meteor but that slow mover over chicago was part of a publicity stunt for an energy drink. those are just some of the top stories on this wednesday, november 5th. all right. we need to begin, of course, stinging defeat for the democrats as republicans reign on capitol hill taking back the senate and retaining control of the house. >> president obama invited congressional members from both parties to the white house. >> good morning. this was a huge night for republicans. they needed six seats to take control of the senate and so far they have seven. that number could grow. this is a major shift here on capitol hill. republican majorities in the house and now the senate. and it was, of course, a big night for that party but also democrats had a very rough night. it was a resounding defeat. and voters said they are not happy with the direction the