California battered by torrential rain and flooding; New attacks on Red Sea shipping after U.S. military hits back against Iran-backed militants; Britain's King Charles diagnosed with cancer; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Evacuation orders in parts of California as dangerous storm brings strong winds, heavy rain; Fallout across the region after U.S. launches airstrikes in Iraq and Syria; Firefighters battle deadly wildfires in Chile; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

U.S. Strikes: An up-close look at military operations; U.S. expands airstrikes in Middle East; California braces for powerful storm with millions at risk for flooding, strong winds; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

U.S. begins retaliatory strikes in Iraq and Syria as slain soldiers arrive home; Closing arguments in the Jennifer Crumbley involuntary manslaughter trial; Fulton County DA Fani Willis acknowledges personal relationship with special prosecutor; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Defense Secretary Austin apologizes for keeping his hospitalization secret from President Biden and the public; Mother of Michigan school shooter testifies in her own defense; Airport hangar collapse kills 3 in Boise, Idaho; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Social media execs grilled in Congress over child safety concerns; U.S. plans 'campaign' of retaliatory strikes after killing of 3 soldiers, officials say; FBI Director Christopher Wray warns of alarming hacking threat from China; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Biden says he has decided how to respond to deadly drone attack on U.S. base; House Committee moves forward on Mayorkas impeachment; Undercover Israeli forces kill 3 militants in bold hospital raid and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Three U.S. soldiers killed in drone attack in Jordan identified; Israel says U.N. aid workers may have been involved in Hamas attack; Judge denies Alex Murdaugh's request for a new trial; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

3 U.S. soldiers killed in drone attack in Jordan; Biden vows to retaliate after deaths of U.S. soldiers in Jordan; Nikki Haley reveals her home was target of swatting incident last month; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Trump holds first campaign event since jury ordered him to pay $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll; Boeing 737 Max 9 flights resume for first time since grounding; U.S. warning travelers to the Bahamas to exercise caution after spike in crime; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Jury orders Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $83.3 million in defamation damages; Ice jam threatens flash flood emergency in Midwest; Court of Justice: Israel must do more to prevent Gaza killings; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

From campaign to courtroom: Trump testifies in defamation damages trial; U.S. economy shows more robust growth as recession fears ease; Testimony begins in trial of mother charged in school shooting committed by son; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Boeing's CEO meets with U.S. lawmakers on Capitol Hill; Haley staying in race despite Trump's historic NH victory; Biden secures UAW endorsement and looks to rematch with Trump; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Haley says she won't drop out even if she loses N.H. primary; Young Democratic primary voters voice reason for Biden campaign concern; 24 Israeli soldiers killed in deadliest day in the war against Hamas; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Haley under pressure in New Hampshire after DeSantis endorses Trump; Winter storms continue to pummel the U.S.; FAA urging inspection of another Boeing plane model; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Ron DeSantis suspends his 2024 presidential campaign; New details revealed about attack on U.S. military base in Iraq; Man who survived 6 days trapped in truck after crash tells story; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Nikki Haley questions Trump’s mental competence in lead-up to New Hampshire’s primary; Deadly Arctic blast impacts much of the United States; Attack on U.S. military base in Iraq raises concerns of wider conflict in region; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Nearly 60 dead as Arctic cold blankets the nation; Boeing cargo plane forced to make emergency landing after fire and "engine malfunction"; U.S. launches new strikes against Iran-backed militia; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Unrelenting winter storm impacting tens of millions across the U.S.; DOJ releases scathing investigation into Uvalde law enforcement response; Explosion levels building in Washington, D.C.; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Trump attends court as critical NH primary looms; With Boeing 737 MAX 9 fleet still grounded, FAA completes first group of inspections; Palestinian American college student paralyzed in Vermont shooting speaks out for the first time; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Trump moves on to New Hampshire after landslide Iowa win; Gilgo Beach suspect charged in fourth murder; U.S. striking back against Houthi rebels; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Iowa caucusgoers kick off 2024 presidential campaign; State of emergency as U.S. faces arctic blast; Search continues for Navy SEALs missing in Gulf of Aden; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Dangerous winter storms impact tens of millions across the U.S. over the weekend; Brutal cold grips Iowa in hours leading up to caucuses; Border Patrol prevented by Texas officials from intervening to help drowning migrants, WH says; and more on tonight’s broadcast.  

Melissa Ben-Ishay built her own company, Baked By Melissa, after being fired from her advertising job. What started from humble beginnings has now grown to stores in three states plus nationwide delivery. In the time since, she’s expanded her reach on social media by making irresistible salads, which inspired her new book, “Come Hungry.” 

Iranian-backed militia vows revenge after strikes by U.S. and U.K.; Severe weather across the U.S. causing travel headaches; FAA says it is increasing oversight of Boeing production; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Closing arguments in Trump New York civil trial; Hunter Biden pleads not guilty in federal court; Avalanche survivor says ‘no doubt’ he thought he would die; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Tens of millions still reeling from monstrous winter storm that walloped much of the U.S.; Chris Christie suspends campaign for 2024 presidential race; Hunter Biden surprises GOP members by showing up to House contempt hearing; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Monster storm system sparks deadly tornado outbreak in Gulf Coast and Southeast; Secretary Austin hospitalized for prostate cancer treatment complications: Walter Reed officials; Trump’s lawyer urges court to find him immune from prosecution for efforts to overturn election; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as Walter Reed National Military Medical Center officials announce Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Part of Alaska Airlines plane that blew out mid-flight found; Biden has ‘complete confidence’ in Defense Secretary despite secret hospitalization; GOP candidates targeting Trump as Iowa caucuses near; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Passengers describe terrifying experience after piece of Alaska Airlines plane detached midair; Heavy snow blankets parts of the Northeast, causing power outages and dangerous road conditions; Fallout grows over defense secretary’s secret hospitalization; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Piece of Alaska Airlines plane detaches mid-flight, prompting emergency landing; First winter storm of new year moves through Northeast; U.S. official: Pentagon waited days to inform W.H. officials of defense secretary’s hospitalization; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

