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Joyce Spencer: Community news for Friday, Oct. 16
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Bitter personal attacks and Trump’s war in Iran highlighted in Thursday’s Senate debates in Alaska and Maine
Candidates faced off in heated debates Thursday night in two of the country’s most competitive Senate races, showing how bitter — and personal — each contest has become.
Businesses were hit even harder by inflation last month than consumers
Various efforts by the Trump administration to bring down prices have failed to make a meaningful dent in rising costs.
Talarico says he doesn’t support abolishing ICE but criticizes their work under Trump as “secret police”
The comment is a break with a faction of Democrats, including ones in Texas, who have called for overhauling or abolishing ICE. As recently as February, Talarico had said he wanted to “tear down this secret police force.”
Donald Trump claims ‘Iran war will end very soon’ as midterm rallies heat up
The US president said that the war will end ‘as soon as I want it to end’ as the midterms take place under a cloud of economic uncertainty
Andrews questions Graham’s family business ties to China; Graham fires back
A dispute that erupted during Monday’s U.S. Senate debate in South Carolina is spilling onto the campaign trail, with Democratic nominee Dr. Annie Andrews and Republican Sen. Darline Graham clashing over alleged foreign business ties.
Politics, Philosophy and Economic Society discusses ethics of physician-assisted suicide
Members of UCF’s Politics, Philosophy and Economics Society packed into Classroom Building 1 on Thursday night to debate the ethics of physician-assisted suicide being available to patients whose deep depression
State Board OKs deficit spending for Boise State sports
One board member pointed to two choices: Approve the $18 million plan or “basically put a bullet in Bronco sports.”
Rep. Ilhan Omar's phone seized and relatives subpoenaed in probe, AP source says
The Justice Department has historically sought to avoid public investigative actions involving a candidate within 60 days of a primary or general election
100+ Manufacturing, Business Groups Urge Congress to Pass Bipartisan Permitting Deal
Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Manufacturers, joined by members of its Council of Manufacturing Associations, Conference of State Manufacturers Associations and other leading manufacturing and business organizations, sent a coalition letter urging Congress to swiftly pass the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act. Representing businesses across the country and industries throughout the manufacturing …
US regulator accuses nation's largest banks of debanking customers over political views
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency released a report Wednesday into debanking practices in the U.S., saying it has found "irrefutable evidence."
Trump turns to the politics of fear as GOP hopes darken
It’s getting ugly out there.
Aspiring entrepreneurs in Boston pitch business ideas to Ronnen Harary for cash prize
Trump, Epstein and corruption allegations loom over Senate debates in Maine and Georgia
Republican Senate candidates in the battleground states of Maine and Georgia tried to turn the tables on their Democratic foes in Tuesday night’s debates as the GOP faces increasing headwinds in the final sprint before Election Day with control of the chamber on the line.
Trump’s new messenger: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a potential Midwest opening for the GOP.
Trump heads to Alaska in a sign of how close its Senate race may be
President Donald Trump is making an unusual campaign trip with the midterm elections looming.
Doctors are giving generously to doctors running for office
Doctors have a lot on the line in the next couple years, and they are donating big to doctors running for political office.
Trump rally crowd chants 'deport' as president rips Ilhan Omar after federal raid
President Donald Trump blasted Rep. Ilhan Omar at an Ohio rally as crowds chanted "deport" hours after federal agents searched the congresswoman's home.
My Turn | Are Big Ten schools in the entertainment business?
Overall, Big Ten athletic departments spend about 10 percent of the total amount that their schools spend on academics, Michael LeRoy writes.
Opinion: Amendment 83 isn’t just about hunting, and will handcuff wildlife science
The poorly drafted amendment would place unscientific restrictions on Colorado’s wildlife management, tying the hands of experts.
Trump is heading all the way to Alaska in a sign of just how close its Senate race may be
President Donald Trump is making an unusual campaign trip with the midterm elections looming.
