On November 3, 2026, Rogers, Minnesota, officials said an election judge’s blood-streaked “Problem Solved” shirt was Halloween attire, not political messaging, after conservative commentators called for the judge to be punished. The city said the judge was a Republican election judge and that the shirt did not violate state rules for polling places.
On November 4, Nicolas Cage said he and his family were fine after describing himself as “a little bit homeless” because a sinkhole damaged his Malibu home.
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is set for another run at over 1,000 theaters across North America on December 11, including Imax venues, after its home release begins November 17.
Lockheed Martin agreed to pay $29.5 million to resolve federal claims over race- and sex-related employment practices at the defense contractor. The settlement, announced in November 2026, includes payments to the government and more than 1,000 workers.The Trump administration secured a $29.5 million settlement from Lockheed Martin over alleged race- and sex-related employment decisions. The case puts federal pressure on workplace diversity practices at the center of a broader fight over civil rights.Lockheed Martin agreed to pay $29.5 million to resolve federal allegations that race and sex affected employment decisions at the defense contractor. The settlement requires merit-based hiring and promotion practices, though the company admitted no liability.
On November 4, senator-elect Peggy Flanagan called for new Senate Democratic leadership, while criticism of Chuck Schumer and House leader Hakeem Jeffries grew after Democratic election victories.On November 4, progressives pressed Democrats to replace Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries, arguing the party’s wins demand bolder leadership and accountability.On November 4, progressive Democrats renewed efforts to oust Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries, challenging leaders who say affordability should take priority.
Democrats’ victories on November 3 gave them control of both chambers of Congress, setting up a confrontation with President Donald Trump when the new Congress begins on January 3.Democrats’ November 3 victories gave them control of the House and Senate, creating an opening to pursue lower health care, energy and grocery costs when the new Congress starts January 3.Democrats’ November 3 victories gave them control of both chambers of Congress, setting up a fight over Trump’s agenda, vetoes and investigations beginning January 3.
Indiana executed Jeffrey Weisheit on November 5, while Florida and Alabama planned executions of two other men. The three lethal injections came as the US death penalty faced renewed scrutiny.Indiana executed Jeffrey Weisheit on November 5, as Florida and Alabama prepared to put two more men to death. Appeals for clemency and concerns about execution methods did not stop the scheduled killings.Indiana executed Jeffrey Weisheit on November 5, while Florida and Alabama scheduled executions for two men convicted of killing older adults. Governors and courts rejected efforts to spare the men or stop the proceedings.
Newly elected Michigan Sen. Abdul El-Sayed discussed attacks on his Muslim faith during his campaign on The View on November 5, two days after defeating Republican Mike Rogers.Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Senate race after Republicans made attacks on his Muslim faith a feature of the campaign, he said on The View on November 5.After winning Michigan’s Senate race, Abdul El-Sayed used a November 5 appearance on The View to condemn Republican campaign attacks on his faith and background.
Mexican judge Luis Benítez Alcántara was arrested in Colombia on November 1 on U.S. charges alleging he took a $2 million bribe to release Canadian suspect Andrew Clark from custody in Mexico.
Comedian Nate Bargatze’s new stand-up special, Good for Nathan, will premiere on Netflix on November 24. He filmed the show in Fort Worth, Texas.
Republican Rep. John McGuire won reelection in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Tom Perriello. The race was called on November 5.Republican Rep. John McGuire narrowly defeated Democrat Tom Perriello in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District. The race was called on November 5.Republican Rep. John McGuire won reelection in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District, turning back Tom Perriello. The race was called on November 5.
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.
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