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November 23, 2025.

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms speaks during a campaign stop in her 2026 Democratic bid for governor on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025 in Columbus, Ga. (AP Photo/Jeff Amy)

Keisha Lance Bottoms aims to be first Atlanta mayor to become Georgia governor

November 23, 2025

Keisha Lance Bottoms is bidding to become the first former Atlanta mayor to be elected governor of Georgia. The Democrat touts her biography and record during her one term as mayor as she seeks to defeat six other Democrats for the nomination. She’s well-known, has executive experience, and served in President Joe Biden’s administration after he considered Bottoms as a possible vice president. Opponents say Bottoms has fatal weaknesses, particularly in how she handled crime and the pandemic as mayor. Her decision to become the first Atlanta mayor since World War II to not seek reelection also sparks questions. But Bottoms says she’s a battle-tested leader ready to fight for Georgians.

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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford passes against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Stafford and Adams connect for 2 more TDs while NFC-leading Rams roll to 34-7 win over Buccaneers

November 23, 2025

The Los Angeles Rams scored 31 points in the first half and moved into sole possession of the NFC lead with a 34-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Davante Adams caught two of Matthew Stafford’s three touchdown passes, while Cobie Durant returned an interception 50 yards for a touchdown to kick-start a dominant performance in the Rams’ sixth consecutive victory. Stafford went 25 of 35 for 273 yards in his eighth consecutive interception-free game. Baker Mayfield threw two interceptions before sitting out the second half with a left shoulder injury for the Buccaneers, who have lost three straight.

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FILE - Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly before an NFL football game Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Raiders fire offensive coordinator Chip Kelly after another rough performance

November 23, 2025

Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly has been fired after yet another rough offensive performance. Kelly’s dismissal came less than four hours after the Raiders were beaten 24-10 by Cleveland. Las Vegas allowed the Browns to sack Geno Smith 10 times. Coach Pete Carroll confirmed the move in a statement Sunday night. Carroll thanked Kelly for his service to the Raiders. Kelly was the biggest-name assistant hired by Carroll, who’s in his first year coaching the Raiders after leading the Seattle Seahawks for 14 seasons.

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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) runs past New York Giants safety Dane Belton (24) for a touchdown in overtime of an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Rey Del Rio)

Jahmyr Gibbs rescues Lions with long TD run in OT for 34-27 win over Giants

November 23, 2025

The Detroit Lions have avoided losing consecutive games for the first time in more than three years. Jahmyr Gibbs ran for a 69-yard touchdown on the first snap of overtime after Jake Bates kicked a career-long 59-yard field goal in the final minute of regulation, lifting the Lions to a 34-27 win over the New York Giants on Sunday. New York had a chance to extend the game, but turned it over on downs at the Detroit 31 when Aidan Hutchinson sacked Jameis Winston. The Lions entered the game out of the playoff picture and trailed by double digits multiple times. Gibbs had a career-high 264 yards from scrimmage and three scores.

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Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse tackles Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield exits with left shoulder injury, replaced by Teddy Bridgewater vs. Rams

November 23, 2025

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has suffered a left shoulder injury against the Los Angeles Rams. He did not play in the second half and was ruled out for the rest of Sunday night’s game. Mayfield went into the medical tent after throwing a 14-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Tez Johnson in the second quarter, holding his non-throwing shoulder. Mayfield returned but appeared to aggravate the injury on a Hail Mary attempt that was intercepted by Emmanuel Forbes Jr. to end the half, holding his shoulder in obvious discomfort. He was replaced by Teddy Bridgewater.

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) celebrates his rushing touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Dak Prescott rallies Cowboys from 21 down to beat Eagles 24-21 after breaking Tony Romo’s record

November 23, 2025

Brandon Aubrey kicked a 42-yard field goal as time expired after Dak Prescott rallied Dallas from a 21-point deficit and the Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-21 in a mistake-filled thriller. The Cowboys converted on their third tiebreaking chance of the fourth quarter. The win extended Prescott’s home winning streak against NFC East opponents to 19 in Dallas’ first game at AT&T Stadium since the death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland. The Eagles are still in good shape to be repeat winners in the NFC East. But the Super Bowl champs’ offense reverted to the form that has frustrated A.J. Brown.

