We’re featuring several stories including: the death toll rises as wildfires burn in California; health groups decry a repeal of Obama-era pollution standards; and the elusive college degree hindering hiring power for Latinos.

U.S. gender wage gap grows for first time in a decade; Trump has embraced NC's Mark Robinson, calling him 'Martin Luther King on steroids'; Volunteers sought as early voting kicks off in MN; Women's political contributions in congressional races fall short of men's.

The Teamsters choose not to endorse a presidential candidate, county officials in Texas fight back against state moves to limit voter registration efforts, and the FBI investigate suspicious packages sent to elections offices in at least 17 states.

Alabama woman works to help returning citizens rebuild their lives; Marist polls: Harris leads Trump in Michigan, Wisconsin; they're tied in Pennsylvania; UAW contract negotiations at VW focus on healthcare, safety, wages; NC dentists warn of crisis due to low Medicaid reimbursement rates.

As U.S. Senate votes down IVF bill, MN parent speaks out; After false pet claims, Springfield mayor says Trump visit would be 'an extreme strain' on resources; Report: immigration enforcement changing, NW detention still high; Suicide rates rising among Indiana's diverse communities.

Washington considers the need to tone down anti-Trump rhetoric. Senate Democrats are likely to force a second vote on a national right to in-vitro fertilization, and Trump allies repeat falsehoods about migrants amid bomb threats in OH.

PA group works to educate voters on deadlines, registration, mail-in ballots; Suspect in Apparent Trump Assassination Plot Crusaded for Many Causes; Court's 'home equity theft' ruling helps homeowners in NE, nationwide; Local leaders revive Toledo's historic 'Black Wall Street.'

Survey: Only 53% of high school students think voting is important; FBI investigates apparent assassination attempt of Trump in FL; NV advocates ready for Tuesday's National Voter Registration Day; Plastics production highlighted during Pollution Prevention Week.

Marjorie Taylor-Greene condemns remarks by a right-wing activist, immigrants to Ohio spark conspiracy theories and heated campaign controversies, and the Children's Defense Fund pushes for more attention to child poverty.

Van Hollen introduces federal 'climate superfund' legislation; Trump campaigns in Western states as Harris focuses on critical Pennsylvania; Stalled Child Tax Credit leaves Ohio families in limbo; Federal funding drives PA's increase in electric school buses.

The dust settles from the Harris-Trump debate. Speaker Mike Johnson nixes a vote on a CR with a noncitizen voting amendment attached, and lawmakers hear about how to keep Social Security solvent.

Francine slams Louisiana with wind, flooding rains - now affecting Mississippi; Coushatta Tribe works to overcome obstacles to recycling program; Sale of U.S. Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel may affect union workers, community; New study reveals shifting American views on free speech amid Israel-Hamas war.

Harris trolls Trump over rallies during debate; Former Walz colleagues bring education record into focus; MO veterans remember 9 11 with acts of service; Childcare, tax cuts expected focus of upcoming WV special session; AR officials consider new ways to address food deserts.

Trump threatens to jail election officials if he wins, President Biden vows to veto any short-term spending that includes proof of citizenship to vote, and Senate Democrats highlight impacts from the Supreme Court's presidential immunity ruling.

Harris and Trump prepare to face off in tonight's debate; Ohio universities see tuition spike, enrollment decline; Report: IRA clean-energy credits boost union jobs, economy in Appalachia; Corporate consolidation, lack of competition linked to rising grocery prices.

Study: 40% of voters willing to cross party lines on local issues; Harris prepares for the showdown she's long sought with Trump as he takes more informal approach; AR volunteers prepare for National Voter Registration Day; Iowa seeks to remove dangerous lead water pipes.

Trump promotes a government shutdown over false claims of noncitizens voting, Democrats say Project 2025 would harm the nation's most vulnerable public school students and Texas AG Paxton sues to shut down voter registration efforts.

A new roadmap for clean energy that prioritizes PA union workers; Father of accused Georgia shooter charged with two counts of second-degree murder; Ohio reacts to Biden's investment in rural electrification; Rural residents more likely to consider raw milk to be safe.

Vice President Harris condemns gun violence following a high school shooting in Georgia. The U.S. Attorney General addresses Russia's latest attempts at election interference; and former President Trump finally admits he lost the 2020 election.

Climate solutions for the future of coffee; DOJ says right-wing influencers were duped to work for covert Russian influence operation; Controversy erupts over Ohio's proposed drop-box ban; Polis taps nation's strongest water-quality protections for 15 CO rivers.

Ways cited to increase voter engagement, turnout in TN ahead of Nov. 5; In a first, Phoenix hits 100 straight days of 100-degree heat; Climate activists along TX coast want LNG ban; Coaching beyond the game for student growth in Ohio and elsewhere.

Fallen Sergeant's family confronts VP Harris. Utah pushes to toss maps; Johnson supports Ohio redistricting. Arizona braces for election deniers, and Virginia workers fear 'Project 2025.'

NC woman sheds light on medical mistreatment of Black mothers; ID program aims to grow teacher numbers across the state; Power cut to 245 homes in coastal California communities where landslides are worsening; UNH works to make 'first gen' students feel right at home.

CHIPS Act opportunity to set standard for good Colorado jobs; Israelis erupt in protest to demand a cease-fire after 6 more hostages die in Gaza; New PA labor report reveals economic progress, challenges; Proposals ending taxes on tips have mixed results for NYers.