Top USA News Headlines This Week: Politics, Weather & Breaking Stories
November 2025 USA news is dominated by Election Day results, federal shutdown drama, and extreme weather. Here’s what America is talking about:
Election Day 2025: Key Races & Early Results
- November 4 saw record turnout in Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Georgia.
- Tight gubernatorial races and redistricting referendums in California and New York City test voter sentiment on immigration, economy, and abortion rights.
- Democrats dominate urban centers; Republicans surge in suburbs. Final counts expected by November 6.
Government Shutdown: Week 2 Stalemate
- President Trump demands border wall funding; Democrats refuse.
- Senate Minority Leader John Thune predicts resolution by November 7, but no deal yet.
- SNAP benefits delayed for 40+ million Americans; food banks overwhelmed.
Trump’s Explosive 60 Minutes Interview (Aired Nov 3)
- Defended nuclear testing, China tariffs, and Israel support.
- Called shutdown a “necessary reset” for national security.
Hurricane Melissa Devastates Gulf Coast
- Made landfall October 29 in Florida/Alabama.
- $2.5 billion in damages, 200,000+ evacuated.
- FEMA deploys emergency aid amid shutdown delays.
Cold Case Solved: 1983 Oregon Murder
- New DNA links local suspect to decades-old killing.
- Family calls it “justice at last.”
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Major Events in USA This Week: Festivals, Elections & Cultural Highlights
| Event | Date | Location | Key Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Election Day 2025 | Nov 4 | Nationwide | 100M+ voters; school boards, mayoral races, climate & abortion ballots |
| Tri-State Fall Festivals | Oct 30 – Nov 2 | IN, KY, OH | Pumpkin patches, rodeos, 500K+ attendees |
| Big Fresno Fair (Extended) | Oct 28 – Nov 3 | California | Agricultural exhibits, concerts, family fun |
| CGSI Genealogy Conference | Oct 28 – Nov 1 | Overland Park, KS | DNA workshops, 2,000+ heritage enthusiasts |
| Breeders’ Cup Hype Events | Nov 1 – 3 | Nationwide | Watch parties for $31M Del Mar races (Nov 7–8) |
More USA events November 2025 at ClickUSANews.com
New Movies This Week USA: Theaters & Streaming (November 2025)
Light theatrical week, but streaming heats up with holiday and horror hits.
In Theaters Now
- Christmas Eve (2025) Wide release: Nov 5 (previews Nov 3) Heartwarming drama with Kevin Sorbo & Stephen Baldwin. Family redemption story. Runtime: 1h 48m | Rating: PG
- Rental Family Limited release: Nov 4 (NYC, LA, Chicago) Brendan Fraser stars in quirky comedy-drama. Oscar-qualifying run. Runtime: 1h 43m
Streaming This Week
| Title | Platform | Release | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankenstein | Netflix | Nov 1 | Sci-Fi Horror |
| The Beast in Me (Finale) | Netflix | Nov 2 | Thriller |
| Mary J. Blige: For My Fans | Netflix | Nov 5 | Music Documentary |
Coming soon: Sinners, The Fantastic Four: First Steps
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US Sports News This Week: NFL, College Basketball, MLB & More
NFL Week 9 Shockers
- Cardinals stun Cowboys 27–17 (Oct 31) Kyler Murray shines; Dallas trade rumors swirl.
- Commanders crushed by Seahawks – playoff hopes fade.
College Basketball Opens Strong
- Wisconsin Badgers 96–64 over Campbell (Nov 3) John Blackwell earns Naismith Watchlist nod.
MLB Offseason Buzz
- Alex Rodriguez: “Yankees need pitching, not stars” to end World Series drought.
College Football
- Air Force (2–6) at San Jose State (3–5) – Nov 8
- JMU Dukes fall in Sun Belt soccer quarterfinals.
Live scores & analysis at ClickUSANews.com/Sports
Video Games Releasing This Week: November 2025
Gamers, gear up! New game releases bring strategy, adventure, and nostalgia.
November 4
- Europa Universalis V (PC) – Empire-building strategy with AI diplomacy
- Windstorm: The Legend of Khiimori (PC) – Open-world horse adventure
November 5
- Dinkum (Nintendo Switch) – Cozy farming & town sim
- Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment (Switch, PS5, Xbox) – Zelda hack-and-slash epic
Also Out Now
- Football Manager 26 – Revamped tactics engine
- Satisfactory (Full Release) – Factory automation masterpiece
- Syberia: Remastered – Classic point-and-click returns
Full 2025 game release calendar at ClickUSANews.com/Gaming
Crime News USA This Week: Terrorism, Arrests & Gun Violence
ISIS Halloween Plot Foiled in Michigan
- Two men charged with planning Detroit crowd attack
- FBI tip prevented Paris-style tragedy
73 Arrests in Birmingham, AL Sweep
- 37 felonies, 9 guns seized in 7-day operation
Workplace Shooting: Tennessee
- Gunman kills 2 at plastics plant (Oct 26) – motive unknown
High-Profile Cases
- Stoughton, MA officer charged with causing unborn baby’s death
- Memphis child murder suspect captured after multi-state chase
- Historic PA bridge destroyed by trucker – driver charged
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