Epstein files: When will they be released?

The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.

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.

Florida lawmakers renew debate over lowering firearm age to 18

Florida lawmakers are once again debating whether 18-year-olds should be allowed to buy rifles and other long guns in the state.

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.

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.

Florida father sent back to prison under law that no longer exists

Robert Woodall fired what he calls warning shots into the ground during a fight more than 20 years ago. The bullet ricocheted and injured another man’s ankle. 

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.

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. 

What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files

If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.

DOJ sues to block new California congressional map following Prop 50 win

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.

Food giveaway seen as a helping hand for those missing SNAP benefits

Hundreds of families waited hours outside the Lee Davis Community Center in Tampa, some arriving before sunrise Friday, all waiting for the same thing: help to put food on the table.

Ex-Clinton Cabinet secretary exchanged emails regularly with Epstein after conviction, new docs reveal

Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers had regular contact with Jeffrey Epstein. The email exchanges include talks about an unknown woman and discussions about politics and President Donald Trump, according to new documents.

When will SNAP payments resume now that the government shutdown has ended?

The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.

Epstein files: discharge petition gains signatures needed to force US House vote

A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.