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Rays rally in 12th to walk off Brewers 4-3 and force World Series Game 5

Rays walk off Brewers in 12th to force Game 5

A 12th-inning walk-off extended the World Series to Game 5, changing travel, ticket and TV plans for fans and prolonging the championship schedule.

Judge may appoint special master in 20,000‑ballot dispute

A court fight over whether 20,000 California ballots should be set aside could affect final counts and spark more post‑election litigation and delays.

Grand jury declines to indict Cassidy Hutchinson

A D.C. federal grand jury declined to indict over Jan. 6 testimony, a decision that may affect efforts to prosecute high‑profile witnesses and future testimony risks.

FEC takes e‑filing offline after reported hacking attempts

The agency shut its electronic filing system while IT responds to reported hacking attempts, hindering real‑time disclosure of political spending days before the midterms.
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Popular plant-based butter pulled in 10 states

Recalled Miyoko’s plant-based butter sold in 10 states may contain yeast, mold or E. coli — shoppers should check purchases and avoid consuming affected products for household food safety.

Judge rules L.A. top federal prosecutor unlawfully serving

Court found Bill Essayli not lawfully serving and barred him from two criminal cases, raising questions about prosecutions in the large California DOJ district.

Susan Saint James, TV star, dies at 80

TV star of McMillan & Wife and Kate & Allie died at 80 from pancreatic cancer; many viewers will recall her work and may revisit her shows.

UPDATE: Supreme Court leaves judges unable to pause deportations

The Court refused to restore administrative closure, limiting judges’ ability to pause deportation cases and potentially speeding removals while affecting court backlogs and families.
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FBI searches Beverly Hills mansion tied to donor in Swalwell probe

Federal agents executed a search at a Beverly Hills mansion connected to a donor in the investigation, increasing scrutiny around the probe and its financial links.

Sen. Murkowski endorses Democrat in Alaska governor race

A GOP senator backing a Democrat one week before Election Day could influence undecided voters and change the dynamics of a close statewide contest.

Consumer confidence rebounds in October

Conference Board index rose in October, signaling steadier household spending that could influence hiring, prices and interest‑rate thinking.

State Department policy planning director Jeremy Lewin departs

Lewin’s exit, after helping reshape foreign aid and amid questions about USAID authority, could change how U.S. aid programs and contracts are managed.
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IAEA: Iran hasn’t tried to repair nuclear sites hit in strikes

Inspectors report no repairs at facilities hit in strikes, a detail relevant to regional risk assessments and sanctions decisions.

United flight turns back after alleged hijack text

A United plane returned to Las Vegas after a passenger allegedly texted a hijacking threat, prompting police booking and court updates and disrupting travel for passengers.

DWTS shocks viewers with first double elimination

Horror Movie Night sent Tyler Cameron and Jackson Olson home, altering the show’s lineup and what viewers can expect in coming episodes.

Seahawks land All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson

Seattle acquired an All‑Pro guard from Indianapolis, pending a physical; the addition could bolster its offensive line and affect the team’s playoff and run‑game outlook.

Mega Millions numbers posted; jackpot $443 million

Tuesday’s drawing posted winning numbers for a $443 million jackpot; check your tickets and expect the next jackpot figure if there’s no top‑prize winner.

Powerball climbs to about $716 million ahead of Wednesday draw

The jackpot estimate ahead of Wednesday’s drawing is about $716 million, likely prompting more ticket purchases and wider public interest.
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Earlier on PoliticalDad
Yesterday
Trump offers $1 million reward for voter‑fraud tips9:34 AM LA Times
SoCal braces for multi-day high-tide flooding9:34 AM LA Times
Jay‑Z to headline Super Bowl LXI halftime5:48 AM NFL.com
Microsoft offers buyouts to about 60,000 employees5:48 AM Wash. Post
Cowboys beat Eagles 38–21 on Monday Night Football5:48 AM NFL.com
Tens of thousands of poll watchers to deploy nationwide5:48 AM Axios
UPDATE: Judge extends order blocking East Potomac golf renovation5:48 AM Wash. Post
Flooding and reported tornado batter Four Corners5:48 AM AccuWeather
WWE Raw: Title DQ, Sami Zayn retains, Cena return teased5:48 AM Yahoo Sports
'Clayface' tops weekend box office; A24 doc surges5:48 AM Fortune
Monday
UPDATE: Justice Department brings third case against James Comey8:03 PM CBS News
FTC and 20 states sue Dollar General over pricing8:03 PM Federal
DoorDash in exclusive talks to acquire Instacart8:03 PM Semafor
15-year-old arrested in shooting near Florida A&M; to be charged as adult5:14 PM WFSU
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