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US attorney tasked with leading probe into Trump's foes resigns from DOJ Jason Reding Quinones, the U.S. attorney tasked with leading a sweeping and controversial conspiracy probe targeting President Trump’s foes, has resigned from the DOJ. 
Trump moves to make Oval Office a national monument to prevent future major changes Trump indicated the proclamation would have to be ratified by Congress.
Election 2026 live results: Raman promises smooth transition of power to LA mayor Raman is poised to become the 44th mayor of the nation’s second-largest city.
Jobs report shows hiring accelerated in October The jobs report is the first major economic data release since the midterms.
Bus carrying schoolchildren crashes in eastern France, killing 2 and injuring 16 A bus veered off a road in eastern France, struck trees and landed in a ditch, killing a 7-year-old girl and an 18-year-old boy
Leader of Kenyan doomsday cult sentenced to 200 years in prison The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult linked to the deaths of hundreds of people has been sentenced to 200 years in prison for the murders of 191 people
WATCH: Multiple water rescues amid flood emergencies in the South A flood emergency is underway across multiple states in the South – triggering dozens of water rescues in Florida, Georgia and Tennessee in the middle of the night.
WATCH: These identical twin sisters speak at the same time Danny New talks to identical twin sisters in Australia who are turning heads for their unique speech patterns.
Judge blocks Trump arch hours after federal panel approval Ahead of the vote to grant final approval, the Vietnam vet leading a lawsuit to stop the project called it "frankly blasphemous."
Left-leaning Washington, Colorado join conservative states in banning trans athletes Voters in Washington and Colorado have approved measures to ban transgender athletes from participating in school sports
4 Colorado officers shot, 1 fatally, after gunfight with suspect: Police The suspect was also killed in the gunfire, a police official said.
Data centers took a beating in the midterm elections Opposition to data centers was part of midterm races across the U.S., with campaigns featuring them in hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of TV ads and many winners pledging to clamp down on the energy-hungry behemoths
Dolly Parton's estate moves to dismiss lawsuit against nephew The filing comes after Parton's nephew denied allegations of threats and intimidation.
WATCH: Authorities reveal motive in Citibank complex shooting Chilling surveillance video shows a gunman exchanging gunfire with a security guard after ramming a gate at a Citibank complex near Tampa and killing a woman having lunch, authorities say.
WATCH: Meet the man who's the new voice of Boston's Logan airport Christopher Donisi, an HVAC pipe fitter, will be the man behind the first voice travelers hear when they land in Beantown in the near future.
The U.S. added 165,000 jobs in October, a bright spot for the economy The U.S. added 165,000 jobs in October, a surprisingly strong number that includes what appear to be some AI-related construction and manufacturing jobs.
Martha Stewart Addresses Halloween Costume Controversy After days of backlash following her Halloween costume as a homeless person, Martha Stewart sits down with TODAY’s Craig Melvin to address the controversy. “I’m aware of all those social issues…and I care desperately about all the problems facing us, but I made a mistake. I was stupid,” she said. She also apologizes to Craig…
Citibank Shooting: New Surveillance Video and Motive Revealed Chilling new surveillance footage shows the moment a heroic security guard took down a gunman who stormed into a Citibank in Florida and left one person dead. It comes as officials are revealing the suspect owed Citibank a debt of $2,500. NBC’s Jesse Kirsch reports for TODAY.
Democrats Maintain Narrow Lead in Mississippi and Alaska Democrats are hoping their blue tsunami will reach even farther into GOP territory with their senate candidates narrowly leading in deep-red Mississippi and Alaska, but the too-close-to-call races may take days or even weeks to resolve. NBC’s Ryan Nobles reports for TODAY.
Stocks Plunge Amid AI Fears and Political Uncertainty The S&P 500 and the NASDAQ had their worst day Thursday since April 2025, with tech stocks and companies tied to AI among the biggest losers. Investors say it’s all about the uncertainty over how a Democratically-controlled Congress will work with President Donald Trump. NBC’s Brian Cheung reports for TODAY.
Stocks tumble as midterms fuel AI fears and judge halts Trump’s D.C. arch: Morning Rundown U.S. markets took a hit as concerns over newly elected Democrats added to fears about AI.
We want to hear your experience with changes to student loan repayment plans If you’re a student borrower who was required to transition to another plan this year, share your story.
