Night news, Nov 5, 2026, 22:00 ET

Catastrophic flooding in Georgia, Tennessee CBS News · Nov 5, 2026, 20:02 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Emergency crews are still helping people in flooded areas while officials monitor rainfall and road conditions. The forecast will guide whether more rescues or new warnings are needed.
3 wounded in shooting at U.S. Postal Service facility in Des Moines CBS News · Nov 5, 2026, 19:30 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Investigators are expected to sort out the motive, the condition of the three wounded people, and whether charges will follow.
Trump agenda likely to be curbed with Democrats in charge CBS News · Nov 5, 2026, 19:23 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Democrats will take control of Congress in January, likely slowing Trump’s agenda through subpoenas, oversight fights and tougher nominee battles.
After taking control of Congress, Democrats vow major probes into Trump's 'tentacles of corruption' PBS News Hour - The Latest · Nov 5, 2026, 18:00 ET
Explain the Big Deal: House and Senate Democrats are preparing subpoenas, hearings and staff-heavy investigations into Trump, his family and his administration. Republicans deny wrongdoing and are likely to fight the probes.
Indiana, Florida and Alabama carry out rare US triple execution day Fox News · Nov 5, 2026, 20:44 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The executions are now complete, and the wider debate over capital punishment is expected to continue in courtrooms and state capitals. The article does not say whether any new appeals or legal challenges are pending.

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