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Politics U.S.

Ford Defeats Spartz in Indiana House Upset

Democrat J.D. Ford defeated Republican Rep. Victoria Spartz in Indiana’s 5th Congressional District on November 3, flipping a seat she had won by wide margins in 2022 and 2024.

First: Reason · 1 more source
Crime Dorchester

Teen arrested in Dorchester double-homicide case

A 16-year-old was arrested in Foxborough on November 4, 2026, over the 2025 killings by gunfire of two Dorchester men.

First: The Boston Globe · 1 more source
Politics Pemberton Township

Pemberton Mayor Concedes After Meeting Outburst

Pemberton Township Mayor Matthew Bianchini conceded the New Jersey mayoral race to Democrat Belinda Fontanez on November 4. The Republican had been filmed charging toward a resident during an October council meeting.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Media World

Channel 4 Ends Married at First Sight UK After Review

Channel 4 said on November 5 it would end the UK version of Married at First Sight after a review examined welfare procedures following contestants’ sexual assault allegations during filming.

First: The Hollywood Reporter · 1 more source
Crime World

American Sentenced to Life for Rome Partner and Daughter’s Murders

A Rome court sentenced Francis Kaufmann to life in prison on November 5 for murdering Anastasia Trofimova and their baby daughter, with both discovered in Villa Pamphili park in June 2025.

First: Deadline · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Rubio’s Future Draws Scrutiny After Republican Midterm Losses

On November 5, reports said Secretary of State Marco Rubio could leave the Trump administration after Republicans lost both chambers in the midterms, possibly to prepare for a 2028 presidential run. The White House and State Department rejected the claims.

First: Raw Story · 1 more source
Sports World

Portugal Plans Tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo After National Team Exit

Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his Portugal career after 23 years, 234 appearances and 146 goals. The Portuguese Football Federation says it wants to organize a tribute, though it has not announced what form it will take.

First: Sports Illustrated · 1 more source
Accidents Decatur

Train Strikes Truck on Decatur Tracks, Disrupting Traffic

A CSX train struck a stopped tractor-trailer in Decatur on November 5, scattering paper rolls and closing nearby intersections. The truck driver escaped before impact, police said.

First: FOX 5 Atlanta · 1 more source
Science and tech

OpenAI Unveils More Capable Cybersecurity Model With Tighter Safeguards

OpenAI introduced GPT-6 Cyber on November 5, saying it can find software weaknesses more effectively while staying within its instructions more often. The model is initially restricted to approved cybersecurity customers.

First: The Verge · 1 more source
Politics Scottsdale

Amish Shah flips Arizona’s 1st District for Democrats

Democrat Amish Shah defeated Republican Jay Feely for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, a Scottsdale-area seat, in the November 3 election. The Associated Press called the race for Shah on November 5.

First: AZFamily · 2 more sources
Business Miami

Shorty’s Dadeland Restaurant Sets December 27 Closing Date

Shorty’s Bar-B-Q will close its Dadeland restaurant in Miami on December 27, 2026, after 75 years. Its West Miami and Davie outlets are set to stay open.

First: Miami New Times · 1 more source
Business Irving

Nexstar Revenue Nearly Doubles on Political Advertising

Nexstar reported third-quarter revenue of $2.13 billion and net income of $255 million on November 5, 2026, as political advertising helped lift results. Executives also discussed the Tegna merger appeal and The CW’s path to profitability.

First: WTOP · 1 more source