NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

Padres minor league coach Oswaldo Pirela released from ICE custody on bond

Aug 26, 2026

The NBC News segment reports that San Diego Padres minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela has been released from ICE custody on bond after being detained at a Texas airport. It notes he entered the U.S. legally in 2014 but overstayed according to DHS, while his family states he applied for asylum and has work authorization. The Padres confirmed the release and said they are pleased he is reunited with family but offered no further comment on the ongoing matter. The report draws from the team's statement, family accounts, and prior DHS comments. It is a short, straightforward update without named on-camera guests or experts, focusing on the human-interest angle of a baseball coach detained during routine work travel.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Tim Curry Explains 'Clue' Alternate Endings in 1985 NBC Interview

Aug 26, 2026

The NBC News segment features host Bryant Gumbel interviewing Tim Curry about his role as the butler Wadsworth in the 1985 comedy 'Clue.' Curry discusses how the film expands on the board game by adding characters like the French maid Yvette and Chinese cook Mrs. Ho, explains the three alternate endings (A, B, and C) shown in different theaters with the same clues leading to different solutions, and notes why the butler could not be the killer in the game itself. He also recounts attempting to attend Ivor Spencer's butler school in London but arriving during recess, viewing a training video instead.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC News reports SpaceX $100B Starbase Louisiana launch site

Aug 26, 2026

The NBC News segment announced SpaceX's plan to build Starbase Louisiana, a high-cadence Starship launch facility in Vermilion Parish on roughly 125,000 acres near Pecan Island. It reported the site will feature over a dozen launch towers for up to 30 Starship launches per day, a self-sustaining spaceport with propellant production, power generation, deep-water shipping, vehicle processing, and an airport. The company is committing at least $100 billion, creating more than 3,000 jobs, with construction starting next year (2027) and first launches in 2029. The report attributes details to Elon Musk and the company. Sourcing relies on the official announcement event with Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry and SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell, plus Musk's statements on X; no named outside experts or critical voices appear in the short clip.

▶ Source: NBC News

B Grade

Political Lean 28% Left-leaning

L

R

NBC News covers SC Senate runoff, SCOTUS mail-voting stay, Iran sanctions and Reno wildfires

Aug 25, 2026

The broadcast opened with today's South Carolina Republican Senate primary runoff pitting Trump-endorsed Darline Graham against Rep. Ralph Norman for the seat vacated by the death of Lindsey Graham. It covered the Supreme Court's Monday stay allowing the Trump administration to move forward with an executive order on citizenship verification and mail-ballot restrictions ahead of the November 3 midterms, interviewing Lawrence Hurley for legal context. Segments addressed new Treasury sanctions on Iran announced by Scott Bessent, escalating U.S.-Canada tariffs at 50% with retaliatory threats, and the Hawk Fire west of Reno, Nevada, which has destroyed dozens of homes and prompted mass evacuations. Reporting relied on correspondents Alice Barr, Jonathan Allen, meteorologist Angie Lassman, and field reporter Liz Kreutz. Hurley explained the ruling's narrow scope (premature injunction, nothing changed yet, more litigation ahead). No anonymous sources; graphics showed heat maps, fire perimeters, and tariff impacts. Throughline emphasized challenges facing Trump and Republicans 10 weeks before midterms.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Muni operator appears to nod off before empty L Taraval trains collide near SF Zoo

Aug 24, 2026

The NBC News segment shows video of a San Francisco Muni light-rail operator appearing to nod off at the controls of an empty L Taraval train before it rear-ends another stopped empty train on July 31 near 47th Avenue and Wawona Street, north of the San Francisco Zoo. The impact shatters the windshield; transit officials attribute the crash to operator fatigue after ruling out vehicle and infrastructure problems. The segment notes two passengers were not injured and that the driver has been suspended. Sourcing relies on the obtained video from NorCal Bodycam, SFMTA's official statement, and local reporting. It references this as part of a pattern, following a September 2025 incident where fatigue caused a crowded N-Judah train to accelerate to 50 mph. No guests appear in the brief clip.

