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Clad has been grading NBC News segments since Jun 2026 — 214 reports so far, published as notable segments air. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, Congress, Trump. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how NBC News's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Yolanda Marodi sentenced to 36 years-to-life for stabbing death of Cal Fire Capt. Rebecca Marodi

Sep 3, 2026

The NBC News segment reports on the sentencing of Yolanda Marodi to 36 years to life in prison for the February 2025 stabbing death of her wife, Cal Fire Capt. Rebecca "Becky" Marodi, in their Ramona home. It features victim impact statements from Rebecca's mother, Lorena, who described discovering her daughter's body and ongoing trauma, alongside a prosecutor's statement labeling Yolanda as a "pitiful, petty, self-loathing" coward with no remorse. The report notes Rebecca's 30-plus years with Cal Fire, her love of animals and helping others, the couple's deteriorating two-year marriage, Yolanda's guilty plea that avoided a trial, and the existence of ring camera video showing the attack and Rebecca pleading for her life. Sourcing relies on court proceedings, a preliminary hearing, an arrest warrant affidavit, and direct quotes from the sentencing hearing. No named defense perspective is included; the narrative follows the prosecution and victim's family throughline emphasizing the brutality and Yolanda's prior stabbing of her husband in 2000.

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Judge Re-Reads Reasonable Doubt Instruction to Deadlocked Clancy Jury

Sep 3, 2026

The NBC News segment shows Plymouth Superior Court Judge William Sullivan re-instructing the jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial after more than five days of deliberations and multiple notes indicating deadlock. Sullivan reminds jurors of the presumption of innocence, the Commonwealth's burden to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and the precise definition of that standard, including that it requires an "abiding conviction to a moral certainty" based on evidence and is more than a strong probability. He then sends them back to resume deliberations. The case centers on whether Clancy, who killed her three young children in Duxbury in 2023, lacked criminal responsibility due to severe postpartum mental illness. Sourcing consists of direct courtroom footage and audio of the judge's words. No guests or outside experts appear; the throughline is the ongoing impasse, with defense counsel reportedly seeking removal of one juror who allegedly refuses to follow the reasonable doubt instruction.

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Colorado Trooper Rams Wrong-Way Driver on I-76 Near Fort Morgan

Sep 3, 2026

The NBC News segment presents body camera and dashcam footage of a Colorado State Patrol trooper intentionally colliding with a wrong-way driver on I-76 near Fort Morgan shortly after 2 a.m. on a Sunday morning in late August 2026. The trooper, responding to reports of a red Honda HR-V traveling westbound in eastbound lanes, activated emergency lights before ramming the vehicle to prevent it from hitting oncoming traffic. The driver, 36-year-old Claudia Rodriguez of Sterling, and the trooper both sustained minor injuries; she was arrested after hospital evaluation. Sourcing draws directly from the Colorado State Patrol press release and released video. The segment includes audio from the bodycam capturing the moment of impact and the trooper's immediate reaction. No outside experts or named guests appear; the report is brief and sticks to the official account, noting charges of DUI and reckless driving while omitting two additional citations.

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USS Abraham Lincoln arrives in Thailand after 286-day deployment

Sep 2, 2026

The NBC News segment reports on the USS Abraham Lincoln's arrival in Laem Chabang, Thailand, marking the crew's first substantial break after a record-long deployment of over 280 days at sea. It covers the challenges faced by more than 5,000 sailors and Marines, including limited resupply leading to shortages of fresh fruits, vegetables and mail, mental health strains, and one sailor rescued after falling overboard. The piece includes an interview with the ship's captain downplaying some concerns as 'a little bit overblown' and features Shakira Fairfax, mother of a sailor, describing the uncertainty and her relief at the port visit. The carrier is scheduled for four days in Thailand before heading toward San Diego, possibly with another stop.

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Medical groups issue independent flu, COVID, RSV vaccine guidance amid CDC delay

Sep 2, 2026

The NBC News segment reports that the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the Vaccine Integrity Project and other medical groups including the American Academy of Pediatrics, released an independent evidence review and recommendations for flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines ahead of the 2026-2027 season due to delayed CDC guidance. It notes President Trump's August executive order that reduced routine childhood vaccine recommendations, shifting flu and COVID to shared clinical decision-making. Dr. Kavita Patel explains that flu and RSV recommendations largely match prior CDC advice (flu for all 6 months+), while COVID guidance urges vaccination for adults and pediatrician conversations for children, citing ongoing hospitalizations. The review of over 500 studies found vaccines reduce severe illness with no new safety signals.

