The National Weather Service has issued winter weather warnings in nine U.S. states, predicting up to 18 inches of snow in some areas from Sunday to Tuesday morning. The affected states include Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, New York, Kentucky, Alaska, and Maine. Travelers in these areas are advised to prepare for difficult travel conditions and slippery roads.
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Nine U.S. states are under winter weather warnings: Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, New York, Kentucky, Alaska, and Maine.
Some regions may receive up to 18 inches of snowfall from Sunday through Tuesday morning.
The National Weather Service advises residents to expect challenging travel conditions and slippery roads.
Michigan counties such as Alger and Marquette may experience heavy lake effect snow, with up to 12 inches of rapid snowfall.
Wisconsin's Ashland and Iron Counties could see between 3 and 7 inches of snow, mainly in higher regions.
North Carolina's Appalachian regions may have mixed wintry weather with snow, wind, and ice, and wind gusts up to 45 mph.
In Virginia, areas like Grayson County are expected to get up to 3 inches of snow and winds up to 45 mph.
Snow and winds could result in poor visibility and scattered power outages in certain areas.
Major U.S. cities are organizing protests against President Trump's administration on Veterans Day. These protests, called "Vets Say No," are organized by veterans and community groups to oppose military occupation and funding cuts. The events are planned to be nonviolent and will take place in several states and Washington, D.C. on November 11.
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Protests, called "Vets Say No," are organized by veterans and anti-authoritarian groups.
The demonstrations will occur on Veterans Day, a federal holiday.
Protests will happen in states like California, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, and Massachusetts, as well as Washington, D.C.
Organizers describe the protests as nonviolent and ask participants not to bring weapons.
The protests oppose military occupation and cuts to federal funding for essential services.
The events respond to concerns about immigration policies and use of military force in cities.
A strong turnout is expected in cities like Chicago, Washington, D.C., and New York City.
California Governor Gavin Newsom's team has used social media to mock President Donald Trump, highlighting a large crowd at a Democrat rally in Texas. Newsom spoke at the rally about political strategies, including redistricting, to help Democrats in future elections. The event underscored ongoing political battles over redistricting in several states.
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Governor Gavin Newsom's team posted on social media about a large crowd at a Democrat event in Texas, mocking President Trump.
Newsom's communications often use humor to engage online audiences and comment on political issues.
Newsom is considered a possible candidate for the 2028 presidential election.
At the rally in Texas, Newsom spoke about gaining political power for Democrats in upcoming elections.
California's Proposition 50, supported by Newsom, aims to redraw districts to favor Democrats, potentially adding up to five House seats.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a new map to increase Republican representation, with influence from President Trump.
Redistricting efforts are a major focus, with both parties working to change congressional maps in various states.
Democrats in Virginia and other blue states are also pursuing redistricting efforts to their advantage.
President Donald Trump's approval rating has decreased among his supporters according to recent polls. This decline coincides with an ongoing government shutdown, which has led to reductions in benefits like food assistance. The polling indicates that economic concerns might be affecting support for Trump among his base.
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President Trump's approval rating among his supporters has dropped from +74 in August to +70 recently.
A government shutdown has been ongoing and is now the longest in history, lasting over 36 days.
The shutdown has led to reduced food assistance benefits, with many recipients getting only 65% of usual benefits.
Two federal judges ruled that stopping payments for food assistance was unlawful.
Trump's approval regarding the shutdown has dropped by 7 points among his supporters since October.
54% of Trump supporters believe food assistance should continue during the shutdown.
Trump's net approval on handling the economy among his supporters fell from +70 to +62 since September.
Economic issues such as rising prices and tariffs are reportedly contributing to declining support for Trump.
The Trump administration plans to change the leadership in ICE by placing Border Patrol leaders in ICE field offices. This move aims to intensify deportations and make enforcement tactics tougher. Some former ICE officials worry this could shift the agency's focus and affect how it operates.
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The Trump administration wants to put Border Patrol leaders in charge of ICE field offices in big cities.
This change aims to boost deportations and toughen enforcement tactics.
ICE typically focuses on removing individuals with final deportation orders.
Former ICE and DHS staff are concerned about changes in detention and community relations.
