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A father and his two young children died in an apparent murder-suicide in Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, according to authorities. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office identified the victims as 42-year-old Patrick Lynch, 8-year-old James Lynch and 6-year-old Caroline Lynch. Mt. Lebanon Police Chief Jason Haberman said officers responded around 4:15 p.m. to reports of three unconscious people in the street near a parking garage behind the township's municipal building on Washington Road. All three were pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary information from the Allegheny County Police Department indicates the deaths were the result of a murder-suicide involving an apparent fall. Haberman said investigators are not treating the incident as an accident but declined to provide additional details. "There will be a significant amount of trauma associated with this event for the community," Haberman said, adding that nearly everyone in Mt. Lebanon will know someone affected by the tragedy. Police say there is no threat to the public. The investigation remains ongoing. The tragedy has also impacted the local school community. The Mt. Lebanon School District announced that Markham and Washington elementary schools would be closed Wednesday. Students at other district schools may stay home with an excused absence. School counselors will be available to provide support. Mt. Lebanon is located approximately five miles south of Pittsburgh.

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A school bus driver has been arrested after a five-year-old child was dragged by a school bus in Oneida County, New York. The Oneida County Sheriff's Office says 37-year-old Tasha Van Dayne of Clinton turned herself in to deputies on November 3. Authorities say Van Dayne was driving a bus for the Clinton Central School District on November 2 when the incident happened during her afternoon route in the Town of Kirkland. Investigators say the child's backpack became trapped in the bus doors as the last student exited. The child was dragged a distance before the bus came to a stop. The child suffered minor injuries. Van Dayne was charged with misdemeanor reckless endangerment and released with an appearance ticket. She is scheduled to appear in Kirkland Town Court on November 16. The investigation remains ongoing.

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The Trump administration is escalating economic pressure on Iran, announcing a new round of sanctions Wednesday despite growing political fallout from the war. The Treasury Department said the sanctions are part of its “Operation Economic Outcast” campaign. They target an Indian couple accused of helping Iranian vessels evade international restrictions by providing false flags. Several individuals and companies associated with the alleged operation were also sanctioned. The administration is also targeting a Turkish company accused of providing services to Iranian airlines already under U.S. sanctions. The announcement comes one day after Republicans suffered major losses in the midterm elections, losing control of both chambers of Congress. Vice President JD Vance attributed the party's losses, in part, to the war with Iran.

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A man is expected to survive after accidentally shooting himself while shopping with his family at a Publix grocery store in Greer, South Carolina. The Greenville County Sheriff's Office said deputies were called to the store, located at 411 The Parkway, around 6:40 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting. Investigators determined the man was shopping with his wife and child when he reached into his pocket, causing a pistol to fall to the floor. The gun discharged when it hit the ground, striking the man in the arm, according to deputies. Responding deputies provided medical assistance, including applying a tourniquet, before the man was taken to a local hospital. Authorities say the shooting was accidental. No criminal charges have been filed.

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(Washington, DC) --With Democrats controlling the House, Representative Hakeem Jeffries of New York is on track to become the first Black speaker in the chamber's history. No other Democrat has publicly announced a challenge to Jeffries for the position, though that could change when the 120th Congress convenes in January. In a statement posted on social media, Jeffries called Tuesday night a "Victory for America!" Jeffries, who has served as House Democratic leader since January 2023, previously became the first Black lawmaker to lead a congressional caucus.

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(Columbus, OH) -- Dr. Amy Acton is set to become Ohio's next governor, the first-ever woman elected to the office. The Democrat pulled in more than 52-percent of the vote as compared to just over 45-percent for GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Ohio voters are also choosing former Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown to replace incumbent Republican Senator Jon Husted.