K8 News to stream Arkansas TV political debates
K8 News will stream the Arkansas TV political debates on K8 News Live this week.
Key business issues are at stake in the outcomes of Colorado legislative races
Six House races and three Senate races likely will determine whether Democrats hold a supermajority in both legislative chambers in 2027.
Science, health research bond to appear on March 2028 ballot - Healthcare
Science, health research bond to appear on March 2028 ballot - The Black Chronicle
In Iowa's competitive races, Senate candidates lean into healthcare issues
Democrats hoping to flip statewide and congressional seats have been campaigning hard on healthcare issues, hoping to win some needed Republican and independent votes. But what impact it may have on this year's close races is unclear.
‘I just had the flu’: James Talarico shoots down conservative speculation about his absence from the trail
In an interview with NBC Dallas-Fort Worth, the Democrat again challenged his Republican opponent, Ken Paxton, to a debate in the Texas Senate race.
Takeaways from the South Carolina Senate debate
South Carolina has emerged as perhaps the most surprisingly competitive Senate race late in the 2026 midterm elections. And on Sunday night, appointed GOP Sen. Darline Graham, Democrat Annie Andrews and Libertarian nominee Kasie Whitener took part in the only debate currently scheduled in the race.
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) Oct. 11, 2026
On "Politics Unplugged," political editor Dennis Welch sits down with Republican gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs for a wide-ranging interview weeks before election day. The conversation is dominated by Governor Katie Hobbs' multi-million-dollar ad campaign accusing Biggs of protecting Warren Jeffs' FLDS cult while he was Arizona Senate President. Biggs forcefully denies the allegations, defending his legislative record and accusing the interviewer of carrying Hobbs' water. He escalates further, claiming Hobbs' rhetoric has led to death threats and that she would be "thrilled" if he were physically harmed. The interview also covers his vote against honoring Capitol Police on January 6th, his call to Rusty Bowers about decertifying the 2020 election, and whether he'd certify results as governor in 2028. Hobbs' office responds with a statement denying the claims. The show closes with a teaser for a Hobbs interview the following week.
As Va. voters continue early voting, Warner, Mizusawa highlight differences in forum
With early voting underway in Virginia, Democratic U.S. Sen. Mark Warner and Republican challenger Bert Mizusawa are highlighting key differences on issues.
AP source: Trump, Rubio weigh firing US envoy to Greece after mounting reports of improper conduct
President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are considering firing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after a series of reports alleging she has engaged in improper and
Trump considering firing Kimberly Guilfoyle after embarrassing revelations, source says
President Trump is weighing whether to dismiss Kimberly Guilfoyle as U.S. ambassador to Greece after a string of embarrassing revelations about her conduct.
Political mailer sparks Vermont disclosure complaint
The attorney general is reviewing allegations that a PAC failed to disclose donors and file a required report.
Editorial: The Case for Impeachment — What would the founders do?
When the Founding Fathers gathered in Philadelphia 250 years ago to “form a more perfect Union,” they studied the collapse of the Greek and Roman republics with an eye toward
Bernie Sanders stumps for Maine Democratic Senate nominee
Sen. Bernie Sanders backed Troy Jackson, the Democratic Senate nominee in Maine’s battleground race, at a rally today. CNN’s Arlette Saenz reports.
Bets on midterm endorsements, rallies, debates and dropouts raise insider trading concerns
(CNN) — What will Vice President JD Vance say while campaigning Friday in Ohio? Will the Texas Senate candidates debate by this Thursday? And who else will get an endorsement
Democrats believe they have a real chance at flipping four states Trump won by double digits
For weeks, top Democrats in Washington have watched with cautious restraint as Republicans dumped millions into red states like Kansas and South Carolina to defend an increasingly shaky Senate map.
The midterm spending bonanza is threatening democracy like never before.
New on "Stress Test": This cycle's shameless spree is bigger and more brazen than ever. Voters might finally be fed up.