Officials expect enforcement operations to become more aggressive.
The White House aims for ICE to make about 3,000 detentions per day to meet its deportation goal.
Leaders from the Border Patrol have been impressed with operations in Los Angeles and Chicago.
Some concerns involve the Border Patrol’s different style and lack of experience in interior enforcement.
A video showing long lines outside a Cleveland food bank went viral as people seek help during a federal government shutdown that paused SNAP benefits. The court temporarily blocked full SNAP payments while the White House and states dispute over benefit funding. Ohio plans to offer state food assistance while SNAP benefits are on hold.
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A viral video shows long queues outside a food bank in Cleveland due to a pause in SNAP benefits.
The federal government shutdown has lasted 40 days and is affecting SNAP benefits.
Over 42 million Americans rely on SNAP for groceries.
Ohio plans to provide $25 million in state food assistance during the SNAP pause.
A federal judge ordered the restoration of SNAP payments, but the Supreme Court blocked this pending review.
Emergency food distributions are occurring in other cities, like Tallahassee, Florida.
Feeding America reported a sixfold increase in traffic to its food-bank locator tool.
President Donald Trump and other officials have commented on the SNAP situation and government shutdown.
U.S. senators met over the weekend to try to end the longest government shutdown in the country's history. The talks did not make significant progress, with disagreements between Democrats and Republicans over extending healthcare subsidies and reopening the government. President Trump has suggested redirecting funds directly to people instead of subsidizing health insurance companies.
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U.S. senators held a weekend session to discuss ending the government shutdown.
The government shutdown has lasted 39 days, affecting federal workers, airline operations, and food aid.
President Trump proposed redirecting health subsidy funds directly to individuals.
Democrats want a one-year extension on health subsidies under the Affordable Care Act before reopening the government.
Republicans prefer the government to reopen first, then discuss subsidies.
The Senate requires 60 votes to pass legislation or change procedures due to the filibuster rule.
Republicans currently have a 53-47 majority in the Senate.
Discussions include plans to fund parts of the government temporarily and extend total funding later.
A speeding driver in Tampa, Florida, crashed into a bar after being chased by police, resulting in four deaths and 13 injuries. The suspect, a 22-year-old man, was eventually caught and police are investigating the crash. The crash happened at a popular LGBTQ bar, but police do not currently believe it was targeted.
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The incident occurred in Tampa, Florida.
A 22-year-old driver lost control of his car and hit a bar's outdoor patio.
Four people died and 13 were injured in the crash.
The police had been chasing the car, which was involved in street racing.
The police stopped their pursuit after a PIT manoeuvre failed.
The bar, Bradley's on 7th, is a known LGBTQ location, though there's no evidence the attack was targeted.
Among the injured, two are in critical condition, and two have been discharged from the hospital.
The Tampa Police Department and Florida Highway Patrol are conducting an investigation.
Over 1,000 flights were canceled in the United States as the country's government shutdown affects air traffic. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is reducing air travel capacity due to air traffic controllers working without pay. The shutdown has not yet ended, as political leaders continue to talk about finding a solution.
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More than 1,000 flights in the US were canceled on a Saturday due to air traffic cuts.
Nearly 4,000 flights had delays, following more than 7,000 delays the day before.
The FAA is cutting up to 10% of air travel at 40 major US airports because air traffic controllers report fatigue.
The shutdown began on October 1 and continues due to disagreements in Congress.
Newark Liberty International Airport had some of the longest flight delays, with delays averaging over 4 hours for arrivals.
Airports with the most cancellations included Charlotte, Newark, and Chicago O'Hare.
Private jets face restrictions to allow focus on commercial flights at busy airports.
The FAA plans to gradually increase flight reductions, reaching 10% by November 14.
Air traffic controllers and TSA agents are working without pay, affecting operations.
A house cleaner named Maria Florinda Rios Perez was shot and killed after going to the wrong house in Whitestown, Indiana. Police are investigating the incident, and it's unclear if charges will be filed against the homeowner. The case is under review, and authorities advise people to avoid spreading false information.
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Maria Florinda Rios Perez, a house cleaner, was mistaken for a possible intruder and shot in Indiana.
The incident happened in the Indianapolis suburb of Whitestown.
