SALT LAKE CITY — Utah voters appear poised to pass a proposed constitutional amendment that would eliminate the requirement for future constitutional amendments to be published in newspapers in each county for two months before the election.

Votes for Amendment A currently edge votes against Amendment A, 60% to 40%, according to preliminary Utah election results updated just before 9:30 p.m. The results are based on more than 580,000 votes counted so far.

Instead of requiring proposed constitutional amendments to be published in newspapers, Amendment A requires future amendments to be publicized "in a manner provided by statute."

The amendment would also change the required length from "two months" to "60 days" immediately preceding an election to clear up any potential confusion about when exactly the notices must be available.

The issue came into focus for lawmakers in 2024 after a Utah district court judge invalidated that year's Amendment D, citing in part a failure to properly publicize the amendment prior to the election. The amendment would have given lawmakers the power to overturn ballot initiatives passed by voters.

A resolution proposing the new amendment aimed to fix that and passed the Legislature unanimously in 2025.

"That came to light during some recent court decisions that kind of highlighted that it's supposed to be in physical, print newspapers," Rep. Anthony Loubet, R-Kearns, told lawmakers while presenting the resolution to a House committee in early 2025. "Nowadays, that's not where people get their information."

The resolution was approved alongside a bill that would codify new rules for publishing proposed amendments. HB481 would require the Legislature to publish the text of amendments on the state's Public Notice Website and on the Legislature's website. The bill will take effect Jan. 1, 2027, if voters approve Amendment A.

It's unclear how many more votes are left to count. All election results aren't final until the state's board of canvassers votes to certify election results when they meet on Nov. 23.

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The Massachusetts Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here's a look at Oct. 25, 2026, results for each game:

Winning The Numbers Game numbers from Oct. 25 drawing

Midday: 6-7-4-8

Evening: 4-8-3-4

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Winning MassCash Evening numbers from Oct. 25 drawing

Evening: 07-19-29-31-35

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from Oct. 25 drawing

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When are the Massachusetts Lottery drawings held?

• Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays

• Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesdays and Fridays

• Lucky For Life: 10:38 p.m. ET daily

• The Numbers Game: 2 p.m. ET and 9 p.m. ET daily

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A small city in Georgia is facing a police staffing crisis after its entire full-time police force resigned, with Mayor Craig Timmons confirming that he placed a GPS tracking device on the police chief's vehicle amid concerns over the officer's working hours.In an interview with WSB-TV's Channel 2 Action News, Timmons admitted that he had installed a tracking device on the truck driven by Milner Police Chief Lamar Bunn. He also confirmed placing a surveillance camera near a car wash, pointing towards City Hall, where the police chief's office is located.The mayor said his concerns were related to Bunn's timesheets, which required his signature. Timmons said he wanted to establish whether the chief was accurately accounting for his working hours.The admission comes after the chief, all five full-time police officers and most reserve personnel resigned, with their departures taking effect on October 28, 2026. The mass resignation has raised questions about the leadership of the department and how the city will maintain law enforcement services.

Why did the Georgia mayor track the police chief's vehicle?

Speaking to Channel 2 Action News, Timmons was directly asked whether he had placed a tracking device on the police vehicle used by Bunn.

"Yes, sir. I did," the mayor confirmed.He was also asked about a video camera installed near a car wash and pointed towards the building where the police chief's office is located. Timmons acknowledged that as well, saying it had been done with the property owner's approval.Explaining his decision, the mayor said his signature was required on the police chief's timesheets and that he had concerns about the hours being recorded.

He also indicated that he had prepared a report containing allegations concerning Bunn's timekeeping and use of city vehicles, which he intended to present at a special city council meeting.Timmons maintained that his responsibilities as mayor included overseeing the functioning of the city's administration.

Police chief Lamar Bunn denies wrongdoing

Bunn, however, has denied any wrongdoing. Speaking to the news channel by phone, he explained that his responsibilities as police chief were not restricted to working inside the police station or within the city's limits.He said he regularly handled administrative duties remotely, including responding to emails and monitoring police radio communications. He also maintained that his work continued beyond regular office hours."My job doesn't stop when I leave the office," Bunn said, explaining that he had even continued working while on vacation in Panama City.Assistant Chief Chris Landers also defended the department's working arrangements, saying it was common for officers to work outside the city and receive calls after regular working hours.Bunn's position was that his work responsibilities extended beyond a fixed workplace and schedule.

