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Severe thunderstorms moved through Las Vegas causing major flooding in several areas. The Caesars Palace Casino also experienced some flooding as water seeped through the ceiling. “» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News …

Tonight, an unknown amount of Chinese space debris entered the Earth’s atmosphere, crashing into the Indian Ocean. Early videos surfaced on social media out of Malaysia showing what appear to be pieces of China’s most powerful rocket burning up on re-entry. The rocket launched last week took a new science lab to China’s Space Station. Once delivered, the rocket was …

15-year-old Eagle Scout Dom Claseman of Olivia, Minnesota, realized his hometown needed a veterans’ memorial. So, he decided for his Eagle Project to build one. Dom painted his town with flyers, met with veterans, and appeared in local media. In total, he raised $77,000 to make it happen. When he turned 16, he and the contractors finished the memorial. Just …

The Chicago suburb of Des Plaines has made Mega Millions history after a $1.34 billion ticket was sold at a Speedway gas station. The winner has yet to claim their prize, but winners in Illinois can remain anonymous and have 12 months to claim their prize. The lucky store that sold the ticket is also poised to get half a …

Supporters of Iraqi Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr stormed the country’s parliament for the second time in a week. They’re protesting the formation of a government by pro-Iran parties. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. …

Customers across the U.S. are seeing drastic increases in their electricity bills. American are expected to pay 20% more than last summer, with many states seeing even bigger rate increases. Pennsylvania regulators are now warning of a 45% hike. And some customers in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire will see an increase of 50%. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC …

As the historic flood waters pull back in Eastern Kentucky, the death toll climbs with at least 25 confirmed dead, including four children, all siblings. Rescue crews are out in search for survivors as thousands still have no power, and though cellphone reception improves, many will likely go days without clean drinking water. FEMA says 18 trailers filled with clean …

Watch as White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a press briefing. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing …

President Trump says he “strongly” disagrees with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp’s move to allow some businesses in the state to reopen tomorrow. The state has not met White House guidelines for a two-week decline in coronavirus cases before beginning to open up. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection …

Testing demand ramped up across the U.S. as the nation marked Thanksgiving, though experts warn a negative result is a snapshot in time, not a free pass. Some states are reporting a testing backlog and overwhelmed labs. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News is a leading source of global news and information. …

Families across the U.S. face an agonizing decision: whether or not to send their kids back to school during a pandemic. Kate Snow hears from parents as they weigh their options and an expert with advice. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands …

The CDC now says “all close contacts of confirmed or probable COVID-19 patients” may consider testing, walking back their recommendation that people don’t need to be tested if they’ve been exposed to the virus and don’t have symptoms. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful …

Cementing his reputation as the Pope of surprises, Francis publicly endorsed civil unions for same-sex couples in a new documentary. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly …

As the U.S. nears a grim death toll, President Trump is facing growing criticism over his response to the pandemic. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly …

The deal would include expanded funding for paid sick days, shoring up safety net programs like food assistance, and funding for free coronavirus testing. Sources say House Speaker Pelosi and Treasury Secretary Mnuchin are “close” to an agreement. The CDC says that Europe is the new epicenter of the coronavirus with 70 percent of new cases originating there. Ireland has …