Midday news, Nov 3, 2026, 12:00 ET

Live Updates: Midterm voters go to the polls on Election Day PBS News Hour - The Latest · Nov 3, 2026, 11:00 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Results in the House and Senate will determine whether Democrats can check Trump’s agenda for the next two years. Vote counting may be affected in some Florida areas after flooding forced polling place changes.
LISTEN LIVE: Supreme Court hears case on Catholic preschools and LGBTQ families PBS News Hour - The Latest · Nov 3, 2026, 10:00 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The justices will hear arguments and later decide whether Colorado can bar the preschools from the public program or must include them.
Rain moves out as flood risks remain in Southwest following destructive storms PBS News Hour - The Latest · Nov 3, 2026, 11:20 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Floodwaters are receding in some places, but rescues, road repairs and damage checks will continue while evacuation orders and voting backup plans remain in effect.
A new HIV-prevention drug is showing promising signs, but it's difficult to find in Africa and beyond PBS News Hour - The Latest · Nov 3, 2026, 11:01 ET
Explain the Big Deal: A generic version could lower costs in 120 low-income countries, but supplies are still far below need and rollout remains limited.
Bodycam video shows moments after National Guard fatally shot man CBS News · Nov 3, 2026, 11:32 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Prosecutors have released more footage, but they have not said whether charges will be filed. Investigators are still reviewing the July 5 shooting and the moments before it.

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