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Sports Los Angeles

Lakers Add New Name to Injury Report Ahead of NBA Cup Clash

The Los Angeles Lakers listed Sandro Mamukelashvili as questionable with an illness ahead of their NBA Cup game against Portland in Los Angeles on November 6.

Sports

Ryan Clark Says ESPN Used His Firing to Shift Attention

Ryan Clark says ESPN deliberately leaked news of his firing during a live show in July, as coverage turned to WNBA player Sophie Cunningham’s comments about transgender athletes.

Politics U.S.

Iran War and Costs Become Flashpoints After Republican Midterm Losses

Republicans faced blame over the Iran war and rising costs after heavy midterm losses across the United States on November 3. Party figures, including Vice President JD Vance and Sen. Rand Paul, said the war and economic pressures contributed to the defeat.

Politics Washington

Pentagon Contracts Put White House Starlink Costs at $1.2 Million

Four Pentagon contracts set aside nearly $1.2 million for SpaceX work involving Starlink at the White House, from March 2025 to June 2026. The spending contrasts with the Trump administration’s earlier statement that the installation was donated.

Crime World

Thomas Markle Charged After FBI Finds Images in Storage Units

Thomas Markle was charged with possessing child sexual abuse material after an FBI investigation found images in storage units in Los Angeles and elsewhere. He was arrested on November 6 in Florida.

Politics Houston

Whitmire to Address Houston Police Policy Change

Houston Mayor John Whitmire is scheduled to review a rule revision at the Houston Police Department during a press conference at City Hall on November 6.

Business U.S.

IRS Raises 2027 Tax Brackets and Key Deductions

On November 5, the IRS announced higher federal tax brackets, deductions and several credits for the 2027 tax year. The changes apply to income earned in 2027 and generally affect tax returns filed in 2028.

Entertainment

Kourtney Kardashian Rejects Claims She and Travis Barker Live Apart

On November 5, Kourtney Kardashian denied on The Kardashians that she and Travis Barker are living apart or separating. She said the rumor was false as the couple works on renovating their home for their blended family.

Politics Miami

Two Senior Justice Department Officials Resign

John Eisenberg, who led the Justice Department’s National Security Division, and Miami-based U.S. Attorney Jason Quinones resigned on November 6. Their departures came a day after Civil Rights Division head Harmeet Dhillon announced she was leaving.

Politics U.S.

Mike Kennedy Wins Another Term in Utah’s 4th District

Republican Mike Kennedy won reelection to the U.S. House in Utah’s 4th Congressional District on November 5. His victory came as Democrats appeared poised to flip several Republican-held seats in the Utah Legislature.

Politics Sterling Heights

Sterling Heights weighs passenger rail link to Detroit

Sterling Heights officials are exploring passenger service on an existing freight rail corridor linking Macomb County with Detroit, with possible connections to the airport and broader rail network. The city presented early options on November 5.

Sports U.S.

Poggi Says He Was a Finalist for Michigan Coaching Job

Biff Poggi said he and Kyle Whittingham were the two finalists for Michigan’s head coaching job. Poggi discussed the search earlier this week while speaking on The Stadium & Main Show.