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Government-politics

Vance, Rubio, Ossoff and Buttigieg lead 2028 White House hopefuls, poll finds

Vance, Rubio, Ossoff and Buttigieg lead 2028 White House hopefuls, poll finds

  • Tim Reid and Jason Lange Reuters

No one has yet formally launched a campaign, and the parties' 2028 nominating contests are more than a year away, leaving plenty of time for new contenders to emerge.

Treasury chief Bessent moved to military base after Iranian threats, sources say

Treasury chief Bessent moved to military base after Iranian threats, sources say

  • David Lawder and Kanishka Singh Reuters

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has recently moved from his Washington, D.C., residence to a U.S. military base after Iranian threats against his life.

Democrat Colom wins Mississippi Senate seat, becomes state's first Black senator since 1874

Democrat Colom wins Mississippi Senate seat, becomes state's first Black senator since 1874

  • Daniel Trotta Reuters

The Mississippi victory gives Democrats a 55-44 advantage in the Senate, with the winner in one Senate race — in Alaska — yet to be determined.

Can a new US Congress mean an end to the Iran war?

Can a new US Congress mean an end to the Iran war?

  • Patricia Zengerle, Reuters

Here are some ways lawmakers in the new Congress — which is scheduled to be sworn in on Jan. 3 — can push to end the fighting.

Billionaire tax measure on California ballot defeated

Billionaire tax measure on California ballot defeated

  • Ann Saphir and Peter Henderson
    Reuters

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s opposition and division among party leaders led to waning support for the measure ahead of the vote.

Trump administration to cut food stamps for 6.3 million people

Trump administration to cut food stamps for 6.3 million people

  • Leah Douglas
    Reuters

More than 5.5 million people already lost SNAP benefits since Trump enacted cuts to the program in his July 2025 tax law, dropping enrollment to about 36 million people.

Pete Hegseth avoids impeachment vote despite growing GOP frustration

Pete Hegseth avoids impeachment vote despite growing GOP frustration

  • Miles J. Herszenhorn, Zachary Schermele and Michael Loria, USA Today

Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Kentucky, who introduced the articles of impeachment against Hegseth, was the sole Republican to vote in favor of proceeding with the effort.

UFC CEO Dana White tells President Trump: 'I have zero political aspirations'

UFC CEO Dana White tells President Trump: 'I have zero political aspirations'

    UFC CEO Dana White put to rest speculation that he might be tapped to be President Donald Trump's next press secretary during an impromptu news conference at the White House.

    How would impeaching Pentagon chief Hegseth work?

    How would impeaching Pentagon chief Hegseth work?

      Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could be impeached by the House of Representatives this week on charges of abusing his power, including by going to war with Iran without an imminent threat or congressional approval. Here's a guide to the impeachment process.

      Trump approval holds at 32%, poll finds

      Trump approval holds at 32%, poll finds

        President Donald Trump's approval rating held near the lowest level of his political career, depressed by national concerns over rising prices that tanked his Republican Party in last week's midterm elections, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.

        Could Democrats change how Americans vote for president?

        Could Democrats change how Americans vote for president?

          It's an idea that’s percolated for two decades: electing the U.S. president by national popular vote rather than the Electoral College.

          ‘60 Minutes’ takeaways: Trump calls deportation policy ‘too tough’

          ‘60 Minutes’ takeaways: Trump calls deportation policy ‘too tough’

            After historic losses in the midterms, Trump sat down with “60 Minutes” on Friday for an extensive interview. Here are the takeaways.

            Trump’s $1B migrant warehouse plan crumbles

            Trump’s $1B migrant warehouse plan crumbles

              SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA – When federal officials revealed plans for a 10,000-bed immigration detention center in this tiny Trump-loving community, locals had lots of questions. Among them: How, exactly, are you planning to flush the toilets?

              Democrats planning flood of AI bills when they take control of Congress

              Democrats planning flood of AI bills when they take control of Congress

                The plans would mark a sharp shift from the Republican-led Congress, where lawmakers largely focused on promoting AI development despite voters turning against the rapid expansion of data centers.

                Local News

                Look inside Tucson's newest casino before it opens Nov. 15

                Look inside Tucson's newest casino before it opens Nov. 15

                Members of the press toured the newest Casino Del Sol location for a preview of the game floor on Tuesday morning.

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                Newly listed homes for sale in Tucson area — Updated Nov. 13, 2026

                Newly listed homes for sale in Tucson area — Updated Nov. 13, 2026

                Browse through recently listed homes in the Tucson real estate market and find your next home!

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                Newly listed homes for sale in Tucson, AZ — Updated Nov. 13, 2026

                Newly listed homes for sale in Tucson, AZ — Updated Nov. 13, 2026

                Browse through recently listed homes in the Tucson, AZ real estate market and find your next home!

                Photos of Tucson's annual Veterans Day Parade

                Photos of Tucson's annual Veterans Day Parade

                Hundreds of spectators gathered in downtown Tucson to honor veterans during the 107th Tucson Veterans Day Parade. 

                State & Regional

                Ruling revives Arizona woman's car-sleeping case

                Ruling revives Arizona woman's car-sleeping case

                A federal appeals court revived an Arizona woman’s claim that her anxiety disorder entitles her to an exception to Sedona's ban on sleeping in cars.

                Gila trout get a boost as Arizona returns the fish to historic habitat

                Gila trout get a boost as Arizona returns the fish to historic habitat

                In October, the Arizona Game and Fish Department and its partners stocked the threatened Gila trout in creeks along the Mogollon Rim to support its recovery.