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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, right, shoots next to Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan, left, and Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings)

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 points, Thunder rout Blazers to avenge only loss

November 23, 2025

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points in three quarters and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Portland Trail Blazers 122-95 on Sunday night to avenge their only loss of the season.Gilgeous-Alexander made 13 of 18 attempts from the field and all nine of his free throws.Ajay Mitchell scored 20 points on 8-for-8 shooting as the defending champion Thunder won their ninth straight after a 121-119 loss at Portland on Nov. 5. They improved to an NBA-best 17-1 and are 85-15 since the start of last season. Oklahoma City’s average scoring margin during its winning streak is 22.3 points, with a 13-point difference being the closest result. Jerami Grant led Portland with 21 points.

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Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) scores as FC Cincinnati goalkeeper Roman Celentano, third from left, tries to defend during the first half of MLS soccer's Eastern Conference semifinal Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tanner Pearson)

Messi’s goal, 3 assists power Inter Miami past FC Cincinnati 4-0, into Eastern Conference final

November 23, 2025

Lionel Messi had a goal and three assists and Tadeo Allende scored twice as Inter Miami beat FC Cincinnati 4-0 Sunday to advance to the Eastern Conference finals. Miami will take on the winner of Sunday’s other conference semifinal between the Philadelphia Union and New York City FC. Messi set an MLS playoff record with 12 goal contributions (six goals, six assists). Cincinnati’s best scoring chance came in the first half when Ender Echenique sent a header across the box to Evander, who shot over the bar.

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FILE - Texas Rangers' Marcus Semien runs home to score on an RBI single hit by Jonah Heim during the second inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)

Rangers and Mets agree on Marcus Semien for Brandon Nimmo trade, AP source says

November 23, 2025

A person with direct knowledge of the deal says the Texas Rangers and the Mets have agreed on a trade that will send Gold Glove second baseman Marcus Semien to New York in exchange for outfielder Brandon Nimmo. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Sunday because the deal hadn’t been finalized or announced. Nimmo, who has played all 10 of his big league seasons with the Mets, just completed the third season of the $162 million, eight-year contract he got after becoming a free agent for the first time. Semien has three seasons and $72 million remaining on the $175 million, seven-year contract he signed with the Rangers in December 2021.

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Lamar defeats Montana 68-63

November 23, 2025

Led by Andrew Holifield’s 18 points, the Lamar Cardinals defeated the Montana Grizzlies 68-63. Braden East had 16 points and 12 rebounds for Lamar. Courtney Anderson Jr. and Money Williams scored 15 points each for Montana. The Cardinals improved to 3-1 with the victory and the Grizzlies fell to 4-3.

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Dak Prescott breaks Tony Romo’s franchise record for yards passing with the Dallas Cowboys

November 23, 2025

Dak Prescott has become the franchise leader in yards passing for the Dallas Cowboys, moving past Tony Romo with a 9-yard completion to George Pickens on his first throw of the second half against Philadelphia. Prescott replaced Romo as the starter when he was a rookie in 2016 after Romo was injured in a preseason game. He led the Cowboys on an 11-game winning streak and never gave the job back. The completion to Pickens broke Romo’s record of 34,183 yards passing.

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Sami Valimaki celebrates on the 18th green during the final round of the RSM Classic golf tournament, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in St. Simons Island, Ga. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Sami Valimaki holds on for 1st PGA Tour title on final day of close calls for keeping cards

November 23, 2025

Sami Valimaki is Finland’s first PGA Tour winner. He made an 18-foot par putt on the 16th hole and then held on for a 66 for a one-shot victory at Sea Island in RSM Classic. This was the final event of the PGA Tour season and there was plenty of action in the final hour. Ricky Castillo shot 62 and it looked like it would be just enough for him to move into the top 100 in the FedEx Cup and keep his card. But then Max McGreevy made a 30-foot birdie putt to bump him out to No. 102.

