TODAY News, October 28: Candidates Make Final Push Ahead Of Midterms | Latest Details on Israeli Election Results | Utah Officials Connect Serial Killer Ted Bundy To 1974 Murder of Teenager
TODAYShow Notes
With the crucial midterm elections now just six days away, both parties are doing all they can to get out the vote amid several tight races. Also, vote counting is underway in Israel following yesterday’s pivotal elections and it could take days to know if Benjamin Netanyahu will hold onto power. Plus, forensic advancements were able to help investigators isolate male DNA from the body of a 17-year-old who was murdered more than a half-century ago to determine a direct match to Ted Bundy. And, Walmart U.S is releasing its largest “Thanksgiving Basket” to date ahead of the holiday.
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