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Inflation is almost back to normal, but it may not be enough to buoy Democrats on Election Day. We'll break down the impact of Elon Musk's misleading and false election claims on X. Six Idaho counties are banned from giving out Covid-19 vaccines. New Haven, Connecticut officials are considering apologizing for a 200-year-old decision. Plus, you can now bring home the essence of Lake Como.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Polls in the final hours before Election Day show it’s going to be one of the closest in decades, as both presidential candidates cram their schedules to persuade undecided voters. Meanwhile, the race for the Senate is heating up, as Republican hopefuls campaign to be Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell’s successor. Texas prosecutors say they’ve uncovered a scheme that’s led to hundreds of uncertified teachers in the state. A province in Pakistan wants to work with India to tackle air pollution. Plus, we’ll tell you the word of the summer, that’s now Collins Dictionary’s word of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the polls show a tight race, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are blitzing through battleground states in the hours before election day. RFK jr. says a new Trump administration would advise that fluoride be removed from American water supplies. Israeli police have arrested a top aide to the prime minister over allegedly leaking classified information. Indonesian officials say at least six people are dead after a series of volcanic eruptions. Plus, we'll tell you why angry crowds booed and threw eggs at Spain's king and queen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The two top candidates for president are sprinting to the finish line with contrasting final pitches to voters in key battleground states. More storms are expected today as people in Oklahoma survey the damage caused by tornado-spawning storms over the weekend. Humanitarian groups are warning of catastrophe as Israel formally notified the UN it’s cutting ties with UNRWA. Music titan Quincy Jones has died. Plus, we'll have the results of the NYC marathon as a new city joins an elite race circuit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As polls remain tight heading into Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have been blitzing the battlegrounds trying to turn out every vote. A group of CNN reporters tell us what it’s been like tagging along for the ride since the beginning. Guests: Ebony Davis, Katherine Sullivan, Kit Maher, Aaron Pellish – CNN Embeds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An 18-year-old mountain climber became the youngest ever to summit the world's highest peaks. The slime in your home could be the key to helping fight climate change – send these scientists a picture. Food insecurity is a problem for some Los Angeles residents, so this nonprofit is crop swapping. A cello-playing robot made musical history. Plus, an 81-year-old makes finishing the New York City Marathon look easy – he shares some tips ahead of Sunday's race.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with a plan for both US presidential campaigns if the race is too close to call. We’ll tell you which companies are offering promotions and discounts on Election Day. A soldier has been charged for the death of a sergeant who disappeared on a US military base. UN leaders are calling the humanitarian crisis in northern Gaza “apocalyptic.” Plus, Dodgers fans are celebrating their team's World Series championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump’s violent rhetoric against one of his political foes is sparking outrage. Police chiefs in battleground states are making new plans to secure elections. Rescue workers are searching for victims following a tragic roof collapse at a train station. A White Marine veteran accused of killing a homeless Black man on a subway last year is on trial. And, we’ll tell you about a new a medical device that could help relieve symptoms of depression at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 With the election looming, the US economy added far fewer jobs in October. Police in Orlando say a 17-year-old shooter opened fire at two Halloween gatherings. A crucial manufacturer of IV fluids has resumed operations, but supply shortages across the country could last a few more weeks. Crew and passengers on a United Airlines flight had to stop what documents describe as an unprovoked attack on a sleeping passenger. Plus, Wendy’s is closing stores in underperforming areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have the latest numbers from the last Jobs report before the election. The Biden administration is trying to ‘Trump proof’ its achievements in case former President Donald Trump wins the election. Meanwhile, Trump is suing CBS over its interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. Satellite images are showing the scale of devastation from deadly flooding in Spain, as the death toll continues to rise. Plus, we’ll explain how “raccoon balls” could help Germany protect its biodiversity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices