The Missouri Supreme Court has blocked a Republican-backed congressional map from being used in the 2026 elections, ordering voters to decide its future through a referendum.
Aides described a chaotic final stretch of talks as both chambers raced to finalize text before the midnight deadline.
State leaders from both parties said the standoff in Washington left local budgets in limbo for weeks.
Another near-miss in Washington should worry every American who expects government to simply function.
Every standoff leaves scars that don't show up in the next day's headlines.
Rural America rarely gets a seat at the table when budget fights dominate the news.
A familiar proposal keeps resurfacing every time gridlock grabs headlines.
Voters say they're tired of the drama, yet the ratings suggest otherwise.
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A growing number of retirees are pouring their savings into reviving historic roadside motels along the old highway.
Facing pressure to sell, a handful of multigenerational farms are finding new ways to stay afloat.
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