The National Weather Service issued a frost advisory for the DC area, warning of potential harm to sensitive vegetation and advising residents to take care of their plants.

Oregon Senators Wyden and Merkley urge the USDA to quickly release November SNAP benefits, citing concerns over delayed processing and potential impacts on food security.

Montgomery County Police seek public help in locating missing 38-year-old Daisy Alejandra Reyes from Germantown.

Senators Wyden and Merkley joined a letter urging Trump to maintain opposition to Israel's annexation of West Bank territories, emphasizing the need for a two-state solution and peace negotiations.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy criticizes Pennsylvania's SEPTA for mismanagement and safety issues, urging Governor Shapiro to address the situation.

Pilot unions call on Congress to end the government shutdown with a clean resolution, supported by House Transportation Committee leaders who blame Senate Democrats for the impasse.

Republican officials highlighted the impact of the government shutdown on aviation safety and air traffic controllers working without pay at a press conference. They urged a resolution to the funding standoff.

Senator Katie Britt discussed the government shutdown's impact on Alabama, highlighting the struggles of furloughed workers and small business owners in need of federal services.

Oregon Senators Wyden and Merkley urge the USDA to release funds to ensure uninterrupted SNAP benefits, noting the potential impact on over 750,000 Oregonians. They seek use of contingency funds to prevent a benefits gap due to financial strain.

U.S. Secretary Sean P. Duffy established the Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure Council to enhance aesthetic aspects of American transportation systems.

Transportation Secretary Duffy highlights the impact of the government shutdown on American aviation, with air traffic controllers unpaid and holiday travel potentially disrupted.

The Metropolitan Police Department arrested Rahsaan Smith for a 2023 triple homicide in Southeast Washington DC, with charges including three counts of premeditated first-degree murder.

Pilot unions urge Congress to pass a resolution to end the government shutdown and fund federal workers, including air traffic controllers, as aviation safety could be jeopardized by the impasse.