So there are two kinds of government spending: mandatory and discretionary. Now mandatory spending accounts for about ...

The government must furlough or stop all non-essential functions until funding is voted on and approved by Congress and ...

A government shutdown essentially indicates that money to pay federal employees and keep the lights on at federal agencies has run out. That means that non-essential government functions are reduced, ...

As Republicans and Democrats clash over a funding bill, a partial government shutdown looms Oct. 1. Here's what happens during a shutdown.

MURFREESBORO, TN. (WKRN) — If you live in Murfreesboro, your chance to learn more about your local government is coming up: the city is hosting a Citizens Academy next month. From systems of ...

Though there is no definite end in sight for the government shutdown, online predictions and upcoming votes provide some ...