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Politics U.S.

Texas THC Industry Sees Opening After Patrick’s Defeat

Texas hemp businesses are looking for policy changes after voters ousted Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, a leading advocate of restrictions on hemp-derived THC. Democratic leaders-elect have backed giving voters a say or regulating products, but a Republican-controlled Senate and a coming federal rule pose hurdles.

First: The Texas Tribune · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

DeSantis Calls Midterm Loss Near ‘Extinction-Level’ for GOP

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the November 3 midterms came close to an “extinction-level event” for Republicans. In a November 4 interview, he discussed the party’s loss, Florida’s political future and a possible 2028 presidential run.

First: CNN · 1 more source
Crime Chicago

Cook County Voters Retain Judge in Train-Fire Case

Cook County voters reelected Judge Teresa Molina-Gonzalez on November 3, giving her another six-year term despite scrutiny of her decision to release Lawrence Reed before he allegedly set Bethany MaGee on fire aboard a Chicago train.

First: CBS Chicago · 1 more source
Business U.S.

Treasury Names 6,576 New Opportunity Zones

On November 5, 2026, the Treasury Department and IRS designated 6,576 Opportunity Zones across the United States, including 2,594 rural areas. The designations take effect January 1, 2027, and last ten years.

First: Fox Business · 1 more source
Accidents Biscayne Bay

Pilot killed and two injured in Biscayne Bay helicopter crash

A helicopter crashed in Biscayne Bay near Key Biscayne on November 4, killing pilot Tomás Pendas and injuring two passengers. Federal investigators continued examining the wreck on November 5.

First: Local 10 Miami · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Key Midterm Races Remain Undecided as Democrats Expand Lead

On November 5, vote counts remained unresolved in Senate races in Alaska and Mississippi and several House contests, even as Democrats secured control of Congress. Nithya Raman won the Los Angeles mayoral race, and California voters were still deciding a proposed billionaire wealth tax.

First: BBC US & Canada · 1 more source
Crime Bronx

Bronx Vigil Honors Teen Killed on His Way to School

Family and neighbors gathered in the Bronx on November 5 to remember Javits Frimpong, 15, who was fatally shot while walking to school on October 29.

First: CBS New York · 1 more source
Media U.S.

Lesley Stahl Says She Stayed to Keep 60 Minutes Afloat

Lesley Stahl said at a Daily Beast luncheon on November 5 that she stayed at 60 Minutes because she feared the program would disappear if veteran staff left amid CBS News changes.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Business Detroit

Renaissance Center Benefits Deal Wins Advisory Council Support

Eight of nine Detroit Neighborhood Advisory Council members backed a community benefits agreement for the proposed Renaissance Center redevelopment on November 5, advancing the $2.2 billion riverfront project.

First: CBS Detroit · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Rubio Says He Plans to Stay in Trump Administration

On November 5, Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected claims he may leave the Trump administration to pursue a 2028 presidential bid, saying he intends to serve out the president’s term.

First: Townhall · 1 more source
Crime Atlanta

Two Women Shot at Southwest Atlanta Apartments

Two women were shot Thursday afternoon at the Castleton Apartments in southwest Atlanta, near Campbellton Road. Both were alert and conscious when officers arrived.

FOX 5 Atlanta · first by Atlanta News First
Politics U.S.

Democrats Build House Lead as Two Senate Races Tighten

On November 5, Democrats expanded their House gains across several states, while Scott Colom and Mary Peltola held narrow leads in Mississippi and Alaska Senate races.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 1 more source