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IOWA
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US–MED–Infant Botulism-Formula Recall
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
SUMMARY: Baby formula manufacturer ByHeart recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday. The move comes days after some batches were recalled amid an expanding outbreak of infant botulism. According to state and federal health officials, at least 15 babies in 12 states have been sickened in the outbreak since August, with more cases pending. All the infants were hospitalized after consuming ByHeart formula. Parents and caregivers who have the formula in their homes should immediately stop using it and dispose of the product. Babies with symptoms of infant botulism need immediate medical care.
WORDS: 615 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 8:17 a.m. CST
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KANSAS
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US–Kansas-Newspaper Raid
A Kansas county agrees to pay $3 million and apologize over a raid on a small-town newspaper
SUMMARY: A rural Kansas county has agreed to pay more than $3 million and apologize over a law enforcement raid on a small-town weekly newspaper in 2023. Eric Meyer, editor and publisher of the Marion County Record, said Tuesday he hoped Marion County’s payment would deter similar actions against other news organizations in the future. The raid sparked an outcry over press freedom and prompted five federal lawsuits. County sheriff’s officers were involved in the raid and helped draft search warrants Marion city police used to enter the newspaper’s offices and other locations. Meyer’s 98-year-old mother, co-owner of the paper, died of a heart attack the next day, something the publisher blamed on the stress of the raid.
WORDS: 1036 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 1:51 p.m. CST
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MINNESOTA
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US-MED–Infant Formula-Botulism Recall-Explainer
A baby formula recall linked to an infant botulism outbreak is expanding. Here’s what to know
SUMMARY: ByHeart, which makes organic infant formula, has recalled all of its products sold throughout the U.S. amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism. A California health official says the outbreak, which started in August, has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. No deaths have been reported. ByHeart officials say parents and caregivers who have the formula in their homes stop using it immediately and dispose of the product. The most recent cases were confirmed in November. Botulism is a rare but serious disease that can cause paralysis and death. Symptoms can take weeks to develop.
WORDS: 909 – MOVED: 11/09/2025 2:46 p.m. CST
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MISSOURI
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US–Congressional Map-Utah
Judge adopts Utah congressional map creating a Democratic-leaning district for 2026
SUMMARY: A Utah judge has rejected a new congressional map drawn by Republican lawmakers. Judge Dianna Gibson adopted an alternate proposal giving Democrats a strong shot at flipping a seat in the 2026 midterm elections. Gibson ruled late Monday that the map approved by the Legislature last month unduly favors Republicans and disfavors Democrats. She ultimately selected a map drawn by voting rights groups that keeps Democratic-heavy Salt Lake County almost entirely within one district. Republicans hold all four of Utah’s U.S. House seats. The newly approved map gives Democrats a much stronger chance to flip a seat. The state last had a Democrat in Congress in early 2021.
WORDS: 676 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 2:53 a.m. CST
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US–Kansas-Newspaper Raid
A Kansas county agrees to pay $3 million and apologize over a raid on a small-town newspaper
SUMMARY: A rural Kansas county has agreed to pay more than $3 million and apologize over a law enforcement raid on a small-town weekly newspaper in 2023. Eric Meyer, editor and publisher of the Marion County Record, said Tuesday he hoped Marion County’s payment would deter similar actions against other news organizations in the future. The raid sparked an outcry over press freedom and prompted five federal lawsuits. County sheriff’s officers were involved in the raid and helped draft search warrants Marion city police used to enter the newspaper’s offices and other locations. Meyer’s 98-year-old mother, co-owner of the paper, died of a heart attack the next day, something the publisher blamed on the stress of the raid.
WORDS: 1036 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 1:51 p.m. CST
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US–Government Shutdown-Food Aid-What to Know
What to know about the status of SNAP food aid as a vote nears to end the shutdown
SUMMARY: Congress could soon resume food aid benefits that were paused at the start of November. How fast SNAP payments reach beneficiaries could vary by state. Some experts say it could be quicker in states that have not loaded debit cards with any benefits yet than in those that have provided partial payments. President Donald Trump’s administration halted payments for the program used by 1 in 8 Americans due to the government shutdown. It has been subject to seesawing legal decisions ever since. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Tuesday to keep on hold lower-court rulings that the government should immediately fully fund the program.
WORDS: 845 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 10:50 p.m. CST
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OKLAHOMA
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REL-US–Catholic Bishops
US Catholic bishops select conservative culture warrior to lead them during Trump’s second term
SUMMARY: U.S. Catholic bishops have elected Oklahoma City Archbishop Paul Coakley as their new president, choosing a conservative culture warrior to lead during President Donald Trump’s second term. The vote Tuesday serves as a barometer for the bishops’ priorities. In choosing Coakley, the bishops are doubling down on their conservative bent, even as they push for more humane immigration policies from the Trump administration. Coakley was seen as a strong contender for the top post, having already been elected in 2022 to serve as secretary, the No. 3 conference official. In three rounds of voting, he edged out centrist candidate Bishop Daniel Flores of Brownsville, Texas.