Entire full-time police department resigns

The controversy has unfolded against the backdrop of an unprecedented staffing crisis for Milner. The chief and all five full-time officers submitted their resignations, with the departures taking effect on October 28. Most reserve personnel also reportedly left the department.A resignation letter obtained by WSB-TV cited concerns about the "judgment and decision-making" of the mayor and certain city council members regarding the police department.The tracking device was among the issues that reportedly contributed to the officers' concerns. An officer who spoke to the news channel also pointed to restrictions on opportunities to take up off-duty jobs as a possible factor.Timmons, however, said there had been a miscommunication over the issue and maintained that neither he nor the city council had issued an order restricting officers from taking such work.Bunn also said he had not asked the officers to resign.

Sheriff’s office to provide police coverage

With Milner's full-time police department no longer operational, Lamar County Sheriff Brad White said his deputies would continue responding to calls in the city, as they had previously done.He indicated that if the absence of a local police department continued for an extended period, Milner would need to enter into a formal arrangement with the sheriff's office for police services.Timmons said he remained confident that the city would be able to rebuild its police department. He also claimed that he had already started receiving unsolicited applications from people interested in police positions, as well as the city manager's role.City Manager Tausha Grose also resigned shortly after the police department's mass departure, according to local reports.

Mayor says he wants to do what is right

During the interview, Timmons defended his actions and spoke about his personal journey, including his recovery from drug addiction and his religious faith."Right is right and wrong is wrong," he said, adding that he had turned his life over to Jesus 15 years ago and had made a promise to do right by the people he encountered.The situation has left the small Georgia city dealing with more than a dispute over a police chief's timesheets. With its full-time officers gone, Milner now faces the challenge of restoring its police department while addressing the concerns about leadership and trust that surfaced in the resignation letters.

Franklinton High School was placed on lockdown Monday morning after emergency personnel received reports of an active shooter. No injuries have been reported, and officials have not found evidence that a shooting occurred.

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Cincinnati is heading into a mild Sunday, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 73 degrees. The day should stay largely dry, offering a comfortable window for errands, brunch or outdoor plans before rain chances return after dark.

Sunday Stays Warm And Mostly Cloudy

Sunday’s high is near 71 degrees, with southeast winds at 3 mph. The chance of rain remains low during the day, around 4%. Showers are expected to develop in the evening, according to the National Weather Service.

The showers are expected to continue overnight.

Showers Arrive After 7 P.M.

A chance of rain showers develops after 7 p.m. Sunday, with cloudy skies and a low near 53. The rain chance rises to about 40%, though expected rainfall remains light, with new amounts generally below a tenth of an inch.

Monday could begin with a few showers before noon, followed by mostly cloudy skies and a high near 68. Winds will remain light from the southeast, so the main inconvenience for commuters and early outdoor plans will be wet pavement rather than a major storm.

Warm Tuesday Gives Way To A Wetter Midweek

Tuesday looks like the week’s warmest day, reaching near 78 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Rain chances increase Tuesday night, then become much more substantial Wednesday as showers move in and a slight chance of thunderstorms develops.

Wednesday’s high should reach about 73, with rain expected Wednesday and likely Wednesday night. Additional chances for rain linger Thursday and Friday before Saturday turns partly sunny with a high near 65, and no watches, warnings or advisories are currently posted for the Cincinnati area.

AUSSIE FANS HAVE HIT THE JACKPOT! UK indie-pop favourites The Lottery Winners have announced they’re heading back Down Under for a massive Australian headline tour in April 2027.

The chart-topping four-piece from Leigh, Greater Manchester, will return to our shores just months after warming up stadium crowds across the country as special guests on Robbie Williams’ Australian tour.

The Lottery Winners – Ragdoll ft. Chad Kroeger

But this time, they’ll be trading enormous stadium stages for intimate venues, giving Aussie fans the chance to experience their infectious indie-pop anthems up close and personal.

The five-date Australian run will kick off at Perth’s Rosemount Hotel on Sunday, 18th April, before heading to Adelaide’s Lion Arts Factory on Tuesday, 20th April.

From there, the band will hit Sydney’s Manning Bar on Thursday, 22nd April, Melbourne’s Croxton Bandroom on Friday, 23rd April, and Brisbane’s The Triffid on Sunday, 25th April.

They’ll then cross the ditch for two New Zealand shows in Auckland and Christchurch.

The announcement follows a phenomenal few years for The Lottery Winners, who’ve gone from relative obscurity to becoming one of Britain’s most successful contemporary indie acts.

