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Politics U.S.

Mike Kennedy Wins Another Term in Utah’s 4th District

Republican Mike Kennedy won reelection to the U.S. House in Utah’s 4th Congressional District on November 5. His victory came as Democrats appeared poised to flip several Republican-held seats in the Utah Legislature.

Deseret News · first by The Philadelphia Inquirer · 1 more source
Politics Sterling Heights

Sterling Heights weighs passenger rail link to Detroit

Sterling Heights officials are exploring passenger service on an existing freight rail corridor linking Macomb County with Detroit, with possible connections to the airport and broader rail network. The city presented early options on November 5.

First: WXYZ Detroit · 1 more source
Sports U.S.

Poggi Says He Was a Finalist for Michigan Coaching Job

Biff Poggi said he and Kyle Whittingham were the two finalists for Michigan’s head coaching job. Poggi discussed the search earlier this week while speaking on The Stadium & Main Show.

First: Newsweek · 1 more source
Business Stamford

Charter Posts Quarterly Loss as Internet Customers Keep Leaving

Charter Communications reported a $2.4 billion third-quarter loss and a loss of 233,000 internet subscribers on November 6, as its shares fell in early trading.

First: WTOP · 1 more source
Culture World

Universal Sets Overseas Dates for Alex Gibney’s Musk Documentary

Universal will begin releasing Alex Gibney’s documentary Musk overseas in the U.K. on January 15, with dates set across four more countries through February 25.

First: Variety · 1 more source
Culture Philadelphia

Philadelphia’s Rocky Steps Become a Timed Sprint Challenge

Runners can race up the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s 72 steps on November 7, as part of the film’s 50th-anniversary celebration.

First: 6abc Philadelphia · 1 more source
Politics Detroit

Election Results Put Data Center Expansion Under Pressure

After Democrats regained control of Congress in the November 3 midterms, lawmakers pushed for tighter data center rules, including a proposed construction pause. OpenAI announced new commitments as local voters also backed measures to delay or block projects.

First: FOX 2 Detroit · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Anthony Constantino Wins New York House Seat After Combative Campaign

Republican Anthony Constantino defeated Democrat Blake Gendebien in New York’s 21st Congressional District election on November 4, winning the seat being vacated by Elise Stefanik.

First: Townhall · 2 more sources
Politics U.S.

Science advocates press Democrats to restore research funding

On November 5, science advocates said the midterm results had energized efforts to restore federal research funding, as scientists and physicians elected to Congress prepare to challenge Trump administration policies.

First: GBH News · 1 more source
Entertainment

Martha Stewart Apologizes to Craig Melvin Over Halloween Costume

On November 6, Martha Stewart apologized to morning-show host Craig Melvin during an on-air conversation, saying her homeless Halloween costume was not meant to mock people facing hardship.

First: New York Post · 2 more sources
Media U.S.

Trump Schedules 60 Minutes Interview After Midterm Losses

President Donald Trump is scheduled to tape an interview with 60 Minutes correspondent Ross Douthat on November 6, days after Republicans’ sweeping midterm losses. The interview is set to air Sunday.

First: CNN · 1 more source
Crime Cook County

Cook County Seeks to End Supreme Court Rifle Ban Case

Cook County asked the Supreme Court on November 5, 2026, to dismiss a challenge to its semiautomatic rifle ban after a lead plaintiff sought to withdraw. The justices are scheduled to hear arguments in the case on December 2.

First: CNN · 1 more source