Who Is Angela Paxton? Ken Paxton’s Estranged Wife Wades Into Texas Senate Battle—Without Mentioning Him
Angela Paxton, who is divorcing the Republican Texas Senate candidate, is breaking her silence on the race—while avoiding mentioning him.
Letters: Retain Muñiz | Nixon will protect abuse survivors
Justice Muñiz keeps an open mind, listens to every party, and treats people with professionalism and kindness.
Joyce Spencer: Community news for Friday, Oct. 9
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Why Trump and Iran may now be waiting out the midterms
President Donald Trump’s declaration Thursday that he would not attack Iran again before next month’s midterm elections was an implicit admission of the damage being inflicted on Republican hopes by a war that has defied his promise of a quick victory.
In Depth: A look into the politics and laws surrounding Oklahoma's open U.S. Senate seat
Michigan Senate debate between Rogers and El-Sayed grows hostile quickly
Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed are facing in their first debate in Michigan's closely watched Senate race. The Thursday night debate in Grand Rapids comes after weeks of
Sandwiches to socialism: How a DSA chapter in Austin is building political power
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — When the socialists filed into the pews of a church sanctuary in Texas, there were far more than would have attended just two years ago.
Warner pitches health care expansion as he preps for swan song
Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia is leaning into a major expansion of U.S. health insurance coverage as he prepares for what’s likely to be his final term in office, in contrast to his earlier years on Capitol Hill marked by a more centrist approach to health care. With health coverage for airport workers being […]
Takeaways from the first Iowa Senate debate
Donald Trump’s shadow looms over every contest in November’s midterm elections — but on an Iowa debate stage Wednesday night, the president’s name was rarely mentioned.
Tillis says ‘it’s tough’ convincing voters to keep GOP in control of House & Senate
Kyle Austin touts business experience in bid as Libertarian for U.S. Senate
Kyle Austin is the Libertarian candidate in Montana’s U.S. Senate race. The 43-year-old pharmacy owner and farmer says he’s had a desire to serve in a federal office since he was a teenager.
Could Texas Elect a Democratic Governor for the First Time in More Than 30 Years? Polls Show a Tight Race
Republicans have led the state for more than 30 years. But Gov. Greg Abbott appears to be facing an unusually competitive bid from his Democratic challenger.
Why Democrats may need a gut check on their midterm ambitions: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the GOP’s financial edge.
County preserves to host activities at Ryan Woods
The Forest Preserves of Cook County will host the following events at the Dan Ryan Woods, 87th Street and South Western Avenue.
Trump defends ad, says MAGA Inc. will cover cost instead of taxpayers
Trump defended a federally funded ad as patriotic but said Monday that MAGA Inc. would cover the cost after complaints from critics.
Upcoming Trump rally at Freeman Coliseum draws mixed reaction from San Antonio voters
A simple guide to the US midterms
US voters will head to the polls on 3 November in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency.
Trump uses anti-transgender slur to attack South Carolina Senate candidate
President Donald Trump on Monday used an anti-transgender slur to attack Democratic South Carolina Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews, as he tries to push his hand-picked GOP candidate, Sen. Darline Graham, over the finish line in the midterm election.
Trump uses anti-transgender slur to attack South Carolina Senate candidate
(CNN) — President Donald Trump on Monday used an anti-transgender slur to attack Democratic South Carolina Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews, as he tries to push his hand-picked GOP candidate,
Top Iranian official admits dire state of the economy: Report
A top Iranian official reportedly admitted that Iran’s economy is in dire straits due to the war and the U.S. blockade of the country. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and former commander in chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, made the admission Saturday at a high-level government meeting focused on […]
Inside Democrats’ efforts to secure Election Day and respond to fears of Trump interference
Ahead of the November midterm elections, top Democrats are planning for doomsday scenarios for how President Donald Trump and his administration could intervene in the voting process and laying the groundwork for a forceful response.
