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Crime Castaic

Former Deputy Gets 67 Months for Heroin Smuggling Attempt

On November 5, 2026, former Los Angeles County deputy Michael Meiser received a 67-month federal prison term after trying to bring heroin into a jail in Castaic, California.

Sports Champaign

Illinois Tops Nebraska to Secure Bowl Eligibility

Illinois defeated Nebraska 24-13 in Champaign on November 6, earning bowl eligibility with its fourth straight win. Collin Dixon caught two touchdowns, including a record-setting score.

Politics U.S.

Trump Offers UFC Chief Dana White the Press Secretary Job

President Donald Trump said on November 7 that he had offered UFC CEO Dana White the White House press secretary role, proposing that several mixed martial arts fighters join him as assistants.

Accidents Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Denver Hiker Found Dead on Black Canyon Floor

John N. Countryman, 57, of Denver, was discovered deceased at Colorado’s Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park after a search that began on October 27. Authorities announced the discovery on November 4.

Crime San Clemente

Border Patrol Seizes $9.8 Million in Cocaine at California Checkpoint

On October 25, Border Patrol agents seized more than 1,435 pounds of suspected cocaine during two vehicle inspections at the San Clemente checkpoint in Southern California. Both drivers were arrested.

Crime Houston

Woman found dead in Clay Road apartment

A woman believed to be in her mid-40s was found dead inside a west Harris County apartment on November 7. Homicide detectives are investigating.

Politics U.S.

El-Sayed Launches Leadership PAC After Senate Win

Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed launched Habibi PAC on November 5, days after winning his Senate election. The committee can raise money for candidates and is separate from his campaign.

Politics U.S.

Trump Amplifies Claims Questioning Democrats’ Midterm Gains

On November 7, President Donald Trump shared social media posts questioning the scale of Democratic victories in Texas and nationally, days after saying he would accept the midterm results.

Sports U.S.

Gio Reyna Injury Forces USMNT Roster Change

Gio Reyna injured his thigh during Strasbourg’s 3-1 loss to Toulouse in France on November 6 and was replaced on the U.S. roster by Jack McGlynn ahead of the November Nations League window.

Politics U.S.

Trump urges Senate to act before new Congress takes office

On November 6 in Florida, President Donald Trump criticized the Senate for failing to pass legislation and called for action before the new Congress takes office.

Accidents Baldwin Park

Three Dead After Chase Ends in 10 Freeway Crash

Three people died and one was hospitalized after a California Highway Patrol pursuit ended in a crash at the Francisquito Avenue exit in Baldwin Park on November 7.

Politics U.S.

Trump Orders DOJ Probe of Democrats He Accuses of Extortion

On November 7, President Donald Trump said he had directed the Justice Department to investigate Democrats he accused of threatening administration officials and Republican donors with punishment.