30 million across East Coast preparing for winter storm; Supreme Court will hear Trump appeal over Colorado ballot ban; Deadly tour bus crash in upstate New York; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Sixth grader killed, five others injured at school shooting in Perry, Iowa; U.S. airstrike kills leader of Iranian-backed militia in Baghdad; Newly unsealed documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein’s relationships with powerful people; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

At least 95 dead in Iran after explosions during memorial ceremony for Qassem Soleimani; In-depth look at the front lines of the southern border crisis; Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn Colorado’s ruling banning him on 2024 ballot; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Two planes collide in deadly crash on runway in Japan; Harvard President Claudine Gay announces resignation; Top Hamas leader killed in Beirut strike; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Japan rocked by powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake; Israel pulling troops out of Gaza to pace itself for long-haul conflict; 10-year-old boy arrested after fatal shooting of 10-year-old boy; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Dazzling displays and celebrations roll out around the world to ring in new year; U.S. Navy helicopters sink Houthi boats that fired on them in Red Sea; Netanyahu vows Israel-Hamas war will continue for ‘many more months’; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Millions under high surf warnings in California after dangerous ocean waves; Security measures ramping up in Times Square ahead of New Year’s Eve; Bodycam footage released after Los Angeles deputy fatally shot woman who called 911; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Monster waves on West Coast causing flooding, evacuations and ocean rescues; Holiday season brings record travel to U.S. airports; Russia unleashes massive aerial attack on Ukraine; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Severe weather from coast-to-coast could impact New Years travel; IDF says it ‘regrets’ harming uninvolved Gazans amid strike on refugee camp; Nikki Haley attempts to recover after Civil War comments receive backlash; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Severe weather causing travel delays across country; Inside the largest Hamas tunnel discovered by the Israeli military; Fishermen discover man trapped in mangled truck under Indiana highway; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

U.S. conducts airstrikes against Iranian-backed militias in retaliation for attack on Erbil Air Base; Israel warns war with Hamas will go on for many more months; Thousands of migrants join caravan in Central America headed for U.S.; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Prime Minister Netanyahu visits Israeli soldiers in Gaza hours after devastating strike; Ukraine battling Russian attacks as President Zelenskyy struggles to secure more aid; Lahaina residents’ desperate need for housing months after wildfire devastation; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Fog alerts lead to ripple effect of flight delays nationwide, slowing Christmas Eve travel rush; New video of extensive Hamas tunnel system released by Israeli military; Respiratory illnesses on the rise across U.S. as millions gather for holiday weekend; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Supreme Court declines special counsel’s request to weigh in now on former President Trump immunity; What we know about the first known American hostage killed in Israel-Hamas war; Bodycam footage shows Prague police response after deadly mass shooting; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

At least 14 people killed in Prague mass shooting; Airport challenges amid record holiday travel rush; Texas governor flies migrants from border to Chicago; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

President Biden weighs in after Colorado’s Supreme Court removes former President Trump from 2024 ballot; Israel says the mistakenly killed hostages had escaped Hamas 5 days earlier; 10 Americans were released from Venezuela in exchange for a Maduro ally; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Trump removed from 2024 ballot in Colorado, state’s supreme court rules; Parts of Northeast remain under flood alerts after monstrous storm; Massive volcanic eruption in Iceland threatening communities as lava spews; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Dangerous storm slams East Coast, leaving people with flood damage and power outages; Mounting pressure on Israel to negotiate with Hamas on more hostage releases; Pope Francis gives Catholic priests permission to bless same-sex couples; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Powerful storm system moving up East Coast brings flooding to South Carolina; New information revealed about mistaken shooting of 3 hostages by Israeli military; Trump holds rally in Nevada a day after controversial comments about immigrants; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Millions of Americans are under weather alerts as a winter storm moves across the East Coast, protests broke out in Israel over the three Israeli hostages accidentally killed, and a U.S. ship shot down fourteen attack drones in the Middle East. 

Jury orders Giuliani to pay two Georgia election workers more than $148 million; Israeli military accidentally kills 3 hostages after mistaking them for Hamas fighters; Flu, RSV and Covid hospitalizations surging, CDC warns; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as the jury reaches a verdict on the amount in damages former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani must pay for defaming Georgia election workers.

U.S. tells Israel to end large-scale ground offensive in Gaza, two sources say; Federal jury weighs financial penalty Giuliani must pay to two Georgia election workers; Putin says there will be peace when ‘we achieve our goals’; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

House votes to formalize Biden impeachment inquiry amid GOP investigation into family finances; Biden meets with families of American hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza; Tesla issues massive recall involving autopilot feature; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Zelenskyy makes urgent plea to Congress for more aid in war against Russia; Biden says Israel is losing support amid ground offensive in Gaza; A rare look at America’s new technology to counter China’s space threat; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as President Biden and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy hold a joint news conference.

Texas mother leaving state to receive abortion that doctors say she urgently needs; Deadly tornado outbreak in Tennessee kills at least 6, hospitalizes dozens; Released hostage says others held by Hamas ‘need to get out today’ otherwise they ‘won’t live’; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Deadly tornadoes carve destructive paths through Tennessee neighborhoods; Tens of millions under flood alerts as storm system moves across Northeast; Gaza’s health system collapsing, World Health Organization reports; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Tornadoes rip across Tennessee as a winter storm moves across the country, the president of the University of Pennsylvania resigns after facing backlash for her handling of antisemitism on campus and the Texas supreme court blocks a woman from having an emergency abortion.  

