The EPA faces criticism for proposing to end its greenhouse gas reporting program that tracks emissions from large energy firms and industrial companies.

Mother-daughter political divide emerges as New Hampshire's Sen. Jeanne Shaheen backs shutdown deal while daughter Stefany opposes it over healthcare concerns.

Rep. Melanie Stansbury criticizes eight Senate Democrats for ending the 42-day stalemate, arguing federal employee protections shouldn't have been necessary.

New brain imaging technology helps veterans with PTSD and trauma find healing through objective evidence of invisible injuries, offering hope beyond traditional care.

Lawmakers hope that the bipartisan desire to fund the government with spending bills can put the Senate on a path to avoid another shutdown, and have until early next year to do it.