Evening news, Oct 28, 2026, 18:00 ET

The day’s biggest headlines, and what each one means for you.

Evening news, Oct 28, 2026, 18:00 ET

  1. Fed holds interest rates steady even as inflation remains high CBS News · Oct 28, 2026, 17:34 ET
    Explain the Big Deal: The Fed is likely to keep borrowing costs where they are until its December meeting, when it will judge whether inflation is easing enough to change course.
  2. Alvin Hellerstein, judge in Maduro and Trump cases, dies at 92 CBS News · Oct 28, 2026, 15:16 ET
    Explain the Big Deal: A new judge will take over Hellerstein’s remaining cases, with no automatic pause. In the Maduro matter, dates can stay or be reset after review.
  3. Dolores Huerta, labor activist and civil rights icon, dies at 96 CBS News · Oct 28, 2026, 16:04 ET
    Explain the Big Deal: Her death closes a long chapter in farmworker organizing, and officials and labor advocates are expected to honor her legacy publicly. The article does not say what memorial plans will follow.
  4. AP report: FDA scientists opposed the Trump administration's move to ease peptides access PBS News Hour - The Latest · Oct 28, 2026, 17:20 ET
    Explain the Big Deal: HHS will not enforce certain FDA rules on selected peptides, while compounders must follow new safety guardrails and report side effects.
  5. American taxpayers' bill for Iran war grows to estimated $47.1 billion PBS News Hour - The Latest · Oct 28, 2026, 15:40 ET
    Explain the Big Deal: Congress is set to debate more war funding as troops and carriers head to the region, while voters weigh the conflict in the midterms.

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