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1. Pfizer announced Tuesday that it is seeking emergency use authorization from the FDA for its experimental antiviral COVID-19 pill. The pill is meant to treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in patients at increased risk of hospitalizations or death. (WMTW)
2. The Portland School Board Tuesday unanimously approved $3,000 hiring and retention bonuses for bus drivers. The policy also includes a $1,000 referral bonus. (WMTW)
3. Most Versant Power residential customers will see the rate jump by roughly 88 percent next year adding roughly $30 per month to the bill of an average household. The increase foreshadows what is likely to be a similar jump for CMP customers. (PRESS HERALD)
4. Los Angeles’ iconic Staples Center — home of the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, Sparks and Kings — is getting a new name for Christmas: Crypto.com Arena. The agreement will cost $700 million over the next two decades and is thought to be the biggest naming rights deal in history. (CBS)
5. McDonald’s is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Egg McMuffin on Thursday (November 18th) by offering the breakfast icon at its original price – 63 cents. (SOUTHERN LIVING)
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