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Alaska officials ask judge to deny DOJ’s ‘impossible’ demand to set aside ballots

The Republican-led state government urged the judge to dismiss the “unwarranted federal interference” in the Senate race.
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Tracking the DOJ’s effort to get U.S. voter registration data
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In Michigan’s Senate race, everything is on the table — including football

Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers are both using their football experience to try to gain an edge in the race.
El-Sayed’s former primary rival asked not to attend his events after Israel ad clash
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Behind the scenes at NBC News’ Decision Desk
ANALYSIS

How the fight for Senate control could play out

See scenarios that Steve Kornacki and Kristen Welker think could happen, and then make picks of your own.
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Mail-in and early in-person votes cast nationally.

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Control of Congress: See the latest polling and the states in play

How candidates are polling in competitive Senate races

DATA DIVE WITH STEVE KORNACKI

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A bellwether county that could signal a historic shift in Kansas
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Will Sen. Susan Collins win her fight for re-election in Maine?
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Where Democrats see openings for Senate gains in red states
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Data Dive: Kornacki breaks down Michigan counties to watch
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Which party will claim Ohio’s Senate seat?
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Data Dive: Can a Democrat win statewide in Texas?
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Kornacki analyzes new Decision Desk poll on midterm enthusiasm
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What to watch in the weeks leading up to the midterm elections
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Golden State Valkyries defeat Atlanta Dream for franchise’s first WNBA title

The Valkyries won 68-63 in Game 7, clinching their first championship in only their second season.

Golden State Valkyries defeat Atlanta Dream for franchise’s first WNBA title

The Valkyries won 68-63 in Game 7, clinching their first championship in only their second season.
Golden State Valkyries players lift the WNBA Championship Trophy after defeating the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 of the 2026 WNBA Finals at Chase Center on Oct. 31, 2026, in San Francisco.
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Judge dismisses Trump’s $10 billion defamation suit over Jeffrey Epstein birthday card story

The judge found Trump’s lawsuit fell far short of the high legal bar to show the Wall Street Journal had published the story with “actual malice.”

Judge dismisses Trump’s $10 billion defamation suit over Jeffrey Epstein birthday card story

The judge found Trump’s lawsuit fell far short of the high legal bar to show the Wall Street Journal had published the story with “actual malice.”
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So long, sunrise before 8 a.m.: What the impact of permanent daylight saving time would be

Most of the country would see dozens more sunrises at or after 8 a.m. if the legislation that passed the House last summer is enacted.
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So long, sunrise before 8 a.m.: What the impact of permanent daylight saving time would be

Most of the country would see dozens more sunrises at or after 8 a.m. if the legislation that passed the House last summer is enacted.
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Indonesia wildfires spark wave of protests

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Indonesia wild fires cause thick haze of smog
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‘Looks like Mars’: Toxic smog from Indonesia wildfires sparks health crisis, protests

The persistent haze has affected millions across the region, forcing school closures in several countries and fueling disputes over who is to blame.

FBI says North Korea was behind the $6.3 billion Binance crypto hack

The company said it has been able to replace 90% of the amount stolen by using company money to buy new tokens.

FBI says North Korea was behind the $6.3 billion Binance crypto hack

The company said it has been able to replace 90% of the amount stolen by using company money to buy new tokens.
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Nationwide protest by campaign group Gen Z regelt (Gen Z takes charge) in Cologne
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Massive protests sweep Europe over cost of living and strained public services

Germany, France, Spain and Italy are among the nations protesting on Halloween following a recent wave of Gen Z-led marches across the continent.
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Woman killed in California Spirit Halloween shooting was pregnant, family says

A manhunt is underway for the shooter, who killed her and injured six others in what police in Fairfield believe was a targeted incident.

Woman killed in California Spirit Halloween shooting was pregnant, family says

A manhunt is underway for the shooter, who killed her and injured six others in what police in Fairfield believe was a targeted incident.
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‘She called me crying’: Husband describes call from wife inside store
‘She called me crying’: Husband describes call from wife inside store

Affording America: Why one Texas grandmother can’t retire

At 77, Sistafabu Modupe still needs a day job. Her monthly Social Security check alone doesn’t cover her bills.

