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Politics Queens

Meng Renews Push to Make Diwali a Federal Holiday

Rep. Grace Meng reintroduced the Diwali Day Act in Congress on November 10, proposing to make the Hindu, Sikh, Jain and Buddhist festival a federal holiday.

First: Newsweek · 1 more source
Accidents Long Beach

Off-Duty Deputy Dies in Long Beach Motorcycle Crash

Los Angeles County sheriff’s Deputy Martin Maciel died in a motorcycle crash near Pacific Coast Highway and East 2nd Street in Long Beach over the weekend.

First: CBS Los Angeles · 1 more source
Business U.S.

Gas Falls Below $4 as Inflation Outpaces Expectations

On November 10, U.S. gasoline averaged $3.98 a gallon, while consumer prices rose 0.4% in October, more than expected. Higher housing and grocery costs continued to squeeze households.

First: LAist · 1 more source
Politics Washington

Trump Weighs Ben Ferguson for White House Press Secretary

On November 10, President Donald Trump was considering conservative commentators Ben Ferguson and Scott Jennings for the vacant White House press secretary post, with Ferguson described as a leading contender.

First: Fox News · 1 more source
Business U.S.

Kalshi Faces Possible CFTC Charges Over Contract Notifications

On November 10, 2026, Kalshi said it is addressing a CFTC inquiry into whether it properly notified the regulator about contracts in development. The investigation could lead to federal charges.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Politics Washington

Carville urges Democrats to force vote on child protection bill

On November 10, 2026, Democratic strategist James Carville called for Democrats to put forward legislation protecting children after Republicans chose Rep. Jim Jordan to lead their House minority. He proposed hearings for abuse survivors and a compensation fund, followed by a vote that would put Republicans on record.

First: Raw Story · 1 more source
Society San Francisco Bay Area

Storm to Bring Bay Area Rain, Dangerous Surf and Sierra Snow

A storm is expected to reach the Bay Area on Friday, bringing rain and hazardous coastal surf, while the Sierra could receive its first accumulating snow of the season.

First: SFist · 1 more source
Entertainment World

Sky Exits Fing! as Producers Remove David Walliams Cameo

On November 10, Sky said it would leave its role as UK and Ireland distributor of Fing! after sexual misconduct allegations against David Walliams. The film’s producers said they had removed his cameo and he would not take part in its release or promotion.

First: Variety · 1 more source
Media Pacific Palisades

Bay Theater Returns to Pacific Palisades With Five Films

The Bay Theater in Pacific Palisades is scheduled to reopen on November 13, with Johnny Depp’s Ebenezer among its first-run films. The cinema has been closed since the January 2025 wildfires.

First: The Hollywood Reporter · 1 more source
Politics Washington

Gillibrand Seeks Another Senate Campaign Leadership Term

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand said she wants to remain in Democratic leadership and hopes to chair the party’s Senate campaign committee for another term, after Democrats’ strong midterm showing.

First: NBC News · 1 more source
Crime U.S.

Supreme Court Weighs Labor Department Fines in Farmworker Case

On November 10, the Supreme Court heard arguments over whether the Labor Department can impose civil penalties on a New Jersey farm for violations of the H-2A migrant worker program.

First: The Daily Caller · 1 more source
Culture World

Growth of the Soil Sells to Distributors Across 15 Markets

Norway’s Oscar submission, Growth of the Soil, directed by Hans Petter Moland, has been acquired by distributors in 15 markets, among them North America, the U.K. and Germany. It topped Norway’s box office during the November 7–8 weekend.

First: Deadline · 1 more source