Jennifer Balcarras and her daughter, Selah Reed, were found dead near a Bella Coola trail after failing to return from a walk. Conservation officers are investigating whether a grizzly bear was involved.
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Democrats’ projected control of both chambers sets up a push to restore expired ACA subsidies, challenge Medicaid cuts and investigate federal health policy. Major legislation would still need President Trump’s signature.
Scott Colom leads Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by 65 votes in Mississippi, with thousands of ballots still uncounted. Mail and affidavit ballot deadlines fall on Nov. 10, and the state has no automatic recount.
Abortion protections won in Nevada and Virginia and survived a repeal effort in Missouri, while Idaho rejected an abortion-rights measure. Voters also approved election rules and weighed in on taxes, redistricting and transgender rights.
Ukraine says 40 people were killed in bomb strikes on an aid site and shelter in Zaporizhzhia, with more than 30 feared trapped. Police released body-camera video showing residents entering the shelter before another blast.
Democrat Randy Villegas defeated six-term Republican Rep. David Valadao in a closely watched Central Valley race. His campaign emphasized healthcare, rising costs and opposition to immigration raids.
William Lawrence defeated first-term Republican Rep. Tom Barrett in Michigan’s competitive 7th Congressional District. Data centers, the cost of living and the candidates’ approaches to AI shaped the race.
Democrats have won both chambers of Congress as Netanyahu’s coalition falls short of a majority in Israel. The results have renewed scrutiny of the Iran war, US military aid and the leaders’ political alliance.