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SPORTS
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KANSAS
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BKC–T25-Kansas-Peterson
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson misses game with hamstring injury
SUMMARY: Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson missed Tuesday night’s game against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi due to a hamstring injury. Jayhawks coach Bill Self believes the injury won’t keep the potential NBA lottery pick out for long. The No. 25 Jayhawks still managed a 77-46 victory without Peterson, who was the top high school recruit. Peterson scored 21 points in his college debut and 22 against North Carolina but has faced cramping issues. Kohl Rosario stepped up with 16 points in Peterson’s absence. Kansas faces Princeton on Saturday and has upcoming games against Duke, Notre Dame and Syracuse.
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BKC–T25-Texas A&M-CC-Kansas
No. 25 Kansas cruises without Peterson to 77-46 rout of Texas A&M-Corpus Christi
SUMMARY: No. 25 Kansas bounced back from last week’s loss to North Carolina with a 77-46 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. Kohl Rosario scored 16 points to help cover for the absence of freshman Darryn Peterson. Peterson, the nation’s top recruit, has been dealing with cramping issues. The Jayhawks held the Islanders to 32% shooting, winning their 22nd consecutive nonconference home game. Kansas was initially sluggish without Peterson, but Rosario’s performance helped the Jayhawks pull away. They face high-profile games against teams like Duke and UConn before Big 12 play begins.
WORDS: 372 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 9:07 p.m. CST
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MINNESOTA
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HKN–Sharks-Wild
Graf scores in OT as Sharks come back to beat Wild 2-1
SUMMARY: Collin Graf scored 2:41 into overtime and the surging San Jose Sharks came back to beat the Minnesota Wild 2-1 on Tuesday night. Macklin Celebrini fed Graf the puck in the middle near the goal mouth. Graf deked Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson, leaving an open net to put away the winner for just his second goal of the season. Will Smith had his seventh goal of the season and Yaroslav Askarov made 28 saves in goal for San Jose, which has won four in a row and has points in seven straight. Matt Boldy had a second-period, power-play goal for Minnesota. Gustavsson stopped 16 shots.
WORDS: 324 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 10:04 p.m. CST
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MISSOURI
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FBN–Bills Moves
Buffalo Bills add receiver depth by signing former Chiefs player Mecole Hardman to practice squad
SUMMARY: Unable to land a receiver at the NFL trade deadline last week, the Buffalo Bills turned to the free agent pool by signing Mecole Hardman to their practice squad. The 27-year-old has six seasons of NFL experience, including five-plus with the Kansas City Chiefs. After closing last season in KC with a knee injury, Hardman has been out of a job since being released off Green Bay’s practice squad on Sept. 23. The Bills have been in the market for receiver depth to improve a Josh Allen-led passing game that’s had difficulty pushing the ball downfield this season.
WORDS: 292 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 4:50 p.m. CST
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HKN–Flames-Blues
Walker, Binnington lead Blues to 3-2 win over Flames
SUMMARY: Nathan Walker scored the game-winning goal and Oskar Sundqvist added two assists, lifting the St. Louis Blues to a 3-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday night. Jordan Binnington registered 38 saves in his fourth win in 12 games. Binnington had been pulled in the second period in his previous start against the Capitals giving up four goals on 15 shots, including Alex Ovechkin’s historic 900th career goal. Dustin Wolf recorded 28 saves. Dylan Holloway and Matthew Kessel also scored for St. Louis. Calgary, which was shut out in its two previous games, got goals from Matt Coronato and Rasmus Andersson.
WORDS: 333 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 9:55 p.m. CST
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BKC–Arkansas State-Missouri State
Jackson scores 33, Arkansas State takes down Missouri State 86-85
SUMMARY: The Arkansas State Red Wolves defeated the Missouri State Bears 86-85 on Tuesday led by Chandler Jackson’s 33 points. The Red Wolves improved to 2-1 with the win and the Bears fell to 2-1.
WORDS: 184 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 10:03 p.m. CST
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HKN–Blues-Binnington
Jordan Binnington passes his agent for another Blues franchise record
SUMMARY: Jordan Binnington set another franchise record for St. Louis, and he is looking forward to having a little fun with the milestone. The 32-year-old Binnington played in his 348th game in a 3-2 win over Calgary, passing Mike Liut for most games played by a goaltender in franchise history. Liut is Binnington’s agent. Binnington says, “It’s cool how life works like that.” Binnington, a third-round pick in the 2011 draft, has spent his entire career with St. Louis. He became the franchise wins leader with his 152nd victory in 2024, also passing Liut.
WORDS: 460 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 11:20 p.m. CST
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NEBRASKA
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BKC–Maryland Eastern Shore-Nebraska
Sam Hoiberg records career-high 18 points as Nebraska beats Maryland Eastern Shore 69-50
SUMMARY: Pryce Sandfort and Sam Hoiberg combined for 37 points in Nebraska’s 69-50 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Tuesday night.
