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Henrietta Lacks died of cervical cancer in 1951 in a racially segregated ward, where doctors cut out a sample of her cancer cells without her permission. The cells became a bedrock of modern medicine. NBC News’ Jacob Ward has more details on her family’s settlement with a research company that they say made “staggering profits” off the cells. » Subscribe …

A woman escaped a makeshift cinder block cell after authorities say she was kidnapped and sexually assaulted by a 29-year-old man. The suspect is now in custody and charged with one count of interstate kidnapping. He has yet to enter a plea. NBC News’ Erin McLaughlin reports. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC …

Prosecutors say the former president tried to hang on to power through a ‘criminal scheme.’ But Trump’s attorney says he was only following the advice of counsel, and argues a partisan prosecutor is trying to criminalize free speech and legal actions. NBC News’ Garrett Haake has more details on the four felony counts Trump is facing. » Subscribe to NBC …

A zoo in China says its sun bear is real and not a person dressed in costume after a viral video ignited internet debate. NBC News’ Janis Mackey Frayer has more on what experts are saying about the video showing the bear standing on its hind legs and waving. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: …

California’s Mojave Desert is facing extreme conditions as a massive wildfire blazes across 80,000 acres. NBC News’ Miguel Almaguer has more details as the region endures sweltering temperatures and air quality concerns. » 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 …

Former President Trump was indicted in the special counsel’s investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. NBC News’ Laura Jarrett, Garrett Haake and Jonathan Dienst report. » 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. …

Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect Rex Heuermann denied murdering three young women over a decade ago in a court appearance today. NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk has more details on the evidence presented by prosecutors. » 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 …

Trump to be arraigned Thursday after new indictment; Gunman who killed 11 at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life synagogue receives death sentence; Recession fears easing as dueling economic narratives take hold; and more on tonight’s broadcast. 00:00 Intro 01:29 Trump faces arraignment on election charges 05:56 Trump’s GOP rivals react to indictment 08:34 Trump’s legal team prepares defense 09:40 Pittsburgh synagogue …

For America’s lawmakers, seniority has long meant power and prestige but now it might also be a political liability. Senate Minority Leader McConnell froze during a news conference and Senator Feinstein appeared confused during a committee meeting, leading to growing concerns over their age. NBC News’ Peter Alexander reports. Why is the U.S. Government so old? Examining gerontocracy in politics: …

The wife of the suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer is speaking out about the case for the first time as he is set to appear in court tomorrow. NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk has more details. » 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 …

Average gas prices are hitting highs for 2023 – up 16 cents since last week, according to the American Automobile Association. NBC News’ Dana Griffin explains how the record-breaking heat is contributing to the recent spike. » 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 …

Niger’s democratically-elected President Bazoum was seen with Chad’s leader, who is now trying to mediate in Niger. This was Bazoum’s first appearance after the coup. This comes after several West African countries called on the coup leaders to give up power. NBC News’ Courtney Kube is the only US-based journalist inside Niger. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch …

Two missiles were launched in a deadly attack on the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, President Zelenskyy’s hometown. This comes after drones exploded in Moscow. While Russia blames Ukraine for the attack, Ukraine has not claimed responsibility. NBC News’ Richard Engel has more. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a …

A judge ordered Lori Vallow Daybell to spend the rest of her life in prison after she was convicted of killing two of her children and conspiring to kill her husband’s former wife. NBC News’ Miguel Almaguer has more details on the bizarre trial. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is …

One of the country’s biggest trucking companies, Yellow, is shutting down, potentially leaving 30,000 employees out of a job and costing taxpayers hundreds of millions for the money the company received during Covid. NBC News’ Tom Costello has more details on the trucking industry’s biggest collapse ever in the U.S. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC …