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Catholic Charities tests Wisconsin’s unemployment payment system at Supreme Court
A chapter of Catholic Charities in Wisconsin contends it should be exempted from the state’s unemployment compensation system because it’s a charitable organization with a religious mission.
6 things borrowers should know about federal student loans right now
NPR has spent the past few weeks catching up with student loan experts and asking the Trump administration for clarity on some of borrowers’ biggest questions.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court vote is getting national attention and millions from Musk
The court could face cases on abortion, congressional maps and labor unions. With Tesla suing the state, Elon Musk is backing the conservative candidate who’s received President Trump’s endorsement.
Wisconsin's attorney general asks the state Supreme Court to stop Musk's $1 million payments
Wisconsin’s attorney general has asked the liberal-controlled state Supreme Court to stop billionaire Elon Musk from handing over $1 million checks to two voters. The request comes hours before President Donald Trump’s ally plans the giveaway at an evening rally in Green Bay. 
Minnesota union employees demand Walz halt half-time in office policy
Around 500 Minnesota state employees protested Saturday, calling on DFL Gov. Tim Walz to reverse course on a policy to require more in-office work. The governor says having more employees spend at least half their time at their workplaces will improve communication and collaboration.
Trump won't rule out military force to take Greenland
In an interview with NBC News, Trump refused to rule out military force to acquire Greenland. His remarks come a day after Vice President JD Vance's scaled back visit to the island.
FCC chair opens investigation into Disney and ABC over DEI practices
FCC chair Brendan Carr said he wants a review all of Disney's DEI practices — both past and present — to determine whether the company has ever violated any FCC regulations.