Night news, Oct 31, 2026, 22:00 ET

DOJ calls Alaska Senate allegations "troubling," asks to segregate ballots CBS News · Oct 31, 2026, 17:56 ET
Explain the Big Deal: A judge is being asked to decide by Monday whether ballots can be preserved separately while the election goes forward.
Paxton and Talarico tussle for Texas Senate seat as Trump campaigns virtually PBS News Hour - The Latest · Oct 31, 2026, 18:14 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Texas and several other battlegrounds are in the final stretch as early voting ends and campaigns shift into the last days before Election Day.
NYC woman critically injured after being stabbed multiple times while jogging along Brooklyn waterfront Fox News · Oct 31, 2026, 21:45 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Police are still looking for a suspect and asking for tips while the woman remains in critical condition. Investigators have not said what led to the attack.
Virginia and D.C. sue over Trump's arch, adding to legal challenges as government wants work to begin PBS News Hour - The Latest · Oct 31, 2026, 14:29 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Judges may pause the arch project before construction starts, while the administration seeks approval and argues delays would hinder government plans.
Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein birthday letter PBS News Hour - The Latest · Oct 31, 2026, 17:32 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The case is over in federal court, and Trump cannot refile this defamation claim. The ruling leaves the Journal’s reporting in place, while any further challenge is not described in the story.

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