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Congress faces tight funding deadline after November return

Four days into fiscal year 2027, lawmakers are already behind schedule to fund the government for the coming year.

Published Oct 5, 2026, 5:10 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Lawmakers will return in November facing a tight deadline to pass funding measures. Four days into fiscal year 2027, Congress is already behind schedule on funding the government for the next 12 months.

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Northeastern Pa. synod installs its first woman bishop

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Published Oct 25, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT

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Verne Allison, founding member of The Dells, dies at 90

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Published Oct 25, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT

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Wheeler Walker Jr., 51, to retire after tour

Wheeler Walker Jr., the 51-year-old country music performer, confirmed he is retiring and plans to leave the music business when his ongoing tour finishes. The singer told fans...

Published Oct 25, 2026, 5:10 AM EDT