Law enforcement on alert for Election Day threats, new report says

Law enforcement is on alert for Election Day threats, according to a new report.

DHS Warns Law Enforcement Election Deniers May Attempt to Bomb Drop Boxes

In a series of reports reviewed by WIRED, analysts at the Department of Homeland Security warn of a “heightened risk” of right-wing extremists carrying out attacks around the election.

Tech - Wired - October 17

Gov. Shapiro says law enforcement could look at Elon Musk’s $1M giveaway to super PAC supporters

During an interview with Meet the Press, Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-Pa.) questions the legality of Elon Musk promising $1 million giveaways to voters who sign his super PAC’s petition “in favor of free ...

Politics - NBC News - October 20

Abercrombie & Fitch responds to former CEO's sex trafficking arrest, says it will cooperate with law enforcement

Abercrombie & Fitch said it will cooperate with law enforcement after its former CEO Mike Jeffries was arrested on sex trafficking and related charges.

Business - CNBC - October 23

U.S. intelligence agencies prepare for Election Day, potential threats

The FBI says its election command center is staffed 24/7 to deal with any election-related security issues that pop up in the coming days. CBS News contributors Sam Vinograd and Andrew Boyd join to ...

Jobs report offers blurry snapshot of economy days before election: What to know

The latest jobs report data is incomplete due to one-off disturbances last month.

12:30 Report — The final countdown to Election Day

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT Happy Friday and happy November! 🍂 Can you believe it’s only four days until Election Day? Try to do something relaxing this weekend to ease the tension. Go for a walk, maybe ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Last jobs report before Election Day

The latest jobs report showed slowed growth in the U.S. economy just days before Election Day. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on what the data may indicate about the ...

Liam Payne's sister Nicola says she hoped a news alert about his death was a mistake

Liam Payne's sister Nicola learned of his death through an alert on her phone: 'I went cold.' Meanwhile, toxicology identifies some of the drugs in his system.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 21

Law enforcement officer turned in his own daughter for murder

A veteran law enforcement official turned his daughter in for murder and spoke out at her sentencing about her owning up to the truth and accepting responsibility. "Whatever is sentenced to you, ...

India bringing in a new law to curb the menace of hoax bomb threat calls disrupting airlines flying

World - Yahoo News - October 22

US Intel Says Insider Threats Are 'Likely' During the Election

A government memo viewed by WIRED states that insider threats “could derail or jeopardize a fair and transparent election process.”

Tech - Wired - October 28

Ex-Oilers Enforcer Tries To Spark New Team

The former Edmonton Oilers power forward fought the same player that Darnell Nurse did a few games ago.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 26

New Louisiana election laws creating challenges for voters with disabilities

Laws in more than 20 states, including Louisiana, now restrict various elements of mail-in ballots, which includes the kinds of assistance a voter can ask for.

I.M.F. Says Inflation Fight Is Largely Over but Warns of New Threats

The International Monetary Fund said protectionism and new trade wars could weigh on growth.

Business - The New York Times - October 22

12:30 Report — Trump escalates Election Day rhetoric

Plus: FEMA pauses some North Carolina aid efforts over threats {beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s a quiet Monday morning. Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Columbus Day. Are you off work? Either way, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 14

Anti-abortion activists set up outside clinic ‘safe zones’ on first day of new law in England

Pro-choice campaigners welcome CPS guidance that ‘silent prayer’ is among the activities prohibited within the 150-metre buffer area. Anti-abortion activists have been taking up positions just ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro: Law enforcement should 'take a look at' Elon Musk voter payments

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Sunday that tech mogul Elon Musk’s plan to give money to registered voters in Pennsylvania is “deeply concerning” and “it’s something that law enforcement could ...

Law enforcement missed ‘pivotal moments’ to engage Trump gunman, House panel finds

The interim report cited several issues in coordination and planning in the lead up to and during the July 13 rally.

Politics - Politico - October 21

AI-generated child sexual abuse images are spreading. Law enforcement is racing to stop them

Law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are cracking down on the troubling spread of child sexual abuse imagery created through artificial intelligence technology

Tech - ABC News - October 25

US, Israel issue Sri Lanka attack alert after 'terrorist' threat against tourists

The U.S. Embassy in Colombo, Sri Lanka, issued a warning to citizens late on Tuesday based on "credible information" warning of an attack in the southeast of the country.

Former Denver elections worker's lawsuit says she was fired for speaking out about threats

A former Denver elections worker has filed a federal lawsuit, alleging she was fired for speaking out on TV about her safety concerns

Entertainment - ABC News - 10 hours ago

Elon Musk could face ‘legal liability’ for his $1 million giveaway, says election law expert

NBC News Election Law Analyst Nate Persily discusses the legal questions surrounding billionaire tech founder Elon Musk’s latest election effort to support former President Trump ahead of the ...

Politics - NBC News - October 21

TSMC says it alerted US to potential violation of China AI chip controls

Chipmaker reported having received order for processor resembling that of Chinese company Huawei

Business - Financial Times - October 22

U.S. officials say ISIS-K directed Election Day terror plot

U.S. officials say ISIS-K, the Afghanistan branch of ISIS, directed an Election Day terror plot. The disclosure comes after an Afghan man was arrested last week in the suspected plot. NBC News' Tom ...

Brad Raffensperger says Georgia's election results "absolutely not" will take seven days

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that it will "absolutely not" take seven days for his state to tabulate votes despite recent comments ...

Most in new survey expecting violence after Election Day

More than 6 in 10 Americans are preparing for violence after the Nov. 5 election, according to a poll released Thursday that signals deep dissonance in the country amid the hotly contested White ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Days before the election, DOJ continues to prosecute new Jan. 6 cases

Jan. 6 cases continue to trudge through the court system, even as the fate of the FBI's Capitol attack investigation rests on whether Donald Trump wins the election.

Politics - NBC News - Yesterday

What to know about new polls, fresh Election Day data

CBS News will receive fresh polling data throughout Election Day. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto previews what to expect as more information becomes available.

New York Times Tech Workers Strike Ahead of Election Day

Times staff worry the walkout could hinder election coverage. Union demands have included higher pay and more remote work flexibility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 21 hours ago

Meta extends ban on new political ads past Election Day

Meta extends restriction period for new political ads throughout the week of the U.S. elections.

Business - CNBC - 11 hours ago

Gen Z is thriving financially in these US cities, new report says

A new report has found that nearly a third of Gen Z — also known as Zoomers — already feel financially secure thanks to having both a job and a side hustle, particularly in certain cities around ...

Politics - The Hill - October 26

The New Threat to Brazil’s Forests: Chemicals

Authorities use satellites to track deforestation caused by chain saws or fire. Now criminals are using chemicals to degrade trees — and evade detection.

World - The New York Times - October 29

October jobs report was a ‘head fake.’ Look at these numbers instead before Election Day.

A jobs report skewed by hurricanes and a strike at Boeing landed on voters’ radar with less than a week until Election Day, scrambling the picture of the U.S. economy as Kamala Harris and Donald ...

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

A Reporter’s Shield Law Is Vital to Prevent Abuses of Power

The PRESS Act has unanimous support in the House, but a few senators are blocking it.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 15

Mum of Manchester Arena victim says safety bill debate is 'incredibly exciting'

Figen Murray whose son died in the Manchester Arena attack says Martyn's Law will save lives.

Navigating France’s new packaging laws

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Spain floods latest: three days of mourning declared after dozens killed – as weather alert level raised

Prime minister Pedro Sánchez warned the weather in the Valencia region was still ‘wreaking havoc’. Dozens feared dead after torrential rain and floods in Spain People in Spain: have you ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

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