Stories from November 15, 2025

Quiet night ahead; comfortable Sunday to follow
After winds ease tonight, we head into a quiet and seasonal Sunday, with temperatures trending a bit warmer than what’s typical for mid-November.
How Trump has used pardons and clemency to reward allies and supporters
In his second term, President Donald Trump has largely used his clemency power to benefit allies, donors and culture-war figures — including Jan. 6 defendants.
Pope Leo returns 62 artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada
The Vatican returned 62 artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada, a historic restitution that is part of the Catholic Church's reckoning with its role in helping suppress Indigenous culture.
Firm tied to Kristi Noem secretly received money from $220M DHS ad contracts
The company is run by the husband of Noem’s chief DHS spokesperson and has personal and business ties to Noem and her aides. DHS invoked the “emergency” at the border to skirt competitive bidding rules for the taxpayer-funded campaign.
Edwards' 30 points power Timberwolves to 3rd straight win, 124-110 over Kings in NBA Cup
Anthony Edwards scored 30 points and Julius Randle added 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the fourth quarter and beat the Sacramento Kings 124-110 in an NBA Cup game.
Minnesota falls 42–13 as Oregon QB Dante Moore shines
Dante Moore threw for two touchdowns and freshman Jordon Davison ran for another pair to lead No. 7 Oregon to a 42-13 victory over Minnesota.
Ask a Bookseller: ‘Burner: And Other Stories’ by Katrina Denza
Kimberly Daniels of The Country Bookshop in Southern Pines, North Carolina, recommends Katrina Denza’s new collection "Burner: And Other Stories.”
Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as pressure builds on consumer prices
President Donald Trump's executive order comes after voters in off-year elections this month cited economic concerns as their top issue, resulting in big wins for Democrats in races in Virginia and New Jersey.