Sports
Fort Worth
No. 15 TCU starts season at home against Oral Roberts
No. 15 TCU hosts Oral Roberts in a college basketball season opener in Fort Worth, Texas, on November 3, 2026.
News from the U.S. and the world
Education
Charlestown
Charlestown High community protests proposed 2028 closureCharlestown students deserve a voice before their school is closedBoston’s closure plan must deliver on promise of better schools
Students, staff and parents urged Boston school officials on November 4 to reconsider a plan to close Charlestown High School in June 2028. The School Committee is scheduled to vote on the proposal on December 2.Charlestown High students, staff and parents challenged Boston’s proposed 2028 closure at a School Committee meeting on November 4, urging officials to consider alternatives before a December 2 vote.Boston officials proposed closing Charlestown High in June 2028 after enrollment fell, drawing protests from students, staff and parents at a November 4 School Committee meeting ahead of a December 2 vote.
Crime
Philadelphia
Missing Philadelphia Girl Found Dead in South Jersey Car
Jalayshia Alford, 10, who was reported missing from West Philadelphia on October 26, was found dead in a car in Lindenwold, New Jersey, on November 5.
Politics
Austin
Hinojosa to Outline Priorities at First Post-Election BriefingHinojosa’s Win Puts Public Schools at Center of Texas AgendaHinojosa’s Promises Face Legislative Tests After Texas Upset
Texas Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is scheduled to hold her first post-election news conference in Austin on November 5, after defeating Greg Abbott and beginning transition discussions.Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is set to discuss her priorities in Austin on November 5, after campaigning against school vouchers and promising changes to state education leadership.Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa will outline her agenda in Austin on November 5, including proposals on schools, taxes and energy that will require lawmakers’ approval.
Education
Cambridge
Scientists Ask MIT to Reconsider Sabatini’s TenureMIT Must Weigh Harassment Concerns Alongside Sabatini VerdictJury Verdict Puts MIT’s Treatment of Sabatini Under Scrutiny
On November 4, scientists urged MIT to review its decision to end David Sabatini’s tenure after a Boston jury found in his favor in a defamation case. The verdict ordered former colleague Kristin Knouse to pay him $6 million.On November 4, scientists urged MIT to revisit David Sabatini’s tenure after a jury ordered Kristin Knouse to pay him $6 million. The verdict has also raised concern that such judgments could deter people from bringing harassment claims.On November 4, 50 scientists called on MIT to reconsider its decision to end David Sabatini’s tenure, citing new trial evidence and a unanimous jury verdict in his favor. The jury ordered Kristin Knouse to pay him $6 million.
Entertainment
Boston
Matt Damon Says He Regrets Passing on Ted
Matt Damon said on November 5, 2026, that he declined the lead role in the Boston-filmed comedy Ted after second-guessing his response to the script.
Accidents
McCaysville
Record Ocoee River Flooding Closes Georgia-Tennessee Towns
On November 5, catastrophic flooding along the Ocoee River forced McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee, to close as residents were evacuated and rescue crews searched affected areas.
Crime
World
Brand Convicted as Lawyer Confronts Journalist Outside CourtBrand Verdict Undercuts Claims the Documentary Poisoned JusticeBrand Conviction Raises Questions About Media Influence on Trial
Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court in London on November 5. His lawyer later confronted journalist Rosamund Urwin outside the courthouse, while Brand’s family and supporters attended the trial.A jury convicted Russell Brand of rape and sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court on November 5, rejecting his defence in a case involving six women. His lawyer then berated a journalist whose investigation helped bring allegations to light.Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court on November 5, after his lawyer argued that a documentary had tainted the case. The lawyer confronted a journalist involved in the investigation outside court.
Entertainment
U.S.
Kelce Looks Forward to First Christmas as a Married Man
Travis Kelce said on November 5 that he is excited to celebrate his first Christmas as Taylor Swift’s husband and create new holiday traditions with her.
Science and tech
U.S.
Claude Adds a Tool for Reviewing Personal Finances
Anthropic introduced Claude’s Personal Finance feature in the United States on November 5, allowing eligible subscribers to connect bank and credit-card accounts and ask questions about their money.
Entertainment
Los Angeles
NBC Sets January Premiere for David Boreanaz’s Rockford Files
NBC will preview its David Boreanaz-led Rockford Files reboot on January 2 after an NFL broadcast, then begin its regular Thursday run on January 7.
Entertainment
New York City
Kardashian and Lawrence Step Out in Matching SKIMS Pajamas
Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lawrence wore matching SKIMS holiday pajamas and robes during a New York City outing on November 4.
That's all for this week.
