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November 6, 2024
Florida has nearly all ballots counted on Election Day, while California can take weeks. This is why
Florida reported almost full vote results on Election Day in 2020.
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November 6, 2024
Tropical Storm Rafael strengthens to Category 1 hurricane as it barrels toward Cuba
Tropical Storm Rafael has strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane as it swirled past Jamaica and chugged toward western Cuba.
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November 6, 2024
Highest court in Massachusetts to hear arguments in Karen Read's bid to dismiss murder charge
The latest chapter in the Karen Read saga moves to the state's highest court, where her attorneys are hoping to convince judges that several...
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November 5, 2024
Black women notch historic Senate wins in an election year defined by potential firsts
For the first time ever, two Black women have been elected to serve in the U.S. Senate, while voters also sent a transgender lawmaker to the...
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November 5, 2024
Israel's Netanyahu dismisses defense minister in surprise announcement
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed his popular defense minister, Yoav Gallant, in a surprise announcement.
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November 5, 2024
Four likely tornadoes in Oklahoma and Arkansas with no deaths or injuries reported
The National Weather Service reports four likely tornadoes and possibly more in northeastern Oklahoma and northwestern Arkansas with no deat...
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November 5, 2024
Ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' are for sale nearly 2 decades after they were stolen
A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" are on the auction block nearly two decades after a thief stole the iconi...
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November 5, 2024
'Fat Leonard,' Navy contractor behind one of the military's biggest scandals, sentenced to 15 years
Former military defense contractor Leonard "Fat Leonard" Francis has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for masterminding a decade-long br...
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November 5, 2024
2 adorable pygmy hippos pitted against each other in cuteness contest
The Edinburgh Zoo has launched a cuteness contest between Haggis, its newborn pygmy hippo, and Moo Deng, the adorable mini hippopotamus that...
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November 5, 2024
Mount Fuji is still without its iconic snowcap in November for the first time in 130 years
Japan's iconic Mount Fuji, known for its snowcap forming around this time of the year, is still snowless in November for the first time in 1...
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November 5, 2024
North Dakota measures would end local property taxes and legalize recreational marijuana
North Dakota voters are deciding ballot measures to do away with the property tax, legalize recreational marijuana and to raise the bar for...
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November 5, 2024
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar is a heavy favorite to win 4th term against ex-NBA player Royce White
Democratic U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar is a heavy favorite to win a fourth term Tuesday against a challenge by anti-establishment Republican and...
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November 5, 2024
Rudy Giuliani ordered to appear in court after missing deadline to turn over assets
A judge has ordered Rudy Giuliani to appear in a New York courtroom Thursday to explain why he missed a deadline to surrender his belongings...
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November 5, 2024
America reaches Election Day and a stark choice between Trump and Harris
A presidential campaign marked by upheaval and rancor is approaching its finale.
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November 5, 2024
The Latest: Trump and Harris cede stage to voters who'll also decide control of House and Senate
Election Day is here.
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November 5, 2024
Landmark Washington climate law faces possible repeal by voters
Voters in Washington state are considering whether to repeal a groundbreaking law that is forcing companies to cut carbon emissions while ra...
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November 5, 2024
Arizona voters to decide on expanding abortion access months after facing a potential near-total ban
Arizona voters are set to decide whether to guarantee the right to abortion in the state constitution.
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November 5, 2024
McBride and Whalen's US House race sets the stage for a potentially historic outcome
Delaware voters are poised to make history as they pick the next occupant of Delaware's lone seat in the U.S. House.
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November 5, 2024
Texas border districts are again in the thick of the fight for House control
The most competitive races in Texas this year are in its southern region near the U.S.-Mexico border.
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November 5, 2024
California voters weigh measures on shoplifting, forced labor and minimum wage
California voters will decide on 10 statewide propositions on the ballot.
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November 5, 2024
Tropical Storm Rafael spins toward the Cayman Islands as Cuba prepares for hurricane hit
Tropical Storm Rafael is chugging toward the Cayman Islands and is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane en route to Cuba.
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November 5, 2024
Puerto Rico holds general election that promises to be historic
Puerto Rico is holding elections that will be historic regardless of which of the top two gubernatorial candidates wins.
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November 5, 2024
The final day of voting in the US is here, after tens of millions have already cast their ballots
The final day of voting in the 2024 presidential election arrives with tens of millions of Americans having already cast their ballots.
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November 5, 2024
Control of Congress may come down to a handful of House races in New York
Voters in New York City's suburbs could play an outsized role in determining control of the U.S. House as Republicans cling to seats they wo...
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November 5, 2024
Abortion is on the ballot in nine states and motivating voters across the US
Voters are getting a say on abortion policy in Tuesday's election with ballot measures and elections to offices from president to local pros...
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November 5, 2024
Voters deciding dozens of ballot measures affecting life, death, taxes and more
Voters are deciding dozens of state ballot measures affecting the way people live, work and die.
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November 5, 2024
Control of Congress is at stake and with it a president's agenda
Control of Congress is stake this election.
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November 5, 2024
Polls to open at 6 a.m. as Long Islanders cast ballots on Election Day
Long Islanders will cast ballots Tuesday for president, a U.S. Senator, Congress members and state legislators, among others.
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November 5, 2024
Come on with the rain! All about Long Island's drought
Long Island is in "moderate drought" status, coming off of two record-setting dry months.
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November 5, 2024
Oyster Bay school uses bond funds to add classrooms for student services, expand pre-K program
That $30 million bond included upgrades to the district's two other schools — Oyster Bay High School and James H. Vernon School, officials s...
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November 5, 2024
Westhampton Mallet Club pitches Southampton Town on new croquet lawns
The club recently pitched a plan to install three new croquet lawns on Southampton Town-owned property in Quiogue.
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November 5, 2024