WORDS: 197 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 9:16 p.m. CST
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BKC–T25-Creighton-Gonzaga
No. 19 Gonzaga dominates 2nd half in 90-63 win over No. 23 Creighton
SUMMARY: Graham Ike had 20 points and 10 rebounds as No. 19 Gonzaga smothered No. 23 Creighton in the second half of a 90-63 victory. Braden Huff added 14 points, Mario Saint-Supery scored 13 off the bench and the Bulldogs reeled off a 21-0 run to earn their fourth straight win over the Bluejays, tying the all-time series at 6-all. Blake Harper and Nik Graves finished with 12 points apiece for Creighton, which committed 18 turnovers and shot 37% from the field — including 28% from 3-point range. After leading by six at halftime, Gonzaga outscored the Bluejays 46-25 over the final 20 minutes. Creighton shot 28% in the second half after connecting at a 46% clip in the first period.
WORDS: 417 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 11:53 p.m. CST
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NORTH DAKOTA
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BKC–Mayville St-North Dakota
Curtis scores 22 in North Dakota’s 128-58 victory over Mayville State
SUMMARY: Led by Micah Curtis’ 22 points, the North Dakota Fighting Hawks defeated the Mayville State Comets 128-58 on Tuesday. The Fighting Hawks are now 1-3 on the season.
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BKC–Cal State Northridge-North Dakota State
Wheeler-Thomas scores 22, North Dakota State knocks off CSU Northridge 90-68
SUMMARY: Led by Damari Wheeler-Thomas’ 22 points, the North Dakota State Bison defeated the Cal State-Northridge Matadors 90-68 on Tuesday. The Bison are now 1-2 on the season, while the Matadors moved to 2-2.
WORDS: 122 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 10:30 p.m. CST
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OKLAHOMA
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BKN–Obit-Richardson
Michael Ray Richardson, versatile guard banned from NBA for violating drug policy in the 1980s, dies
SUMMARY: Michael Ray Richardson, a versatile guard who was banned from the NBA for violating its drug policy in the 1980s, has died. He was 70. Richardson’s attorney and close friend, John Zelbst, confirmed his death to The Associated Press. Richardson, who had prostate cancer, died Tuesday at his Lawton, Oklahoma, home, with his wife, Kimberly, present. News outlet Andscape first reported his death. Richardson was a three-time All-Big Sky Conference player at Montana before being selected No. 4 in the 1978 NBA draft, two slots ahead of Larry Bird. He was banned in 1986 after violating the drug policy for cocaine use.
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BKC–Arkansas-Pine Bluff-Oklahoma
Brown scores 19, Sooners cruise past Arkansas-Pine Bluff 95-69
SUMMARY: Xzayvier Brown scored a game-high 19 points, Nijel Pack and Dayton Forsythe each added 15 and Oklahoma took down Arkansas-Pine Bluff, 95-69 on Tuesday night. Brown was 7-of-13 from the field and 5-for-5 from the charity stripe, adding 4 steals, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists for the Sooners (2-1). Tae Davis scored 13 points and hauled in 15 rebounds (11 offensive rebounds) for the fifth double-double of his career (most recently in a 20-point, 10-rebound game against Dartmouth on Dec. 11, 2024). Derrion Reid added 12 points on 5-of-8 shooting.
WORDS: 238 – MOVED: 11/11/2025 9:12 p.m. CST
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BKC–Southwestern Christian-Incarnate Word
Staveskie with triple-double, leads Incarnate Word over Southwestern Christian 109-70
SUMMARY: Tahj Staveskie has achieved a triple-double, scoring 29 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and making 10 assists. This performance led Incarnate Word to a 109-70 victory over Southwestern Christian on Tuesday night. Jordan Pyke contributed 17 points for the Cardinals, who now have a 2-1 record. Harrison Reede added 12 points. For the Eagles, Michal Wooldridge led with 13 points, while JaColby Williams scored 10 points. Jalen Goar finished with nine points. The Associated Press created this story using technology from Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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BKN–Warriors-Thunder
Gilgeous-Alexander’s 28 points, Holmgren’s perfect shooting lead Thunder in rout of Warriors
SUMMARY: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 28 points and 11 assists in three quarters as the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Golden State Warriors 126-102. Chet Holmgren had a perfect shooting performance, scoring 23 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Isaiah Joe and Ajay Mitchell contributed 18 and 17 points respectively as the Thunder improved to 11-1. Stephen Curry returned after missing three games due to illness. He scored just 11 points and played in foul trouble. The Thunder’s defense held the Warriors to their second-lowest scoring effort of the season. Oklahoma City remained unbeaten at home.
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BKN–Thunder-Holmgren
Holmgren’s perfect shooting night helps Thunder roll past Warriors and shows his overall growth
SUMMARY: Chet Holmgren has delivered a flawless performance for the Oklahoma City Thunder. On Tuesday, he went 9-for-9 shooting from the field, including two 3-pointers and three free throws, scoring 23 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. The Thunder defeated the Golden State Warriors 126-102. Holmgren didn’t realize he was perfect during the game, as he focused on making plays. Thunder coach Mark Daigneault said Holmgren’s success was inevitable due to his movement and creativity. Holmgren has been key to the Thunder’s 11-1 start, averaging 19.6 points and 8.9 rebounds per game.
WORDS: 422 – MOVED: 11/12/2025 12:18 a.m. CST
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