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The federal government remains shut down, in what is now the longest shutdown in U.S. history. Reporters from the NPR Network are digging into the ways the government shutdown is playing out in their region.

The bargaining deadline between the WNBA and its players' union has been extended after negotiations failed to result in a contract. NPR speaks with Erin Drake, a lawyer for the union.

The U.S. is seeing a decline in international tourists this year, about 9 percent. The number of Canadian visitors has plummeted. But after an initial drop, there's an uptick in travelers from Mexico.

Zohran Mamdani will be the next mayor of America's biggest city. But voters who elected him say the hopeful tone and big ideas of Mamdani's campaign could resonate beyond New York City.

NPR gets a rare glimpse inside the Israeli-occupied zone of devastated Gaza.

US citizens were restrained, questioned, and in some cases held for days in ways that conflict with the government's public assurances.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth briefed top lawmakers on Wednesday on a series of strikes conducted by the Trump administration on alleged drug boats.

Democrats enjoyed major wins beyond just the marquee races, up and down the ballot — and across the country — continuing the party's momentum heading into the 2026 midterm elections.

The 2025 elections were good to Democrats with wins in several major races, including governor's races in two states. And, the ongoing government shutdown is now the longest in U.S. history.

Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy pilot, says voters chose her to lead and address affordability at a time when many New Jersey residents feel challenged by the Trump administration.