25,000 bags of kale chips recalled over risk of thallium contamination
A recall has been issued for kale chips sold in 2025 because they may contain elevated levels of thallium, a toxic metal found in nature.
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For the first time, a member of Congress will have been born in the 21st century
Michael Alfonso, the 26-year-old Republican son-in-law of Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, will become the youngest member of Congress.
'Mistletoe Murders' stars preview Season 3 of Hallmark holiday mystery series
Sarah Drew and Peter Mooney share what fans need to know ahead of the third season of "Mistletoe Murders," which premieres Thursday, Nov. 5, on Hallmark Channel.
CVS Health to split into two publicly traded companies
CVS Health will be splitting into two companies, retaining insurance and pharmacy benefits under CVS Health and rebranding retail pharmacy as CVS Pharmacy.
House Speaker Johnson won't seek reelection as Democrats usher in new era with sweep of the House and the Senate
House Speaker Mike Johnson will not seek reelection as House Republican leader following the Democrats' win, according to an AP source.
Investigation into the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9 could take over a year
Investigators will likely require months to put together a report detailing what went wrong with a Learjet plane that violently crashed in Florida, killing nine.
How many governor seats flipped in the midterm elections?
Here are the governor seats that switched parties after the votes in Tuesday's midterm elections.
When will Mississippi's US Senate race be called? Here are the latest numbers
Check this interactive, county-by-county map to see the latest in the race between Democrat Scott Colom and Republican Cindy Hyde‑Smith.
Iranian officials say midterm results show US voters have rejected President Trump's war
Iranian officials celebrated the rejection of the Republican Party and President Donald Trump by voters in the U.S. midterm elections.
DC Mayor-elect Janeese Lewis George announces transition team
Lewis George, a democratic socialist, will replace long-time mayor Muriel Bowser.
How to watch this weekend’s NFL games | Week 9
Welcome to Week 9 of the NFL season! Here are this week's matchups, what time each kicks off and how to watch them.
Democrat Aaron Ford wins in Nevada, becoming first Black man elected governor west of the Mississippi
With his victory over Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo, Democrat Aaron Ford became the first Black person elected to governor west of the Mississippi.
'This is what the other side looks like' | Bowser speaks following election of new mayor
Mayor Muriel Bowser promised to "run through the tape" and support a seamless transition.
How many House seats did Democrats win in the 2026 election?
The House flipped out of Republican control in the 2026 election with an overwhelming sweep by Democrats.
Election 2026: These races are still too close to call
Only two U.S. Senate races had yet to be called by 7 a.m. Eastern on Wednesday, as well as results for several other U.S. House and state governor races.
Flames from vehicle fire spread to Gaithersburg home, 8 displaced
All those inside the home were able to get out safely, but a Gaithersburg family is without a home Wednesday morning.
Google will cut off search access for students at schools that reject AI
Students using Google software in schools won't be allowed to access the company's search engine unless their school system also opts in to using AI.
Man found shot dead in Rockville roadway
Homicide detectives are investigating to learn exactly why a man was shot dead early Wednesday in Rockville Town Center.
2026 Elections | Democrats topple GOP control with stunning upsets across the country
Democrats will control both chambers of Congress after sweeping the midterm elections, in a stunning referendum on President Donald Trump's Republican party.
How many US Senate seats flipped in the midterm elections?
Here are the seats that switched parties after the votes in Tuesday's midterm elections.
In state ballot measures, voters back abortion rights and reject President Trump's redistricting efforts
Voters decided on 145 ballot questions in more than three dozen states during the midterm elections Tuesday.
MAP: Montgomery County Executive race
There's new leadership in Montgomery County for the first time since 2018.
Democrats have won the Senate and House in the midterms. Here's what that means.
Democrats took control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections. Here's what that means when the new Congress convenes on Jan. 3.
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race, will become first Muslim senator
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won election Wednesday to the U.S. Senate representing Michigan, defeating Republican Mike Rogers.
Troy Jackson wins the Maine US Senate race over GOP Sen. Susan Collins in a key Democratic victory
Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins conceded to Democrat Troy Jackson early Wednesday, ending her race for a sixth term.
