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Politics U.S.

Senators Demand Answers on Nvidia, Trump Ballroom Donations

On November 12, Sen. Richard Blumenthal raised pay-to-play concerns over a possible Nvidia donation to a Trump White House ballroom, while Sen. Jim Banks called for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to testify.

Crime Gainesville

Man Arrested After Bomb Threat at Gainesville High School

Police arrested Carlos Arevalo in Flowery Branch on November 12 after a bomb threat led to a lockdown and search at Gainesville High School in Georgia. Officers found no explosives.

Politics U.S.

Banks Demands Answers on Chip Sales to China

On November 12, Sen. Jim Banks called for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and an agency official to testify about high-end chip sales to Chinese customers. Banks said the sales appeared to bypass President Donald Trump’s directive against them.

Politics U.S.

Kennedy Rejects Vance’s Iran War Explanation for Midterm Losses

On November 12, Sen. John Kennedy criticized Vice President JD Vance’s claim that the Iran war contributed to Republican midterm defeats, saying economic concerns played a larger role.

Accidents Brooklyn

Brooklyn Collapse Kills Eight as Families Seek Answers

Eight people died and more than a dozen were injured when a building collapsed in Brooklyn’s Flatbush neighborhood on November 11. Families gathered nearby for news and support as officials and crews worked at the site.

Entertainment Nashville

Dolly Parton’s Final Vocal Performance Features on U2 Song

Dolly Parton’s final recorded vocals appear on “Torn,” a U2 song about a family in conflict, due for release on November 13. Parton recorded it in Nashville in June, two months before her death at 80.

Sports Provo

BYU Stays Unbeaten With Win Over Montana State

No. 23 BYU beat Montana State 86-71 at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah, on November 12, moving to 4-0. Rob Wright III led the Cougars with 22 points, seven assists and five steals.

Crime Katy

Four Arrested in Katy Poker Room Raid

Four people were arrested after authorities raided Katy Poker in Katy, Texas, on November 12, 2026, as part of an investigation into alleged illegal gambling.

Crime Pompano Beach

Two Women Killed in Pompano Beach Shooting; Man Detained

Two women were found shot dead outside a home in Pompano Beach, Florida, on November 12. A man was detained for questioning.

Sports East Rutherford

Commanders Rally Late to Beat Giants 24-21

Washington rallied to defeat New York 24-21 at MetLife Stadium on November 12, scoring the winning touchdown with 57 seconds left.

Crime Goodyear

K-9 Finds Fentanyl Bricks in Hidden Goodyear Car Compartment

Goodyear police found about 13.2 pounds of fentanyl in a hidden vehicle compartment during an October 14 traffic stop near Interstate 10 and Sarival Avenue. Marco Ayala and Emely Varela have pleaded not guilty to felony charges.

Business U.S.

USPS Plans Permanent Fuel Surcharge on Some Shipping Prices

On November 12, 2026, the U.S. Postal Service said it plans to make an 8% surcharge permanent and add 3% to some postage prices starting January 17, 2027, citing higher fuel costs.