Police arrived on the scene and found her deceased on a porch.
The homeowner's decision to shoot is being reviewed by the Boone County Prosecutor's Office.
The case involves stand-your-ground laws, which allow people to use force for self-defense.
Authorities urge the public not to spread misinformation about the incident.
Maria Rios Perez was a mother of four and originally from Guatemala.
The case adds to a pattern of similar incidents where people were shot after arriving at the wrong house.
Anthony Michael Lennon, a fugitive from Oklahoma, was arrested in New York after 13 years on the run. He had previously been convicted on child pornography charges and faked his own kidnapping to avoid prison. Lennon was found posing as a student using a false name at an upstate New York college.
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Anthony Michael Lennon, 44, was convicted on child pornography charges in Oklahoma in 2012.
Lennon faked a kidnapping to avoid serving a 20-year prison sentence.
He was placed on Oklahoma's “Ten Most Wanted” list in the summer of 2024.
He was discovered in New York, posing as a student under the alias Justin Phillips at SUNY Canton.
Police confirmed his identity through fingerprint analysis.
Lennon's friend found evidence leading to his arrest by discovering child pornography on Lennon’s computer.
The Oklahoma “Ten Most Wanted” program led to the capture of 15 fugitives since its start in September 2024.
Oklahoma Attorney General praised the arrest and collaboration between law enforcement and citizens in locating Lennon.
The Trump administration is working to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who originally came to the U.S. illegally from El Salvador. A court had earlier stopped his deportation due to potential persecution, but now the administration seeks to send him to Liberia. Abrego Garcia faces charges in the U.S. and denies being involved with a gang.
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia is facing deportation from the U.S. and may be sent to Liberia.
A court order previously stopped his deportation due to fear of persecution if sent to El Salvador.
Abrego Garcia was initially deported to El Salvador by mistake and brought back to the U.S.
He faces human smuggling charges in the U.S., which he denies.
The Trump administration claims he is a member of the MS-13 gang, which he disputes.
The U.S. has received assurances from Liberia that Abrego Garcia won’t be sent to a country where he faces harm.
His legal team wants him to be sent to Costa Rica, but this hasn't been pursued by the administration.
President Donald Trump aims to conduct large-scale deportations as part of his immigration policies.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is taking actions that may support Democrats in upcoming elections. He succeeded in changing voting district maps in California to benefit his party, which aligns with his broader efforts to challenge President Donald Trump.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is seeking to increase his visibility on a national level.
Newsom aims to challenge President Donald Trump through various political moves.
He successfully advocated for Proposition 50 in California.
Proposition 50 changes the way U.S. House districts are drawn to favor Democrats.
This change could help Democrats gain five more seats in Congress.
Newsom's actions are part of a response to Republican efforts in Texas, where they hope to gain seats.
Both parties are engaged in redistricting to influence political power.
Lawmakers failed to reach an agreement to end the longest government shutdown on record. This shutdown is affecting air travel and food assistance programs in the United States. The Senate had a session on Saturday but did not hold any votes.
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The government shutdown is now the longest in U.S. history.
No deal was made over the weekend to end the shutdown.
The Senate met on a Saturday, which is unusual, but did not vote.
Air travel is being disrupted due to the shutdown.
SNAP benefits, which help provide food assistance, are also affected.
The shutdown began due to disagreements among lawmakers.
Rural hospitals in the United States face financial difficulties, with over 100 hospitals closing in the last ten years. To help, Congress approved $50 billion in funding to support rural health systems. The money aims to address issues like Medicaid shortfalls.
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Over 100 rural hospitals have closed in the past decade in the U.S.
Many rural health systems are currently losing money.
Congress passed a $50 billion fund called the "rural health transformation fund."
This fund is part of a budget bill named “One Big Beautiful.”
The funding is intended to address Medicaid shortfalls.
Carrie Cochran-McClain from the National Rural Health Association discussed how states plan to use this money.
A recent poll shows that most Americans are worried that the ongoing government shutdown might make families skip meals due to delayed food assistance benefits. The shutdown has left many federal workers without pay and paused key services, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), affecting millions of people. Some states have declared emergencies to provide extra food supplies, while community groups mobilize to help those in need.