President Trump reacts after Democrats win big in midterms
President Donald Trump took to Fox News late Tuesday to congratulate the Democrats and say he would accept the results.
Will Jawando wins race for Montgomery County Executive, AP projects
The win comes after a health scare in September. Jawando suffered a heart attack on Sept. 5 while playing a pickup basketball game.
Did anyone win the Mega Millions $482M jackpot? Winning numbers for Tuesday, Nov. 3
Here are the winning numbers for Tuesday's $482 million Mega Millions jackpot.
Midterm election brings wave of historic firsts for some states and the US
The 2026 midterms shaped up to be a wave of historic leadership firsts across the country.
Aisha Braveboy wins reelection as Prince George's Co. executive, AP projects
Braveboy defeated write-in candidate Tonya Sweat, who didn't meet the BOE's required signatures to make the ballot.
Democrat Josh Turek wins election to US Senate from Iowa
Democrat Josh Turek won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing Iowa, defeating Republican Ashley Hinson.
Pastor Adam Hamilton ousts GOP incumbent Roger Marshall, Democrats' 1st Senate win in Kansas in 94 years
Democrat Adam Hamilton won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing Kansas, defeating Republican incumbent Roger Marshall.
Democrat Gina Hinojosa wins election for governor in Texas
Democrat Gina Hinojosa won election Tuesday as governor of Texas, defeating Republican incumbent Greg Abbott in an upset victory for Democrats.
Sherrod Brown flips Senate seat in Ohio for Democrats by ousting Sen. Jon Husted
Former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown defeated Republican incumbent Jon Husted in Ohio on Tuesday, flipping the seat for the Democrats.
A look at the balance of power as midterm election results roll in
Republicans have held the House, Senate and White House for two years now. Is that going to change?
Democrat James Talarico flips a US Senate seat in Texas
Democrat James Talarico won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing Texas, defeating Republican Ken Paxton.
Democrat Amy Acton defeats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio governor’s race
Democrat Amy Acton won election Tuesday for governor of Ohio, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.
Au revoir foie gras: DC votes to ban force-feeding ducks
D.C. voters have banned force-feeding birds and the sale of foie gras and other fattened-bird-liver products. Here’s a breakdown of Initiative 86.
Democrat Annie Andrews wins election to US Senate from South Carolina
Democrat Annie Andrews defeated Republican incumbent Darline Graham for the U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina.
Map: How DC voted in the race for Delegate
Voters are deciding who the new Delegate to Congress will be for D.C. after having had the same delegate since 1991.
MAP: How DC voted in the mayoral race
D.C. voters used Ranked Choice Voting to choose the first new mayor since 2015.
Robert White becomes first new DC Delegate since 1991, AP projects
White is replacing Eleanor Holmes Norton, 89, who has held the seat since 1991.
Janeese Lewis George is the next mayor of DC, AP projects
Lewis George, a democratic socialist, will replace long-time mayor Muriel Bowser.
MAP: How Maryland voted in 5th District race to replace Steny Hoyer
Hoyer announced his retirement after 45 years in Congress.
Virginia votes to restore voting rights for felons, AP projects
Starting Jan. 1, people with felony convictions will no longer need the governor’s approval to regain voting rights after release.
Maryland voters approve redistricting ballot question, AP projects
The "yes" vote could potentially reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2028 elections.
Adrian Boafo wins race for Maryland's 5th District
Boafo grew up in Bowie and attended DeMatha High School before going on to the University of Baltimore.
Virginia votes to protect same-sex marriage, AP projects
According to a Virginia Tech political science professor, amending Virginia's Constitution is more difficult than in many other states.
MAP: How Maryland voted on ballot questions
Here's a closer look at statewide ballot questions in Maryland.
MAP: How Virginia voted for proposed constitutional amendments
Three proposed constitutional amendments could reshape protections for reproductive rights, same-sex marriage and voting rights for people convicted of felonies.
