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Politics Washington

Judge Pauses Work on Trump’s Proposed Washington Arch

A federal judge on November 6 barred the Trump administration from starting construction on a proposed 250-foot memorial arch in Washington for 14 days. The order came hours after a federal planning panel approved the project.

Politics U.S.

Bongino Calls Michigan Senator-Elect a Security Threat

On November 5, former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino criticized Michigan’s choice of Abdul El-Sayed for the U.S. Senate, alleging security concerns over his associations. El-Sayed has no ties to the Muslim Brotherhood and has condemned its ideology.

Politics U.S.

Pope Leo Says He Was Proud to Vote in US Midterms

On November 6, 2026, Pope Leo XIV said aboard his plane to Uruguay that he was proud to vote in the US midterm elections, while declining to comment on the results. He also discussed his recovery from lung cancer surgery ahead of a 12-day Latin American tour.

Crime Ventura County

Murrieta Man Arrested in Ventura County Fuel Theft Case

Tigran Gabrielian, 61, was arrested in Newbury Park on November 4 in an alleged scheme involving stolen credit cards and large fuel purchases across Ventura County.

Entertainment

Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa Mark DWTS Run With Tattoos

After their elimination from Dancing With the Stars on November 3, Julia Stiles and partner Ezra Sosa revealed matching tattoos honoring their time together on the show.

Entertainment Los Angeles

Macklemore Says Nine Arenas Rejected Palestine Benefit Shows

On November 6, Macklemore said nine U.S. arenas declined to host his Palestine benefit tour, alleging the venues withdrew available dates after learning the shows’ purpose. He said he is still seeking ways to bring the tour to the United States.

Politics Washington

Trump Names Stephen Miller as White House Chief of Staff

President Donald Trump said on November 6 that Stephen Miller is set to succeed Susie Wiles in the administration’s top staff post, with Miller taking over on November 9. Wiles is moving to the Trump political operation.

Politics U.S.

Two Senate Races Remain Uncalled as Parties Seek Recount Funds

On November 5, campaigns and party committees were raising money as vote counting continued in the close Senate races in Mississippi and Alaska.

Politics Washington

Baumgartner Demands GOP Leaders Cut Off Reporter Over Leaks

On November 6, Rep. Michael Baumgartner of Washington called on House Republican leadership candidates to stop speaking with Punchbowl News co-founder Jake Sherman over leaks from private meetings, drawing swift criticism after Republicans lost the House.

Entertainment Dallas

Bueckers and Fudd Say They Split More Than a Year Ago

Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd said on November 6 that they had been apart for more than a year, before becoming teammates on the Dallas Wings. They said they remain friends and professional teammates.

Accidents Bay Shore

Lightning Strike Damages Bay Shore Home and Sparks Attic Fire

Lightning struck a two-family home on Burnett Avenue in Bay Shore on November 6, damaging the roof and windows and sparking a fire. The three residents escaped safely.

Culture World

Sebastián Lelio, Oscar-Winning Director, Dies at 52

Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio, director of Oscar-winning A Fantastic Woman, died at his home in Santiago on November 6. He was 52.