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Politics U.S.

Tillis Criticizes Hegseth Over Pentagon Video and Record

On November 6, retiring North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on X over a Pentagon video, his conduct and spending. The post drew sharp replies defending Hegseth and attacking Tillis.

First: Twitchy · 1 more source
Sports Lubbock

Stephanie Okechukwu Sets Height Mark in Texas Tech Debut

Texas Tech center Stephanie Okechukwu, at 7-foot-1, became the tallest player to appear in NCAA Division I women’s basketball on November 5. She had six points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in a 64-37 win over Charlotte.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Sports San Diego

San Diego State meets Colorado in inaugural Bill Walton Classic

San Diego State hosts Colorado at Pechanga Arena in San Diego on Saturday, November 7, in the inaugural Bill Walton Classic. Both teams enter at 1-0.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Nvidia CEO Asked to Brief Congress on China Spy Concerns

House Republican committee leaders asked Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to attend a closed-door congressional briefing on November 18 about concerns he was targeted by a Chinese spying operation.

First: Ars Technica · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Garcia vows oversight probe of Miller after chief of staff appointment

Rep. Robert Garcia said Democrats would investigate Stephen Miller after President Donald Trump named him White House chief of staff on November 6.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Montana Election-Spending Ban Faces Federal Lawsuit

Montana voters approved Initiative 194 on November 3, barring entities including corporations and nonprofits from spending to influence elections. Several groups filed a federal lawsuit challenging the measure’s constitutionality before it takes effect on January 1, 2027.

First: Reason · 1 more source
Accidents Edith

Colorado Floods Leave Longtime Resident Facing Costly Recovery

Two floods damaged Matthew Martinez’s home and property along the Navajo River in southwestern Colorado, leaving him without flood insurance and worried about finding housing and restoring his land. He returned on November 4, after storms eased.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 5 more sources
Politics U.S.

El-Sayed Names Abdelall to Lead Senate Transition

Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed named Brenda Abdelall, a former Kamala Harris campaign aide, to lead his transition team after winning Michigan’s Senate race. The appointment renews scrutiny of her past comments about pro-Israel influence in U.S. politics.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Accidents Murray County

North Georgia Flooding Kills Driver, Prompts 100 Rescues

A driver died after floodwaters swept away a vehicle on Old CCC Camp Road in Murray County, Georgia, as severe flooding struck North Georgia late Thursday into Friday, November 6. Emergency crews carried out 100 rescues across the region.

First: Atlanta News First · 1 more source
Politics New York City

MTA Seeks More Federal Transit Funding From Incoming Congress

MTA leaders are urging the incoming Democratic-led Congress to protect and increase federal transit funding, citing risks to New York projects and operations. They outlined their priorities on November 5.

First: Gothamist · 2 more sources
Politics Scottsdale

Amish Shah Says Cost Relief Will Lead His Work in Congress

On November 5, newly elected Arizona Rep. Amish Shah said lowering everyday costs and working across party lines would be priorities as he prepares to represent the state’s 1st Congressional District.

First: ABC15 Arizona · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Prediction Markets Shift From Midterms to Trump Cabinet Bets

After prediction markets accurately anticipated Democratic gains in the House and Senate, traders turned to bets on which Trump administration officials might leave first. The shift comes as lawmakers in both parties push to restrict election-related contracts.

First: Fortune · 1 more source