THE WATERBURY TIMES|Published Nov 21, 2025 6:00AM

Waterbury, CT- America wakes up to a wave of major national developments touching politics, security, education, the courts and more! Here’s what’s moving across the country this morning:

Holiday Travel Delays Expected

Airports across the country are reporting heavier-than-normal pre-Thanksgiving traffic. Airlines are advising travelers to plan for delays as winter weather moves through the Midwest and Northeast.

Budget Extension Talks Continue in Washington

Congress is working to avoid a government funding lapse. Lawmakers are negotiating a short-term extension ahead of the holiday week.

Cold Front Brings Early Winter Temperatures

A strong cold snap is hitting several states, bringing below-average temperatures to the Great Lakes, New England and parts of the South. Energy providers are preparing for increased demand.

Officials Target Multi-State Auto Theft Rings

Federal and state agencies announced new coordinated efforts to investigate rising multi-state auto theft operations. Several major cases remain active.

Tech Companies Face Renewed Safety Scrutiny

Social media platforms are seeing increased pressure from regulators over youth safety, content controls and AI-generated misinformation. More hearings are expected through the end of the year.

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