The White House is set to announce a new office dedicated to gun violence prevention. And could there be a Hollywood ending? Talks continue between writers and studios as the strike approaches five months. Hear about these stories and more in The Morning Rundown for Friday, Sept. 22, 2023. Biden to announce creation of Office of…

Congress has until the end of September to fund the government. With about a week to spare, here are the options: Meet the deadline, pass a stopgap bill, or shut down. But when budget showdowns reach shutdowns, there is a significant taxpayer cost. Here are five times politicians shut down the government in this week’s…

For the first time, all three of America’s major automakers, including GM, Ford and Stellantis, are currently facing a strike organized by the United Auto Workers (UAW) union. This work stoppage has raised concerns among consumers and is poised to have significant implications for the automotive industry, as well as car buyers. “We are not…

A historic strike begins as autoworkers and Detroit’s three big car companies fail to come to an agreement. And NASA releases its findings after a yearlong study into UFOs. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Sept. 15, 2023. Autoworkers go on strike against Detroit’s Big 3 For the first time ever, the…

United Auto Workers are striking against Detroit’s Big Three automakers at the same time for the first time. The impact could be financially devastating. Economists estimate 10 days on the picket lines against General Motors, Ford and Fiat Chrysler-parent Stellantis could cost the U.S. economy $5.6 billion and push Michigan into a recession. Strikes can…

The leaders of North Korea and Russia meet as the two U.S. adversaries look to strengthen their relationship. And Apple unveils big changes with its next generation of iPhones. These stories and more highlight the Morning Rundown for Sept. 13, 2023. Kim Jong Un meets with Vladimir Putin in Russia North Korean leader Kim Jong…

North Korea unveiled its first “tactical nuclear attack submarine” on Friday, Sept. 8. According to state media, Submarine No. 841 has been assigned to the fleet that patrols the waters between the Korean peninsula and Japan. North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un said the submarine will be one of the main “underwater offensive means of the…

Former President Donald Trump said he plans to surrender to authorities in Georgia, and it’s the end of an era for an iconic plumber. These stories and more highlight The Rundown for Tuesday, Aug. 22. Trump to surrender to authorities in Georgia Former President Trump planned to surrender to authorities on Thursday, Aug. 24 in…

The request from lawyers for former President Donald Trump to push his federal trial over alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election to 2026 could provide relief as the former president focuses on other trials and the 2024 election campaign. It all starts with the first Republican presidential debate on Wednesday, Aug.…

Maui’s emergency chief stepped down amid questions over his agency’s wildfire response. And the island received a massive donation for victims that has special meaning to the community. These stories and more highlight The Rundown for Friday, Aug. 18, 2023. Maui emergency chief resigns amid wildfire response criticism The chief responsible for emergency response in…