The government shutdown ended Wednesday night after Donald Trump signed a House-approved funding resolution. Here's how Illinois lawmakers voted.

The longest government shutdown in US history is coming to an end, but it could take days — and in some cases a week or more — before normal operations resume.

The U.S. Coast Guard contractor alleges he was fired "in retaliation for his private speech on a matter of significant national interest and attention," violating his First Amendment rights, according to the lawsuit.

President Donald Trump signed legislation ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history after more than 40 days, approving funding through January 30.

The six-week government shutdown that came to an end late Wednesday will be another drag on an economy already facing many challenges, though the full impact will take months to measure

According to state data, more than $11.5 million in sales tax revenue was generated by hemp-derived cannabis products in 2024.

President Donald Trump late Wednesday signed a funding package to reopen the federal government, officially bringing a close to the longest shutdown in history.