Headlines From The Times

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces she won’t seek reelection, marking the end of an era in Democratic politics. The FAA cuts flights nationwide as the government shutdown deepens, straining air travel. Typhoon Kal-Maggiei kills more than 100 across Asia. U.S. job cuts soar to the highest October total in over 20 years. King tides and an atmospheric river bring flooding risks to California’s coast. In business, Starbucks baristas prepare to strike amid stalled contract talks and Governor Gavin Newsom backs away from tough AI restrictions after pushback from Silicon Valley.

California voters approve Proposition 50, giving Democrats new power to redraw congressional maps. Democrats notch major wins in New York, Virginia, and New Jersey, signaling strength ahead of the midterms. A UPS cargo jet crashes in Louisville, killing nine and halting operations overnight. The U.S. government shutdown stretches past its 36th day, leaving millions without pay and aid. Pope Leo urges compassion for detained migrants and warns of rising global tensions. In business, Tesla shareholders weigh Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay package, and Hyundai’s air taxi startup faces a gender discrimination lawsuit from a former executive.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 after a long career that shaped U.S. foreign policy and national security. The Supreme Court begins hearing arguments on Trump’s tariffs, a case that could redefine presidential power. Since July, USC has cut more than 900 jobs amid a $200 million budget deficit. A federal judge orders the Trump administration to release millions for school counselor grants. Californians vote on Prop 50, Governor Newsom’s redistricting measure. In business, Gold’s Gym sells most of its Southern California locations to EōS Fitness, and Meta opens a new flagship store in West Hollywood to showcase its latest AI glasses and VR tech.

The Trump administration moves to partially fund SNAP during the shutdown after court orders, as millions await benefits. California voters head to the polls in a special election on Proposition 50. Staffing shortages tied to the shutdown delay flights at LAX and San Diego. UK police charge a suspect in a train stabbing that injured eleven. New York’s mayoral race enters its final hours. Los Angeles celebrates the Dodgers’ second straight World Series title. North Hollywood’s historic Valley Plaza mall begins demolition. And Southern California tests driverless freight trains that could reshape shipping.

Hurricane Melissa leaves destruction across Jamaica and Haiti, killing dozens and displacing thousands. President Trump urges the Senate to end the filibuster to reopen the government as the shutdown drags into its 30th day. Covered California warns of steep premium hikes without renewed federal subsidies. State officials warn of fake ballot texts ahead of the election. Millions lose access to Disney-owned channels as YouTube TV’s contract talks stall. In business, an L.A. startup called Clipping is turning short edits into big profits for creators, and streaming platforms raise prices again, pushing household entertainment costs even higher.