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Former Priest Pleads No Contest to Child-Sex Charges
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Former Madison-area priest Andrew Showers, 38, pleaded no contest and was found guilty in Waupaca County of attempted child enticement, attempted second-degree sexual assault of a child, and possession of child sexual abuse material.
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Dana Whitfield
No contest plea on the assault counts means he should face the maximum prison time possible.
Trump Plans Campaign Rallies in Alaska, Montana
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to rally in Wasilla to support Alaska Republicans Dan Sullivan and Nick Begich ahead of the midterm elections. The race for governor remains outside the rally’s focus, and Trump has not endorsed a candidate in that contest.
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US Cuts Refugee Appeal Window to 10 Days
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DHS cut from 30 days to 10 the window refugees have to contest status termination; the interim final rule takes effect on Federal Register publication October 14, 2026.
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Jared Kim
Families already dealing with uncertainty will struggle even more when they get just ten days to respond.
Trump expected to rally in Greenville, North Carolina
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a Greenville, North Carolina, rally on Oct. 20 as he campaigns for Republicans in closely watched midterm races, including Senate candidate Michael Whatley’s contest against Roy Cooper. Doors are expected to open at 3:30 p.m., with the program at 5:30 p.m. and Trump’s remarks at 7 p.m.; the venue has not been announced.
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Rachel Meyers
Trump's Greenville stop should give Whatley a solid boost against Cooper in that Senate race.
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Top Trump Dinner Bidders Stash Cash On Exchanges That Shut Out Americans
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 7h
Candidate Debates and Forums Planned Across States
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Candidates in several races are meeting voters through public forums and debates ahead of the elections, with events planned in Wisconsin and Massachusetts and debates covering Arkansas congressional races and South Carolina’s Senate contest. South Carolina candidates clashed over national issues, including the economy, Iran and social media’s effects on young people.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Trump jokes about examining Senator Husted
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President Trump joked at an Ohio rally that he examined Sen. Jon Husted’s physique—including his backside and hands—to verify Husted’s reputation as a standout college football player. Trump used the event to rally support for Husted and gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy as Husted faces Democrat Sherrod Brown in a closely contested Senate race.
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Trump to Rally for Marshall in Wichita on Oct. 19
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President Donald Trump said he plans to hold a rally in Kansas soon for Republican Sen. Roger Marshall, who is facing a closely contested reelection campaign against Democrat Adam Hamilton. Trump praised Marshall and attacked Hamilton while defending Marshall over criticism of his past efforts to collect unpaid patient bills; Marshall said he would welcome the president’s help.
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Polls show varying leads for Flávio Bolsonaro over Lula in Brazil runoff
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Brazil’s presidential runoff polls show Flávio Bolsonaro leading President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in several surveys, while Quaest puts them at 46% and 44%—a statistical tie—and another poll also reports a narrow gap. The divergent results underscore a close, uncertain contest, with estimates ranging from a near tie to a wider Bolsonaro lead.
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Lions' Devin White Carted Off, Ruled Out
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Lions linebacker Devin White was carted off with a forearm injury during Detroit’s game against Arizona and was initially listed as questionable to return, but was later ruled out for the rest of the contest. Malcolm Rodriguez and Jimmy Rolder were expected to take on larger roles in his absence.
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Pope Leo Recovering After Lung Cancer Surgery
Newfoundland and Labrador’s House of Assembly is resuming with Fred Hutton joining and two seats vacant after Brian Warr’s resignation and Derrick Bragg’s death; the federal government also plans a one-time grocery benefit payment for eligi
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Don Omar Tickets Offered for Washington Concert
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A radio contest is offering up to five winners two floor tickets to Don Omar’s October 15 concert in Washington, D.C.; entrants must call as the ninth caller when prompted and use a compatible mobile ticketing app to redeem tickets.
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Wisconsin, Nebraska Contests Advance Eight Products Each
Business
— Oct 7, 2026
The Coolest Thing Made contests in Wisconsin and Nebraska have each narrowed their fields to eight products, with public voting underway to choose finalists. Nebraska’s bracket includes two Gering-made products, while the state winners are scheduled to be announced Oct. 27 in Wisconsin and Oct. 29 in Nebraska.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Rhode Island Poll Shows Foulkes Leading Block by 9 Points
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A new Rhode Island poll shows Democrat Helena Foulkes leading independent Ken Block 44% to 35% in the governor’s race, a sharp narrowing from her 24-point August advantage; Republican Aaron Guckian has 10% and has rejected calls to leave the race. The lieutenant governor contest is essentially tied, with Republican John Loughlin at 45% and incumbent Democrat Sabina Matos at 44%.
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Nicole Hardy
Guckian staying in at 10 percent is splitting votes and hurting the overall Republican chances.
