1am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
President Trump campaigned in Kentucky to boost GOP midterm prospects, while a "No Kings" rally in Lexington energized opposition voters. In California, the Norte wildfire reached 25 percent containment, allowing evacuation orders to be lifted. Pope Leo XIV was discharged from Rome after a successful lung cancer surgery. Additionally, rising diesel costs are driving up grocery and holiday shipping prices, and Hurricane Trudy strengthened to a Category 2 storm near Mexico.
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Trump campaign rally in Kentucky
No Kings rally in Lexington, Kentucky
Southern California wildfire update
Pope Leo XIV discharged from hospital
Rising fuel costs impact shipping prices
Hurricane Trudy strengthens to Category 2
College football game results
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