▶ Source: NBC News

B Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

R

Clancy Defense Attorney Reacts to Mistrial Denial Over Catholic Faith Testimony

Aug 24, 2026

NBC News interviewed Kevin Reddington, defense attorney for Lindsay Clancy, immediately after Judge William Sullivan denied his motion for a mistrial. The motion stemmed from prosecution rebuttal witness forensic psychologist Kirk Heilbrun referencing Clancy's Catholic upbringing, her children's "going with God," and suicide as a "mortal sin" during testimony. This was the second such incident; the first occurred last week when prosecutors asked Clancy's mother-in-law if she knew murder was a mortal sin. Sullivan strongly instructed the jury to strike all such testimony as inappropriate and irrelevant, sending them home early. Reddington expressed no concern that the jury would be unable to follow instructions and said the trial had gone well overall with evidence favoring his client. Closing arguments are expected in the coming days. The segment relied on direct quotes from Reddington's sidewalk interview, with no named additional experts or graphics. It noted the judge's prior similar curative instruction but did not feature prosecution response or in-depth analysis of the underlying case.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, steel starting Jan. 1

Aug 24, 2026

The NBC News segment reported that the Trump administration imposed new 50% tariffs on approximately $20 billion of Canadian goods after last-minute trade talks collapsed. It covered Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's pledge to retaliate dollar-for-dollar, the U.S. Trade Representative's claim that Canada demanded more for political reasons, and breaking news of President Trump's Truth Social post threatening to raise tariffs on all cars, trucks, automotive parts, and steel to 50% effective January 1. Correspondents Gabe Gutierrez and Brian Cheung discussed potential price increases on consumer items like dairy, plywood, wine, hockey sticks, and new vehicles due to integrated North American supply chains, while noting effects on U.S. export-dependent states. Sourcing relied on direct quotes from Carney's press conference, the USTR Jamieson Greer interview, Trump's social media post, and on-air analysis referencing USMCA history. No anonymous sources were used; graphics illustrated affected product categories and bilateral trade volumes.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

CeeDee Lamb’s Fairview home burglarized of $300,000 in luxury bags

Aug 23, 2026

The NBC News segment reports that Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb’s home in Fairview, Texas, was burglarized while he attended the team’s training camp in Oxnard, California. More than $300,000 worth of items were stolen, including four luxury bags. Police records indicate a single suspect entered and exited through a broken window; the Fairview Police Department states it is actively investigating with area partners but released no suspect details.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Eagles RB Ja’Quinden Jackson taken off in ambulance after opening kickoff injury

Aug 23, 2026

The NBC News segment reported on Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja’Quinden Jackson being injured on the opening kickoff of a preseason game against the New England Patriots on August 22, 2026, in Foxborough. Jackson made a tackle on the kick return, appeared to collide head-first with a returner’s leg, lay motionless on the field, received immediate attention from medical staff, was placed on a backboard and stretcher, and was transported off the field by ambulance as teammates from both sides watched. The broadcast highlighted the concerning scene and the protocol of bringing an ambulance onto the field. Sourcing relied on live game footage, on-site observation, and subsequent official statements from the Eagles organization and Jackson’s agent. Updates confirmed Jackson had strength and movement in all extremities, was taken to a local hospital for evaluation, had a negative CT scan, was awake and alert, and ultimately returned to Philadelphia with the team. The brief available transcript captured the gravity of the moment without speculation.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

