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Business National Harbor

Prince George’s County Board Advances National Harbor Sphere Plans

On November 5, Prince George’s County’s Planning Board issued an initial endorsement of plans for a $1.4 billion Sphere entertainment venue at National Harbor in Maryland.

Politics U.S.

LGBT Representation Set to Reach Record in Congress

At least 17 LGBT candidates won seats in the next Congress after Tuesday’s elections across the United States, the Congressional Equality Caucus said on November 5.

Science and tech U.S.

FAA Begins Replacing Floppy-Disk Air Traffic Systems

On November 5, the FAA announced a digital system to replace aging air traffic information technology at 435 sites by the end of 2028. Five locations are first in line for upgrades.

Politics U.S.

Gronkowski Denies Turning Point USA Election Day Tie

On November 3, Rob Gronkowski and Camille Kostek visited polling places in New Hampshire, where they were photographed near Turning Point USA members and Republican candidates. Gronkowski later said he was not affiliated with the group.

Accidents Warren

Man and 11-Year-Old Injured in Warren Accidental Shooting

A 37-year-old man and an 11-year-old boy were injured when a handgun discharged at a home in Warren, Michigan, on November 4. Both were hospitalized and are expected to recover.

Politics U.S.

Spanberger’s Office Withholds Records on Girls’ Sports Rule Withdrawal

On November 5, Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s office said it was withholding fewer than 100 records related to the July withdrawal of a proposed rule on girls’ sports and female-only spaces.

Sports Jacksonville

Five-Star Receiver Brysen Wright Commits to Miami

Brysen Wright, a five-star wide receiver at Mandarin High School in Jacksonville, committed to Miami on November 5, choosing the Hurricanes over Florida and Texas.

Crime Detroit

Kuzzo’s Owner Faces Five Felony Tax Charges

Published November 5, 2026. Ronald Bartell, former owner of Detroit’s Kuzzo’s Chicken & Waffles, was arraigned on November 3 on five felony counts involving alleged state sales tax violations.

Business U.S.

Russian Diesel Tankers Turn Away From U.S. Ports

Two tankers carrying Russian diesel changed course after President Donald Trump authorized imports to the United States. The shipments’ prospects remained uncertain on November 5 amid legal warnings and concerns about sanctions.

Politics U.S.

Silver Speculates Trump Could Leave After Democratic Midterm Sweep

On November 5, Nate Silver said he had a hunch President Donald Trump might seek to leave office after Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections.

Education Montgomery County

Maryland Teacher’s Posts Call for Aborting Male Fetuses

A learning-support instructor at Clopper Mill Elementary School in Montgomery County, Maryland, posted that women should abort male fetuses and stop having boys. The posts appeared on Facebook in October.

Health U.S.

Wisconsin Reports First Measles Death Since 1990

A Wisconsin infant died from measles during a southwestern Wisconsin outbreak, state officials said on November 5. The state has recorded 431 cases this year.