Accidents
Seguin
Five From Porter Killed in Seguin Overpass Crash
Five people from Porter, Texas, including two adults and three children, died when their SUV left Interstate 10 in Seguin on November 8.
News from the U.S. and the world
Politics
U.S.
Florida Subpoenas Democratic Socialists Over Foreign FundingFlorida Targets Democratic Socialists With Foreign-Funding SubpoenaFlorida Probes DSA Foreign Funding and Donor Transparency
On November 10, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier subpoenaed the Democratic Socialists of America as his office investigates possible foreign contributions tied to delegations and travel fundraising.On November 10, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier subpoenaed the Democratic Socialists of America over possible foreign support linked to its Cuba and China delegations and fundraising.On November 10, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier subpoenaed the Democratic Socialists of America to investigate possible foreign contributions connected to delegations and travel fundraising.
Crime
Hampton Bays
Long Island Man Accused of Stealing $81,000 From Veterans Group
David Agtsteribbe was arrested on November 9 and charged with allegedly falsifying military records and taking more than $81,000 from an American Legion post in Hampton Bays, New York. Prosecutors announced the charges on November 10.
Crime
Houston
Texas Drops Case Seeking to Shut Down FIELTexas Ends Lawsuit Targeting Immigrant-Rights AdvocacyTexas Drops Case Over FIEL’s Political and Legislative Advocacy
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton withdrew the state’s lawsuit against Houston immigrant-rights group FIEL on November 9, ending the case that sought to dissolve the nonprofit.Texas dropped its case against Houston nonprofit FIEL on November 9, ending a state effort that threatened the group’s charter over its immigration advocacy and political speech.Texas withdrew its lawsuit against Houston nonprofit FIEL on November 9, ending a case over the group’s political posts and opposition to a state border law.
Business
Oura Buys Counsel Health for $625 Million
On November 10, smart ring maker Oura announced a $625 million acquisition of Counsel Health, an AI-powered primary care company, to connect wearable health data with medical care.
Crime
World
US Army Soldier Arrested in England in Russia-Related Espionage Probe
British counterterrorism police arrested a 41-year-old U.S. Army soldier near Gloucester on November 10 on suspicion of espionage related to Russia. He remains in custody as officers search two locations in Gloucestershire.
People
Detroit
Two Horses Board Detroit Bus in Viral Video
On November 9, a video circulating online showed two horses boarding a Detroit Department of Transportation bus at a stop. DDOT said the incident violated its policy and could pose safety concerns.
Education
U.S.
SAVE Borrowers Still Await Transfer Details After DeadlinesSAVE Borrowers Deserve Answers Before Their Payments RiseBorrowers Need Clear Rules as SAVE Repayment Plan Ends
On November 9, a law firm asked the Education Department to clarify when borrowers will be moved from the SAVE student-loan plan. Some borrowers have passed both a 90-day deadline and a 30-day extension without being transferred or told what their new payments will be.On November 9, a law firm pressed the Education Department to explain when it will move borrowers off SAVE. Some have passed two deadlines without learning their new payments or when their transfer will happen.On November 9, a law firm sought a timetable from the Education Department for moving borrowers off SAVE. Some borrowers have passed their notice deadlines but remain on the plan without details of their next payments.
Politics
U.S.
Democratic Senate takeover puts Trump’s judicial agenda on a clockRepublicans face a costly rush to preserve their Supreme Court majorityRepublicans have a narrow chance to secure Trump’s court legacy
On November 10, 2026, Democrats’ midterm gains put control of the Senate—and the timing of President Donald Trump’s judicial appointments—in focus. Republicans have until January 3 to advance nominees before Democrats take control.On November 10, 2026, Democrats’ midterm victories left Republicans with weeks to confirm Trump’s judicial nominees before Democrats take control of the Senate on January 3.On November 10, 2026, Democrats’ midterm gains set a January 3 deadline for Republicans to confirm Trump’s judicial nominees before they lose control of the Senate.
Science and tech
Google Expands Pixel AI Features to Older Phones
Google announced a November Pixel software update on November 10, bringing new features to Pixel phones and watches, including Rambler dictation for the Pixel 10 series and message alerts through the Pixel 11 Pro’s HiLight.
Entertainment
U.S.
Ramy Youssef, Steve Way Team Up for Body-Swap Comedy
The trio of Ramy Youssef, Steve Way and Jon Braylock is developing an untitled body-swap comedy for Inevitable Studios. The film will follow a man with muscular dystrophy and his caregiver, who switch bodies.
Health
Monroe
Bird Flu Confirmed at Monroe’s Lake Tye Park
Washington wildlife officials confirmed avian influenza among birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe on November 9, 2026. The city urged residents to avoid sick or dead birds and report them.
That's all for this week.