R

NBC News reports death threats to local leaders over data center proposals

Aug 21, 2026

The NBC News segment highlighted a series of threats against city officials in small towns debating data center projects. It opened with Salix, Iowa, where leaders postponed a council meeting after online death and terrorist threats linked to a proposed Google data center. The report then covered a shooting at Indianapolis councilman Ron Gibson's home that left a "No Data Centers" note, a credible death threat in Marshall, Michigan, days after a one-year moratorium vote, and Emporia, Kansas, officials shifting to virtual meetings after threats. Reporter Tom Winter tied the incidents to ongoing national debates over data centers' electricity, water and architectural impacts, plus recent financing concerns raised by Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. The piece closed by asking whether data centers are becoming a new lightning rod for political violence and whether arrests will follow. Sourcing relied on local police statements, the FBI's involvement in the Indianapolis case, and direct quotes from affected officials and the reporter's prior year-long coverage of data-center infrastructure issues. No named external experts or opposing activists appeared; the segment used on-screen graphics referencing the specific towns and incidents.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

FBI arrests Jessica Bowie in alleged ISIS plot to bomb New York State Capitol

Aug 20, 2026

The NBC News segment reported the arrest of 35-year-old Jessica Bowie of Albany on charges of attempting to provide material support to ISIS. It detailed her online support for ISIS and 9/11, oaths of allegiance, expressed intent to bomb the New York State Capitol in Albany to kill legislators, plans to flee to Syria, and purchase of items including nails for shrapnel. The investigation involved monitoring social media followed by engagement with human sources and informants over recent months, culminating in her statements captured in charging documents. Sourcing relied on federal charging documents and FBI statements; the segment referenced photos of her shopping cart and described the rapid timeline without naming additional experts or using anonymous sources beyond the official record.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

Russian Ballistic Missiles Kill 12 in Kyiv Overnight Strike

Aug 20, 2026

The NBC News segment reports on an overnight Russian missile attack on Kyiv that Ukrainian authorities say killed more than a dozen people and wounded many others. Strikes hit 12 locations across the capital, damaging residential buildings, a medical facility, and a school, with emergency services rescuing people from rubble. The report relies on statements from Ukrainian authorities and local officials. It uses graphics showing damaged sites and footage of rescue operations. No Russian officials or independent analysts appear; the throughline focuses on the human cost in the capital amid ongoing Russian pressure on Ukrainian air defenses.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC News highlights extreme heat, storms in Southern U.S. and Kansas City

Aug 19, 2026

The segment reported on heat-fueled thunderstorms drenching the Heartland after overnight storms in Kansas City, Missouri, that ripped the roof off an apartment complex, displacing dozens and damaging vehicles. It then focused on extreme heat and humidity west of Houston, where the heat index reached 107°F, prompting early-morning football practices, shortened school recess, and heightened precautions. Houston firefighters have responded to more than 150 heat emergencies this month amid triple-digit temperatures and high humidity described as unusually tough on the body. Sourcing relied on on-the-ground footage, interviews with affected residents, school officials in Katy, and a firefighter. No named experts or graphics with historical comparisons were shown; the report emphasized immediate human impacts and safety adaptations rather than long-term trends.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

One dead, one critically injured in Annapolis house explosion

Aug 19, 2026

The short NBC News segment reported on a house explosion in Annapolis, Maryland, stating at least one person was killed and another was in critical condition. It showed limited video of debris scattered on the ground visible through trees and noted there was no confirmed cause, though firefighters suspected a possible gas explosion. The clip was brief and appeared to be from the early stages of the response on August 19, 2026. Sourcing relied on initial firefighter assessments without named officials on camera. No guests or experts appeared. The report emphasized the visible destruction and uncertainty around the cause, consistent with early breaking news coverage before fuller details from Anne Arundel County Fire Chief and Assistant Chief Larry Schultz were released.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Sullivan and Peltola advance in Alaska Senate primary; Florida and Wyoming races called

Aug 19, 2026

The segment reports live primary results from August 18, 2026, across multiple states. It leads with Alaska's Senate race, where incumbent Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola advance under the state's top-four system, notes a second Dan Sullivan on the ballot and related controversy, then covers California's special election for Eric Swalwell's former House seat. It moves to Florida's redrawn districts and multiple races including governor, Senate special, and House primaries with upsets and scandals, and closes with Wyoming's Senate primary.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Kansas tourist dies after lightning strike on Mount Etna

