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USPS kicks off Operation Santa 2026

November 6, 2026 11:22 AM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight

You can help make the holidays a little brighter for families in need as the the U.S. Postal Service is now accepting registrations for its annual “Operation Santa” program.

New Jersey resident wins $847 million Powerball jackpot

November 6, 2026 11:05 AM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

The ticket holder has an option to take a one-time payment of $363 million, or an annuity paid over 29 years.

Taco Bell sales improve following cyclospora outbreak

November 6, 2026 10:59 AM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

Business is rebounding at Taco Bell after sales took a hit over the summer during the cyclospora outbreak.

Thursday marks National Donut Day

November 5, 2026 3:06 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight, Skylar Heisey

There are various stories about the origin of donuts. Some say Dutch settlers brought them to North America. However, there’s a reference of them in Washington Irving’s “History of New York,” which came out in 1809.

Savannah Guthrie makes another plea for missing mother

November 3, 2026 5:43 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight

She wrote on Instagram, “Our mom was a light in this world. We want to celebrate her and give her the dignity she deserves…Please help us.”

Powerball jackpot climbs to $793 million

November 2, 2026 4:35 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

The Powerball jackpot now tops $793 million as no one matched all six numbers in Saturday night’s drawing.

Jury finds man guilty of killing Arizona politician in DUI crash

November 2, 2026 4:28 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight

Martin Creel, 27, killed John McLean, 68, who was a former State Senate candidate for District 17, in the crash nearly two years ago.

The impact the midterms could have on impeaching Pete Hegseth

November 2, 2026 4:13 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) has vowed to force a vote to impeach Secretary Hegseth when the House returns after the midterms in November.

Friday marks National Candy Corn Day

October 30, 2026 12:57 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight, Skylar Heisey

The item, loved by some, despised by others, made its debut during the 1880s in Philadelphia. Candy corn comes in various seasonal flavors, including pumpkin spice, chocolate mint and caramel apple.

Florida deputies deliver pizza for driver involved in car crash

October 30, 2026 12:52 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

Pinellas County Sheriff’s deputies were responding to a car crash this week when they learned one of the people involved was a pizza delivery driver on his way to drop off an order.

Trial date set for alleged White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter

October 30, 2026 12:45 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight

Cole Allen is slated to stand trial on September 7 of next year. Allen is pleading not guilty to all four charges against him.

Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ actor, dies at 86

October 29, 2026 3:01 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, NBC News, Skylar Heisey

A statement from his spokesperson was posted to social media. It said Stewart passed away Wednesday at his Los Angeles home after a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia.

Thursday is National Cat Day

October 29, 2026 1:07 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight, Skylar Heisey

The holiday serves as a reminder about the joys felines can bring to a household, especially ones who are in shelters.

Wednesday is National Chocolate Day

October 28, 2026 1:19 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight, Skylar Heisey

It’s a popular flavor for a variety of products including cake and ice cream, and of course, it’s been made into countless chocolate bars.

‘Chucky’ doll stolen from Halloween display in Michigan

October 28, 2026 1:15 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

An animatronic “Chucky” doll is missing in Michigan. The terrifying doll was part of this Halloween display in Lincoln Park.

Gov. Katie Hobbs denies tornado emergency declaration

October 28, 2026 1:08 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight, Skylar Heisey

Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.) has denied a request to declare a state of emergency, saying the community will have to respond without the state support.

Dolores Huerta, pioneering labor leader and civil rights icon, dies at 96

October 28, 2026 9:20 AM CNN Newsource, Andrea Turisk, Wesley Williamson

Dolores Huerta, a pioneering labor organizer and civil rights icon who cofounded the United Farm Workers with Cesar Chavez in the 1960s, died at 96, her family said in a statement Wednesday.

Tuesday is National American Beer Day

October 27, 2026 12:57 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight

There are plenty of varieties to choose from, with about 2,000 breweries making beer in the U.S., from microbreweries and brewpubs to industry giants.

Dictionary.com picks ‘maxxing’ as Word of the Year

October 27, 2026 12:50 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight

The term refers to taking an activity to the extreme or optimizing some aspect of your life. The term originated in online communities before exploding across social media.

Susan Saint James, Emmy-winning actress, dies at 80

October 27, 2026 12:41 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman

Saint James’ representative confirmed to People Magazine that she had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and passed away Monday.