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Republicans face court setbacks, Trump law firm steps down

By Maryclaire Dale, Mark Scolforo, Associated Press

Republicans suffered setbacks to court challenges over the presidential election in three battleground states on Friday as a national law firm that came under fire for its work for President Trump's campaign withdrew from a major Pennsylvania case.

WATCH: Oregon sets ‘freeze’ order for some businesses amid coronavirus surge

By Associated Press

Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Friday announced a statewide two-week “freeze” which will limit restaurants and bars to take-out only and close gyms, indoor and outdoor recreational facilities during that period.

Film Academy Museum completes pre-fundraising goal

By Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press

Located in Los Angeles at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, the Academy Museum is set to open on April 30, five days after the 93rd Academy Awards. An inaugural exhibit will celebrate legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki.

Trump wins North Carolina, hits 232 electoral votes

By Associated Press

President Donald Trump has won North Carolina and its 15 electoral votes, staving off a hard-fought challenge by Democratic nominee Joe Biden and holding the battleground state for Republicans.

Michigan governor seeks shutdown of Great Lakes oil pipeline

By John Flesher, Associated Press

"Enbridge has routinely refused to take action to protect our Great Lakes and the millions of Americans who depend on them for clean drinking water and good jobs," the Democratic governor said in a statement.

WATCH: Trump falsely takes credit for COVID-19 vaccine while delivering update on Operation Warp Speed

By Zeke Miller, Kevin Freking, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press

President Donald Trump is set to deliver his first public remarks since his defeat by President-elect Joe Biden, as he seeks to highlight positive developments in the race for a vaccine for the resurgent coronavirus.

WATCH: California officials give coronavirus update

By Associated Press

A statement from Newsom’s office Friday says the advisories urge against non-essential out-of-state travel. It recommends people quarantine for 14 days after arriving from another state or country and encourages residents to stay local.

WATCH: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker gives coronavirus update

By Alanna Durkin Richer, Steve LeBlanc, Associated Press

Once a coronavirus hot spot, Massachusetts was seen as a model for infection control this summer as coronavirus cases and deaths dwindled. Now, experts are warning the state could be headed for a bleak winter.

Kim Ng becomes highest-ranking woman in MLB operations

By Steven Wine, Associated Press

Kim Ng is believed to be the first female general manager for a men’s team in a major professional sport in North America, the Marlins said.

Hurricane Center says another storm could follow Eta’s deadly path

By Curt Anderson, Freida Frisaro, Associated Press

It could wreak havoc in a region where people are still grappling with more than 120 deaths and many more missing in the aftermath of Eta. This has been an extraordinarily busy hurricane season.