Aug 18, 2026

NBC News segment covers the death of a U.S. tourist struck by lightning while hiking Mount Etna in Sicily. It states he was rescued by helicopter but died at the hospital, was found above 4,500 feet, and notes that parts of the volcano were closed due to activity though it was unclear if he was in a restricted zone. The report draws from Italian firefighters and officials via AP. No guests or additional analysis; it emphasizes that lightning has caused more recent deaths on Etna than eruptions.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Rescuers search rubble after 7.7-magnitude quake hits Flores Island, Indonesia

Aug 18, 2026

The brief NBC News segment covers ongoing rescue operations in collapsed buildings following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck off eastern Indonesia's Flores Island on August 14-15, 2026. It notes resulting landslides blocking roads, thousands displaced into temporary shelters awaiting aid, at least 68 deaths, and hundreds injured. The report relies on standard wire and agency updates typical of breaking news clips, with no named on-camera experts or detailed graphics referenced beyond the headline facts. It aligns with the most recent casualty figures as the death toll rose over the following days.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Trump threatens Oman, blasts South Korea as Iran deal deadline expires

Aug 17, 2026

NBC News reports the expiration of the 60-day deadline from the June Islamabad Memorandum signed at Versailles. The segment covers ongoing tensions including strikes, Hormuz disruptions, and Trump's recent comments. It includes Trump's quotes on allies and a threat regarding Oman. Reporter Garrett Haake summarizes the deal timeline, quotes from Trump and Jared Kushner, and specific criticisms of South Korea. Sourcing draws from Trump's public remarks and administration context; no on-camera guests.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Kushner meets Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Gaza plan after Hamas talks in Egypt

Aug 17, 2026

NBC News reports Jared Kushner meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Monday after holding talks the previous day with Hamas. The segment highlights the meetings' potential significance and an Israeli government readout on conditions for Gaza progress. It notes Hamas's status as a US-designated terrorist group and the focus on disarmament before any reconstruction or redeployment. The broadcast references a senior Israeli official's statement that Hamas must hand over weapons and address sanitation issues as initial steps. Coverage cuts off mid-sentence on Hamas's refusal to disarm.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Stephen Biebelhausen runs 4:17 mile pushing stroller at Cleveland Guardian Mile

Aug 16, 2026

The NBC News segment covers Stephen Biebelhausen winning the stroller division at the Cleveland Guardian Mile race. It highlights his 4:17 time with one-year-old daughter Blake in the stroller after just two weeks of training, calling it a new world record. The piece emphasizes the father-daughter bonding and fun of the event. Biebelhausen is quoted on showing kids they can do hard things. Coverage relies on race footage, announcer commentary, and post-race interview clips; no external experts or data sources are referenced beyond the on-site call.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

L.A. street takeover in Bellflower leads to A-Z Market liquor store looting

Aug 16, 2026

The segment covers a street takeover involving over 100 cars in an L.A. intersection early Saturday morning, featuring fireworks, burning tires, and subsequent looting of a liquor store where dozens of people smashed windows and stole alcohol. It references a similar AutoZone ransacking the prior week and notes LASD efforts including wanted posters for suspects. Reporting draws on sheriff's department statements about a pattern of lawlessness, direct quotes from store owners describing the damage, and security camera footage. It highlights police dispersal attempts and public appeals for help identifying at least 27 suspects.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC reports Vibrio vulnificus cases after Florida teen infection and 2026 Gulf deaths

Aug 16, 2026

NBC News segment warns of Vibrio vulnificus risks at popular beaches. It profiles 17-year-old Josiah Thompson's June infection from a minor leg cut while swimming in Niceville, Florida, requiring two surgeries, and notes his recovery. It cites CDC estimates of 80,000 annual cases with 1-in-5 mortality, reports 2026 deaths (Florida two, Louisiana five), and attributes northward spread to warmer waters. Officials urge avoiding open cuts in salt or brackish water and eating only cooked shellfish.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