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New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

AFC-leading Patriots rally from 10-point deficit to beat Bengals 26-20, extend winning streak to 9

November 23, 2025

Drake Maye passed for 294 yards an the AFC-leading New England Patriots extended their winning streak to nine, defeating the Cincinnati Bengals 26-20. Hunter Henry had a career-high 115 yards receiving. The Patriots rallied from a 10-0 deficit in the second quarter. Andy Borregales kicked a 52-yard field goal to give New England the lead with 1:51 remaining. Cincinnati’s Joe Flacco drives to the Patriots 26 but failed on a fourth-down pass. The Bengals have lost eight of nine since Joe Burrow’s injury. Burrow is expected to return on Thanksgiving against Baltimore.

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Huh)

Caleb Williams throws for 3 TDs as Bears beat Steelers 31-28 with nemesis Aaron Rodgers sidelined

November 23, 2025

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears didn’t have to face their old nemesis Aaron Rodgers to come away with a win. Williams threw for three touchdowns and the Bears beat the Steelers 31-28 on Sunday. Rodgers didn’t play because of a broken left wrist. The longtime Packers QB has a 25-5 career record against the Bears. Chicago won for the eighth time in nine games to improve to 8-3. After rallying in the final two minutes the previous three weeks, the Bears held onto a late lead this time. The Steelers fell to 6-5 and into a first-place tie with Baltimore in the AFC North.

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Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) collides with New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov (28) during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson)

Stars forward Mikko Rantanen gets automatic 1-game suspension over 2nd ejection in 3 games

November 23, 2025

The NHL has issued an automatic one-game suspension to Mikko Rantanen after the Dallas Stars forward’s second major penalty and ejection for boarding in a span of three games. The first suspension of Rantanen’s 10-year NHL career came a day after he checked Calgary’s Matt Coronato into the side boards during the Flames’ 3-2 shootout victory. A player is automatically suspended for getting two game misconduct penalties in a span of 41 games. Rantanen wasn’t suspended after getting ejected for pushing Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov into the end boards in New York’s 3-2 win. The Islanders say Romanov will have shoulder surgery and miss five to six months.

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Former Major League baseball player Darryl Strawberry, second from left, poses with some of the people who heard him preach on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, at Sheridan Church, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Bobby Ross)

Former Mets star Darryl Strawberry thanks Trump for pardon during sermon at Tulsa church

November 23, 2025

Former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry says God set him free when he was pardoned by President Donald Trump. Strawberry thanked Trump during a sermon Sunday at a Tulsa church. He was pardoned for past tax evasion and drug charges. The eight-time All-Star won cheers from more than 400 worshippers at Sheridan Church. Strawberry credits his Christian faith for his transformation and sobriety. He got to know Trump on “Celebrity Apprentice” in 2010. He was surprised when Trump called him on Nov. 6 to inform him of the pardon. Strawberry now travels extensively, sharing his story of faith and redemption.

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Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand gesture on the seventh green during the final round of the LPGA Tour Championship golf tournament, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Naples, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Thitikul wins another $4 million payoff and caps big year at Tour Championship

November 23, 2025

Jeeno Thitikul has capped off her best year with the biggest prize in women’s golf. Thitikul had an early scare from fellow Thai Pajaree Anannarukarn. But she pulled away early on the back nine and closed with a 68 to win by four shots at the CME Group Tour Championship. Nelly Korda finished third and ended the year without a victory. Thitikul is a repeat winner of the Tour Championship. The final birdie gave her the lowest scoring average in LPGA history. She also won the LPGA player of the year. And she won $4 million for her victory.

