President-Elect Donald Trump is threatening there will be “all hell to pay in the Middle East” and for others who are holding hostages. In Trump’s Truth social post on Monday, he said in part if the hostages are not re
This week, President-elect Donald Trump’s picks for key cabinet positions are trying to build support from senators on Capitol Hill. The Senate is tasked with approving cabinet appointees and will be controlled by Republicans come January.
Democratic senators unanimously voted for Senator Chuck Schumer (D- NY), the current majority leader, to serve as their leader for another two years. Schumer has served as leader of his caucus since 2017.
With a little over one month remaining in his term, President Joe Biden did something he promised he would not do: pardon his son, Hunter. The White House said as recently as November 7 that the President would not grant a pardon for his son.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - After 14 months of war between Israel and Hamas, the IDF announced 21 year-old Omer Neutra from New York, died during the October 7th attack on Israel. It was originally believed that Neutra was taken captive into Gaza as one of the han
WASHINGTON, D.C. - While you’re doing your holiday shopping online, the FBI is warning consumers about scammers. The agency said each year, thousands of people become victims of holiday scams. They’re encouraging shoppers to use good cybersecu
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Our nation’s capital is one of the most unique places to visit during the holidays. Wreaths hang over the White House, a giant Christmas tree is on the front lawn of the Capitol building and US Botanic Gardens have their own fun a
WASHINGTON, D.C. - After more than a year of war, there’s a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah. The US brokered truce aims to lay the foundation of a longer ceasefire agreement. “I applaud the courageous decision made by the lead
