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Tropical Storm Bertha drifts toward land; Hurricane Fausto forms in Pacific
Tropical Storm Bertha formed in the Gulf of Mexico on Monday and is expected to bring heavy rain, storm surge, and damaging winds to the northern Gulf Coast throughout the week.

Three rare Florida reptiles are finally getting federal protection
These are the first new animals listed under the Endangered Species Act since the beginning of the second Trump administration.
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Alex Palou inches closer to IndyCar series championship with win in Nashville
INDIANAPOLIS — Alex Palou won the rain-delayed, heat-shortened Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix at Nashville Superspeedway on Monday afternoon. Palou cycled to the lead on lap 131 after some good fortune on pit lane. He led the final 95 laps, holding off the winner of last…

U.S. House to vote on government funding stopgap
(The Center Square) – Republican lawmakers have teed up a Continuing Resolution that would extend government funding at current levels until Dec. 4, punting the government shutdown deadline by two months.

Trump vows retaliation for U.S. service members' deaths
(The Center Square) – For a 10th consecutive night, the U.S. is carrying out strikes on Iran, targeting the Islamic Republic’s ability to attack commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Wildfire haze travels to Indianapolis from Canada, causes respiratory symptoms
Haze from Canada's wildfires spread to Indianapolis over the weekend, and doctors recommend staying inside as much as possible.

Forecasters split on midterms, but a sweep is possible, maybe likely
(The Center Square) – Forecasters say Democrats are favored to take the U.S. House this November while Republicans are favored to hold the Senate, yet the likeliest outcome is one party sweeping full control of Congress.

Mets' Luis Robert Jr. comes off injured list after missing almost three months
New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. has been activated from the injured list after missing nearly three months with a back issue. The Mets announced the move before starting their three-game series at Milwaukee on Monday. They optioned infielder…

US and Iran exchange blows for 10th day as mediation efforts stall in Pakistan
Ongoing military exchanges between the United States and Iran have severely disrupted global energy supplies in the Strait of Hormuz and prompted mediation efforts in Pakistan.

Dropping Delta Lake Levels Cause Concern for Business Owner
Local campground owner Jonathan Bronson said he has noticed water levels have been dropping at Delta Lake.

Alex Palou wins Music City Grand Prix, secures fifth victory of the season
Alex Palou secured his fifth victory of the season by winning the Music City Grand Prix, maintaining his lead in the IndyCar Series Championship.