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Drivers in Texas turn to alternative car repairs as costs rise

With gas prices climbing and new cars costing more than $50,000 on average, many drivers are looking to keep their older vehicles on the road longer. But mom-and-pop garages are becoming harder to find, and dealership repairs can be expensive. Mark Strassman reports on an alternative.

Federal prosecutors announce investigation into Alaska Senate race

Federal prosecutors announced that they are pursuing a criminal probe into the Alaska Senate race, where Democrats are facing allegations of election fraud. Democratic Alaskan Senate candidate Mary Peltola says she knew nothing about efforts to get another Dan Sullivan on the ballot to rival the incumbent, also named…

WATCH: How to keep pets safe on Halloween

Experts say some candy can contain ingredients that owners may not know are dangerous. Dr. Gary Richter, veterinarian and founder of "Ultimate Pet Nutrition," shares more pet safety tips.

The final countdown: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.

US midterms: Pope Leo XIV casts vote by mail

As a US citizen, Pope Leo XIV is eligible to vote in US elections and has made use of that right with a postal ballot ahead of Tuesday's midterms. The pontiff, a Chicago native, did not reveal who he voted for.