17-year-old Michigan mass shooter given multiple life sentences; FDA approves groundbreaking sickle cell anemia treatment; Global outrage after Palestinian men are stripped to their underwear by Israeli troops; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Shots fired outside synagogue in Albany, suspect in custody; UNLV shooting suspect was career professor who was rejected from job, sheriff says; Freed Hamas hostage returns home to her devastated kibbutz; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Multiple victims, suspect dead in University of Nevada, Las Vegas shooting; Suspect in custody after six people were killed in Austin and San Antonio; Deadly flooding in Pacific Northwest after relentless rain; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as police respond to an active shooter situation at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Growing evidence of Hamas’ sexual crimes against women during attack, Israeli investigators say; Millions in Pacific Northwest under flood alerts as multiple storms hit region; Zelenskyy aide says Ukraine faces risk of losing war without more U.S. military aid; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Mortal Sin, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline.Dawn and Nick Hacheney are the perfect couple: spiritual, loving, and devoted to the church where Nick is a pastor. When Dawn is killed in a house fire the day after Christmas, the pastor and his flock are devastated. What few knew at the time was the dark prophecy that foretold it. In Dateline’s latest original podcast series, Josh Mankiewicz tells a twisted tale about sex, lies, religion…and murder.Listen to the first 2 episodes now for free or subscribe to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts to get access to new episodes 1 week early. Subscribers can also listen to all Dateline podcasts ad-free: https://link.chtbl.com/mtlsin_fdlw

Israel expands ground offensive against Hamas in Gaza; White House condemns pro-Palestinian protest at Philadelphia restaurant as antisemitic; What we know about the mysterious illness hitting dogs; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

USS Carney responded after attacks on civilian ships in Red Sea, Defense officials confirm; Israel announces ground offensive into southern Gaza has begun; Man kills German tourist in knife attack near Eiffel Tower, police report; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Israel has continued its attacks on Gaza, a suspected serial killer was caught in California after four people were killed over the course of four days and polar bears are invading a town in Canada at a record rate. 

George Santos expelled from Congress after House vote; Fighting resumes in Gaza after cease-fire ends; Sandra Day O’Connor, first female Supreme Court justice, dies at 93; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Cease-fire in Gaza will extend at least through tomorrow, Israeli military says; Mothers of college students shot in Vermont speak out about incident; House Republicans set to decide fate of Rep. George Santos tomorrow; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

American among 12 additional hostages released as cease-fire continues; Deadly U.S. Air Force Osprey crash off of Japan’s southern coast; Gas prices are down as U.S. oil production is back up to record levels; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as an American hostage is released by Hamas.

12 more hostages released by Hamas; Millions of Americans hit with first winter blast; Alex Murdaugh sentenced to 27 years for financial crimes; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Inside hostages’ 49 days of captivity while being held by Hamas; Suspect arraigned in shooting of three students of Palestinian descent in Vermont; China grappling with spike in respiratory illnesses, U.S. seeing rise in flu and RSV cases; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Hamas releases first U.S. citizen as part of temporary cease-fire agreement; Authorities search for suspect who shot 3 Palestinian college students in Vermont; Sunday predicted to be biggest air travel day in U.S. history; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

More hostages released after the Israel-Hamas deal almost fell through, the police officer convicted of killing George Floyd was stabbed in prison and 14 million Americans are under winter weather alerts. 

24 hostages released by Hamas after 49 days of captivity; Law enforcement cracking down on retail crimes this holiday shopping season; Behind the scenes with the Radio City Rockettes; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as President Biden speaks on the hostages released by Hamas today.

Long-awaited hostage deal set to move ahead; Authorities looking into airline incidents amid Thanksgiving travel rush; Former Obama advisor caught on video berating NYC street vendor; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

FBI investigating fiery vehicle explosion at U.S.-Canada border; Record number of passengers flying this Thanksgiving; 50 hostages to be released, fighting to stop temporarily in Gaza; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Tom Llamas anchors an NBC News Special Report after an explosion of a vehicle entering the U.S. from Canada on Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls.

Premature baby evacuated from Gaza hospital reunited with family; Thanksgiving travel rush expected to break records this year; Activists in Missouri looking to put abortion rights on 2024 ballot; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Inside an Israeli drone command center in the war against Hamas; severe weather as Thanksgiving travel rush underway; Rosalynn Carter remembered as mental health advocate; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at age 96; New hope for release of hostages held in Gaza as U.S. official says deal ‘closer’ than it has been; An inside look at U.S. drone operations amid search for hostages held by Hamas; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Israel announces death of second Hamas hostage found near Al-Shifa hospital; 17-year-old Palestinian American’s journey out of Gaza; FAA racing to address air traffic controller shortage as Thanksgiving travel rush begins; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Israel releases video it says shows Hamas tunnel after Al-Shifa hospital raid; Lester Holt one-on-one with Secretary Antony Blinken; Man who attacked Nancy Pelosi’s husband found guilty; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Israel releases video it says proves hospitals are being used by Hamas; Biden and Chinese President Xi have high-stakes meeting in San Francisco; Investigation underway into Ohio bus crash that killed 6 people; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as President Biden meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time in a year in San Francisco.

Israel says its military is now in control of Gaza City Center; 6 killed in Ohio crash involving student charter bus and semitruck; House Speaker Johnson pushes through spending bill, setting stage to avoid shutdown; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

President Biden says hospitals in Gaza ‘must be protected’; Secret service agent fires weapon during incident outside Naomi Biden’s home; Critical roadway I-10 in California shut down indefinitely after explosive fire; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

U.S. announces new airstrikes in eastern Syria; Doctor details worsening conditions at Gaza City hospital; House Speaker Mike Johnson pushes plan to keep government open as shutdown deadline nears; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Strikes near hospitals in Gaza as Israel-Hamas war intensifies; FBI seizes electronic devices from NYC Mayor Eric Adams; Georgia man arrested over threat to kill Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Israel agrees to implement daily 4-hour pauses in fighting, White House says; Manchin will not seek re-election, a disappointment for Democrats; Nashville college student Jillian Ludwig killed by stray bullet while walking in park; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Tom Llamas and Hallie Jackson anchor special coverage after the NBC News Republican Presidential Debate in Miami. They go one-on-one with the candidates and hear from Republican voters in key early states, with reporting from NBC News correspondents to help break down major takeaways from the debate.