Communities Seek Entries for Halloween Home Contests
Lifestyle
— Oct 3, 2026
Communities including Cornelius, Clifford, Montgomery, Rock Falls and Jackson are inviting residents to decorate their homes for Halloween contests. Entry rules, judging dates and awards vary, with some contests featuring public voting or category prizes.
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Hawaii Proposes New Election Tie-Breaker Rules
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Election debates and contests are highlighting the growing role of independent voters and alternatives to party-based primaries. In Louisville, two Democrats are competing in a nonpartisan council election, while a Massachusetts ballot question would replace party primaries with an all-party primary.
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Political Debanking Ran Rampant At America’s Biggest Banks, Federal Probe Alleges
Jack McGeever · 5 min · 8h
California Weigh-Off Set for 2,857-Pound Record Bid
Lifestyle
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Giant-pumpkin growers are competing at weigh-offs in California and Ohio, with Half Moon Bay’s event drawing a world-record contender after a new record was set in England. Canfield’s contest offered a record $50,000 prize pool, including awards for a potential world record.
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
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The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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Trump Urges Debate in Deadlocked Texas Senate Race
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— Oct 7, 2026
Ken Paxton’s Texas Senate campaign has gained support from Republicans who voted to impeach him, while President Trump is publicly urging his opponent, James Talarico, to debate him. The contest is part of a broader midterm fight for control of the Senate.
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Communities Host Fall and Holiday Events
Lifestyle
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Communities are hosting fall activities including pumpkin-carving contests and workshops, pick-your-own pumpkin patches and haunted trails, and family gatherings featuring cider-making, crafts and seasonal treats. Several events are free or open to all ages, while Glasgow’s pumpkin workshops also support mental-health services through the SAMH Nook network.
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Animal Shelters Spotlight Dogs Seeking Adoption
Lifestyle
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Local shelters are highlighting adoptable pets, including trained one-year-old Skeeter in Lynchburg, two-year-old lab mix Kyle in Evansville and three-year-old collie mix Peter in Anne Arundel County. Knox News is also inviting readers to vote in its Pet of the Week contest featuring local shelter animals.
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150 Streets Named Trick-or-Treating Finalists
Lifestyle
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Halloween guides and contests are spotlighting trick-or-treat destinations across the country: Kansas streets made Hersheyland’s top list, two St. Louis streets reached Reese’s national finalist pool, and Shreveport-Bossier residents shared their favorite neighborhoods. In West Seattle, several business districts are also organizing Halloween trick-or-treat events before the holiday.
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You are the awareness behind the voice in your head
The Untethered Soul gives anxious, transition-weary, or meditation-curious readers a plain practice for quitting the inner roommate and living from the seat of consciousness instead.
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District candidates outline housing, safety priorities
Politics
— Oct 7, 2026
Candidates in state and local races outlined contrasting priorities: Utah and Tennessee legislative contests center on affordability, housing, elections, conservation and gun policy, while Chico City Council candidates debate homelessness enforcement, shelter and services, housing rules, public safety and infrastructure. Their approaches range from stronger enforcement paired with services to managed camps and housing-focused support.
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Teams offer tickets for upcoming games
Sports
— Oct 5, 2026
Tickets are available or going on sale for several upcoming sports events, including NIU and Kentucky men’s basketball games, the Houston Bulls’ home opener and Yankees playoff games. Bruins fans can still buy tickets for an upcoming game, with a radio contest also offering a chance to win a pair.
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Colorado House Candidates Vie for 65 Seats
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
Colorado voters will decide all 65 state House seats this November as Democrats seek to preserve their 43–22 majority, with contests ranging from an effectively uncontested Republican seat to open and competitive races. Candidates’ differing priorities include affordability, housing, energy costs, public safety, education and the state budget.
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Trunk-or-Treat Events Planned Across Four Communities
Good News
— Oct 5, 2026
Communities in Elkhart, Warren County, Johns Creek and Hagerstown are hosting free Trunk or Treat events, with activities including costume contests, decorated vehicles and treats for children. Events are scheduled from mid-October through Oct. 23, with Elkhart’s annual gathering set for Saturday at Island Park.
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Unopposed Redding Clerk Race Omitted From Sample Ballot
Politics
— Oct 6, 2026
Redding’s November ballot appears to omit the unopposed city clerk race despite state rules generally requiring unopposed candidates to appear, and officials have not yet clarified the impact. In the City Council contest, nine candidates are seeking three seats, with the Chamber of Commerce endorsing Russ Wenham and Christina Prosperi; candidate interviews highlighted differing qualifications and priorities.
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Over 20 State Treasurers Warn Agencies Against Using ESG For Deciding Credit Ratings
Jack McGeever · 4 min · 9h
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