Affording America: Why one Texas grandmother can’t retire

At 77, Sistafabu Modupe still needs a day job. Her monthly Social Security check alone doesn’t cover her bills.
Affording America: Why one Texas grandmother can't retire

For a traveling carnival, rising costs mean a bumpy ride

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Bodycam shows ICE officer run over a man with his vehicle
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Ohioans share the issues they’re thinking about for the midterms
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Mary Peltola calls campaign allegations ‘offensive to me’
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Why Democrats might have an edge on economy over GOP
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Spirit Halloween store shooting leaves one dead
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Trump: ‘I thought I could relax’ over rally cancellations
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Peltola says she is 'deeply offended' by accusations
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Actor Selma Blair apologizes after plane incident arrest
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Stock market takes a hit amid AI concerns
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New AI tool for voters offers a specialized chatbot to explain your ballot
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Alaska voters say double Dan Sullivan isn't confusing
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Dingell: The ‘hate’ toward El-Sayed is ‘beginning to backfire’
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U.S. attorney announces investigation into Alaska race
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Disabled and denied

Ohio legislators slam GOP’s Medicaid fraud crackdown for blocking disabled people from care.
Activision removes scenes of South Korea Halloween crush from Call of Duty

A dangerous game

Outcry prompts ‘Call of Duty’ to cut real-life footage from a crush in Seoul that killed nearly 160 people.
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A path to power

Israel’s Arab parties emerge from election as kingmakers and a focus of anger.
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Up to 4 inches of rain could fall through Monday, threatening flash flooding across already saturated areas after crews rescued motorists in Arizona.
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Luigi Mangione’s team argues double jeopardy bars state murder trial

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Nancy Guthrie task force meets with DNA scientists as case nears 9-month mark

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The cruise of a lifetime was one thing — getting home after its abrupt end is its own adventure

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McDonald’s must face lawsuit over McRib, judge rules

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Democrats in key battlegrounds throw Joe Biden under the bus on the border

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Judge orders Trump administration to hand over list of alleged noncitizen voters

A replica of U.S. President Donald Trump's planned Triumphal Arch.
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Virginia and Washington, D.C., sue to stop proposed Trump arch

The administration has said it plans to begin construction of the arch near the Lincoln Memorial on Nov. 5 following approval of the final plans.
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U.S. approves $2.1 billion sale of Patriot interceptors to Ukraine

Appeals court again rejects DOJ’s bid to segregate alleged noncitizen ballots in California

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FOR SUBSCRIBERSAnti-Muslim rhetoric crescendos at the end of the heated Michigan Senate race

FOR SUBSCRIBERSHow an explosive ad upended Ohio’s midterm elections

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Vivek Ramaswamy’s attack ad against Amy Acton’s ends TV run

FOR SUBSCRIBERSTrump’s final campaign swing is taking on a darker tone

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Amid 2028 speculation, Wes Moore urges Marylanders to back him on redistricting

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Iowa shuts out No. 25 Wisconsin 30-0

Hank Brown threw for 222 yards and two touchdowns in what Wisconsin’s coach called a “very disappointing” game.
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Syracuse scores game-winning touchdown with 17 seconds to go to defeat No. 19 SMU 30-27

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Unless it settles with the plaintiffs before trial starts next week, Snap Inc. is now set to be the sole defendant in the case.
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Anxiety grips Russian men over fears Putin will launch a stealthy draft

The Kremlin denies plans for a new wave of mobilization, but past assurances have only deepened fears that one is coming.
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The divorce filing comes months after Qualley’s representatives attempted to squash rumors of the pair’s split.
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A force awakens at LA28 as Kathleen Kennedy steps into new role

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Richard Norton, actor and martial artist, died after peptides triggered heart attack, coroner says

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