Night news, Nov 2, 2026, 22:00 ET

Trump loses supreme court bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots as justices refuse to take up… The Guardian · Nov 2, 2026, 21:40 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The California ballots stay in the count for now. The ruling limits this challenge, but the story does not say whether more legal fights will follow.
New York reports first measles death in more than 30 years NBC News · Nov 2, 2026, 18:52 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Health officials are urging people to stay current on MMR shots as the outbreak continues, especially for young children and others not fully vaccinated.
17-year-old arrested in Spirit Halloween shooting that killed pregnant woman, injured 6 other people NBC News · Nov 2, 2026, 20:34 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Police say the teen will be charged with murder, and prosecutors may add another count because one victim was pregnant. The investigation continues into why the shooting happened.
ICE planning to deport Afghans through Pakistan, official says CBS News · Nov 2, 2026, 21:27 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Courts and officials are still deciding whether the removals can go ahead, and whether Pakistan has agreed to receive the Afghans.
Who are the victims of the deadly Florida jet crash? BBC News · Nov 2, 2026, 19:54 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Investigators are still examining the cause, including ice, turbulence and possible human error. The victims have been identified, but officials have not said whether anyone survived on the ground.

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