Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to hit Florida’s west coast as a major Category 3 hurricane with 120 mph winds. Forecasters predict it will reach Tampa Bay and cross central Florida en route to the Atlantic Ocean, potentially sparing areas affected by Hurricane Helene. (CBS News)
Two teenagers were arrested for assaulting former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson on Friday. The 12-year-old and 13-year-old were charged with gang assault, with the victims sustaining injuries but managing to fend off the attackers. The circumstances of the altercation and potential for further arrests remain unclear. (UPI)
Federal authorities are investigating an emergency landing of a Frontier Airlines plane in Las Vegas after the crew reported smoke in the cockpit and extinguished a fire in the right engine. No injuries were reported among the 190 passengers and crew who safely disembarked following the incident. (AP)
Pope Francis appointed 21 new cardinals, including prominent figures from South America, expanding the College of Cardinals. The new appointees will receive their red hats on Dec. 8, culminating in a consistory. Francis has now named the majority of cardinals eligible to vote for his successor in a conclave. (NPR)
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is appointing seven new members to the Chicago Board of Education following the sudden resignation of the entire board. Tensions with Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez, along with concerns from City Council members over financial decisions, have added to the situation. (WGN)
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