Business
U.S. Economy Grows 3.4% in Third Quarter as Spending and AI Investment Rise
New federal data show U.S. GDP grew at a 3.4% annualized pace in the third quarter, led by investment and consumer spending.
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Politics
Alaska Senate Race Faces New Probe Over Alleged Spoiler Candidates
Alaska's governor has ordered an inquiry into alleged spoiler candidates in a tight Senate contest; the accusations remain disputed.
Politics
Federal Judge Rejects Bid to Set Aside California Ballots Days Before Midterms
A federal judge rejected a Justice Department request to separate thousands of California ballots, warning of disruption days before the midterms.
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Justice Department Says FBI and ICE Will Not Monitor Polls in 2026 Midterms
The Justice Department says FBI and ICE personnel won't monitor polling places during the 2026 midterms, amid a legal battle over election oversight.
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Ohio Police Clarify Fatal Shooting Was Not Mosque Attack
Columbus police said a fatal shooting near a mosque took place in an adjacent apartment parking lot and was unrelated to the religious building, AP reporte
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Taliesin West Closed Following Fatal Wind Accident
Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West site in Scottsdale remained temporarily closed after a visitor died when part of a roof came loose during high winds, AP
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DC Guard Shooting Suspect Faces Firearms Charges
A man accused of shooting a Georgia National Guard member in Washington, DC, was charged with firearms and assault offenses, AP reported.
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Rare Arizona Hailstorm Damages Homes and Vehicles
An unusually severe Arizona storm brought large hail, destructive wind and concerns about tornadoes and flash flooding, AP reported.
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Florida Homecoming-Area Shooting Injures at Least 12
Police in Tallahassee reported at least 12 people injured, including six children, during a shooting near Florida A&M University's homecoming events, AP re