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D.C. Ellipse park where Harris is speaking has Trump connection

Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver her closing argument before the 2024 election in Washington, D.C., Tuesday where she will speak from the Ellipse, the park south of the White House where ...

FirstFT: Harris calls on America to ‘turn the page’ on Trump

Also in today’s newsletter, Ukraine and Russia hold secret talks, while Alphabet and Reddit shares rise after results

World - Financial Times - October 30

Scott Burton Left His Legacy to MoMA. Today’s He’s Almost Forgotten.

Scott Burton, one of America’s leading sculptors, entrusted his estate to the museum in 1989, when he was sick with AIDS, to ensure his place in art history. It turned out to be a bad idea.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Despite today's snow, Halloween blizzard of 1991 records aren't threatened

While WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says this year's Halloween forecast does call for some snowflakes, it will be nothing compared to the wave of white that plopped down on the area 33 years ago.

What Colonial Williamsburg may teach us about politics today

The Colonial Era living history museum in Williamsburg, Virginia, offers an enlightening portrait of life in Revolutionary-era America, while providing a vivid contrast to today's political and ...

Today is a day of despair for America. We are plunged into an anticipatory grief | Moira Donegan

As we face another Trump presidency, I hope we can turn our attention to the most vulnerable: those who are less safe today than they were yesterday. US election 2024 – latest updates US ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Hollywood stars bemoan Trump win: 'Be gentle with yourself today'

Multiple Hollywood stars — including Jamie Lee Curtis, Cardi B and John Leguizamo — are expressing shock and dismay about President-elect Trump's election victory, while his high-profile supporters ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Nvidia’s stock joins the Dow today. Here’s what to know.

Nvidia’s stock is now a below-average member of the 128-year-old Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Business - MarketWatch - 8 hours ago

Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya smashes world record by nearly 2 minutes at Chicago Marathon

Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya won the Chicago Marathon in 2:09:56 to break the world record by nearly two minutes

Sports - ABC News - October 13

Kenya’s Ruth Chepng'etich shatters world record at Chicago Marathon, dedicates win to Kelvin Kiptum

Ruth Chepng'etich honored men’s world record holder and fellow Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum, who died in a car crash earlier this year, after her win.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14

White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf in 'active discussions' about selling Chicago team, per report

The group of prospective buyers is reportedly led by World Series MVP Dave Stewart

Sports - CBS Sports - October 16

Bertuzzi helps Chicago beat San Jose 4-2 in the Blackhawks' home opener

Tyler Bertuzzi and Nick Foligno each scored a power-play goal, and Chicago beat the San Jose Sharks 4-2 in the Blackhawks’ home opener

Sports - ABC News - October 17

Chicago Fire unveil former USMNT boss Gregg Berhalter in dual role: 'There's so much potential in this club'

Berhalter will be both the manager and director of football as he takes on both leadership roles with the club

Sports - CBS Sports - October 18

A Chicago league has spent decades inspiring Black women to take up golf

The Ebony Ladies Golf League of Chicago, which just marked its 50th anniversary, has spent decades growing the game with African American women. Jim Williams has more.

Rob Manfred weighs in on White Sox's future in Chicago with Jerry Reinsdorf reportedly open to selling team

'I have confidence that things are going to work out in Chicago,' Manfred said

Sports - CBS Sports - October 23

Dallas Stars nearly squander three-goal lead, hang on for 4-2 win over Chicago Blackhawks

Matt Duchene scored on a third-period power play and added an empty-netter in the final seconds as the Dallas Stars hung on to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2

Sports - ABC News - October 26

Bears' Tyrique Stevenson apologizes for taunting fans before Chicago defense gave up Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary

Oh how the tables turn ...

Sports - CBS Sports - October 28

Car crashes into Smashing Pumpkins' Billy Corgan's tea store in suburban Chicago, authorities say

A car crashed Wednesday into Madame ZuZu’s, a popular suburban Chicago tea shop owned by Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan, officials said, leaving his mother-in-law injured.

New Chicago manager Will Venable takes over White Sox team that set modern record for season losses

Will Venable’s first job as a major league manager is going to be a tough one

Sports - ABC News - October 31

Cody Bellinger free agency: Cubs outfielder picks up player option to remain in Chicago, per report

Bellinger has another player option for 2026

Sports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago

Luka Doncic's 27 points, 13 assists lead Dallas Mavericks past Chicago Bulls 119-99

Luka Doncic had 27 points and 13 assists, Kyrie Irving scored 17 points and Daniel Gafford also scored 17 playing a season-high 24 minutes as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Chicago Bulls 119-99 on ...

Sports - ABC News - Yesterday

NWSL playoff predictions: Expert picks, bracket, schedule as Orlando Pride vs. Chicago Red Stars open action

The playoffs begin with the Orlando Pride's clash with the Chicago Red Stars on Friday

Sports - CBS Sports - 7 hours ago

Ranking worst quarterback contracts in NFL today: Deshaun Watson sits atop list, but Browns bust has company

These are the seven-worst quarterback contracts in football right now

Sports - CBS Sports - October 14

Meta Quest 3S VR Headset Launches Today - Get Batman: Arkham Shadow For Free

Meta Quest 3S (128GB) + Batman: Arkham Shadow Bundle $300 | Bundle with Elite Strap to save ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 15

This Latina Founder Raised $35 Million to Reach Hispanic Audiences. Today, Her Company Is Among the Fastest-Growing in the Country

Canela Media landed on the Inc. 5000 list earlier this year thanks to the grit and vision of CEO Isabel Rafferty Zavala.

Business - Inc. - October 15

Playing rivalry games in NFL stadiums is a sad — and sadly understandable — reality of college football today

Georgia Tech is getting $10 million to move its rivalry game vs. Georgia off-campus to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

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