My sister died and left me as the beneficiary on her 401 (k). I could really use the cash — but should I let this nest egg ...

Social security, Medicare and Medicaid payments are continuing now that the federal government has shut down, but other programs might have to rely on state funds if a shutdown drags on, experts say.

National security scholar Tom Nichols argues that Trump has taken control of the nation's intelligence and justice systems and is now testing the military's independence. Here's a line that caught our ...