Listen to the NBC News Republican Presidential debate — moderated by Lester Holt and Kristen Welker, joined by Hugh Hewitt — as five candidates face off on the debate stage: former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, businessman Vivek Ramaswamy and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott.

Five Republican candidates face off in NBC News Presidential Debate tonight; Massive chemical plant explosion shakes town of Shepherd, Texas; U.S. pressuring Israel to pause fighting to allow for more aid into Gaza and hostages out; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Israeli military fighting inside Gaza City; Abortion rights taking center stage in multiple races this Election Day; WeWork, once the most valuable startup in the county, files for bankruptcy; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Trump testifies in heated New York civil fraud trial; Israeli troops expected to enter Gaza City soon; Studios give SAG-AFTRA union ‘last, best and final offer’ as strike continues; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Tension between US and Israel over calls for humanitarian “pause”; Biden visits Maine to pay respects to victims of Lewiston mass shooting; FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried convicted on 7 federal counts; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Dozens of Palestinian Americans cross Rafah border out of Gaza as fighting continues; Eric and Donald Trump Jr. testify in former president's New York civil fraud trial; Fellow GOP Senators criticize Tuberville’s hold on military officer confirmations; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

First evacuees make way out of Gaza across Rafah border crossing; Donald Trump Jr. testifies in civil fraud trial in Manhattan; Biden kicks off outreach to rural voters as admin touts $5 billion in federal funding to farming; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Deadly strike on Gaza refugee camp; Months before mass shooting, people who knew Maine suspect warned of his behavior; Police release dramatic new video of Lahaina wildfires; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Israeli military rescues hostage held by Hamas during ground offensive; Striking UAW and General Motors reach a tentative agreement; Mother learns of son's death months after reporting him missing; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Designer and influencer Galey Alix got her own home renovation show on MAX, “Home In A Heartbeat,” after posting videos on social media. She tells NBC News’ Kate Snow how she bounced back from a personal setback and leveraged her skillset to transform rooms in strangers’ homes.  

Israel announces expanding ground operations against Hamas in Gaza; Authorities still searching for Lewiston mass shooting suspect; U.S. conducts airstrikes in Syria after Iranian-backed attacks on U.S. troops; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors tonight from Lewiston, Maine, covering the urgent manhunt for the gunman who killed at least 18 people. Also, Israel launched a “targeted” ground raid in Gaza, and there’s news on the suspect wanted in the killing of a Maryland judge.

Rep. Mike Johnson was elected Speaker of the House; President Biden says Israel has a ‘right and responsibility’ to target Hamas, but must protect civilians; late breaking updates on the Lewiston, Maine mass shooting.

Hallie Jackson anchors an NBC News Special Report after Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana was elected to serve as Speaker of the House after weeks of chaos. Plus, coverage as President Biden discusses the Israel-Hamas war during a joint press conference with Australia’s prime minister at the White House.

Israel-Hamas war: images of Gaza devastation, newly released hostage speaks out; New details of off-duty pilot attempting to shut down plane engines; Ex-Trump attorney Jenna Ellis pleads guilty in Georgia election interference case; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Two Israeli hostages released by Hamas; Pilot in jail on 83 counts of attempted murder after allegedly trying to shut down plane engine; Detroit synagogue president stabbed to death, no arrests announced yet; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as sources say two Israeli hostages were released by Hamas.

Fears of wider war growing as Israeli troops exchange fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon; U.S. military sends aircraft carrier and attack ships to Persian Gulf amid Israel-Hamas war; Release of 2 American hostages gives hope to families with relatives still held in Gaza; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Our team is covering the latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war as two American hostages were released and more diplomatic efforts are underway to free others.

Hallie Jackson anchors an NBC News Special Report as two American hostages are released by Hamas.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as President Biden addresses the nation regarding the Israel-Hamas war.

Lester Holt anchors from inside Israel as new signs emerge that an Israeli ground operation could come soon and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens.

Lester Holt anchors from Israel with coverage of President Biden’s meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu and more details on the deadly hospital blast in Gaza.

Lester Holt anchors from Israel with the latest coverage on the deadly Gaza hospital blast and on President Biden traveling to Israel.

Lester Holt anchors from Israel with details of Hamas releasing its first video of a hostage being held inside Gaza and our team coverage of the war.

Israeli military amasses troops along border ahead of planned coordinated attack; Vulnerable in northern Gaza unable to evacuate ahead of planned invasion of Israeli troops; Rockets, mines among deadly arsenal recovered after Hamas attack on Israel; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

More than 1 million Palestinians in Gaza try to travel south as Israel prepares assault on Hamas; State Department works to evacuate hundreds of Americans in Gaza; Israel’s military vows to kill Hamas leader it says was behind attack; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors from inside Israel amid our continuing coverage of the Israel-Hamas war. We have more details on Israel giving Palestinians 24 hours to head south, U.S. officials helping with efforts to free hostages from Hamas and more.

Lester Holt is on the ground in Israel as we continue our coverage of the Israel-Hamas war. We’ll have more details on Secretary of State Blinken’s meeting with Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu and new details about Hamas’ attack on the Supernova Music Festival.

Lester Holt anchors from Israel as our team continues with the latest coverage of the Israel-Hamas war. We have details on Israeli forces preparing a ground offensive against Hamas and how the war is escalating tensions here in the U.S.

Lester Holt anchors from Tel Aviv with our coverage of the Israel-Hamas war. We have details on Israel intensifying its retaliation after the massive Hamas terror attack, Iran’s potential role in the conflict, and more on tonight’s broadcast.

NBC News’ Hallie Jackson anchors an NBC News Special Report as President Biden makes remarks on the Israel-Hamas war.

