RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger has won Virginia’s election for governor. Her win gives Democrats a boost heading into the 2026 midterm elections and compels Republicans to consider how President Donald Trump and his allies might fare in battleground states and districts. Spanberger defeated Marine veteran and Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome…… MORE
California Voters Approve New US House Map to Boost Democrats in 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California voters have approved a plan to overhaul the state’s congressional district boundaries, giving Democrats a boost in their bid to win the U.S. House majority next year. The approval of Proposition 50 could allow Democrats to gain up to five additional seats in the 2026 midterms, when they hope to…… MORE
Cowboys Make Major Move for Beleaguered Defense in Trade for Jets’ Quinnen Williams
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys have traded for star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams of the Jets in a major move to try to improve one of the NFL’s worst defenses. The deal for Williams on trade deadline day came after the lower-profile addition of linebacker Logan Wilson from Cincinnati. The Cowboys are giving…… MORE
American Airlines Announces Cuts to Management at Its Texas Headquarters
American Airlines has announced plans to cut a small number of management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas. The company said Tuesday that the layoffs are part of an effort to adjust its workforce to match current needs. American did not say the exact number of jobs affected. A spokesperson…… MORE
At Least 3 Dead, 11 Injured in UPS Plane Crash in Kentucky and Governor Says Numbers Likely to Grow
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — At least people are 3 dead and 11 injured after UPS plane crashed in Kentucky. The governor says Tuesday those numbers are likely to grow. The Federal Aviation Administration said the plane crashed about 5:15 p.m. as it was departing for Honolulu from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport. Video showed flames…… MORE