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House speaker Mike Johnson says he is 'disappointed' by Democrats’ midterm gains. "To every American disappointed by tonight's results i mean I'm disappointed, too, but we are never discouraged because we live in the greatest nation in the world. Now look, I'm not gonna exaggerate and uh... when I tell you that there's not a single American not a simple American family anywhere this could be made up better off if Democrats turn Congress into a circus and I'm afraid that is what some of them want to do okay? If they if they make the next two years about retribution and 'lawfare' and partisan games every American will suffer by that and i tell you what we will do we will put a firewall of house Republicans standing in their way to ensure that doesn't happen. Now look, I just want to tell you what we face -some real odds here, okay? From the first day of this election, we knew that to keep the House and sustain our majority, we would have to defy more than a century of midterm history, okay. It's only happened twice in 90 years that a sitting president has picked up or held seats for his party in that first two-year cycle, and there's a lot of reasons for it. It's very very difficult to overcome and uh... It looks like uh... history will be kept tonight," said Johnson. Democrats wrested control of the Senate from Republicans with a succession of victories in Republican bastions like Kansas, Texas, Iowa, and South Carolina that gained Democrats six seats in the chamber. They were also expected to easily win a majority in the House of Representatives. Johnson admonished Democrats not to turn the House into "a circus" if, as expected, they launch a series of investigations of the Trump administration when they take power in Congress in January.

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We're asking the question everyone's afraid to answer: who or what is to blame for the major loss the GOP took in the 2026 midterms? Something we never could have predicted—Texas flipping blue, James Talarico beating Ken Paxton in the Senate race, and a blue wave that swept the nation. We're disappointed, but we're not defeated. Sound off in the comments. --- Like and subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@MandMExtra?sub_confirmation=1 Watch full episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EGNf1WbbwMRurHjD-q-sft3OQfbxop8 Check out highlight clips from all our shows: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EGNf1WbbwPQn44WIEh9LfT3hP1lng9w

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The conversation delves into the White House's response to recent political developments, particularly focusing on the tone and strategies moving forward. The analysis highlights the defiance and resolve from the White House despite the election results. The discussion also touches on the role of the conflict in Iran and its impact on gas prices, which seems to have played a significant part in the election outcome. Additionally, the conversation covers potential legislative priorities during the lame duck session, including the energy permitting bill, the farm bill, and the National Defense Authorization Act. The motion picture tax incentive bill and potential judicial appointments are also mentioned as areas of interest. The takeaway is a nuanced look at how the White House is navigating this new political landscape and what could be on the agenda in the coming weeks.

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(New York, NY) -- New York City's iconic controversial horse-drawn carriage industry is being phased out. Mayor Zohran Mamdani heard from both sides during a lengthy public hearing today ahead of what's expected to be a bill signing that would end the horse carriage industry by June of 2028. Animal rights activists have long pushed for a ban, pointing to animal cruelty and horse-related accidents. The bill does require the city to establish employment opportunity programs for carriage drivers.

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(Cincinnati, OH) -- A taxi driver is behind bars, accused of shooting a passenger in Cincinnati's downtown area. Police say a man taking a private cab to Northern Kentucky last night was shot by the driver in a dispute over the fare. The incident happened near East Pete Rose Way. The victim's injuries are described as life-threatening.

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The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office confirms the suspect and at least one victim are dead after an incident at Citibank Center near Tampa, Florida. Authorities were on scene for what's being called an active threat situation this afternoon. Hundreds of workers were being escorted out of offices at the complex. Officials say it appears to be a "targeted" incident. Posting on X, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office writes: "Update: Active Threat - 1:34 p.m. HCSO can confirm the suspect involved in the Citibank Active Threat scene is deceased. There is also one confirmed deceased victim. We are currently clearing the building and will provide updates as they are available."

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A small helicopter carrying three people crashed into Biscayne Bay near Miami, Florida this morning. At least 1 person has died and 2 others reported injuries. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation.