Virginia voters approve reproductive freedom amendment, protecting abortion rights
Question 1 adds reproductive health protections to Virginia's constitution, including abortion, birth control and fertility care. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2027.
2026 Alaska US Senate election results: Dan Sullivan vs. Mary Peltola
Track the results of the Alaska U.S. Senate race between Republican Dan Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola using the county-by-county map.
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms makes history by winning Georgia governor's race
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms has made history as the first Black woman to be elected governor of Georgia, defeating Republican businessman Rick Jackson.
Sources: DC Democrats name Robert White's interim successor to DC Council
A special election will be held in 2027 to determine who will fill the remainder of White's term.
Florida US Senate live election night results: Who won between Ashley Moody and Angie Nixon?
Track the results of the Florida U.S. Senate race in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
Republican Ashley Moody wins reelection to US Senate from Florida
Republican Ashley Moody won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing Florida, defeating Democrat Angie Nixon.
Florida US Senate live election night results: Who won between Ashley Moody and Angie Dixon?
Track the results of the Florida U.S. Senate race in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
Democrat Roy Cooper wins election to US Senate from North Carolina, flips Republican seat
Democrat Roy Cooper won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing North Carolina, defeating Republican Michael Whatley, the Associated Press called.
Chris Pappas defeats John E. Sununu to keep New Hampshire US Senate seat in Democratic hands
Democrat Chris Pappas won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing New Hampshire, defeating Republican John Sununu.
Democrat Jon Ossoff wins reelection to US Senate from Georgia
Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff has won reelection from Georgia. Holding his seat was critical to his party's hopes of flipping control of the Senate.
MAP: How Marylanders voted for governor
Wes Moore's campaign focused on protecting Marylanders from President Donald Trump, while Dan Cox focused on affordability.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore wins second term, AP projects
The governor beat out Republican Dan Cox again to keep his role, in a repeat of the 2022 election.
Iowa US Senate race election results: Who won between Ashley Hinson and Josh Turek?
Track the results of the Iowa U.S. Senate race between Rep. Ashley Hinson and Josh Turek in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
Miami, Georgia, Utah and Indiana are the top 4 teams in the initial College Football Playoff rankings
The College Football Playoff rankings have been revealed, with an undefeated Miami Hurricanes topping the list. Here's which teams made the bracket.
Live 2026 election night results: House and Senate maps by state and district
Follow live 2026 U.S. House and Senate election results with our interactive map, updated as votes are counted in 435 House races and 35 Senate races nationwide.
2026 Texas Governor race election results: Who won between Greg Abbott and Gina Hinojosa?
Gov. Greg Abbott has conceded to Democrat Gina Hinojosa in the race for Texas governor. Track the results using this interactive map.
Live election night results: Who won the Texas Senate race 2026 between Ken Paxton and James Talarico?
Who won the Senate race in Texas? See a breakdown of votes and live results as Ken Paxton faced James Talarico.
2026 Kansas US Senate live election night results | Roger Marshall vs. Adam Hamilton
In a pivotal race for U.S. Senate control, Sen. Roger Marshall, endorsed by President Trump, faces Adam Hamilton, a pastor and "independent-minded Democrat."
MAP: How Virginia voted in the race for Senator
Incumbent Mark Warner defeated Republican challenger Bert Mizusawa to retain his U.S. Senate seat.
Michigan Senate live election results: Who won between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed?
Track the results of the Michigan U.S. Senate race between Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
Sen. Mark Warner wins reelection in Virginia, AP projects
Warner will serve a fourth term in the U.S. Senate, but he has said it will be his last.
Virginia projected midterm election winners | Live Updates
Keep up with Virginia election winners here.
Maryland projected midterm election winners | Live Updates
Keep up with Maryland election winners here.
DC projected midterm election winners | Live Updates
Keep up with D.C. election winners here.
Live 2026 Senate election results: state-by-state map
Follow live 2026 U.S. Senate election results with our interactive map, updated as votes are counted in 35 races across the country.
South Carolina US Senate race live election results | Who won between Darline Graham and Annie Andrews?