AG Blanche says FBI supporting state-led Nancy Guthrie probe, offers no update

Aug 16, 2026

NBC News aired an interview with Attorney General Todd Blanche about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of 'Today' host Savannah Guthrie. She was abducted from her Arizona home on February 1, 2026. Blanche acknowledged the case's difficulty, confirmed FBI support for the state-led investigation, and stated he had no update on progress. The segment referenced FBI comments to The Wall Street Journal that the state remains the lead.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

LAUSD board approves resolution limiting student screen time, banning devices before second grade

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers the Los Angeles Unified School District's approval of a resolution limiting student screen time, including a ban until second grade, campus blocks on social media and streaming, and restrictions on automatic take-home devices. It highlights the role of the parent-teacher group Schools Beyond Screens and quotes board member Nick Melvoin and a parent. A Harvard expert provides context on classroom engagement needs. The report contrasts this with AI-driven or robotic teaching experiments elsewhere. Sourcing relies on named officials, the coalition, district announcements, and a brief outreach note on one AI pilot.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC reports Tropical Storm Lala forecast to hit Hawaii as potential first hurricane landfall

Aug 14, 2026

The NBC News segment reported on a state of emergency in Hawaii as Tropical Storm Lala approaches the Big Island, with correspondent Morgan Chesky reporting live from Hilo. It highlighted an updated track showing the storm strengthening into a Category 1 hurricane before potential impact tonight or early tomorrow, side-swiping other islands over the weekend, and causing urgency among residents stocking up on supplies. Specific impacts mentioned included up to 25 inches of rain in 24 hours on the Big Island raising flood risk, along with sandbags and emergency preparations. The report cut off mid-sentence while discussing Maui and Honolulu. Sourcing relied on the live reporter's observations and official forecasts, with no named external experts or anonymous officials. Graphics of the storm path were referenced but not detailed in the transcript. The throughline emphasized growing urgency and public response ahead of the rare direct threat.

▶ Source: NBC News

B Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC News airs Texas officers rescuing driver from burning car

Aug 13, 2026

The short NBC News clip, under 20 seconds, presents bodycam-style footage of Texas police officers responding to a burning car. An officer uses a baton to shatter the driver's-side window, after which officers pull the unresponsive driver to safety just before the vehicle is fully engulfed in flames. The anchor notes that police believe the driver may have been under the influence of an unknown substance. The broadcast relies on the raw video itself with voiceover narration rather than named sources or additional graphics. No specific officers, location within Texas, or named experts are identified in the clip. It appears to be a standalone viral video segment highlighting emergency response.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC Marks José Díaz-Balart's 10 Years Anchoring Nightly News Saturday

Aug 8, 2026

This NBC Nightly News Saturday segment celebrates José Díaz-Balart's 10-year anniversary as anchor. It opens with a montage of his reporting from battleground states, storm zones, the southern border, and major breaking news, then transitions to tributes from colleagues including Tom Llamas, who notes the milestone and presents a compilation of praise from NBC staff highlighting his journalism, kindness, mentorship, and human touch. The broadcast ends with Díaz-Balart's signature sign-off and a personal thank-you. Sourcing relies on internal NBC team testimonials, a graphics package crunching the 373-broadcast total, and archival clips of his career without named external experts or anonymous sources.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC tours Spokane evacuation zone as Old Trails Fire destroys hundreds of homes

Aug 8, 2026

The segment takes viewers inside the Spokane, Washington evacuation zone days after fast-moving wildfires ignited on August 1, 2026. It shows hundreds of homes reduced to ash alongside properties saved by fire retardant drops, follows crews mopping up hot spots in a "dirty burn," and features Incident Commander Tom Clemo describing the 2,000+ firefighter response, a 1,000-person tent city, and the successful evacuation of over 60,000 people in two hours. The report notes the fires' rapid spread, attributes the devastating Old Trails Fire to a serial arsonist, and highlights red flag warnings continuing through the weekend, plus separate firefighter fatalities in Utah and Oregon.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 10% Right-leaning

