News for October 18, 2025

Sunrise Community Health in Northern Colorado is warning that a federal shutdown and possible Medicaid cuts could make it harder to serve many low-income patients.

Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services says SNAP benefits will not be paid during the federal shutdown, leaving recipients without November payments until funding is restored.

Thousands of people marched in New York City’s “No Kings” protest, while President Donald Trump faced renewed criticism over immigration enforcement, the government shutdown, and his use of federal force.

At “No Kings” rallies, Democrats protested President Donald Trump, but many also voiced frustration with their own party’s weak leadership and lack of unity.

Christophe Waggoner uses thrifted materials to make free Halloween costumes for families, helping offset rising costume prices.

At UC San Diego Health, nurse Rod Salaysay uses live music to help patients feel less pain and anxiety after surgery.

The 5 Freeway near Camp Pendleton was shut for several hours during a Marine Corps live-fire event that Vice President JD Vance attended, despite earlier plans to keep the road open.

Marissa Coreno was diagnosed with stage II breast cancer at age 27 after ignoring a lump in her armpit, and she has since gone through major treatment and recovered.

Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater’s new film “Blue Moon” looks at the painful end of an artistic partnership through the life of lyricist Lorenz Hart.

Best Results Dental Marketing says it is using online tools and dental-focused strategy to help dental practices win more patients in a tough economy.

Los Alamitos stands out in Southern California for ticket revenue, as city police say the traffic enforcement is meant to improve safety, not raise money.

California sued plastic bag maker Novolex Holdings and reached settlements with other companies over claims that their bags were falsely sold as recyclable.