NH Courts & Elections: A Merrimack County judge rejected Democrats’ bid to block the Nov. 3 school property tax cap question, clearing the way for the ballot measure after plaintiffs failed to show they’d likely win or face irreparable harm. Judicial Ethics: New Hampshire Chief Justice Gordon MacDonald resigned after an ethics probe tied to a $50,000 payment to a longtime ally; Gov. Kelly Ayotte says she has no set timeline to name a replacement. Voting Rights Fight: The 1st Circuit refused to toss out the DOJ’s voter data lawsuit against New Hampshire, setting up the federal government’s next court explanation. Local Governance: Laconia councilors moved ahead on pole cameras despite public pushback, while Concord police say a missing psychiatric patient has been found and taken into custody. Statehouse Politics: Granite State Democrats and Republicans are also clashing over Russia sanctions, with NH Reps. Maggie Goodlander and Chris Pappas voting against a sanctions bill Shaheen urged. Community & Safety: Manchester police are investigating hate-symbol vandalism at a coffee shop as a hate crime. Energy & Economy: Hooksett is starting construction on a solar project at a former landfill, aiming to cut long-term energy costs for town and schools. Health & Policy: Dartmouth Health says layoffs targeted administrative and leadership roles to protect patient care amid a $60M deficit. Midterms Watch: Political coverage highlights shifting odds and turnout concerns as Election Day nears.