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The government shutdown is causing delays in SNAP, a program helping 42 million people.
SNAP mainly supports households at or below the poverty level.
A poll found 91% of Americans think the shutdown will increase visits to food banks.
77% of those polled believe the shutdown will likely increase hunger.
83% think the shutdown will force families to skip meals.
Community groups and food banks are preparing to help those affected by SNAP delays.
New York declared a state of emergency, dedicating over $100 million for emergency food.
The poll surveyed 1,021 adults and has a margin of error of ±3.1 percentage points.
U.S. airlines canceled over 1,000 flights for a second day due to the Federal Aviation Administration's order to reduce air traffic amid the government shutdown. This has made an already long shutdown even more impactful, though widespread disruptions haven't occurred yet. There are concerns that the impact could worsen, especially as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches.
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Over 1,000 flights were canceled on both Friday and Saturday due to FAA orders related to the government shutdown.
The Charlotte airport in North Carolina was the most affected, with 120 flights canceled by midday Saturday.
Staffing shortages at airports, especially in Charlotte and Newark, contributed to flight cancellations.
The FAA reduction impacts began with 4% of flights at 40 targeted airports and may increase to 10% by Friday.
Air traffic controllers have worked without pay for nearly a month, some taking second jobs due to unpaid overtime during the shutdown.
Passengers are mostly managing to rebook flights, but there's increased stress due to uncertainty and financial difficulties.
Rental car companies noted higher demand for one-way trips, and some travelers are canceling flights.
The disruption could lead to higher costs for consumer goods, as a significant portion of U.S. air freight is transported in passenger planes.
Zohran Mamdani became the first Muslim mayor of New York City after facing negative comments from both political sides. During his candidacy, several political figures made Islamophobic remarks about him. Research shows that Islamophobia is increasing in the United States, especially during election times.
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Zohran Mamdani is the first Muslim mayor of New York City.
He faced negative comments from Republican Curtis Sliwa and former governor Andrew Cuomo.
Current and outgoing mayor Eric Adams opposed Mamdani's election.
Islamophobic rhetoric tends to increase during political campaigns.
The Islamophobia Index by ISPU shows rising scores, indicating growing prejudice, especially among white Evangelicals and Catholics.
The index measures beliefs in stereotypes about Muslims, such as them condoning violence or being hostile to the US.
The general population's score increased from 25 in 2022 to 33 in 2025.
Muslim communities are shown by research to overwhelmingly reject violence.
The U.S. Senate held an unusual weekend session to resolve the government shutdown, now the longest in history. President Trump rejected a proposed compromise, insisting on redirecting funds from the Affordable Care Act directly to Americans. The shutdown has led to unpaid federal workers, disrupted airline services, and delayed SNAP benefits.
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The Senate met on a weekend for the first time during this 39-day government shutdown.
The shutdown has left federal workers unpaid and caused flight cancellations due to unpaid air traffic controllers.
President Trump wants to redirect funds from the Affordable Care Act's insurance company subsidies directly to individuals.
Trump also suggested removing the filibuster, a rule that allows prolonged debate, to push through policies.
Democrats demand a one-year extension of healthcare subsidies for low-income Americans.
The shutdown is linked to disagreements over tax credits from the Affordable Care Act.
President Trump has blamed the shutdown for Republican losses in recent elections.
A group of moderate Democrats is negotiating with Republicans to find a resolution.
President Donald Trump reportedly wants the new Washington Commanders football stadium to be named after him. The stadium's naming process involves the local government and the National Park Service, and Trump has expressed his desire through indirect channels. The stadium will be built at the old Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium site and is set to open in 2030.
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President Trump reportedly wants the new stadium for the Washington Commanders to have his name.
The stadium, costing $3.7 billion, will be located at the old RFK Memorial Stadium site in Washington, D.C.
The decision on the stadium's name rests with the District of Columbia Council and the National Park Service.
Trump's administration has emphasized the importance of sports during his second term.
The Commanders' new stadium is scheduled to open in 2030 with a 65,000-seat capacity and will include a dome.
Trump attended a Commanders game as part of a Veterans Day event, highlighting his connection to the team.
