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Jeffries Says He Is a ‘Hard Yes’ on Impeaching Hegseth as House Vote Nears by Peter Klausz
November 9, 2026 House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says he is a hard yes on impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as a vote is expected this week.
Supreme Court Takes Up Prison Injury Case That Could Limit Suits Against Federal Officers by Peter Klausz
November 9, 2026 The Supreme Court takes up Nielsen v. Watanabe, a federal prison injury case that could limit or end Bivens suits against federal officers.
Trump Calls Deportations ‘Too Tough’ as U.S. Officials Say ICE Arrest Push Will Continue by Peter Klausz
November 9, 2026 Trump told 60 Minutes his deportation policy might be too tough, while U.S. officials told CBS News ICE has no orders to scale back arrests.
UN Gaza Funding Timeline: A $4 Billion Appeal, Then Food Cuts, Then New Pleas for Cash by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 The UN sought $4.06 billion for Palestinians in 2026. A dated record shows how shortfalls led to food and staff cuts and new requests for money.
ANC Falls to About 31% in South Africa’s Local Elections, Its Worst Result Ever by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 With 99% of votes counted in South Africa’s Nov. 4 local elections, the ANC had about 31% and the DA 25%. Coalition talks are next.
New Zealand Election Ends Without a Clear Winner as Nearly 400,000 Special Votes Remain by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 New Zealand’s Nov. 7 election gave no bloc a secure majority. Nearly 400,000 special votes remain, with final results due Nov. 27.
Peltola Leads Sullivan by 637 Votes as Alaska Awaits Next Count and Nov. 18 Tally by Jenna Caldwell
November 8, 2026 Peltola led Sen. Sullivan by 637 votes in preliminary Alaska Senate race results; ranked-choice tabulation is set for Nov. 18. What we know.
DOJ Civil Rights Chief Harmeet Dhillon Resigns Two Days After Midterms by Jenna Caldwell
November 8, 2026 Harmeet Dhillon resigns as DOJ Civil Rights chief on Nov. 5, 2026, the first senior Justice Department exit after Democrats won the midterms.
Chelsea Schools Add Staff at Dismissal After Reports of ICE Agents Near Campuses by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Chelsea Public Schools added staff at pick-up and drop-off after reports of immigration agents near campuses. ICE denied targeting schools.
Treasury and IRS Name 6,576 Opportunity Zones, Including 2,594 Rural Tracts, for 2027 by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Treasury and the IRS designated 6,576 census tracts as Opportunity Zones on Nov. 5, including 2,594 rural tracts, effective Jan. 1, 2027.
About 7 in 10 Voters Under 30 Backed Democrats for House, AP Voter Poll Finds by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 About 7 in 10 voters under 30 backed Democratic House candidates in 2026, the AP Voter Poll found, after splitting roughly evenly in 2024.
Nithya Raman Unseats Karen Bass to Become Los Angeles Mayor-Elect by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Nithya Raman beat Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, NBC News projected Nov. 5. She named homelessness, housing costs and public safety as priorities.
Houston Mayor Limits Police Contact With ICE, Saying ‘Elections Matter’ by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Houston Mayor John Whitmire ordered police on Nov. 6 to contact ICE only when a person faces a jailable charge, citing the midterm results.
1,000-Year Flood Swamps Georgia-Tennessee Border Towns as Storm Moves Up East Coast by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 A 1,000-year flood hit McCaysville, Ga., and Copperhill, Tenn., on Nov. 5, the National Weather Service said. At least one person died.
Burlington Council President Ben Traverse Launches Run for Mayor, Challenging a Progressive Incumbent by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Burlington City Council President Ben Traverse, a Democrat, launched a run for mayor on Nov. 6, potentially facing Progressive Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak.
Sanders Says He’ll Seek the Senate HELP Committee Gavel and Push ‘Medicare for All’ by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Sen. Bernie Sanders said he intends to reclaim the Senate HELP Committee chair after Democrats won control of Congress, VTDigger reported Nov. 8.
Hemp Trade Group Sues to Stop Illinois Ban on THC Drinks Outside Dispensaries by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 A hemp trade group sued Illinois on Nov. 5 to halt the Hemp Act, which takes effect Nov. 12 and bars THC drink sales outside licensed dispensaries.
Herzog Taps Eisenkot to Form Israel’s Next Government as Netanyahu Calls for Unity by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Herzog told Gadi Eisenkot on Nov. 7 he will task him with forming Israel's next government. He has 28 days to build a majority as Netanyahu urges unity.
39 Affordable Apartments for Seniors Open at Montaña Urbana Homes in Jamaica Plain by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Montaña Urbana Homes, a 39-apartment affordable building for older Bostonians, opened at 3371 Washington St. in Jamaica Plain, the city said.
Boston Plans 17 Temporary Music and Art Studios at 290 North Beacon in Brighton by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Boston plans 17 temporary music and art studios at 290 North Beacon St. next summer, using $1.25 million in ARPA funds, WBUR reported.
MWRA Withdraws Request to Draw 20 Million More Gallons a Day From the Quabbin by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 The MWRA withdrew its request for 20 million more gallons a day from the Quabbin after backlash from watershed towns and more than 1,000 comments.
White Stadium’s Steel Frame Is Complete as Boston Legacy Eyes a 2028 Move by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 White Stadium's steel frame is complete after a Nov. 6 topping-off in Franklin Park. Boston Legacy moves in 2028; a parking plan is due winter 2027.
Colom Leads Hyde-Smith by Over 2,000 Votes in Uncalled Mississippi Senate Race as Count Continues by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Mississippi's Senate race remains uncalled. Democrat Scott Colom led Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by over 2,000 votes Friday. Counties certify by Nov. 13.
Justice Department Moves to Drop Suit Over 20,000 Disputed California Ballots by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 The Justice Department asked to dismiss its suit over about 20,000 disputed California ballots, saying relief is no longer available. Details.
Judge Blocks Work on Trump’s 250-Foot Arch for 14 Days After Federal Panel Approves It 8-4 by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 A federal judge barred construction of Trump's 250-foot arch for 14 days after a planning commission approved it 8-4. What the ruling says.
Trump Says He Offered UFC’s Dana White the White House Press Secretary Job by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Trump says he offered UFC CEO Dana White the White House press secretary job. White says they will meet Monday. What is known so far.
Trump Names Stephen Miller Chief of Staff as Susie Wiles Leaves After Midterm Losses by Peter Klausz
November 8, 2026 Stephen Miller replaces Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff on Nov. 9, after midterm losses. What Trump, Wiles and Democrats said.
U.S., Armenia and Azerbaijan Launch TRIPP Planning Groups on Transport and Power by Peter Klausz
November 7, 2026 The U.S., Armenia and Azerbaijan launched technical planning groups for the TRIPP transit route on Nov. 6, starting with transport and power lines.
Hegseth Clears National Guard in D.C. to Use Patrol Cars, Tactical Vehicles and Boats by Peter Klausz
November 7, 2026 Pete Hegseth on Oct. 29 authorized D.C. Guard troops to use up to 60 marked patrol cars, tactical vehicles and patrol boats, officials said.
Kremlin Names Abu Dhabi Team as Ukraine Sets Security and Prisoner Priorities by Avery Quest
November 7, 2026 The next negotiating round has not yet occurred. Kyiv’s priorities include security guarantees and prisoner exchanges, while European participation remains a question.