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Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) shakes hands with wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Henry rushes for 2 TDs to help sluggish Ravens to fifth straight win, 23-10 over Jets

November 23, 2025

Derrick Henry scored two third-quarter touchdowns,and the Baltimore Ravens recovered from a sleepy first half to beat the New York Jets 23-10 for their fifth straight victory. Baltimore has gone from 1-5 to 6-5, but this was not a particularly convincing performance. Lamar Jackson went 13 of 23 for 153 yards and did not look as mobile as usual after dealing with knee and ankle issues recently. Henry was held to 64 yards on 21 carries. Tyrod Taylor started in place of the benched Justin Fields and threw for 222 yards with a touchdown and had a late interception for the Jets.

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Gunman who killed a Florida deputy dies from injuries

November 23, 2025

Authorities say a gunman who killed a Florida sheriff’s deputy has died of his wounds from the confrontation. Officials say Michael Halberstam shot two Indian River County deputies and a locksmith on Friday while they were serving an eviction notice near Vero Beach as his mother was trying to evict him. Deputy Terri Sweeting-Mashkow was killed, and another deputy was injured. The locksmith was in critical condition after surgery. The sheriff’s office said in a social media post that Halberstam succumbed to his injuries on Saturday. Sweeting-Mashkow was a 25-year veteran and was posthumously promoted to sergeant.

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Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson, left, talks with forward Joseph Tugler (11) at the bench during the second half of an NCAA college basketball exhibition game against Mississippi State, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Rosenberg, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Why top college basketball teams are flocking to the Players Era tournament

November 23, 2025

The Players Era has quickly become a top early season college basketball tournament. It offers at least $1 million in name, image and likeness money to each of the participating teams. Starting Monday, the event features a strong lineup, including No. 2 Houston and No. 7 Michigan. The women’s field includes top teams like South Carolina and UCLA. Houston’s coach, Kelvin Sampson, highlights the financial incentive as a major draw. Organizers are pleased with the tournament’s financial success and increased ticket sales. Las Vegas hosts the event, providing both competitive games and an exciting atmosphere.

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FILE - Morgan Geyser appears in a Waukesha County courtroom Jan. 9, 2025, in Waukesha, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)

Wisconsin woman in 2014 Slender Man stabbing is missing

November 23, 2025

Authorities say a Wisconsin woman who admitted to nearly stabbing a classmate to death in 2014 to please the horror character Slender Man is missing after she cut off an electronic monitoring device and left a group home. Madison police issued an alert Sunday for Morgan Geyser saying she was last seen around 8 p.m. the night before with an adult acquaintance. Police urged the public to call 911 if they see the 23-year-old woman. Geyser was placed in a group home after being granted conditional release from psychiatric hospital. She was sent there in 2018 after pleading guilty to attempted first-degree intentional homicide.

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President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani after their meeting in the Oval Office of the White House, in Washington, Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting

November 23, 2025

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is standing by his past criticisms that President Donald Trump acted like a despot and a fascist. This comes after a surprisingly friendly White House meeting between the two on Friday. The democratic socialist and the Republican president have fiercely criticized each other in the past. Despite their differences, they emerged smiling after the meeting and spoke of shared goals. Mamdani said his views remained unchanged during a “Meet the Press” interview that aired Sunday. Trump had earlier brushed aside Mamdani’s criticisms and even jumped in on his defense several times Friday.

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) throws against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers misses game against Bears because of a broken left wrist

November 23, 2025

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been ruled out for the team’s game at Chicago because of a broken left wrist. Rodgers had been listed as questionable. He had a brace on his injured wrist when he practiced Friday in a limited capacity. Rodgers, who turns 42 on Dec. 2, got hurt in the second quarter of a 34-12 win over Cincinnati last weekend. The Steelers host Buffalo next Sunday before visiting Baltimore on Dec. 7 for a key AFC North matchup. Mason Rudolph will step in for Rodgers as the Steelers go for their second win in Chicago. They beat the Bears 37-34 in overtime at Soldier Field on Nov. 5, 1995.