L

R

Puerto Rico Begins 48-Hour Water Rationing in San Juan Amid Historic Drought

Aug 8, 2026

The NBC News segment reports on the start of strict water rationing in San Juan and surrounding municipalities in Puerto Rico, where residents and businesses are scrambling to prepare for two days on, two days off water service. Correspondent George Solis interviews affected locals, including a laundromat owner facing lost revenue and a mother of teenagers without water at home, highlighting anger over the plan expected to last into December. The report shows visibly dry reservoir beds near Gurabo with cracked earth and a former floating dock now on land, linking the crisis to a severe drought after the island's driest July on record and longstanding problems with aging water pipes. Sourcing relies on on-the-ground interviews with named residents, visual evidence from the reporter, and reference to the post-Hurricane Maria power grid failures as context for infrastructure fragility. No officials are interviewed in the clip; the focus is human-impact stories and environmental visuals with the reporter narrating the drought's severity.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Betty Bromage, 97, breaks own record as oldest female wingwalker

Aug 8, 2026

The NBC News clip highlights 97-year-old Englishwoman Betty Bromage setting a new Guinness World Record as the oldest female wingwalker. It features her on the wing of a biplane performing the stunt, followed by her interview explaining her motivation. Bromage states she does it because she gets bored with life otherwise, citing inability to drive or see well as sources of frustration, and emphasizes doing what she still can.

▶ Source: NBC News

B Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

Trump Signs Narrow Executive Orders Targeting Birth Tourism and Specific Non-Citizen Births

Aug 6, 2026

The NBC News segment reports on President Trump's signing of new executive orders aimed at restricting aspects of birthright citizenship and cracking down on birth tourism. It covers attempts to deny visas to pregnant women traveling primarily to give birth, and narrower rules excluding citizenship for children born to foreign government staff, members of federally declared terrorist groups, or mothers entering solely to have a U.S.-born child. The report notes Trump's description of the measures as a 'very big crackdown' and his criticism of the Supreme Court's June 2026 ruling striking down his broader prior executive order. It ends with mention of impending legal challenges from groups like the ACLU. Sourcing relies on the reporter at the White House, direct quotes from Trump, and reference to the Supreme Court decision. No named legal experts or opposing administration officials appear; the anchor questions the reporter on challenges. The throughline frames the orders as adjustments after the court's rejection of a wider reinterpretation of the 14th Amendment.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

L

R

El-Sayed claims victory over $70M outside spending in Michigan Senate primary

Aug 5, 2026

The NBC News segment covered Abdul El-Sayed's victory speech after winning Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate primary against Rep. Haley Stevens. El-Sayed highlighted beating a record $70 million in outside spending against him, thanked supporters for proving 'the power of our movement is greater,' addressed Stevens directly with praise, and previewed the general-election fight against Republican Mike Rogers. Correspondent Shaquille Brewster reported on Stevens' endorsement for party unity against Trump and Rogers, Rogers' attacks labeling El-Sayed extreme and socialist, and the strategic importance of the open battleground seat for Senate control.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

L

R

NBC News reports Ukraine's first robotic amphibious landing on Kinburn Spit

Aug 4, 2026

The NBC News segment highlights video released by Ukraine's military showing a naval drone delivering a robotic ground vehicle armed with a machine gun onto a beach, where it fires on Russian targets. It describes the event as the first known fully robotic amphibious landing, noting the technical challenges of coordinating sea and land robots. The broadcast references a prior summer operation where aerial and ground drones captured a Russian position with no Ukrainian casualties, and discusses Ukraine integrating AI for navigation, targeting, and jamming resistance per CSIS. It quotes a Ukrainian defense industry figure to New Scientist on autonomous drones killing a Russian soldier and includes expert commentary equating the development to the introduction of gunpowder.

