Morning news, Oct 26, 2026, 07:00 ET

Catastrophic floods force evacuations across the West NBC News · Oct 25, 2026, 19:03 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Officials are still evacuating residents and responding to damage across the Four Corners region after days of heavy rain. The report does not say when floodwaters will fully recede.
Trump leans into Islamophobic rhetoric at Michigan rally NBC News · Oct 25, 2026, 19:32 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The race in Michigan stays tight, and the candidates now move into the final stretch with voters weighing the impact of the rally remarks.
Republicans are spending millions and still may not win districts drawn to favor them NPR · Oct 26, 2026, 05:00 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Several redrawn House races are still too close to call, so campaigns are pouring in money and turnout efforts through Election Day.
Court ruling fails to end wait for thousands of immigrants stuck abroad without visas NPR · Oct 26, 2026, 05:00 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The ban is off the books, but many applicants are still waiting on interviews, extra screening, or final visa stamps. Their cases remain tied up while litigation and processing delays continue.
College homecoming party turns to chaos as deck collapses, leaving at least 28 people injured Fox News · Oct 25, 2026, 21:48 ET
Explain the Big Deal: William & Mary is still gathering information after the collapse and supporting injured students. Officials say all reported injuries were non-life-threatening, but the cause has not been released.

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