Education: Eight Chicago-area Catholic schools earned Illinois Governor’s Blue Ribbon honors for academic achievement and strong school communities. Names & Identity: New U.S. baby-name data shows Juniper edging past Margot nationally, while cowboy-inspired Stetson ranks above Edward; Maeve is a standout in New Hampshire. Native Culture: The Choctaw Nation’s annual powwow brought 500 dancers and 10 drum groups to Durant, celebrating dance, family and intertribal connections. Arts: West Virginia actor and former Mount Hope mayor Michael Martin was inducted into the state Hall of Fame after a nearly 60-year career. Korean Culture: CJ Group’s Miky Lee received a lifetime achievement medal in Los Angeles for helping expand Korean film, music and television worldwide. Community & Immigration: Los Angeles residents and leaders rallied after federal agents blocked a hospital emergency entrance and detained people outside, urging White Memorial to reject cooperation with immigration enforcement. Historic Firsts: The midterms brought major milestones, including Abdul El-Sayed becoming the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate and New Mexico choosing the nation’s first Native American woman governor. Veterans Day: Communities around Turlock, Oakdale and Riverbank are planning ceremonies and parades for Wednesday.