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Byron Donalds elected Florida's first Black governor in close race

Republican Byron Donalds defeated Democrat David Jolly to become Florida’s first Black governor, pledging to address affordability, insurance premiums, and environmental issues.

Ex-Prince Andrew called to testify in civil case, 1st royal in 156 years to get witness summons

The former Prince Andrew has been called to testify as a witness in a civil fraud trial, marking what is believed to be the first time in more than 150 years that a member of the royal family has received a witness summons, British media reported on Wednesday.

House Speaker Mike Johnson won't seek reelection as Republican leader: AP source

House Speaker Mike Johnson will not seek election as House Republican leader following the Democrats' wins in Congress, sources tell the Associated Press.

Dow jumps by 1,000 points as Democrats take control of Congress

Most of the U.S. stock market is rallying as Wall Street tries to sort the winners from the losers following stunning losses for Trump’s party in the midterm elections.

Gov. DeSantis holds press conference in Tallahassee

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference at the Florida State Capitol on Wednesday, November 4, at 10 a.m.

Steven Giordano elected as Port St. Lucie mayor

Steven Giordano defeated incumbent Shannon Martin in Port St. Lucie's mayoral race, citing the campaign debate as a key factor in his victory.

A 3,200-pound NASA observatory is careening back toward Earth. Here’s what to know

NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is expected to meet a fiery end as it careens back toward Earth. Here's what to know.

Hawk rescued after being found grounded in a driveway. The 'mystery diagnosis' now solved

A hawk found grounded in a Virginia driveway was evaluated by wildlife experts, who said they've recently solved the mystery behind why it was unwilling to fly.

CVS to split into two companies in major breakup of its $117 billion healthcare empire

CVS Health announced Wednesday it is splitting into two companies, marking one of the largest shakeups in the healthcare industry.

Sister June Carpenter, one of the few remaining Shakers, dies in Maine. She was 88

Sister June Carpenter, one of the last members of the only remaining community of the Shaker religious movement, has died.

Collins Dictionary has chosen its 2026 word of the year: How it 'outshines' the others

Collins Dictionary has named "mogging” — a slang word meaning to outshine someone or something — as its word of the year.

'A little bit homeless': Nicolas Cage says a sinkhole swallowed his Malibu home

The Academy Award winner opened up about his current living situation while on a Los Angeles Comic Con panel over Halloween weekend.

How Trump and Republicans lost the 2026 midterm elections, according to The AP Voter Poll

President Trump's failure to deliver on key promises and his endorsement of flawed candidates weakened Republican support, according to findings from The AP Voter Poll.

News To Go: November 4, 2026

WPBF 25 Morning Anchor Steven Graves and First Warning Meteorologist Sandra Shaw have your headlines and weather.

Iranian officials say midterm results show US voters have rejected Trump's war

Iranian officials on Wednesday celebrated U.S. voters’ rebuke of the Republican Party and President Donald Trump in the midterm elections, as the region waited to see how the results could affect the Iran war.

Janeese Lewis George is Washington's next mayor. Now come the challenges, starting with Trump

It’s official — Janeese Lewis George will be the new mayor of Washington, D.C. She practically ran unopposed in Tuesday’s general election after winning the Democratic primary earlier this year.

Democrats gain control of the House and Senate — What happens now?

Democrats gained control of both the House and Senate in a historic midterm election, marking a significant shift in power for the Trump administration.

US cruise ship that suspended global voyage over fuel costs no passengers

A U.S. cruise ship that forced all its passengers to disembark in Cambodia after suspending its operations last week has departed the Southeast Asian nation with only crew aboard, Cambodian officials said Wednesday.

Midterms launch wave of historic firsts for some states — and for the nation

Most of these firsts are Democrats, but the GOP has also broken some new ground.

Israel’s president accepts certified election results, will start consultations for new government

Israeli President Isaac Herzog accepted on Wednesday the certified results from last week’s vote, and said he would begin consultations with party representatives regarding the formation of a new government.

Nevada Democrat Aaron Ford defeats Republican Joe Lombardo to become state’s first Black governor

Nevada’s Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford has won the race for governor, ousting Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo and becoming the state’s first Black governor.

Paul Pelosi prohibited from driving after pleading no contest to hit-and-run charge

Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was prohibited from driving for six months and ordered to complete a work program after pleading no contest Tuesday to a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge.

Drier conditions for South Florida Wednesday

Partly Cloudy skies are expected.

Officials: 2 missing Colorado college students died after 'catastrophic failure' during hike

Officials said two college students who were found dead following a hike in Colorado died after a "catastrophic failure" of their equipment.

