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The Supreme Court ordered use of Missouri’s 2022 congressional map for November, blocking emergency bids to adopt a 2025 map; that choice could affect control of a closely divided House.

State order activates response across eight counties and warns residents of coastal flooding, high winds, power outages and travel disruptions this weekend.

The White House used a pocket rescission to cancel nearly $1 billion in approved funding, prompting legal challenges and potentially cutting programs that serve refugees and other groups.

TikTok’s deal requires at least $100M payment and teen‑safety changes, potentially altering how minors use the app and prompting similar statewide rules elsewhere.

Appeals court upheld the Pentagon’s designation, allowing Defense to restrict a major AI firm’s tools in contracts and affecting which vendors can sell to the military.

Dodgers clinched the No. 2 seed and a first‑round bye; that changes pitching schedules, rest and roster planning for October playoff games.

No. 5 Indiana beat Northwestern 29‑23 in a Big Ten opener, tightening the conference race and affecting teams’ standings and bowl outlooks.

National average pump prices rose, squeezing family budgets and weekend travel plans—Southern California averages top $6 per gallon, raising fuel costs for many drivers.

CNN won’t be included on the Air Force One press pool for a presidential weekend trip, affecting which reporters travel with the president and media access to the trip.

Powerball jackpot is drawing weekend ticket sales and office pools as players eye a large Saturday prize.

Friday’s sports and entertainment events produced late drama across the country, shifting weekend viewing plans and conversations before Saturday’s college football kickoffs.

Two people died in a small‑plane crash near Hesperia; the FAA and NTSB have opened an investigation into the accident, raising local aviation safety concerns.

The U.S. holds a narrow 3‑2 lead as Day 2 begins at Medinah, affecting weekend TV viewing and which team carries momentum into the decisive matches.

NHTSA opened a probe into comma.ai’s aftermarket driver‑assist after crashes tied to three deaths; federal action could change how millions use lane‑assist tech or trigger new rules.

A recalled ground cinnamon sold in six states may contain elevated lead; households should check spice racks and lot codes to avoid potential lead exposure when cooking.

Universal hit $5 billion globally in 2026, a bellwether for the health of theatrical moviegoing that could affect ticket offerings and the number of blockbusters released.