Incendiary devices destroyed hundreds of ballots in ballot drop boxes in Portland and Vancouver, Washington, just days before a tense Election Day. A fire at the Portland drop box was contained with minimal damage, but the fire at the Vancouver box resulted in hundreds of burnt ballots. Official urges affected voters to request replacement ballots. (AP)
Philadelphia’s District Attorney sued Elon Musk and his PAC for running an illegal lottery by offering $1 million to registered voters. Musk’s giveaway scheme was deemed unlawful, as it incentivized voter participation, which violates federal law. Several prize winners have already been reported in key swing states. (NPR)
A 37-year-old Kansas photographer died after being struck by a plane’s propeller while taking photos at Air Capital Drop Zone in Derby. The incident occurred when the plane, after landing, had its propeller still running as the next set of jumpers were boarding. The FAA and NTSB are investigating. (ABC News)
TGI Fridays closed nearly 50 restaurants across the country in a week amid bankruptcy concerns. This wave of closures follows an earlier shutdown of 36 restaurants in January. The chain began the year with 270 locations in the US and had international presence but struggled during the pandemic. (UPI)
An exceptionally rare dime from 1975, missing its “S” mint mark and part of a proof set, sold for over $500,000 in an online auction. Initially kept in a bank vault for over 40 years, the coin is one of only two known to exist without the mint mark, making it highly valuable. (CBS News)