Tag Archives: National News

NFL Hall Of Famer Brett Favre Questioned By FBI In Mississippi Welfare Scandal

NFL Hall Of Famer Brett Favre Questioned By FBI In Mississippi Welfare Scandal

Every year, Mississippi gets $86 million in welfare money from the federal government, however, the state rejects 90 percent of those who apply. The head of the welfare agency “squandered” the funds, the state alleges, including $5 million to build a women’s volleyball facility with ties to NFL hall of famer Brett Favre. Favre, who declined to talk to NBC …

Read More »

Ukraine Attempting To Take Back Russian-Held Territory

Ukraine Attempting To Take Back Russian-Held Territory

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said he won’t give specific details about his country’s mission to take back Russian-held territory in the South. Russia said they have repelled the Ukrainian attack. U.S. officials tell NBC News that Russia is getting new help on the battlefield after receiving hundreds of combat drones from Iran.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more …

Read More »

Will Former President Trump Be Prosecuted Following The Mar-a-Lago Search?

Will Former President Trump Be Prosecuted Following The Mar-a-Lago Search?

The Department of Justice’s new filing regarding the search of former President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home suggests, but does not prove, a couple of crimes may have been committed. The filing points to possible obstruction of justice and possible lying to the FBI. Some conservatives suggest that Trump should not be prosecuted since Hillary Clinton was not for her handling of …

Read More »

Airlines Trying To Rebound From Summer Travel Chaos

Airlines Trying To Rebound From Summer Travel Chaos

After a summer of travel chaos, the government is posting a score card detailing what each airline will and won’t do for customers, pushing the airlines to do better. Meanwhile, off-duty pilots from the biggest pilot union are picketing over poor airline service. NBC News’ Tom Costello is at the FAA Command Center, where they’re monitoring travel this holiday weekend. …

Read More »

Princess Diana Inspiring The Younger Generation 25 Years After Her Death

Princess Diana Inspiring The Younger Generation 25 Years After Her Death

25 years after Princess Diana’s tragic death, many are remembering her inspiring compassion. NBC News’ Kelly Cobiella spoke with 16-year-old Olivia Hancock, who won the Diana Award two years ago, set up by Prince William and Prince Harry, which recognizes young people for their social action and humanitarian work. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: …

Read More »

National Guard Helping To Distribute Clean Water In Jackson, Mississippi

National Guard Helping To Distribute Clean Water In Jackson, Mississippi

In Jackson, Mississippi the National Guard is helping hand out clean water amid a growing emergency. At the treatment plant crippled by recent floods, water pressure has improved but people are still being told that it’s not safe to drink. The city’s mayor is staying hopeful, saying water could be restored in the “very near future.” » Subscribe to NBC …

Read More »

Explosive New Wildfires Amid Scorching Heat In Most Of California

Explosive New Wildfires Amid Scorching Heat In Most Of California

Most of California is facing a series of explosive new wildfires and is under the daily threat of looming blackouts. Around 40 million Americans across the West are suffering through unbearable heat. NBC News’ Miguel Almaguer reports on the growing concerns in the region. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is …

Read More »

Nightly News Full Broadcast – Sep. 1

Nightly News Full Broadcast – Sep. 1

On tonight’s broadcast: Trump lawyers, DOJ prosecutors face off in court over special master; Biden delivers prime-time speech; NFL hall of famer Brett Favre questioned by FBI in Mississippi welfare scandal; and more. 00:00 Intro 02:16 Trump lawyers, DOJ prosecutors face off in court 05:03 Biden’s fiery speech before midterms 06:48 National Guard helping to distribute clean water in MS …

Read More »

Trump Lawyers, DOJ Prosecutors Face Off In Court Over Special Master

Trump Lawyers, DOJ Prosecutors Face Off In Court Over Special Master

Lawyers for former President Trump and DOJ prosecutors are facing off in a federal courtroom over Trump’s request for an independent third party to review documents seized in the Mar-a-Lago search. Meanwhile, Trump is speaking out about January 6th saying that he’s “financially supporting” some accused rioters.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC …

Read More »

83-Year-Old Nun Found Alive After Being Kidnapped In Africa

83-Year-Old Nun Found Alive After Being Kidnapped In Africa

Five months after being kidnapped in Burkina Faso, an 83-year-old nun is returning to the United States. Sister Suellen Tennyson was taken by ten armed men who ransacked her convent in the middle of the night. The FBI reached out to tell other nuns that she had been found, however details about her rescue are unknown. » Subscribe to NBC …

Read More »

Record Rainfall Swamps The Southwest

Record Rainfall Swamps The Southwest

In the Southwest, record rainfall in cities such as Dallas triggered dozens of emergency rescues across the region. The area went from a drought to intense amounts of rain. Commuters were swimming from their cars to reach higher ground and firefighters had to pull drivers to safety as a wave of murky flood water washed over major roads. » Subscribe …

Read More »

New Fast Food Law In California Could Transform Industry

New Fast Food Law In California Could Transform Industry

In California, the new legislative victory for fast food workers could transform the industry and significantly impact the wages earned by hundreds of thousands of low-paid workers. Under the bill, employees could easily make up to $22 an hour starting next year and get an annual cost of living adjustment. However, the bill still needs Governor Newsom’s approval and could …

Read More »

Final Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev Dead At 91

Final Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev Dead At 91

Mikhail Gorbachev, the final leader of the Soviet Union and a transformational figure who helped end the Cold War, has died at 91, according to the Gorbachev Foundation. » 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. …

Read More »

Water Emergency In Jackson, Mississippi Worsens

Water Emergency In Jackson, Mississippi Worsens

A broken water system in Jackson, Mississippi following catastrophic flooding has left the city in a crisis. For weeks residents have been under a boil water notice because of contaminated water concerns, and now they’re on the brink of no water at all. The state is now preparing for the colossal challenge of distributing water to 180,000 people in Jackson …

Read More »

Street Racing Surge Across U.S. Has Deadly Consequences

Street Racing Surge Across U.S. Has Deadly Consequences

In many U.S. cities, street racing is dominating social media and turning deadly. In Chicago, a 40-year-old woman was killed when one of two racing Corvette careened out of control. The crash comes amid an apparent street racing trend nationwide that took off during the pandemic when the lockdown left streets empty.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch …

Read More »