The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means in your community

The federal government remains shut down. The NPR Network is following the ways the shutdown is affecting services across the country.

Government shutdown key dates: What happened and what’s happening, day by day

Paychecks were affected starting Day 10, and museums closed on Day 12. The House last held session on September 19.

Government shutdown knowledge: gaming out its potential end

As Socrates or Yogi Berra might say, “knowing nothing" rules the shutdown standoff. President Trump’s role looms as Congress stalls, fatigue grows, and blame spreads.

What’s happening to end the government shutdown? Nothing

Democrats are talking to their voters who are desperate to fight. Republicans rarely reach beyond their base. And President Donald Trump, supposedly the world’s greatest dealmaker, is tuned out.

What to know about October 2025 Social Security, SSI payments during government shutdown

The Social Security Administration will continue distributing disability and SSI payments, but some services are unavailable during the government shutdown.

How long will the government shutdown 2025 last? Update, odds on next Senate vote today

Now the second longest government shutdown in history, how much longer is it expected to last? See odds on next Senate vote to reopen today

Government shutdown updates: USDA resumes some farm aid but bigger bailout uncertain

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, following Trump's lunch with Republican senators at the White House, said the president is "prepared to sit down" with Democrats to talk about healthcare (specifically Obamacare subsidies) but only once the government shutdown ends.

Gavin Newsom Deploys California Military Over Government Shutdown

Californian governor deploying military to help families whose food benefits have been affected by the government shutdown.

Government shutdown replay; Sen. Jeff Merkley sets state record with marathon speech

Democrats continue to insist on greater health care spending as a condition to reopen the government. But Republicans disagree.

Government shutdown leaves downtown Atlanta restaurants struggling "We lost a lot of business"

Downtown Atlanta restaurants that rely on federal workers say business has plummeted as the government shutdown continues.
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