Pols & Politics: White House launches website on the ‘real cost of Socialism’
The White House has launched a new webpage warning U.S. families of the “real cost of Socialism,” while state lawmakers prepare to take up proposed federal changes to the 2030 census this month.
‘She’s one of us’: Mary Peltola’s bumpy rise to political power
Peltola, the Democratic Senate candidate in Alaska, is an uncommonly capable candidate, but she is also an uncommonly complicated one.
Trump defends data centers in Ohio as he rallies to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race
President Donald Trump is defending data centers powering AI projects during a campaign rally in Ohio.
Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown
WASHINGTON (AP) — After a few days campaigning in safe conservative territory, President Donald Trump on Saturday takes his midterm tour into Ohio, a battlegrou
Trump posts GOP lawmaker’s phone number amid spat over Daylight Saving Time
President Donald Trump railed against Sen. Tom Cotton in a series of posts on Saturday, accusing the Arkansas Republican of holding up a bill that would make Daylight Saving Time permanent and encouraging people to call the senator at his cellphone number.
A gut punch in Ohio: Nearly 1,400 laid off at truck factory just days before Trump rally
President Donald Trump is trying to rally voters in the Dayton, Ohio, area on Saturday. But days ago, 1,400 workers were laid off from a truck factory there.
U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon presses Florida's two senators to protect Haitian TPS holders
Senate Bill 4814, if passed, would extend protections for Haitian nationals who face a forced return amid worsening gang violence, political turbulence, and economic destruction in Haiti. The legislation is stalled in the U.S. Senate.
Democrats dream of putting Florida back in play. Are they squandering their chance?
Democrats have struggled to compete in the state for years, but a surprisingly tight race for governor has their hopes up — despite a huge financial deficit.
Are the Polls Too Good to Be True for Democrats?
Once again, pollsters’ inability to reach Trump voters might disappoint Democrats.
TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for Oct 2, 2026
Time is dwindling as Ken Block tries to reshape the gov race
These Texas doctors want to make sure people know their abortion rights during medical emergencies
Texas passed the Life of the Mother Act in 2025, aiming to clarify the narrow medical exception to the state's abortion ban. Advocates are still working to spread the word.
Joyce Spencer: Community news for Friday, Oct. 2
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Endorsement: No on Costa Mesa Measure C’s tax hike on businesses
Measure C is simply another liability dumped onto contributing members of society by a government that refuses to live within its means.
Trump says planning midterm convention during NFL opener was ‘stupid’
President Donald Trump acknowledged that scheduling the Republican National Committee’s midterm convention during the NFL’s opening game of the 2026 season was not the best idea. The president sat down with Time magazine for an interview this week and was asked about the possibility of Democrats taking control of Congress in the midterm elections. He […]
College sports is 'living insanity.' Politicians, of all people, are trying to stop the madness.
Congress is considering an overhaul of college sports. And you should care, even if you aren't a sports fan.
Oklahoma Senate study examines barriers for guardians in mental health care decisions
When a person is in the middle of a serious mental health crisis and can’t make medical decisions for themselves, families say Oklahoma’s system can leave legal
Political debates matter if we treat them as more than theater
Despite being imperfect, debates provide an opportunity that candidates should embrace as a chance to engage honestly with voters.
Rotary Health Fair brings on-site blood testing back to Homer
More than 50 exhibitors will offer health screenings and wellness resources
Two key Senate health committees face major shake-ups
Senate committees that handle important health care matters are about to see major GOP turnover. Here's what that means.
Trump’s campaign against noncitizen voting demonstrates it’s rare and not enough to swing elections
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration's campaign to root out noncitizen voting is demonstrating what critics of President Donald Trump's election conspirac
Business and Industry Association Ranks Lawmakers for the 2026 Session; Political Winds Shifting
The Business and Industry Association's annual legislative report and legislative rankings is an indication of how much the political landscape has changed in Concord.