▶ Source: NBC News

B Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

NBC segment probes gaps in Trump Hamas disarmament announcement

Aug 3, 2026

The NBC News segment "Here's the Scoop" opens with women's baseball but focuses primarily on the Israel-Gaza situation. Host Yasmin Baugin discusses President Trump's recent Truth Social announcement of a Hamas disarmament deal brokered by his Board of Peace, subsequent rejections or conditions from Hamas and Israel, and the fragile October 2025 ceasefire. NBC international correspondent Matt Bradley analyzes why the deal faces resistance, ongoing Israeli strikes, and the pattern of Trump's bold announcements. The latter part of the show shifts to an interview with a player from the Women's Baseball League and mentions the ongoing disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today co-host Savannah Guthrie, with new ransom notes released.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Abandoned West Hollywood construction site draws coyote pack, nightly howls

Jul 29, 2026

NBC News segment reports on coyotes occupying an abandoned apartment construction site in West Hollywood, causing nighttime howling that disturbs neighbors. Residents express concern for pets and children and jokingly refer to the site as the 'West Hollywood Zoo.' The piece outlines the city's Coyote Management and Coexistence Plan, in place since 2018, which prioritizes non-lethal methods including hazing, public education, and coordination with Los Angeles County agencies.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Texas Game Wardens rescue fisherman Steven Otto from Lake Tawakoni after 3.5 hours

Jul 29, 2026

NBC News aired a brief segment featuring bodycam footage of Texas Game Wardens rescuing fisherman Steven Otto from Lake Tawakoni. Otto had been thrown from his boat during a fishing tournament and spent roughly three and a half hours in rough water. The report highlights Otto crediting his life jacket for survival and urging others to wear one. Sourcing draws from the released bodycam video and statements by game wardens; no named experts or additional guests appear.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Tornado damages Menasha and Appleton, Wisconsin; rescues underway in Downers Grove

Jul 27, 2026

The segment covers violent storms that hit eastern Wisconsin and the Chicago area on July 27, 2026, including a tornado that tore through Menasha and Appleton, causing widespread tree, home, and vehicle damage. It shows footage of hail, flash flooding, grounded flights at O'Hare and Midway, and rescue efforts for workers trapped in a Downers Grove storm sewer. The broadcast briefly notes ongoing heat alerts affecting over 130 million Americans and large wildfires forcing evacuations in France and Spain.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Savannah Guthrie posts Instagram plea for information on missing mother Nancy after 176 days

Jul 27, 2026

The NBC News segment covers Savannah Guthrie's latest Instagram video update on her mother Nancy's disappearance. It notes the case has reached 176 days and plays audio of Savannah's direct plea for information and the safe return of her 84-year-old mother. The report relies on the public Instagram post and basic case facts; no additional on-air guests or new investigative details are introduced beyond confirming the duration and the family's ongoing search.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Louisiana Supreme Court affirms vacating Jimmie Duncan conviction after 27 years on death row

Jul 26, 2026

NBC News reports on Jimmie 'Chris' Duncan, freed after nearly 30 years on Louisiana's death row for the 1993 death of 23-month-old Haley Oliveaux. The segment details his initial negligent homicide charge escalating to first-degree murder based on bite-mark testimony from Dr. Michael West and pathologist Dr. Steven Hayne.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Wildfires force hundreds of thousands to evacuate near Bordeaux and Madrid as US faces heat alerts and storms

Jul 26, 2026

The segment covers ongoing wildfires in southwest France near Bordeaux, central Spain, and southern Italy that have prompted large-scale evacuations and firefighter deployments. It also reports US heat alerts affecting over 100 million people, fires in Oregon, heavy rain and flooding in South Carolina, high swells in California, and an incoming severe storm threat to the Midwest and Tennessee Valley. Sourcing relies on on-scene reporting, Sky News footage from France, and National Weather Service-style alerts. No named experts appear; the piece uses dramatic video of rescues and flames to illustrate conditions.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

NBC outlines Democratic paths to Senate net gain of four seats in 2026

Jul 26, 2026

The segment examines the 2026 congressional map, focusing first on the Senate where Democrats need a net gain of four seats. It details defensive holds in Georgia, New Hampshire and Michigan plus targeted Republican seats in Maine and North Carolina, then notes the difficult path through Alaska, Iowa, Ohio and Texas. On the House side, the report highlights two bellwether districts: Republican Mike Lawler in New York and Democrat Vicente Gonzalez in Texas after redistricting.