LeBron James took a risk going to the 76ers this offseason. So far, it’s paying off. James, who switched teams for the fourth time in free agency over the summer, has helped lead the Philadelphia 76ers to the hottest start in the NBA.
Investors try to regain their footing after tech stocks tank Tech stocks in the U.S. steadied Friday after suffering one of their worst routs in years, as investors weighed the prospect of an AI investment slowdown.
Pete Hegseth strikes defiant tone in face of impeachment threat Many lawmakers, including some Republicans, have criticized the defense secretary over his handling of the Iran war.
Nithya Raman wins Los Angeles mayoral race, NBC News projects Nithya Raman will be the next mayor of Los Angeles after defeating incumbent Karen Bass. NBC News' Andres Gutierrez has more on next steps from Raman and other city officials as she makes the transition to her new role. 
Dolly Parton estate files to dismiss lawsuit against her nephew The company that manages Parton’s estate had accused her nephew of threatening to destroy her brand.
Trump focuses on White House decor for second straight day in post-midterm remarks The president signed a proclamation that he said would prevent major changes to the Oval Office and the Cabinet Room by future presidents without congressional approval.
I asked teens what gifts they actually want — here’s what they said Looking for gifts for teenage girls and boys? Discover our picks for stylish, practical and personalized presents, with recommendations from real teens.
The human touch: Luxury brands embrace craftsmanship as ‘AI slop’ floods the internet Artists say brands are embracing traditional art forms and making a point to show off the human labor behind their campaigns.
European air traffic is targeted by new threats after a week of hoaxes Officials across Europe reported a fresh slew of bomb threats against multiple flights on Friday, following a string of hoaxes that have caused flight diversions this week. Two broadcasters also received security threats.
The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult is sentenced to 200 years in prison Cult leader Paul Mackenzie was convicted of murdering 190 children and one adult after he ordered his followers to starve themselves to death in order to meet Jesus.
Ex-lawmaker gets 12.5 years in Macao's first national security case Au's arrest last year was the first publicly known prosecution under Macao's national security law since it was enacted in 2009.
Hiring jumps: The economy added 165,000 jobs last month The U.S. job market improved last month, according to a report from the Labor Department Friday. Employers added more jobs than forecasters had expected and the unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%.
Judge halts construction of Trump's arch. And, Labor Department to release jobs report A judge has blocked construction of Trump's arch moments after it won federal approval to proceed. And, the Labor Department is set to release the latest jobs report today, a day after stocks plunged.
Why gold prices are surprisingly low Gold tends to go up when there's uncertainty in the economy. For a while, the price reflected that. But this week, it dropped from a nearly $5,600 in January to below $4,000. What's going on?
'He's got to go': Hakeem Jeffries calls for Hegseth's removal but stops short of impeachment Speaking with Morning Edition, Hakeem Jeffries discussed ending the Iran war, holding Trump accountable and calls for new Democratic leadership, but offered few specifics on how Democrats would deliver.
Past White House adviser Raj Panjabi has written a playbook for 'living room' crises Dr. Raj Panjabi is the author of Safer: A Playbook. His goal is to help people face a personal crisis — health, workplace, family conflicts — and "turn fear into action."
Why public schools nationwide are facing a massive drop in student enrollment School enrollment was already expected to plunge by 2 million kids by 2030. Education experts say deporting immigrant families, many with school-age children, is making the crisis worse.
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Morning news brief The Labor Department to release October jobs report Friday, what tactics are available to the Democratic Party to bring down fuel prices, judge blocks construction of Trump's arch for 14 days.
Former Army medic reflects on his toughest moments helping the wounded Twenty years ago, Army Staff Sergeant Phillip Trezza deployed to Iraq as a medic. He speaks with his teenage daughter about some of his toughest moments.
After cancer surgery, Pope Leo embarks on Latin America trip Pope Leo XIV is kicking off a three-nation tour of Latin America with a visit to Uruguay, three weeks after undergoing lung cancer surgery that had put the entire trip into question.
A judge blocks construction of Trump's arch moments after it won federal approval The Trump administration hoped to begin construction immediately after a federal panel approved its arch late Thursday. But just after midnight, the judge issued an order blocking work for 14 days.
Fears of an AI crackdown after midterms spark $2 trillion rout in tech stocks Shares sank, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropping over 5%, as investors reacted with fear that a Democratic Congress — and states across the country -— would crack down on AI and data centers.