Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) in North Carolina was placed under heightened security after reports of a possible shooting during its homecoming party on Saturday. Several social media posts claimed that gunfire broke out on or near the university campus, with reports of multiple victims and a possible lockdown. Unconfirmed reports of gunfire and multiple victims … Read more
Carel Aaron Van Der Merwe, a 21-year-old Wisconsin State Trooper, who came to the United States legally from South Africa as a child, is in federal immigration detention. He was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at a Wisconsin airport while waiting to board a domestic flight on November 5, 2026. Carel Aaron Van … Read more
A 19-year-old college student with an interest in video games and 1950s doo-wop music is preparing to take charge of one of Arizona’s major public offices after securing an unexpected election victory. Sebastian Matta, 19, won the Maricopa County clerk election and is preparing to manage court records, legal filings and other operations (X@renmusb1) Democrat … Read more
Aber Kawas has won a seat in the New York State Senate, becoming the first hijab-wearing Palestinian–American woman elected to the state legislature, according to reports and election results. Aber Kawas defeated Republican Han-Khon To to win New York’s 12th Senate District, becoming the first hijab-wearing Palestinian American woman elected to the state legislature. (Bloomberg) … Read more
Beyond the candidates, the state of Idaho is making a quiet choice in the US midterms tied directly to the state’s pride. Representational. (Unsplash) Voters in the state are choosing a gun as Idaho’s state gun, to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. In the contest are six vintage guns: two Winchesters, two Colts, … Read more
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for seven counties on Monday after heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding, road closures and disruptions to schools and election preparations. Governor Ron DeSantis issued the emergency order as torrential rain flooded parts of central and south Florida. (Unsplash) The emergency declaration covers Brevard, DeSoto, Hardee, Highlands, … Read more
Rob Sand has led an inquisitive life, focusing on the inner workings of his own government rather than leading it. Following his tenure as Iowa’s state auditor since 2019, the Democrat is now running for governor, having built a reputation for uncovering waste, fraud, and government overspending. Iowa State Auditor and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rob … Read more
Democratic candidate Jaron Brandon is running for California State Senate District 4 against Republican Alexandra Duarte. Ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, he spoke exclusively with HT.com about rising fire insurance costs, rural healthcare, immigration enforcement and creating more jobs in rural communities. Jaron Brandon discusses California’s fire insurance crisis, rural healthcare gaps, immigration … Read more
Michigan’s 2026 governor’s race has placed Jocelyn Benson in a familiar position of defending the mechanisms of American democracy while advancing her argument that she can manage the state itself. The 48-year-old democrat has spent most of her professional life in election law and civil rights, but her campaign is focused on issues far removed … Read more
US President Donald Trump would prefer to resolve the conflict involving Iran through diplomatic means rather than resorting to military action, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Trump has not decided yet what to do with Iran, but he prefers a peaceful resolution. (AP Photo) Speaking to reporters … Read more