Morning news, Oct 24, 2026, 07:00 ET

DOJ demands that California counties help identify noncitizen voters NBC News · Oct 24, 2026, 01:13 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The Justice Department could sue if California counties do not cooperate, but the article does not say any case has been filed yet.
Catastrophic floods prompt evacuations NBC News · Oct 23, 2026, 19:13 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Officials are telling people in the flood zone to leave when ordered, while crews monitor the waters and respond to damage.
FBI arrests Georgia man accused of throwing Molotov cocktail at Atlanta ICE facility Fox News · Oct 24, 2026, 02:53 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Hinton is expected to appear in federal court as prosecutors continue the case and the investigation remains open.
U.S. birth rate drops to record low, but older women are having more babies NPR · Oct 24, 2026, 06:00 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Births are still falling overall, but delayed childbearing is partly offsetting the decline and may keep changing school and health needs.
Roller coaster safety experts weigh in on Six Flags investigation CBS News · Oct 23, 2026, 21:51 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Investigators will keep examining maintenance records, ride parts and operator actions before deciding whether the coaster can reopen. Six Flags says it will add seat belts to Goliath and similar rides.

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