Track the results of the South Carolina U.S. Senate race between Darline Graham and Annie Andrews in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
Live 2026 governor election results: map by state
Follow live 2026 governor election results with our interactive map, updated as votes are counted in 36 races nationwide.
2026 North Carolina US Senate election night results | Who won between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley?
Track the results of the North Carolina U.S. Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
Three charged after deadly dispute-related shooting in Landover
A 20-year-old man was killed and another wounded after a dispute escalated into gunfire, according to Prince George's County police.
2026 House midterms election results: Live map with all 435 districts
Follow live 2026 U.S. House election results with our interactive map, updated as votes are counted in all 435 congressional districts.
2026 Maine Senate race election results: Who won between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson?
Track the results for the key U.S. Senate race in Maine in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
2026 New Hampshire US Senate election results | Who won between Chris Pappas and John E. Sununu?
Track the results of the New Hampshire U.S. Senate race between Rep. Chris Pappas and Republican John E. Sununu in real-time using this interactive map.
2026 Georgia governor race election results: Who won between Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms?
Track the results in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
2026 Georgia US Senate election results: Who won between Jon Ossoff and Mike Collins?
Track the results in real-time using this interactive, county-by-county map.
Ohio governor's race live election results: Who won between Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy?
Track the results of the Ohio governor's race between Democrat Dr. Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in real-time using the interactive, county-by-county map.
Maine Shaker Sister June Carpenter, one of the last in the U.S., dies at 88
Sister June Carpenter's death at 88 marks a loss for the last active Shaker community in the U.S.
Live results: Ohio US Senate special election | Sherrod Brown vs. Jon Husted
Track the results of the Ohio U.S. Senate race between Democratic former Sen. Sherrod Brown and Republican Sen. Jon Husted using the county-by-county map.
Bethesda Game Studios unveils 'Sentinel' as title for 'The Elder Scrolls VI' in 40th anniversary video
Bethesda reveals "The Elder Scrolls VI" will be titled "Sentinel," marking a new chapter in the video game series.
Parents of Arlington child found
Police are trying to reunite a child found alone on Arlington Boulevard with her family.
Councilmember Christina Henderson becomes a Democrat, muddling Robert White replacement plans
Only three of the five at-large seats on the D.C. Council can be held by members of the same political party. With Henderson's party switch, she becomes the third.
24-year-old woman running New York City Marathon for charity dies after collapsing nearly 2 miles from the finish
A Pennsylvania woman running the New York City Marathon for the first time to raise money for charity collapsed, nearly 2 miles from the finish line, and later died.
Police identify man stabbed to death in Wheaton
Christopher Schuler, 42, of Silver Spring, was stabbed to death early Monday morning.
Justice Department sends 1,000 election monitors across 50 states
The Justice Department is sending 1,000 election monitors to all 50 states in a move it calls the "largest monitoring effort in history."
Virginia early voting significantly outpaces 2022 midterm turnout
As Virginia prepares to vote, Democrats hope to leverage last year's successes amid record early voting.
Plane parts found as far as 3.8 miles from crash site in South Florida, NTSB official says
Investigators found part of the tail of the jet that crashed in South Florida more than a mile from the crater caused when the aircraft made impact.
Federal poll monitors sent to Prince George’s, Prince William, Fairfax counties
The DOJ is deploying its largest election monitoring effort, targeting 1,000 monitors nationwide.
Daily Dose: Health insurance scam alerts, a surprise billing standoff and possible changes to pregnant worker protections
From warnings about misleading health insurance ads to a growing dispute over unpaid medical bills, here's your daily dose of health news.
First look at Trump’s East Potomac plan, and what the public gives up
Lawns, picnic areas, the Hains Point waterfront become part of the course. The submission has no cost for the golf project and says environmental review was not done
Minor driver detained after Park Police pursuit in Upper Marlboro
At one point, the driver tried to ram a police cruiser head on.
LIVE UPDATES: Midterm election results as Democrats take control of Congress
Election Day will determine the balance of power in Congress and a host of other issues across the U.S. Here's the latest from across the country.