Republican Leigh Wambsganss lost the state Senate District 9 election by more than 14 percentage points.

The House of Representatives passed a federal funding bill along bipartisan lines, with the partial government shutdown nearing its end.

The U.S. deal comes after global trading partners have been signing trade pacts, leaving America looking ostracized and more isolated.

China is banning hidden door handles on all cars sold in the country, becoming the first country in the world to target the feature – which was popularized by Tesla but has for years drawn concern over safety risks.

The National Weather Service announced winter weather warnings for eight states this week as snow and strong winds approach.