Their latest album KOKO debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, shifting more than 23,500 copies in its first week.

The record also boasts an impressive collection of guest appearances, including Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger, punk-folk troubadour Frank Turner, Reverend And The Makers and Shed Seven.

It follows their previous chart-topping effort, Anxiety Replacement Therapy, which featured collaborations with Shaun Ryder, Boy George and Frank Turner.

With two UK number-one albums now under their belts, the band have built an impressive reputation as a live act, selling out headline tours and sharing stages with some of the biggest names in music.

Alongside their upcoming Australian stadium stint with Robbie Williams, they’ve supported or performed alongside artists including Noel Gallagher, Avril Lavigne, Morrissey, Tom Jones, Paul Weller, Richard Ashcroft and Nickelback.

They’ve also conquered major festivals including Glastonbury, Isle Of Wight, Latitude, Kendal Calling and Rock For People, while their hometown headline show at Leigh Sports Village Stadium drew a crowd of 15,000.

Aussie audiences may also recognise the group from their previous appearance at SXSW Sydney, where they performed as part of the festival’s international showcase program.

Now, with a growing global fanbase and two chart-topping records to their name, The Lottery Winners are preparing to bring their feel-good live show back to Australia for their own headline run.

Presale tickets go on sale at 9am local time on Wednesday, 4th November, with the general public onsale following at 9am local time on Friday, 6th November.

Check out the full Aussie itinerary below.

The Lottery Winners – Australian Tour 2027

• Sunday, 18th April – Rosemount Hotel, Perth WA
• Tuesday, 20th April – Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide SA
• Thursday, 22nd April – Manning Bar, Sydney NSW
• Friday, 23rd April – Croxton Bandroom, Melbourne VIC
• Sunday, 25th April – The Triffid, Brisbane QLD

New Zealand Dates

• Tuesday, 27th April – Tuning Fork, Auckland
• Wednesday, 28th April – James Hay Theatre, Christchurch

Ticket Info

Presale: Wednesday, 4th November at 9am local time

General onsale: Friday, 6th November at 9am local time

Presale registration and tickets via Destroy All Lines

Further Reading

Nickelback Announce Huge 2027 Australian Tour With Don Broco

Boy & Bear Release Cover of Robbie Williams’ ‘Feel’

Robbie Williams Fan Dies After Fall at Sydney Concert

What will the Christmas forecast look like where you live? Credit: Kelly Canyon Ski Resort

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The Old Farmer’s Almanac released its 2026 White Christmas forecast for the United States and Canada on October 30.

The forecast varies considerably across North America. Some neighboring regions have very different outlooks. Here is what the Almanac predicts for each region.

Three U.S. regions are forecast to have a White Christmas: the Northeast, Intermountain region, and Alaska. Several other regions have a chance of seeing at least an inch of snow on the ground Christmas morning. The Pacific Northwest, High Plains, Lower Lakes, and Ohio Valley all have a chance of a White Christmas. The southern Appalachians also have a chance, although the northern part of the region is not expected to have one.

• Related: Snow, Rain or Sun? Old Farmer’s Almanac Thanksgiving Weather Forecast 2026, Region by Region

2026 White Christmas forecast for the United States. Credit: The Old Farmer’s Almanac.

White Christmas forecast 2026: Where Else Could See Snow?

Much of the country is not expected to have a White Christmas. The Atlantic Corridor, Southeast, Florida, Deep South, Upper Midwest, Heartland, Texas-Oklahoma, Desert Southwest, Pacific Southwest, and Hawaii are all forecast to miss out, not surprisingly. The Appalachians have a split forecast, with the northern portion not expected to have a White Christmas and the southern portion having a chance.

• Related: NOAA Winter Outlook Favors a Wet Winter for California, the Southwest and Colorado

Canada is forecast to have a white Christmas across much of the country

Not surprisingly, much of northern Canada is forecast to have a White Christmas. Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut are all expected to have snow on the ground. The forecast also calls for a White Christmas across northern British Columbia, the northern Prairies, northern Ontario, northern Quebec, and northern Newfoundland and Labrador. Southern Canada has a more mixed outlook. Southern Quebec and the western part of southern Ontario are forecast to have a White Christmas, while eastern southern Ontario has a chance. Southern British Columbia also has a chance.

Atlantic Canada has a split forecast. Eastern areas have a chance of a White Christmas, while western areas are forecast to have one.

