November is a critical month in the federal government shutdown if it drags on for at least a couple of more weeks — and Connecticut would feel the effects across a few federally funded programs,

On Day 25 of the federal government shutdown, Saturday marked the first day after more than 1 million federal employees failed to receive their full paycheck. That impact is now being felt across the country,

The national debt is rising faster than ever and threatens to undermine confidence in the economy, experts warn.

Americans face a "tough time" as food banks are unlikely to be able to meet the demand amid the government shutdown.

The Pentagon confirmed Friday that it accepted an anonymous $130 million donation to help offset the cost of troops’ salaries and benefits during the shutdown. The Defense Department accepted the donation under its “general gift acceptance authority” on Thursday, chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement.

Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.

As Socrates or Yogi Berra might say, “knowing nothing" rules the shutdown standoff. President Trump’s role looms as Congress stalls, fatigue grows, and blame spreads.

Kentucky is bracing for more pain as the government shutdown stretches toward the one-month mark. Here's where things stand.