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race, will become first Muslim senator

Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter campaign for Michigan’s open Senate seat, giving the Democratic Party’s left wing a breakthrough victory in one of the nation’s most important swing states.

Hakeem Jeffries poised to make history as the first Black speaker of the House

Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is on the cusp of making history as the nation’s first Black speaker of the House, a generational shift in U.S. politics after Democrats trounced Republicans to win majority control of the chamber in the midterm elections.

Maine Sen. Susan Collins concedes to Democrat Troy Jackson

Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins has conceded to Democrat Troy Jackson, ending her race for a sixth term.

Democrats just took back control of Congress. What’s next?

Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, creating opportunities to challenge President Donald Trump’s agenda while facing internal divisions and legislative hurdles.

WPBF 25 News political analysts Ron Klein and Jeff Atwater discuss 2026 election results

Former Congressman Ron Klein and former state CFO and Senate President Jeff Atwater analyzed the 2026 general election results.

White House official: 'Buckle up' after midterm results

After Democrats scored midterm wins, a White House official blamed Republican candidates, saying voters will regret picking Democrats.

Democrats clinch control of US Senate as party notches several major wins

Democrats have secured control of the U.S. Senate after flipping several key battleground seats.

Pastor Adam Hamilton ousts GOP Sen. Roger Marshall, Democrats' 1st Senate win in Kansas in 94 years

Democrat Adam Hamilton's victory was historic, snapping a 94-year losing streak for Kansas Democrats in Senate races — the nation's longest.

James Talarico notches historic U.S. Senate win, a first for Texas since 1988

James Talarico has won the U.S. Senate election in Texas, the Associated Press projects, securing Democrats their first Senate win in the Lone Star State since 1988.

Palm Beach County Mayor Sara Baxter loses District 6 reelection bid to Katherine Waldron

Sherrod Brown flips Senate seat in Ohio for Democrats by ousting Sen. Jon Husted

Former Sen. Sherrod Brown defeated Republican Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio on Tuesday, flipping a seat that was crucial to Democrats' strategy to retake the chamber.

Amy Acton wins historic Ohio governor’s race following campaign shaken by controversial ad

Democrat Amy Acton has won the Ohio gubernatorial election, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.

Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeats incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott in Texas race

Democrat Gina Hinojosa has won Texas' gubernatorial election, defeating longtime incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott.

Democrats poised to control US House after winning key battleground races

The Democratic Party is poised to control the U.S. House of Representatives after winning key battleground races

Annie Andrews defeats Sen. Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, in South Carolina Senate race

Democrat Annie Andrews has won the U.S. Senate election in South Carolina, defeating Sen. Darline Graham in a major upset.

Learjet crash debris crashes through woman's roof as NTSB finds tail pieces nearly 4 miles away

Exclusive pictures show suspected aircraft wreckage inside a West Palm Beach woman's kitchen as investigators confirm critical pieces of the jet broke off before the crash that killed nine people

Democrat Roy Cooper wins North Carolina Senate seat, flipping a key GOP-held seat

Former Gov. Roy Cooper’s win against Republican Michael Whatley gives Democrats a key victory as they try to gain at least four seats now held by Republicans.

Palm Beach County voters Renew '1 Mill for Schools'

Keisha Lance Bottoms makes history as the first Black woman elected governor in the US

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms was elected governor of Georgia on Tuesday, making history as the first Black woman to be elected governor in the United States

North Korea launches unidentified projectile toward the sea

North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the sea on Wednesday, South Korea's military said.

Tracking competitive 2026 midterm election races

The Get the Facts Data Team is tracking the results for competitive Senate, House of Representatives and gubernatorial races.

Chris Pappas to become first openly gay male US senator with win in New Hampshire

Democrat Chris Pappas has won the U.S. Senate election in New Hampshire, becoming the first openly gay male senator.

Boca Raton resident was co-pilot of jet that crashed near Greenacres

Family confirms victim as Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras, who graduated from West Boca Community High School.

Texas tech entrepreneur, 3 family members, nanny, 2 friends die in Learjet crash

The chartered jet left from Austin and was bound for the Bahamas before crashing near Greenacres.

24-year-old runner Rachel Apa dies after collapsing during New York City Marathon

A young woman running the NYC Marathon for the first time to raise money for charity collapsed, just over two miles from the finish line, and later died.

Midterm election 2026: Tracking the results of redistricting efforts

More than 34 million people were assigned new congressional districts before the 2026 midterms, as redistricting battles reshape the House map.

