On This Day, Jan. 30: WHO declares COVID-19 a public health emergency

On Jan. 30, 2020, World Health Organization officials declared the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak -- later to be dubbed ...

UPI Almanac for Friday, Jan. 30, 2026

On0, World Health Organization officials declared the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak -- later to be dubbed COVID-19 -- a ...

Today in Chicago History: George Ryan leaves prison — 13 years after he declared a state moratorium on executions

2000: Illinois Gov. George Ryan declared a moratorium on executions, saying it would be in effect until he could be morally certain that no innocent person would face execution in the state. Three ...

New INTOO/Harris Poll Report Finds Nearly 30% Increase in U.S. Employees Experiencing Layoff Anxiety Compared to 2019

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Would a government shutdown impact tax returns? What to know.

The IRS's ability to stay open during a shutdown depends on funding. How will filings and refunds be impacted?
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Congress Could End Government Shutdown Drama Once and For All

Government funding will expire on January 30, 2026, at which point agencies funded under six of the 12 appropriations bills ...

Federal government could shut down. How it affect your tax refund

The IRS's ability to stay open during a shutdown depends on funding. How will filings and refunds be impacted?

Will the government shut down? Senate Democrats make demands after Pretti killing

The chances of a partial government shutdown have become increasingly likely in recent days as Senate Democrats outline ...

30 Belugas Stuck at Closed Canadian Park and at Risk of Euthanasia Receive 'Conditional Approval' to Move to U.S.

Federal officials say final permits will depend on health checks and confirmed care plans at accredited U.S. aquariums ...