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Justice Department Appeals Ruling Allowing California to Count Disputed Ballots
Federal prosecutors seek emergency intervention from the 9th Circuit to halt the tabulation of up to 20,000 ballots allegedly cast by noncitizens.
FSU President Letter Acknowledges Football Struggles but Delays AD Search
University cites need for structural evaluation before launching national search, while athletic department faces over $430 million in debt and potential $68 million coaching buyout.
Ninth Circuit Orders California to Respond to DOJ Emergency Ballot Request by Saturday
Federal appeals court mandates a response by noon Saturday regarding 20,000 mail-in ballots suspected to be from noncitizens, overriding a district judge's delay.
DOJ Orders California Counties to Set Aside Ballots From Suspected Noncitizens
Federal prosecutors issued letters to 18 counties demanding verification of 20,000 voters ahead of midterm certification, sparking legal challenges.
Texas Voters Split on Midterms at Deer Park Football Game
Polls indicate tight races for Governor and Attorney General as residents discuss inflation, immigration, and social issues.
Mississippi Officer Who Shot and Killed 1-Year-Old Boy Resigns After Being Cleared
Sgt. Hunter Foster resigned following a state decision that his use of force was justified in the death of Kohen Wiley, though family attorneys dispute the findings.
Commission Recommends Limits on Texas Takeover of Houston Schools
A new 81-page report by a state commission criticizes the state's intervention in HISD, citing concerns over local governance despite improved test scores.
US Airman Dies After Fall During Pre-Game Abseiling at Texas Stadium
Sgt. Ian Patterson, a 15-year veteran and instructor, died after falling from the Alamodome ceiling before the UTSA-Navy game.
French Prime Minister Lecornu Calls for Localized Curfews to Curb Rioting and Looting
The directive follows weekend violence that damaged public buildings and businesses, with over 2,400 arrests nationwide.
California Happy Hour Traffic Jumps to 30% as Diners Cut Back on Full-Price Meals
Restaurant owners report a shift from full-price dinners to discounted happy hour visits as state price levels run 11% above the national average.