Lester Holt anchors from Tel Aviv with our team coverage of the war in Israel. We have details on Israel ordering a “complete siege” of the Gaza strip, families devastated as loved ones are held hostage by Hamas and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Hundreds of airstrikes bring buildings crashing in Gaza as gun battles rage in Israel; Americans could be among those taken hostage during Hamas attack, Blinken says; U.S. to send military assets closer to Israel, Pentagon announces; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Netanyahu says Israel ‘at war’ after Hamas launches surprise attack; Fallout over state intel failure after surprise attack on Israel; Security at U.S. synagogues and mosques ramps up as attacks escalate in Israel and Gaza Strip; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Biden defends administration’s move to extend border wall, officials say; Trump endorses Jim Jordan in House speaker race; Philadelphia police issue arrest warrant for suspect in murder of journalist Josh Kruger; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Biden admin announces expansion of border wall construction in Texas; Chicago overwhelmed with worsening migrant housing crisis; Russian missile strike kills over 50 people in Ukraine, officials say; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Scalise and Jordan jump into House Speaker race; Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers go on strike, demanding more pay and staff; 5 people injured in mass shooting at Morgan State University; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

As a bonus for NBC Nightly News listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of episode 1 of Grapevine, a new original podcast series from NBC News Studios. From the same team that brought you the #1 podcast Southlake, Grapevine tells the story of one family broken apart in the midst of a new anti-LGBTQ culture war, and the high school English teacher caught in the middle. Follow the podcast and listen to the first two episodes now: https://link.chtbl.com/grapevine_alw_

Kevin McCarthy ousted as House speaker after historic vote; Kidnapping suspect in custody after 9-year-old Charlotte Sena was found alive; Trump says he will testify in $250 million civil fraud lawsuit against him; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report after the U.S. House of Representatives voted to remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

Trump back in New York court for civil fraud trial; General Milley: China is a ‘very capable’ intelligence collection organization; Rep. Gaetz moves to oust McCarthy as House Speaker; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Rep. Matt Gaetz threatens to trigger vote to remove Kevin McCarthy as speaker; Biden pushes Congress to pass supplemental bill to keep funds flowing to Ukraine; Trump expected to be in courtroom for first 2 days of civil fraud trial, sources say; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

House passes 45-day spending bill to avoid government shutdown; bill now in the Senate; House Speaker McCarthy braces for response from members of his party after spending bill passes; New York City recovering after record-setting rainfall; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

New York and New Jersey under states of emergency amid heavy rain and flooding; Federal government has one day left to avoid shutdown; Remembering Dianne Feinstein, the longest-serving woman in Senate history; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Government shutdown looming as Congress seems unlikely to pass spending bill; Biden: MAGA movement ‘does not share the basic beliefs’ of democracy; Suspect caught in murder of tech CEO Pava LaPere in Baltimore; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Travis King back in U.S. custody after being held in North Korea; Senator Bob Menendez and wife plead not guilty in alleged bribery scheme; Trump will skip second debate to speak to an audience including auto workers in Detroit; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

As a bonus for NBC Nightly News listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of Grapevine, a new original podcast series from NBC News Studios. From the same team that brought you the #1 podcast Southlake, Grapevine tells the story of one family broken apart in the midst of a new anti-LGBTQ culture war, and the high school English teacher caught in the middle. Follow now to get the first two episodes on Wednesday, October 4: https://link.chtbl.com/grapevine_fdlw

Biden joins striking United Auto Workers on the picket line in Detroit; Judge rules Trump committed fraud by overvaluing assets and net worth; Urgent manhunt underway for the suspected murderer of Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Murder in Apartment 12, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Keith Morrison. The story starts with Nona Dirksmeyer, a young beauty queen. Smart and talented, her future is bright. But just days before her 20th birthday, Nona is murdered in her apartment. Police quickly decide their primary suspect is the young man who found her – her boyfriend, Kevin. After all, his bloody palm print is at the crime scene. Case closed? Not by a long shot. In Dateline’s latest original podcast series, Keith Morrison tells the story of three trials, two suspects, and one small town where things are not always what they seem. Listen to the first 2 episodes now for free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts. Subscribers get early access to new episodes and can listen to all Dateline podcasts ad-free: https://link.chtbl.com/miat_fdlw

Hollywood writers and major studios reach tentative deal; Senator Bob Menendez defiant amid calls to resign; Federal government shutdown could have tough consequences on Americans; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Hollywood writers strike could soon end as both sides reach agreement, sources say; In historic mission, NASA space capsule returns carrying asteroid sample; Thousands of homes and businesses lose power after Ophelia’s heavy rainfall; and more in tonight’s broadcast.

Stephen Sanchez wrote his hit song “Until I Found You” in his bedroom. He tells NBC News’ Kate Snow what’s behind his debut album, “Angel Face.”

Senator Bob Menendez indicted on bribery charges; United Auto Workers expand strike against GM and Stellantis; Eagle Pass, Texas at center of growing U.S. border crisis; and more in tonight’s broadcast.

Deadly bus crash on I-84 in New York; Biden administration announces policy allowing nearly 500,000 Venezuelans to apply for work permits; manhunt underway for convicted sex offender who escaped from St. Louis hospital; and more in tonight’s broadcast.

Garland testifies on Capitol Hill over office’s involvement in Trump and Hunter Biden cases; Manhunt underway for murder suspect accidentally released from jail in Indiana; Questions linger over death of NFL fan at Patriots-Dolphins game; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Five Americans imprisoned in Iran now back in the U.S.; Fentanyl stored at Bronx day care where 1-year-old died, prosecutors say; United Auto Workers demanding agreement by Friday or say strike will widen; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Debris field located by team looking for missing F-35 fighter jet in South Carolina; Five Americans imprisoned for years in Iran finally free; Hunter Biden suing IRS, alleging agency sought to damage his reputation; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Authorities search for suspect who fatally shot Los Angeles County deputy; Five Americans imprisoned in Iran set to be freed in high-stakes deal; Trump faces new scrutiny for comments on challenging 2020 election loss; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Post-tropical cyclone Lee brings strong winds and rainfall to New England; UAW reports ‘reasonably productive’ talks with Ford amid historic strike; Trump speaks out after special counsel asks judge to impose narrow gag order; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Thousands of auto workers strike as UAW and big three fail to reach a deal; New England preparing for Hurricane Lee to bring strong winds and rain; Biden campaign ramping up push to attract younger voters; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Hunter Biden indicted with three federal felony gun charges; Trump speaks in first broadcast interview since leaving White House; Parts of New England preparing for Hurricane Lee’s impact; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as Hunter Biden, President Biden’s son, is indicted on three new counts.

Convicted killer Danelo Cavalcante back in custody after 14 day manhunt; Putin and Kim Jong Un meet in Russia; Massive flooding in Eastern Libya claims over 8,000 lives; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

McCarthy announces House will open impeachment inquiry into Biden; Iranian President Raisi speaks about prisoner exchange and protest crackdown: Exclusive; Escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante is now armed, according to authorities; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Search for Morocco earthquake survivors underway; FDA approves new Covid-19 booster shot as cases are on the rise; Manhunt for killer Danelo Cavalcante in Pennsylvania reaches day 12; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Death toll climbs above 2,100 in Morocco after 6.8-magnitude earthquake; Rescuers search for survivors of earthquake in Morocco; Van stolen by escaped Pennsylvania prisoner recovered as search intensifies; and more tonight’s broadcast.

More than 2,000 dead after powerful earthquake in Morocco; Tourists in Morocco share experiences after devastating earthquake; Police report new sightings of escaped Pennsylvania prisoner; and more tonight’s broadcast.

Hurricane Lee becomes most powerful storm so far this season; Pennsylvania prison officer who was on duty when killer escaped is fired; Special grand jury in George election case recommended indicting 39 people including Sen. Graham; and more tonight’s broadcast.

NYC schools resume classes with thousands of migrant children; Rescue mission underway to save American scientist from cave in Turkey; Republicans not satisfied with special counsel’s planned indictment of Hunter Biden; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Video released of Pennsylvania killer’s escape from prison as manhunt widens; Federal prosecutors to seek indictment of Hunter Biden; New Covid-19 booster shots expected to be available as soon as next week; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Former Proud Boys leader sentenced to 22 years in prison for involvement in Capitol riot; New sightings of escaped Pennsylvania killer prompt expanded search; Alex Murdaugh’s lawyers accuse county clerk of court of jury tampering; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Burning Man attendees rush from Nevada desert after days stranded by storm; New sightings of escaped inmate in Pennsylvania with manhunt ongoing; Labor Day holiday weekend travel rush trouble; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Tens of thousands of attendees stranded at Burning Man after heavy rainfall; Americans brace for holiday travel crush as Labor Day weekend wraps up; Cleanup efforts underway in Florida communities hit hard by Hurricane Idalia; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Airports bracing for 14 million travelers over Labor Day Weekend; Biden to visit communities hit by Hurricane Idalia in Florida; Bodycam released of deadly confrontation between Ohio officers and pregnant mother; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Florida communities surveying damage from Idalia; Johannesburg building fire kills at least 74 people; Americans falling behind on credit card and car loan debt; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Idalia hits Florida’s Big Bend as Category 3 hurricane; McConnell appears to freeze for more than 30 seconds during press conference; Biden pledges $95 million to strengthen Hawaii’s electric grid after Maui wildfires; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Florida braces for Hurricane Idalia to make landfall; New video shows UNC-Chapel Hill students climb out windows after active shooter alert; White House announces 10 drugs up for Medicare price cut negotiations; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Florida preparing for Hurricane Idalia to hit shores; UNC-Chapel Hill faculty member killed in shooting on campus; Security guard speaks out after Jacksonville mass shooting; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

NBC News’ Jacob Soboroff takes an in-depth look into the illegal marijuana industry across the U.S. and its potential ties to international organized crime and human trafficking. The report follows Jacob’s year-long “Captives of Cannabis” investigation.

Lester Holt, Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb celebrate extraordinary individuals across sports, entertainment and science, as well as everyday individuals who have made a positive difference in the world around them.  

As NBC Nightly News celebrates the Class of 2023, we’re sharing Lester Holt’s remarks from Villanova University’s commencement ceremony on May 19.

Actor and singer Chrissy Metz had just pennies in her bank account when she landed a role on the hit show “This Is Us.” She tells NBC News’ Kate Snow about her singing, her new book and how she met her boyfriend on a dating app during the pandemic.

With Phantom of the Opera about to close on Broadway after a historic 35-year run, Lester Holt chats with legendary composer Andrew Lloyd Webber about the musical and his iconic career.

For many of us, the term artificial intelligence conjures up images of science fiction movies. But what is it really? As AI technology becomes a bigger part of our world, Lester Holt sits down with Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, co-founders of the Center for Humane Technology, to talk about how it works.

Amber Ruffin went from doing local theater in Omaha to hosting “The Amber Ruffin Show” on Peacock. She tells NBC News’ Kate Snow about a special word of encouragement she received, writing for Broadway and dreaming big.

NBC News’ Dana Griffin sits down with superstar Sheryl Lee Ralph to discuss her incredible Broadway, TV and film career as she inspires a new generation of fans with her role on “Abbott Elementary.”

Outside of singing, Jewel is on a mission “helping people want to live.” She tells NBC News’ Kate Snow about the Not Alone Challenge, a mental health campaign that reminds people they are not alone during the holidays. 

Jacob Soboroff hosts an NBC News NOW special exploring the resurgence of hate against Jews in America and what’s being done to combat extremism.

The objective of Bill Nye’s popular children’s show was to “change the world.” He tells NBC News’ Kate Snow how life after his science show includes public speaking engagements and leading the Planetary Society.

