The shutdown became one of the three longest in U.S. history on Friday, with lawmakers indicating they believe it will drag on and few signs emerging of progress toward reopening the government.

Rumors that a major California freeway would be shut down for a missile demonstration were refuted in a statement from the Marine Corps.

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A week into the government shutdown, efforts to get Senate Democrats on board with a short-term funding extension have ground ...

Thanks to the Fed's rate cut last month, CD rates are starting to dip as we head into October. A few banks have already lowered their yields -- and with another Fed meeting on the calendar for Oct. 28 ...

Savers are in a strong position right now. Many high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) are paying 4.00% APY or more -- far above the tiny returns at most big banks. An HYSA works just like a regular ...

Not all federal workers are furloughed, with significant exemptions in some agencies. Excepted employees, or those whose work includes protecting life and property, are expected to continue ...

The federal shutdown will affect people across the United States. NPR's network of member stations explains what will be ...