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Satani Silva works at Pilsen Vintage, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Aftermath of Chicago’s intense immigration crackdown leaves lawsuits, investigations and anxiety

November 23, 2025

Chicago has entered what many consider a new uneasy phase of a Trump administration immigration crackdown that has already led to thousands of arrests. While a U.S. Border Patrol commander known for leading intense and controversial surges moved on to North Carolina, federal agents are still arresting immigrants across the nation’s third-largest city and suburbs. A growing number of lawsuits stemming from the crackdown are winding through the courts. Authorities are investigating agents’ actions, including a fatal shooting. Activists say they are not letting their guard down in case things ramp up, while many residents in the Democratic stronghold where few welcomed the crackdown remain anxious.

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FILE - Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., speaks to reporters after a campaign event on Proposition 50 in San Francisco, on Nov. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)

A sheriff, a billionaire, a tinge of scandal. California governor’s race packs drama, uncertainty

November 23, 2025

The race for California governor features former presidential wannabes, a county sheriff, two women who could become the first female to hold the office, current and former House members and at least one billionaire. And it hasn’t officially started yet. The pending exit of term-limited Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom has created the most wide-open field for the state’s highest office in memory. The 2026 race has lured a long list of candidates that include former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, former Democratic U.S. Rep. Katie Porter, Republican Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco and billionaire Tom Steyer, who sought the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination.

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Buyers bid for holiday decorations at Buffalo Valley Produce Auction, Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, in Mifflinburg, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Christmas tree retailers find lots to like at a Pennsylvania wholesale auction

November 23, 2025

Christmas went on the auction block this week in Pennsylvania farm country in the form of a giant Christmas tree sale. About 50,000 trees and a huge array of other seasonal items were bought and sold at the Buffalo Valley Produce Auction in Mifflinburg this week. Buyers from across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic were there to supply garden stores and other retail outlets. The Real Christmas Tree Board says the scent of real trees is a major draw for farm-grown trees. A trade group says more than 21 million farm-grown Christmas trees were sold in 2023, with median price of $75.

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In Memoriam

Christine Joan Benson | 11/23/2025

November 23, 2025

View The Obituary For Christine Joan Benson. Please join us in Loving, Sharing and Memorializing Christine Joan Benson on this permanent online memorial presented by Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home.

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FILE - A sheriff's deputy inspects ballots with the aid of a dog at the L.A. County Ballot Processing Center Nov. 4, 2025, in City of Industry, Calif. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope, File)

Big changes to the agency charged with securing elections lead to midterm worries

November 23, 2025

The federal agency that oversees the security of election systems was largely absent from planning before elections this month in several states. That’s leading many state election officials to be concerned about how engaged the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency will be for next year’s midterms. Officials are citing the shifting priorities of the Trump administration, as well as staffing reductions and budget cut. Some officials say they’ve begun scrambling to fill the anticipated gaps. But representatives of the federal agency say it’s ready to provide election expertise if asked and that future organizational plans will be announced “at the appropriate time.”.

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First place finisher Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands celebrates after the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix auto race, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Verstappen has 5th F1 title in reach after Norris, Piastri disqualified in Las Vegas

November 23, 2025

Max Verstappen has a fifth consecutive Formula 1 championship in reach after winning the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The disqualifications of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri for failing inspection have shaken up the standings. Verstappen now trails Norris by just 24 points with two races left. The FIA disqualified the McLaren drivers for not meeting skid wear requirements. Verstappen’s victory marks his second win in Las Vegas and his 69th career win. Despite his dislike for the event’s focus on showmanship, Verstappen excelled on the track. The championship race continues in Qatar next week.

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Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain drives during the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix auto race, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Hamilton: ‘Terrible’ season continues with eighth-place finish in Las Vegas

November 23, 2025

Lewis Hamilton expressed disappointment after finishing eighth in the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Despite moving up from the back of the pack to fifth during the race, he found little comfort in the result. Hamilton, a seven-time Formula 1 champion, has struggled this season after moving from Mercedes to Ferrari. Neither he nor teammate Charles Leclerc have won a race this year. Ferrari’s performance has dropped in the constructors’ standings, drawing criticism from executive chairman John Elkann. Hamilton’s recent struggles have sparked speculation about his future in the sport. He continues to search for answers.

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