NBC News’ Cynthia McFadden reports on the dark history of Native American boarding schools in the U.S. An effort is ongoing to use ground-penetrating radar to look for the unmarked graves of children who may be buried at Red Cloud Indian School in South Dakota.

NBC News’ Antonia Hylton meets Christina Abraham in the months surrounding her 21st birthday as she ages out of the foster care system and needs to find her own place to live in New York City.

Jacob Soboroff details his months-long investigation into labor trafficking in the marijuana black market. Law enforcement tells us that the practice is growing, despite two-thirds of U.S. states legalizing marijuana.

Walker Hayes discusses how he and his daughter’s TikTok dance to “Fancy Like” on their porch went viral. He tells NBC News’ Kate Snow how he battled challenges in his life as he built his career.

Adorable, rainbow-beaked Atlantic puffins were once so prized that they were nearly hunted to extinction. One man is responsible for their resurgence in population: biologist Steve Kress. NBC News’ Kerry Sanders travels to Eastern Egg Rock Island in the Gulf of Maine to learn more.

The Colorado River is a 1,400-mile, life-sustaining artery for the American West – supplying water for seven states while generating hydroelectric power for millions. But experts tell NBC News’ Steve Patterson that the river’s power is shrinking. Steve gets exclusive access inside the Glen Canyon Dam as the crisis leads to historic water rationing, and looks into the consequences at the Grand Canyon and beyond.

Cody Rigsby discusses how he went from growing up in North Carolina to becoming a popular Peloton instructor in New York City. He tells NBC News’ Kate Snow how he uses his platform to help others discover themselves through movement.

Famed Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon Dr. Alfredo Quiñones-Hinojosa talks to José Díaz-Balart about his upbringing in Baja California, Mexico. Moving from migrant farmworker to Harvard Medical School, he founded the non-profit Mission: BRAIN to provide care to patients in underserved areas of the world.

Shaun White discusses how he went from Southern California, to the top of the snowboarding world. Shaun tells Kate Snow about his new snowboard brand, Whitespace, and his hopes to still be involved in the sport. 

Lester Holt sits down with former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr in an exclusive primetime TV interview, Barr’s first since resigning as attorney general under the Trump administration.

The Vampire Diaries star Ian Somerhalder tells Kate Snow about how a “terrible business situation” nearly crushed him, until wife Nikki Reed stepped in to negotiate a path out. Ian has now launched a bourbon called “Brother’s Bond” with on-screen brother Paul Wesley.

Jeff Daniels discusses how he defied his agents by starring in Dumb & Dumber opposite Jim Carrey. Jeff credits his tendency to risk failure as the driving force in his career. Jeff is now back on Broadway as Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird and starring in the Showtime series, American Rust. 

Mitch Albom talks with Kate Snow about how his failed music career led him to accidentally become a best-selling author.

Ben Platt discusses how he went from community theater to a starring role on Broadway. Platt is now reprising the role of Evan in the new film “Dear Evan Hansen.”

Usain Bolt, the world’s fastest man, discusses how he rose to the top of his field, how best to maximize your workouts and what it’s like to be a father.

Tariq Farid, founder of Edible Arrangements, tells José Díaz-Balart how his business bloomed beyond his imagination, and how his family’s search for the American Dream was the leading force in expanding Edible Arrangements from one flower shop to more than 1,000 franchises across the U.S and Canada.

Apolo Ohno is known as the most decorated American Winter Olympian in history. But in his first Olympic trials, he finished dead last. He traces his “hard pivot” in life, when he left the world of short track speed skating and had to figure out a new career path.

NASA engineers Elio Morillo and Roxana González Burgos share their interplanetary journey from Puerto Rico to Mars. They tell José Díaz-Balart about their American Dream and their hopes to inspire future Latino generations to take the lead on the forefronts of technology.

Mario Kreutzberger, known as “Don Francisco,” has graced televisions and filled the hearts of families for more than 50 years after starting his career in Chile. Don Francisco sits down with José Díaz-Balart and tells him how he made his American Dream a reality.

Early in her career, Mindy Kaling faced brutal rejection – and then she found her way to “The Office” where she was able to shine. She speaks candidly with Kate Snow about her feelings of failure, despite all she has achieved as a writer, actress, and creator.

Grammy award-winner and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Gloria Estefan was first seen as “too American for Latins” and “too Latin for Americans”. Estefan talks with José Díaz-Balart about how she pushed to showcase her Cuban roots, revolutionizing the music industry on her way to achieving her own American Dream.

From Colombia to New York City, actor and comedian John Leguizamo opens up about the experiences that have shaped his American Dream through his constant push to be seen in a Hollywood world that lacks Latino representation. How does someone reach success in both film and theater as a Latino immigrant without losing their roots in an effort to belong? Leguizamo tells José Díaz-Balart.

Like most kids, Lena Waithe loved watching TV – but storytelling eventually became her calling in life. Her success has allowed her to become a role model for Black creators in Hollywood at a time when the industry is going through major change.

Luis von Ahn is the genius behind CAPTCHA and reCAPTCHA, which was sold to Google in 2009, and also the founder and CEO of Duolingo, the world's most popular language-learning platform. Born and raised in Guatemala, von Ahn saw firsthand that high-quality educational opportunities were limited to those who could afford it. Inspired to fix this, he created Duolingo to make language education free and accessible to everyone. von Ahn says he’s achieved his American Dream and is now working toward making an impact on worldwide education.

Ballet gave a young and shy Misty Copeland the chance to feel confident and beautiful for the first time. After making history in the ballet world, Copeland is reaching out to young kids with her children’s books.

Lele Pons is one of the most influential digital creators in the world today. Through creativity, hard work and determination, Pons is learning to take charge of her mental illness.

The secret to Olympic Gold? Swimming champion Michael Phelps says it has all to do with dreaming big, even at a very young age.

Marcus Samuelsson is one of the most successful chefs and restaurateurs working today – he owns more than a dozen restaurants and hosts his own show, “No Passport Required.”

