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Politics U.S.

Camilleri elected Michigan Senate majority leader

Michigan Democrats selected Darrin Camilleri to lead the state Senate on November 5, after the party secured majorities in both legislative chambers. Republican senators chose Roger Hauck as minority leader.

First: FOX 2 Detroit · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Amtrak Gun Policy Draws Union Opposition

The Transport Workers Union criticized Amtrak’s planned policy allowing passengers to carry firearms in locked cases on trains, set to begin in January 2027 across the United States.

First: The Guardian US · 1 more source
Crime Chester

Police Return to Home in Brooke Hanlon Homicide Investigation

Police returned to Brooke Hanlon’s home in Chester, New Jersey, on November 4 and 5, nearly five months after she was found stabbed to death. No arrests have been made.

First: Fox News · 1 more source
Entertainment U.S.

Rosie O’Donnell Weighs Return to New York After Midterms

Rosie O’Donnell is considering moving from Dublin back to New York following the November 3 midterm elections, when Democrats secured control of the House and Senate.

First: The Daily Beast · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Habba Deletes Laughing Reaction to Trump Library Donation Question

On November 5, former Trump lawyer Alina Habba briefly reacted “haha” to a question about donating fees from a $50 million contract to Donald Trump’s presidential library, then removed the reaction and declined to comment.

First: The Daily Caller · 1 more source
Crime Dadeland Mall

Woman Accused of Stealing More Than $13,000 at Dadeland Mall

Wissem Bourouis, 21, was arrested on November 4 over alleged thefts from Victoria’s Secret and Aeropostale at Dadeland Mall in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

First: Local 10 Miami · 1 more source
War and conflict World

Trump Meets Putin Envoy After Melania Hosts Ukraine-Russia Event

President Donald Trump said on November 5 that he met Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev at the White House but did not meet visiting Ukrainian officials. The officials were there for an event recognizing Melania Trump’s role in arranging a temporary ceasefire in Oleshky, Ukraine.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 2 more sources
Science and tech World

Astronauts Complete Space Station Solar Power Upgrade

On November 5, astronauts Anil Menon and Joshua Kutryk installed and deployed the International Space Station’s eighth and final roll-out solar array during a nearly seven-hour spacewalk.

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

Democratic Socialists Gain Influence as Party Leaders Face New Pressure

Democratic Socialist candidates won seats in the November 3 midterms, increasing the group’s presence among Democrats as Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer prepare to lead their chambers.

First: Daily Mail US · 1 more source
Media

Salon to End Publication After 31 Years

The online magazine Salon said on November 5, 2026, that it would stop publishing, citing an unsustainable business model for independent digital journalism.

First: Salon · 6 more sources
Politics World

New Zealand Election Could Give Newcomer Balance of Power

New Zealand voters are choosing a government in an election whose results are expected on November 7. Centrist Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong could hold the balance of power if neither major bloc wins a majority.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 1 more source
Environment Bay Area

Bay Area Delays Gas Water Heater Rule, Expands Exemptions

On November 4, Bay Area air regulators delayed the gas water heater rule until 2028 and added exemptions for some households and properties. Larger heaters in multifamily buildings and businesses have until 2033.

First: CalMatters · 1 more source