Roommate of 4 students killed in Idaho says harassment forced her to move repeatedly

A roommate of the slain University of Idaho students wants her face blurred in an upcoming release of investigative video recordings, court documents say.

John I. Leonard High to reopen 3 days after plane crash near school

The school is near Military Trail, where there is a crater.

County-by-county closures due to severe weather across South Florida

Severe weather is forcing school, park and transit closures across South Florida, with Brightline service also suspended between Orlando and West Palm Beach.

Flooding forces polling place relocations across South Florida counties ahead of voting

Flooding has caused the relocation of polling places in St. Lucie, Palm Beach, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties, with voters directed to new locations.

Trump says he'll be 'Mr. Veto' if Democrats win both chambers

Control of Congress is on the line in the midterms, and it could shape the final two years of Trump's term.

DOJ has sent target letters in Alaska Senate criminal probe. Here's what that means

The Department of Justice has sent target letters in the Alaska Senate criminal probe. Here's a breakdown of what that means​

Tony Butala, co-founder of The Lettermen group known for 'The Way You Look Tonight,' dies at 87

Tony Butala, co-founder of the Grammy-nominated trio The Lettermen, whose lush vocal harmonies helped make the group one of the most popular vocal acts of the ’60s, died Sunday.

Brightline suspends service between West Palm Beach and Orlando

Federal judge temporarily blocks President Trump's plan to deport detained Afghans to Afghanistan

A federal judge in New York has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plans to deport Afghans detained in the U.S. to Afghanistan or Pakistan.

Riviera Beach emergency response restricted in flooded areas after 6 p.m.

Riviera Beach officials announced emergency response teams will only respond to medical or life-threatening emergencies in flooded neighborhoods after 6 p.m. today, as the city deals with significant flooding.

Country singer Nicole Taylor dead at 35 following breast cancer battle

Nicole Taylor, a member of the country music trio Taylor Red, has died following a battle with breast cancer.

Mom accused of Great Wolf Lodge resort murders appears in court

Metallica Harrison, who faces two homicide charges after her husband and 3-year-old son were found stabbed at Great Wolf Lodge in the Pocono Mountains, appeared in a Pennsylvania court on Tuesday.

Spain's transport minister steps down six days after deadly high-speed train crash

Spain’s transport minister announced Tuesday that he is stepping down, six days after a high-speed train collision killed more than 65 people.

What's at stake for Congress this midterm?

The balance of power in either chamber could be decided by a handful of votes.

SCOTUS prepared to rule publicly funded religious schools can reject children of same-sex couples

A majority of the Supreme Court signaled on Tuesday that it would allow Catholic preschools receiving taxpayer money to deny enrollment to children of same-sex couples.

Authorities release 911 call from the man who killed a shooter inside an Oregon school last month

A 911 call from the man who fatally shot a 16-year-old shooter who killed a teacher and three students at an Oregon elementary school was released Tuesday.

FBI charges man with mailing hundreds of letters containing powder to officials ahead of election

FBI charges Oklahoma man accused of sending hundreds of election threat letters

'Very important' evidence found miles from Learjet crash site in Florida, investigator says

National Transportation Safety Board member Tom Chapman said most of the left elevator — part of the tail that controls the plane's pitch — was found in three pieces between 1.3 miles and 3.8 miles from Greenacres, near West Palm Beach, Fla.

Scientists say decades-old theory on the origin of life might be wrong

The popular theory that comets were crucial in kick-starting life on Earth billions of years ago may not hold up, according to new computer simulations that counter decades of scientific thinking.

Little-known Medicare program could help about 63 million caregivers

A Medicare benefit that began in 2024 helps cover training family caregivers on medical needs and practical skills. But many aren't aware of it.

Tragedy in Palm Beach County: 20-year-old pilot among nine killed in Learjet crash in Greenacres

A Learjet 60 crashed near Lake Worth Beach and Greenacres, killing all nine aboard and prompting an investigation by federal authorities.

Spanish police investigating after soccer player dies following on-field collision

Spanish police have opened an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter after a soccer player died following an on-field collision with the opposing team's goalkeeper.

Some heavy rainfall, more flooding possible

Heavy rain could bring more flooding to parts of South Florida, with scattered showers and thunderstorms possible through the evening.

Authorities capture escaped Tennessee inmate near Kansas City, Missouri, after weeklong manhunt

A man who escaped from a Tennessee prison over a week ago has been caught just outside of the Kansas City metro.

Greenland approves security deal with Denmark and US following months of pressure

Greenland approved a security deal with Denmark and the U.S. after months of Trump pressure over the Arctic island.

