A buried gasoline line was hit during construction around 3:30 p.m. Thursday, November 5, in Bridgeport and Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania. Authorities closed part of River Road and evacuated nearby residents, while people in the area were also told to shelter in place.
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.Democratic Socialist candidates won seats in the November 3 midterms, expanding their presence in Congress and state governments as party leaders prepare for a larger progressive bloc.Democratic Socialist candidates gained seats in the November 3 midterms, leaving Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer to manage a larger bloc pushing the party toward left-wing policies.
The online magazine Salon said on November 5, 2026, that it would stop publishing, citing an unsustainable business model for independent digital journalism.
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.New Zealand voters are deciding whether to extend the National-led government’s rule, with results expected November 7. The election could give centrist newcomer Qiulae Wong leverage over coalition negotiations.New Zealand’s election could leave the National-led government and Labour-led opposition short of a majority, with results expected November 7. A newcomer party’s support may determine which bloc governs.
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.On November 4, Bay Area air regulators delayed the gas water heater standard until 2028 and created broad exemptions, reducing the pollution cuts the rule was expected to deliver.On November 4, Bay Area air regulators delayed a gas water heater mandate and expanded exemptions, acknowledging that many households and properties face affordability or installation barriers.
Bose recalled power units using lithium-ion technology for S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ speakers in the United States and Canada on November 5, 2026, after reports of overheating and fires.
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.Michigan Democrats chose Darrin Camilleri to lead the Senate on November 5 after winning majorities in both legislative chambers. His January start comes as the party prepares to control the legislature and governor’s office.Michigan Democrats selected Darrin Camilleri to lead the Senate on November 5, while Republicans chose Roger Hauck as minority leader. Both will take office in January as Democrats control the legislature and governor’s office.
Live Nation reported $10.1 billion in third-quarter revenue on November 5, up 19% from a year earlier, as attendance reached 61 million.
On November 5, 2026, the Commission on Chicago Landmarks is considering preliminary landmark status for architect and preservationist John Vinci’s Lake View home and studio.
On November 7, University of Michigan and Michigan State University researchers will compete to collect the most urine during the rivalry game in Ann Arbor. Donations will be processed into fertilizer for agricultural sites at both universities.
Lionsgate posted higher revenue and a smaller loss for its fiscal second quarter, which ended in September. Growth came from its film and television businesses and its content library.
Republican Richard Hudson lost North Carolina’s 9th District to Democrat Richard Ojeda on November 4, unseating the National Republican Congressional Committee chairman in a seat held by Democrats most recently in 1963.Democrat Richard Ojeda defeated NRCC chairman Richard Hudson in North Carolina’s 9th District on November 4, as Democrats also made gains elsewhere in the state.Republican Richard Hudson lost his North Carolina House seat to Democrat Richard Ojeda on November 4, despite the district’s recent strong support for Republicans.
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