We all know Jay Leno from his two decades hosting the "Tonight Show." But he says it’s the two decades before that really made him.

As a bonus for Nightly News listeners, we're sharing this week's episode of Into America, which teamed up with the Nightly News team to look at what happens when an economic crisis and a mental health crisis collide.This pandemic has left millions of Americans without a job and unable to look for a new one. Another 3.2 million people filed jobless claims last week, bringing the total to 33 million since coronavirus hit. Experts predict that the US unemployment rate is now somewhere around 20 percent, a rate approaching the Great Depression. Host Trymaine Lee talks with Anchor of Sunday Nightly News and Senior National Correspondent. Kate Snow about how unemployed Americans are dealing with the new anxieties created by this crisis, and where people can turn for help. Subscribe to Into America now: https://link.chtbl.com/7BcTGqT3?sid=description

Rock star Jon Bon Jovi and his wife Dorothea Bongiovi talk to Kate Snow about his record deal at 20 years old and their mission to give back.

Dr. Ruth Westheimer is a world renowned sex therapist and former radio show host. First a sniper then a housemaid and now therapist, Dr. Ruth shares with Kate Snow the many turns her career took.

Jimmy Smits is an Emmy-Award winning actor best known for his role as Victor Sifuentes in 'L.A Law,' and he's back on TV playing another lawyer in 'Bluff City Law.' His love of acting began in high school when he did the unthinkable - quitting the football team to join the drama club.

Cory Booker, Tulsi Gabbard, Amy Klobuchar, Pete Buttigieg, Elizabeth Warren, Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, Kamala Harris, Andrew Yang, and Tom Steyer engage in the fifth 2020 Democratic primary debate for the presidential nomination.

Zainab Salbi is a humanitarian, author, and media personality originally from Iraq. On this episode of "The Drink with Kate Snow," she traces her journey from growing up in Saddam Hussein’s circle, to becoming known as “the Oprah of the Middle East.” See more at NBCNews.com/TheDrink.

After spending two nights locked up and embedded inside the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary, the largest maximum security prison in America, for a special one-hour Dateline NBC, “Life Inside,” Lester Holt moderated an unprecedented town hall from a maximum security prison at New York’s Sing Sing Correctional Facility. The town hall explores the criminal justice and prison reform debate. The audience includes current inmates, as well as artist and activist John Legend, former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch, and Bryan Stevenson, civil rights attorney and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative.

Lester Holt spends two nights embedded inside the largest maximum security prison in America, the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary, also known as Angola. Originally aired on NBC on September 6, 2019.

In the fight against climate change, the Milarch family says a solution is up. Way up. At the very top of centuries-old redwoods and sequoias. The family runs Archangel Ancient Tree Archive, where they collect samples from “champion” trees to clone and replant. Chief Environmental Correspondent Anne Thompson joins them in the treetops to learn more.

In an extended interview with NBC’s Cynthia McFadden, the two-time Oscar winner and former politician discusses her long career and being able to take on Shakespeare's King Lear.

You know her music. You may just not know her name.Ester Dean has written music for Katy Perry, Rihanna, and Beyonce, among others. She sits down with NBC’s Cynthia McFadden in an extended interview to discuss how she found success in her career. 

Queen Latifah talks to NBC’s Cynthia McFadden about finding success when she was just a teenager, the meaning behind her name, and her new mission to give back to aspiring female filmmakers.

After the Trump administration approved seismic testing that could be a first step to exploratory drilling, scientists warn that the extreme noise could put endangered whales and other marine life at risk. Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson reports on the controversy bubbling up along the Eastern Seaboard.

General Vincent Brooks, the former top U.S. commander in South Korea, speaks with Lester Holt about President Trump, Kim Jong Un and America's relationship with North Korea.

In an interview with Maj. Matt Golsteyn, the Green Beret tells Lester Holt his version of what happened, and why he believes that he had the authority to set up the ambush that killed a suspected Taliban bomb maker in Afghanistan nearly a decade ago -- even if he didn’t receive a direct order to do so.

Kate Snow sits down with three student survivors of the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, as well as Fred Guttenberg, the father of one of the slain students.

Rapper Meek Mill was part of a group that launched the Reform Alliance, a new organization aimed at reforming the criminal justice system in the United States. He talks to Lester Holt about how he turned the momentum from #FreeMeekMill into a push for justice for all.

Sebastian Maniscalco has sold out shows at Madison Square Garden, written a best-selling memoir and performed specials on cable and Netflix. He talks to Lester Holt about his major influences – especially his dad

For millions of people every day, meditation apps like “Headspace” are offering quick ways to calm down. NBC News’ Kate Snow speaks with the app’s co-founder Andy Puddicombe on how people can achieve inner peace wherever they are.

Lester Holt sat down with Steven Spielberg to talk about the legacy of “Schindler’s List,” which was released 25 years ago, and the decision to re-release.

Two art projects aim to raise questions about what gets sent to space and what lingers after. Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson reports on how they’ve sparked debate among astronomers.

Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson talks to Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, a hip-hop artist and environmental activist, who is part of a group suing the federal government over inaction on climate change.

Baby sea turtles make an arduous journey to the sea, and light pollution is one of the many factors that make the trek more difficult. Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson reports from Cocoa Beach, Florida, on efforts to protect these vulnerable turtles.

A number of scientists are becoming first-time politicians, many motivated to run for office by what they say is an attack on science by the Trump administration. Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson reports.

An international competition with a $10 million prize hopes to find a solution to harmful algae blooms caused by agricultural runoff. Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson reports from Ontario.

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) delivers a weekly speech on the Senate floor urging action on climate change. He speaks to Chief Environmental Correspondent Anne Thompson about his efforts.

Fishermen have been pulling in a different kind of catch in the Florida Keys: lobster traps and fishing gear lost at sea. Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson reports on how some of that debris is being turned into energy.

Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson travels to Dillingham, Alaska to report on a controversial copper mine proposal that some say could threaten the world’s largest salmon run.