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Allred runoff win over Julie Johnson opens Democratic rift
Equality PAC leaders criticized Colin Allred for challenging Texas’ only openly lesbian member of Congress after his nearly 8-point primary runoff victory
World Cup hosts set Ebola travel measures before kickoff
The United States, Mexico and Canada said they are aligning travel controls after the WHO declared the Congo outbreak an international public health emergency
Judge declines to block Trump order on voter list and mail ballots
The Washington ruling says challengers acted too soon, but leaves room for renewed lawsuits if the administration moves to implement the election directive
New York passes pied-a-terre tax on $1 million second homes
The new levy on nonprimary residences in New York City is expected to raise $500 million and will be phased in as the city updates how it values luxury properties
Why Deshaun Watson’s Browns reset is back in focus
A new coach, a more familiar passing system and a remade supporting cast are the case for optimism, but injuries and years of limited production keep expectations cautious
Jill Biden says Biden’s 2024 debate left her fearing a stroke
The former first lady told CBS News she was frightened by Joe Biden’s performance, a sharper private reaction than the public encouragement she offered that night and afterward
Trump wealth report sharpens focus on corruption allegations
A CBC Radio discussion points to a reported $3-billion rise in Donald Trump’s net worth and a broader debate over self-enrichment, ethics rules and presidential power
Bob Horner, former Braves slugger and 1978 NL Rookie of the Year, dies at 68
The Atlanta Braves said Horner, a No. 1 overall pick who once hit four home runs in one game, died but did not announce a cause of death
Guatemala Reportedly Agrees to Joint U.S. Strikes on Drug Gangs
The reported deal would fit into a wider Trump administration effort to secure permission for joint operations inside Latin American countries
Kevin Knight defends Darby Allin attack as MJF draws new title threats
On a post-Double or Nothing double episode of “Dynamite” and “Collision,” AEW reset several major programs, including MJF’s third world title reign and the Owen Hart tournament