2026 White Christmas forecast for Canada. Credit: The Old Farmer’s Almanac.

White Christmas Forecast by U.S. Region

• Northeast: A White Christmas
• Atlantic Corridor: Not a White Christmas
• Appalachians: Not a White Christmas north; Chance of a White Christmas south
• Southeast: Not a White Christmas
• Florida: Not a White Christmas
• Lower Lakes: Chance of a White Christmas
• Ohio Valley: Chance of a White Christmas
• Deep South: Not a White Christmas
• Upper Midwest: Not a White Christmas
• Heartland: Not a White Christmas
• Texas–Oklahoma: Not a White Christmas
• High Plains: Chance of a White Christmas
• Intermountain: A White Christmas
• Desert Southwest: Not a White Christmas
• Pacific Northwest: Chance of a White Christmas
• Pacific Southwest: Not a White Christmas
• Alaska: A White Christmas
• Hawaii: Not a White Christmas

What Counts as a White Christmas?

A White Christmas does not necessarily mean snow falling on Christmas Day. According to the National Weather Service, it means at least 1 inch of snow on the ground on Christmas morning. That means a storm earlier in December could deliver a White Christmas, even if skies are clear on December 25.

What Are the Historical Odds of a White Christmas?

The Almanac’s forecast differs from the historical odds of a White Christmas. NOAA’s map uses climate data from 1991 to 2020 to show the probability of having at least 1 inch of snow on the ground on Christmas Day. The highest historical probabilities are generally found across northern states and mountainous areas, while the odds are much lower across the South and parts of the West. These figures are long-term averages, not predictions for Christmas 2026.

• Related: What Are the Chances of a White Christmas Where You Live?

For a broader look at what winter could bring, see the 2026-2027 Winter Weather Outlook.

The Almanac’s White Christmas forecast is an early look at the holiday, and conditions can change as December approaches. For now, those dreaming of a snowy Christmas have the best outlook in the Northeast, Intermountain region, and Alaska. Everyone else will have to wait and see what Mother Nature delivers.

The historical likelihood of a white Christmas across the continental U.S. Credit: NOAA

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It is closing as part of a repairs and maintenance programme

A major Essex bridge is set to be closed causing delays for drivers. The tunnels and the bridge at the Dartford crossing are all set to close over the next week.

The Dartford Crossing links the counties of Kent and Essex by a cable-stayed, 137 metre high bridge. Drivers use the Queen Elizabeth II bridge for southbound traffic and two 0.8 mile long tunnels for northbound journeys. However, there are some closures that drivers will need to be aware of over the coming days.

These closures are necessary so that the programme of repairs and maintenance work in the area can take place. Work that has taken place recently includes "essential bearing replacement".

Over the next week, there are closures to both tunnels and the bridge. Luckily, all of these works are set to take place overnight to minimise disruption to drivers.

The closures are as follows:

• Saturday October 31 - QEII Bridge closure 9pm to 9am (no northbound access for vehicles over 4.8m)
• Sunday November 1 - Dartford east tunnel 10pm to 5:30am (no northbound access for vehicles over 4.8m)
• Monday November 2 to Friday November 6 - Dartford west tunnel 10pm to 5:30am

National Highways says: "Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network."

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With less than one week until the midterm elections, we’re revisiting Donald Trump’s own words to Americans over the last 21 months of his presidency. His message to voters has been clear: Trump and his administration would rather spend billions of taxpayer dollars on reckless foreign wars and countless vanity projects instead of funding critical assistance programs or bringing down costs for millions of Americans. 

Here’s what Trump has said:

• “It’s not possible for us to take care of daycare, Medicaid, Medicare, all these individual things.”
• “We can’t take care of daycare. We’re a big country. We have 50 states. We have all these other people. We’re fighting wars. We can’t take care of daycare.”
• “No one gives a [bleep] about housing.”

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In response, DNC Deputy Communications Director Kendall Witmer released the following statement:

“Donald Trump’s priorities are as clear as day: ‘Trump First, Americans Last.’ Thanks to Trump’s economic agenda, prices are skyrocketing and working families are struggling to afford healthcare, housing, and childcare. Trump has callously ripped away funding for critical programs for working families and then turned around and spent billions of taxpayer dollars on foreign wars and vanity projects, all the while giving tax cuts to the ultra-rich. Americans know that Trump has abandoned them for his own self-interest, and voters are ready to deliver major defeats to Republicans next week.”