                Unsuccessful AZ candidate sues fellow Republican, claiming defamation

                Unsuccessful AZ candidate sues fellow Republican, claiming defamation

                Former Republican treasurer candidate Elijah Norton is suing outgoing Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee, accusing her of spreading false personal allegations during his campaign.

                Pete Hegseth impeachment effort stalls as feud with Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly continues

                Pete Hegseth impeachment effort stalls as feud with Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly continues

                The House shelved a Republican-led bid to impeach Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth over allegations including retaliation against Sen. Mark Kelly for protected speech. Their feud continues amid the pause.

                Nation & World

                Redeeming a river in Kingwood, West Virginia

                Redeeming a river in Kingwood, West Virginia

                Atmos reports on the transformation of Kingwood, West Virginia's Cheat River, once polluted by acid mine drainage, now thriving thanks to community efforts.

                How America’s patchwork of death-in-custody rules is failing families

                How America’s patchwork of death-in-custody rules is failing families

                The Marshall Project reports on the issues families face with states' varying death-in-custody rules.

                This superintendent couldn’t read as a kid. Now he wants to ensure every kid can.

                This superintendent couldn’t read as a kid. Now he wants to ensure every kid can.

                The 74 reports Providence Superintendent Javier Montañez, who struggled to read as a child, is dedicated to enhancing literacy for all students in his district.

                Debt consolidation trends: How borrowers are managing and paying down debt

                Debt consolidation trends: How borrowers are managing and paying down debt

                SoFi reports that 87% of U.S. borrowers have credit card debt, with many considering consolidation to reduce high monthly payments and improve financial resilience.

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                Look inside Tucson's newest casino before it opens Nov. 15

                Look inside Tucson's newest casino before it opens Nov. 15

                University of Arizona grad takes helm of Nvidia

                University of Arizona grad takes helm of Nvidia

                Suddenly in demand, Tucsonan rushes to lead state Senate

                Suddenly in demand, Tucsonan rushes to lead state Senate

                Crime

                23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                Check out the inside of the Macon County Jail through photos from the Herald & Review archives. More archive photos at herald-review.com.

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness faces new charges

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness faces new charges

                A new indictment has added two kidnapping and six witness tampering charges against an Allegany County man under federal investigation since a government witness in the Pharaoh’s strip club case turned up dead in his home.

                Prosecutors say Wellsville man tampered with government witnesses

                Prosecutors say Wellsville man tampered with government witnesses

                Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas Cooper told a judge that his office intends to file witness tampering charges against Simon P. Gogolack 39, of Wellsville.

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness who died

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness who died

                A Southern Tier man with a history of drug-related charges has become entangled in the FBI’s probe into the death of a government witness in the Pharaoh’s strip club case.

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                From 16 teachers to 73,000 members: Pima Federal Credit Union turns 75

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                Content by Pima Federal Credit Union. Despite the substantial growth, Pima Federal’s dedication to the people where it first put down roots hasn’t changed.

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                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do if you need an emergency HVAC repair. 

                Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

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                Affiliate content.  Learn why it is important to check the HVAC system when buying or selling home. 

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                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

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                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                Crime

                Former Tucson doctor acquitted of sexual assault, abuse charges

                Former Tucson doctor acquitted of sexual assault, abuse charges

                Former Tucson doctor Dung Nguyen was acquitted Tuesday of 31 sexual assault and sexual abuse charges involving nearly 20 patients, whose allegations spanned several decades.

                Prosecutors seek Tucson YouTuber's release amid delays

                Prosecutors seek Tucson YouTuber's release amid delays

                Tucson YouTuber Lane Myers will remain in prison until at least Nov. 17 despite prosecutors seeking his release after new evidence cast doubt on emails used to revoke his probation.

                Tucson man charged in deadly sex-pay dispute ruled competent for trial

                Tucson man charged in deadly sex-pay dispute ruled competent for trial

                A Tucson man who was charged with murder after he told police he shot and killed a woman during an argument about paying for sex has been ruled competent to stand trial.

                Tucson prosecutor placed on leave as police investigate 'possible misconduct'

                Tucson prosecutor placed on leave as police investigate 'possible misconduct'

                Tucson city prosecutor Matthew Walker has been placed on paid leave as police investigate possible misconduct involving a stalking case connected to his wife.

                Politics

                Ruling revives Arizona woman's car-sleeping case

                Ruling revives Arizona woman's car-sleeping case

                A federal appeals court revived an Arizona woman’s claim that her anxiety disorder entitles her to an exception to Sedona's ban on sleeping in cars.

                Suddenly in demand, Tucsonan rushes to lead state Senate

                Suddenly in demand, Tucsonan rushes to lead state Senate

                A few weeks ago, Priya Sundareshan was just another Democratic state senator, running for re-election in a favorable Tucson district.

                Casas Adobes residents weigh Oro Valley annexation

                Casas Adobes residents weigh Oro Valley annexation

                Casas Adobes residents weighed higher utility bills and potential road improvements as Oro Valley officials outlined a proposed annexation of their neighborhoods and three shopping centers.

                Pete Hegseth impeachment effort stalls as feud with Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly continues

                Pete Hegseth impeachment effort stalls as feud with Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly continues

                The House shelved a Republican-led bid to impeach Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth over allegations including retaliation against Sen. Mark Kelly for protected speech. Their feud continues amid the pause.

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