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The midterm elections have brought significant challenges for the Republican Party, with Democrats gaining control of both the House and Senate. Scott Jennings emphasizes the need for Republicans to reflect on the voters' message, which centers on economic affordability and the tangible impacts of policy decisions. Despite notable achievements such as economic growth, reduced violent crime, and border security, voters are concerned about the rising cost of living and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Jennings highlights strategic missteps, such as the handling of the Iran blockade, and calls for Republicans to learn from successful leaders like Byron Donalds, Kelly Iott, and Sarah Huckabee Sanders. As the party looks ahead, it must address critical questions about its future direction and policy changes to regain trust from independent voters.

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In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted issue of accountability and the repercussions of the blame game. The discussion touches on various sectors, including the executive branch, Congress, the Republican Party, the media, and social media. It highlights the failures in messaging, particularly concerning the Iran war and data centers, and their impact on the recent elections. The conversation also explores the interconnectedness of affordability and the war, emphasizing the need for effective communication strategies and the consequences of neglecting public concerns.

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(Columbus, OH) -- Ohio voters are saying yes to a constitutional voter ID requirement. Issue Three passed yesterday, with roughly 65-percent of Ohioans casting their ballots in favor of the proposal. It makes the state's current photo ID requirement for voting a part of Ohio's constitution.

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Democrats have won control of the U.S. House and Senate. Democrats will gain full control of Congress in January, after sweeping last night's midterm elections. Seven Senate seats were flipped by Democrats on Tuesday, including victories by Josh Turek in Iowa, Adam Hamilton in Kansas, Troy Jackson in Maine, Roy Cooper in North Carolina, Sherrod Brown in Ohio, Annie Andrews in South Carolina and James Talarico in Texas. Democrats will also hold a majority in the House - WITH Democrats holding 255 seats and Republicans holding 180.

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WASHINGTON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - US Vice President JD Vance distanced himself from President Donald Trump's war on Iran on Wednesday, questioning its worth and blaming it entirely for a stinging electoral rebuke by voters that delivered control of Congress to Democrats. Vance's extraordinary remarks in a post on X could further complicate Trump's deliberations as he weighs whether to restart major combat operations against Iran, a step US officials have told Reuters is still under consideration. They also raise questions about the political fortunes of senior Pentagon officials, most notably Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Hegseth is already deeply unpopular in Congress, where some lawmakers are expected to seek his impeachment. "The reason we lost is the war," Vance said on X. "If you'd like to argue it was worth it, that losing the Senate for the next 6 years was worth it, then do so." Vance also said an earlier recommendation to end the war was "sound advice." Democrats secured control of both the Senate and House of Representatives on Tuesday, scoring sweeping victories in Republican strongholds for the first time in generations. Voters in conservative ?bastions who had propelled the president to his second term in office just two years ago swung dramatically toward Democrats, fueled by deep frustration over the war with Iran, anxiety over the high cost of living and anger at ?Trump's stewardship of the country. Vance sought to play down any difference of opinion with Trump, saying the president had also acknowledged that the Iran war cost Republicans the midterm elections on Tuesday. But Trump's comments were far more measured, saying the Iran war was only one of multiple reasons. "I ?did the right thing," Trump told the Wall Street Journal. "I would have done it again."

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(Washington, DC) -- Speaker Mike Johnson will not run for House Minority leader. That's according to multiple reports. Current majority leader Steve Scalise as well as Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan will reportedly launch bids for the minority leader position. This all comes after the Republican party suffered major losses in the midterm elections, resulting in the Democrats taking control of Congress. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is now in line to become the first Black Speaker of the House.

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In this episode, Greg Laurie takes on a question nearly 40% of Americans are quietly asking: are we living in the end times? Rather than offering doom or denial, Greg opens Luke 21 to show why Jesus told his followers to look up, not freak out. You'll get a clear framework for the sequence of end-times events—rapture, Antichrist, tribulation, Armageddon, millennium—and why understanding Bible prophecy actually produces hope, comfort in grief, and motivation to live well now. Greg also addresses Israel's role, the danger of replacement theology, and the two subtle traps Jesus warned about: numbing out through excess and burning out through worry. The practical takeaway is simple: watch and pray, share your faith, and live every day ready—because 25% of the Bible points to what's coming next.

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