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Two men smash case, steal $4M Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from Vienna MAK museum

Sep 1, 2026

NBC News reported on a daylight theft at Vienna’s Museum of Applied Arts (MAK) on August 27, 2026. Two men bought tickets, smashed a display case with a hammer, stole a platinum and diamond necklace, and fled on foot. The segment described the necklace’s history with Egypt’s royal family, its 1939 Van Cleef & Arpels origin, estimated $4 million value, and the ongoing European manhunt aided by tracker dogs and CCTV.

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North Carolina health officials warn of rabies exposure from baby goats at Farm Adventures petting zoo

Sep 1, 2026

The segment reports that four baby goats from the Farm Adventures mobile petting zoo in Harmony, North Carolina, tested positive for rabies after exposure to a skunk. The animals had been taken to events including assisted living facilities and festivals between late July and late August 2026, potentially exposing hundreds of people who fed or touched them. Officials urge anyone with contact during that period to seek health department evaluation for possible rabies shots. The story includes a mother's account of her young son receiving post-exposure prophylaxis and standard information on rabies transmission and fatality risk once symptoms appear.

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ICE conducts multi-agency operation at Memphis bar El Corralón, detaining over 100 per advocates

Aug 31, 2026

The segment covers an early-morning August 30, 2026 federal operation at El Corralón bar on Macon Road in Memphis' Berclair neighborhood. Advocacy groups report 100-120 patrons and employees detained and transported by bus and van after agents executed a search warrant tied to alleged gambling and drug activity. Protesters gathered later on Summer Avenue describing emotional scenes including family separations. Memphis police assisted only with crowd control and were not involved in the raid planning. ICE confirmed a multi-agency targeted enforcement operation but provided no further details due to the ongoing investigation.

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Masked settlers attack NBC crew and Palestinian woman during Jalud interview

Aug 31, 2026

NBC News reported an August 29, 2026 attack in Jalud near Nablus where masked Israeli settlers assaulted 51-year-old Aida Ahmed Abdullah and the crew during an interview about her family's displacement from their home. A gray car approached, assailants smashed the windshield, beat the group with sticks and stones, and left Abdullah unconscious or severely injured. The crew suffered minor injuries treated on site; Abdullah was hospitalized with non-life-threatening wounds. Netanyahu condemned the attacks in Jalud and nearby Qusra as criminal acts by rioters harming Israel's image, while Israeli forces opened an investigation, seized vehicles, and deployed to the area. No immediate arrests were reported.

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Taylor Swift donates $50,000 to Connecticut mom injured helping teens on I-95

Aug 30, 2026

NBC News segment covers Taylor Swift's $50,000 donation to Ashley Taunton, a Connecticut mother of three injured July 18 while aiding teens after their car hydroplaned off I-95 in Hopkinton, Rhode Island. Taunton was struck by another vehicle after pushing a teen to safety; the gift aids her medical recovery.

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SpaceX recovers intact Starship upper stage from Indian Ocean after July 24 test

Aug 29, 2026

The NBC News segment covers the recovery of the Starship upper stage from its 13th flight test on July 24, 2026. It notes the vehicle's intact splashdown in the Indian Ocean after an hour-long flight, marking the first such survival, and its transport back to Texas.

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NBC News spotlights Dyckman Basketball's 36-year community impact in Upper Manhattan

Aug 27, 2026

The NBC News segment profiles Dyckman Basketball (misspelled as Deichmann in transcript), a 36-year-old outdoor summer hoops league in Upper Manhattan's Dyckman area, nicknamed 'Dyckman Square Garden' and the 'Red Carpet of Streetball.' It ties the league's popularity to the New York Knicks' recent 2026 NBA championship, showcases intense gameplay, celebrity sightings including Mark Cuban, Luka Doncic, Floyd Mayweather, and Jalen Brunson, and interviews founder Kenny Stevens on its origins with two childhood friends in 1990. The report details community philanthropy like Turkey drives and Secret Santa, a summer youth employment program, high school games for boys and girls, and features former participant Marquee Poole (athletic director at a local community college) plus a Teyana Taylor park takeover. Sourcing relies on on-site interviews, Stevens' firsthand account, and visuals of crowds and games; correspondent Marquise Francis narrates with an upbeat tone.

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