Low-pressure system south of Bermuda may develop subtropical characteristics

A low-pressure system forming south of Bermuda has a 40% chance of subtropical development over the next seven days, according to the National Weather Service.

Millions of dollars from the worst US gas leak are now available to help residents electrify homes

The worst methane leak in U.S. history sickened thousands. Now, settlement money is helping affected homeowners electrify their houses.

Trooper relieved of duty after being found sleeping inside woman's apartment on Halloween

A trooper was arrested after a woman told officers that she found him in her bed early Sunday morning in Boston, according to a police report.

Palm Tran offers free rides to polling locations on Election Day

Palm Tran is providing free transportation to polling locations on Election Day through its fixed route, Palm Tran Connection, and Go Glades services.

Election Day in Florida: Which party will gain control of Congress?

Florida voters are deciding key races, including governor and U.S. Senate, while weighing in on three constitutional amendments that could impact taxes and emergency funds.

Flooding shelters open across Palm Beach, Indian River, and St. Lucie counties

Temporary shelters have been established in Palm Beach, Indian River, and St. Lucie counties to assist residents affected by flooding

Flooding prompts polling location change in Mangonia Park

Flooding in Mangonia Park led to a sudden change in a polling location, frustrating voters trying to cast their ballots.

Road closures: County-by-county impacts amid historic flooding

Unprecedented flooding is impacting roads in the Palm Beaches, Okeechobee County and the Treasure Coast.

Helicopters collide below Mount Everest base camp, killing 1 person and injuring 2

Two helicopters collided Tuesday while trying to land just below Mount Everest's base camp, killing at least one person and injuring two others, officials said.

Heavy rain could worsen flooding in saturated South Florida as storms linger

Scattered showers and storms are expected in South Florida today, with heavy rainfall potentially worsening flooding in areas already saturated from recent storms.

Voting continues in suburban county outside New York City, despite machine issue

New York’s suburban Westchester County reported issues Tuesday morning with voting machines that aren’t accepting paper ballots.

Trump says US will halt $4B in aid to Israel as country shifts to buying military hardware instead

President Trump says the U.S. will stop providing $4 billion in aid each year to Israel in 2027.

Longtime TV producer who worked on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' dies at 52

An executive producer behind the scenes of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" has died at the age of 52, according to a GoFundMe page created by his family.

Trump’s agenda meets the ballot box as states vote on abortion, redistricting and voter ID mandates

Voters are deciding key ballot measures on abortion rights, congressional redistricting and voter ID laws. Here's what to know.

News To Go: November 3, 2026

WPBF 25 Morning Anchor Steven Graves and First Warning Meteorologist Sandra Shaw have your headlines and weather.

It's Election Day: Here's what you need to know before polls close

The polls have opened as voters decide who will control the 120th Congress. All 435 House seats are up for grabs, and 35 out of the 100 Senate seats are open.

Indian navy rescues 20 crew from Iranian fishing boat hijacked off Somalia

Indian naval forces freed an Iranian fishing boat and its crew of 20 hijacked off Somalia after an operation lasting more than 48 hours, India’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday.

'We are deeply saddened': New York reports first measles death in more than 30 years

New York officials have confirmed its first known measles-related death, the first in more than 30 years.

Death toll hits 31 after Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site, with dozens still missing

The death toll from a Russian attack in southern Ukraine on a site where people had gathered to receive humanitarian aid rose to 31 on Tuesday, with dozens of people still missing, as a wave of overnight strikes targeted power plants across the country, damaged hospitals and wounded scores of people.

2026 election results: The 36 governor's races across the U.S.

Thirty-six states have gubernatorial contests on the ballot this year. Here are the full election results for the Nov. 3, 2026 midterm.

U.S. House election results 2026: Democrats poised to take control

Which party will control the U.S. House? Here are full election results from all 435 congressional districts.

US Senate election results 2026: Democrats clinch control of upper chamber

Control of the U.S. Senate was up for grabs. Here are the full election results for the Nov. 3, 2026, midterm.

2026 midterm election results: All U.S. Senate, House and governor races

Who will control the U.S. House and Senate? Here are the full results for the Nov. 3, 2026, midterm election.

Byron Donalds wins Florida governor race, becoming the state’s first Black governor

Byron Donalds defeated David Jolly in one of Florida’s highest-profile races, winning the governorship and making history.

LIVE RESULTS: 2026 Florida midterm election

See the latest 2026 Florida election results for statewide races, local offices and constitutional amendments.