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Sports U.S.

MATT CALKINS: Sophie Cunningham urges unity as Natasha Cloud taunts GOP after midterm losses

After the November 3, 2026, U.S. midterm elections, Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham shared a message urging personal responsibility over political division, while Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud mocked Republicans’ losses on social media.

Crime Albuquerque

Two Arrested After Alleged Plot at University of New Mexico TPUSA Event

On November 2, two men were taken into custody during a Turning Point USA gathering at the University of New Mexico over an alleged plan to throw objects into the crowd.

Crime Charleston

Father Charged After Leaving Daughter in Target Line

John-Michael Dooley was arrested in Charleston, South Carolina, on November 6 after police said he left his 6-year-old daughter resting near a Target while he saved his spot in the queue for a Pokémon card launch.

Crime Brooklyn

Brooklyn Man Charged in Katie Suarez’s Fatal Stabbing

On November 7, Sayed Mohassib faced a charge of murder in the second degree in the killing of Katie Suarez, who was attacked while jogging in Brooklyn on October 30.

Business World

Former Passenger Hopes to Buy Failed Cruise Ship

On November 6, retired Montana car dealer Whitney Olson said she hopes to buy the Villa Vie Odyssey and revive its voyage after about 200 passengers were left stranded in Cambodia when the cruise ended.

Business U.S.

Many Americans Plan Holiday Cuts to Afford Christmas

On November 7, 2026, surveys found many Americans plan to cut spending on necessities and other costs to manage holiday expenses. Some also expect to use credit cards or buy now, pay later services for seasonal purchases.

Entertainment U.S.

Godzilla Minus Zero Leads North American Box Office

On November 7, Godzilla Minus Zero led North American theaters after earning $14.5 million Friday, while The Cat in the Hat opened in second place with $6 million.

Crime Willis

Two Men Die in Willis Shooting Involving a Woman’s Boyfriend and Ex

Two men died in a shooting at a home on Pleasure Lake Drive in Willis, Texas, on November 6. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said the woman involved was not injured.

Politics U.S.

Trump Says He Could Stop Insulting Democrats to Reach Deals

In a 60 Minutes interview preview released before the full program airs on November 8, President Donald Trump said he could refrain from insulting Democrats to reach agreements with the new Congress.

Crime U.S.

Arkansas Bar Exam Scores Allegedly Altered Across Eight Tests

On November 5, Arkansas officials announced felony charges against former court administrator Nancie Givens over alleged bar exam score tampering and deleted files.

Politics San Francisco Bay Area

Bay Area voters approve transit funding measures

Bay Area voters approved a regional sales tax and a San Francisco parcel tax this week, directing new funding to transit agencies facing major service cuts.

Politics U.S.

Miller Backed Arrests to Pressure Journalists Over Sources

Stephen Miller, who is set to become White House chief of staff, supported considering arrests to make journalists reveal confidential government sources, while outgoing chief of staff Susie Wiles opposed the idea, people familiar with the discussions said on November 7, 2026.