There's a debate over debates in Mass. politics this election season
In 2026, debates are becoming a point of contention. Republican challengers are chastising Democratic incumbents for not debating enough, or at all.
Local hemp and CBD businesses say new federal restrictions could force them to close
A new federal ban on hemp products is set to go into effect near the end of this year.
A California showdown with national implications: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Trump has a new name for AI — but not regulations.
Trump to unveil $54 billion in South Korean investment in Alaska
The Alaska investment comes from pledges made as part of a 2025 trade deal with South Korea
Willis hires former Aon exec to lead D&F growth
Willis, the retail broking arm of Willis Towers Watson, on Wednesday named former Aon executive Andy Chang growth leader in its global direct and facultative business, based in Miami.
Senate passes sweeping college sports bill
The Senate overwhelmingly passed the Protect College Sports Act Monday in a bipartisan manner to bring stability to the industry.
Health policy polling shows similar feelings across party lines
With Michigan’s general election underway, a new poll shows voters want many of the same things from government health policy. Colin Jackson has more.
Let’s thank the politician who helped drive the Freedom Caucus out of power
After Checkgate, far-right Rebecca Bextel is stirring things up as the Constitution Party’s candidate for governor, columnist Kerry Drake writes.
Pa. Health Department reverses course on new disease-tracking guidance, for now
Pennsylvania’s Department of Health has rescinded a 502-page proposal that could’ve given the agency more control over how it tracks and investigates the spread of diseases — and that spelled out the measures officials can take in response.
Senate passes college sports bill to rein in athlete payments and transfers
A 2025 lawsuit settlement uprooted the college sports landscape by allowing colleges to pay their players.
The Senate passes the Protect College Sports Act, but the bill's future is unclear
The bill's supporters, which include the NCAA, say it will tame what they call a "Wild West" era of college sports as litigation chips away at long-held rules around eligibility, transfers and pay.
Senate passes major bill to overhaul college sports
The Senate on Monday passed a major bill to overhaul college athletics with a large bipartisan vote, 77-22.
Battle over progressive politics pits blue vs blue in this Seattle legislative district
Incumbent Sen. Jamie Pedersen and challenger Hannah Sabio-Howell talked to "Soundside" about their campaigns to represent the city's progressive district.
House District 61 tests whether winds of political change are blowing in Williamson County
House District 61 lies in Williamson County, the heart and power center of the Republican establishment in Tennessee.
The New Health Care Populism
Fear over rising costs is fueling bipartisan motivation to confront drug companies, insurers, and pharmacy benefit managers directly, with candidates on both sides racing to appear stronger on those areas than their opponents rather than litigating the Affordable Care Act. Republicans have been espe
OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs called to appear at Australian AI probe
SYDNEY, Sept 27 (Reuters) - The CEOs of OpenAI and Anthropic have been called to appear at an Australian Senate inquiry on AI, the head of the probe said on
House Democrats plan vast oversight of Trump administration. Impeachment is an option
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D., Md.), who is in line to become the chairperson of the Judiciary Committee, characterized the issues involved as “gargantuan.”
Lucas: What if politics actually worked?
There are some 3.2 million registered independent voters in Massachusetts compared to 1.3 million Democrats and 424,000 Republicans.
Pappas hears from Lakes Region business owners about rising costs, fewer visitors
U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas was on the U.S. Senate campaign trail in the Lakes Region on Friday, touring businesses to discuss the impact of rising costs and fewer visitors.
Blumenthal forum on ICE shootings, AI risks: CT politics news
Plus: Senate Republicans on Zulma Toro’s resignation, and Congress’ final acts before the midterms on a bill CT senators oppose.
Why the 2026 election could be the worst midterm for the GOP this century
The Republican Party’s two worst midterm elections in the 21st Century were in 2006 and 2018. In the former, an unpopular Middle Eastern war cost George W. Bush dearly. In 2018, voters balked at the upending of historic norms and chaotic style of a new president named Donald Trump.