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Online prediction markets, like Polymarket and Kalshi, were under intense scrutiny in the Biden administration. But Trump officials are embracing the controversial apps, raising new fears about election interference ahead of the midterms.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul about new legislation that would block police departments from collaborating formally with federal immigration authorities.

Photographers and storytellers Karla Gachet and Ivan Kashinsky document cumbia music in Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina and the United States.

Tourists hoping to get close to the Trevi Fountain had to pay 2 euros starting Monday as the city of Rome inaugurated a new fee structure to help raise money and control crowds.

The Downtown Chula Vista Association is excited to announce the return of its annual Día de los Muertos Celebration for a fifth consecutive year, taking place on Saturday, November 1, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. This cherished tradition invites families, friends, and community members to come together and honor the lives of those who have passed while celebrating the joy and color of life. The heart of Downtown Chula Vista, including Third Avenue and Memorial Park, will be transformed into a vibrant tribute filled with cempasuchils, music, large-scale alebrijes, a community altar, and a few friendly competitions. The free community event promises a day filled with live music and dance performances, a lowrider car show with ofrendas, kids crafts, artisan vendors at Mercado by Las Jefas Market, bites and sips, themed photo ops throughout the neighborhood, a community ofrenda and much more Attendees are also encouraged to participate in the altar contest offering cash prizes, or the Catrín/Catrina ensemble competition, with categories for youth, adults, and couples. Sign-ups for the contests can be found here: - Altar Contest Sign-Up - Catrín/Catrina Ensemble Contest Sign-Up Downtown Chula Vista on Facebook / Instagram

Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton agreed to testify in a House investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but the Republican leading the probe said an agreement had not yet been finalized.

It was ruled Dr. James Heaps was denied a fair trial because the judge did not share with his defense counsel a note by the court's foreman pointing out concerns that one juror lacked sufficient English to carry out their duties.

"I want to make sure you know who I'm racing for," wrote Minnesota-born cross-country skiing star Jessie Diggins. Meanwhile, a hospitality center for Team USA families dropped the name "Ice House."

The item was brought forward by councilmembers Marni von Wilpert, Vivian Moreno and Sean Elo-Rivera, who said ICE operations have instilled fear in communities across the country.

KPBS has named Heather Milne Barger its inaugural chief marketing officer. She will oversee a team responsible for marketing strategy, events, social media, branding and messaging, graphic design, advertising, media and public relations, digital content and technology, data analysis, and government affairs.