▶ Source: NBC News

A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Tony Romo arrested on OWI suspicion after poor field sobriety test in Milwaukee

Jul 25, 2026

NBC News segment reports former Cowboys quarterback and CBS analyst Tony Romo was arrested in Milwaukee on suspicion of operating while intoxicated. He was pulled over, performed poorly on field sobriety tests per the police report, charged with OWI, and released after booking. The segment is brief and limited to those details from the arrest record. The report relies on the official Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office arrest-detention report. No guests or additional analysis appear; sourcing is uniform across contemporaneous coverage from WISN, NFL.com, ESPN, and others.

▶ Source: NBC News

B Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Trump recalls Obama's 2011 WHCD jokes about him, denies they spurred his candidacy

Jul 24, 2026

NBC News aired a clip of Donald Trump reflecting on Barack Obama's jokes at the 2011 White House Correspondents' Dinner. Trump describes the jokes as respectful, says he enjoyed the attention, and insists the event played no role in his decision to run for president.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

CDC tracks record cyclospora outbreak as states report thousands of cases

Jul 24, 2026

The segment covers a record U.S. cyclospora outbreak with rising cases across multiple states, including a new cluster of over 70. RFK Jr. stated the outbreak is under control shortly before additional clusters emerged. It details CDC's 2025 scaling back of the FoodNet program, reducing required monitoring from eight pathogens to two and leaving cyclospora to state tracking. Former FDA commissioners Robert Califf and Scott Gottlieb comment on the cuts and outbreak response. The report notes gaps between state-reported and CDC-confirmed cases, with Michigan citing thousands versus CDC's national 4,000 confirmed.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

SpaceX launches Starship for 13th test flight from Starbase after prior scrubs

Jul 24, 2026

NBC News broadcast live coverage of SpaceX's Starship 13th test flight attempt from Starbase, Texas, following weather and engine-related scrubs on prior dates. Segments included expert analysis from former astronauts Steve Robinson and Jose Hernandez on flight objectives, hardware like the 33 Raptor engines and heat shield, suborbital profile, booster and ship trajectories, and Starlink V3 deployment demo.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

L

R

Trump announces three advanced reactors reach criticality by July 4 deadline

Jul 24, 2026

The broadcast covers a live White House event where President Trump announces that three advanced reactors achieved criticality by July 4, 2026, fulfilling an executive order from May 2025. Officials and company CEOs highlight the private-sector milestone at Idaho National Laboratory, crediting streamlined regulations. The second half features a Q&A on topics including Saudi nuclear cooperation, Iran negotiations, Venezuela oil, wind energy opposition, coal policy, and tariffs. Sourcing relies on named administration officials, CEOs, and the president's direct statements with references to the DOE pilot program.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Colt Gray pleads guilty to all 55 counts in 2024 Apalachee High School shooting

Jul 24, 2026

The segment covers 16-year-old Colt Gray's guilty plea in Barrow County court on July 24, 2026, to 55 counts including malice murder for the September 4, 2024, shooting at Apalachee High School. Gray killed two students and two teachers and injured others; he avoids trial as a judge will determine sentencing of life in prison with or without parole. The report relies on court proceedings, uses the defendant's name and age at plea, and references the victim counts without naming sources beyond the hearing itself.

▶ Source: NBC News

B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

Gulf leaders shift to de-escalation push amid Iran war attacks on US bases

Jul 24, 2026

The segment reports Arab leaders' growing anger at President Trump's threats against Iran and lack of diplomatic progress during the ongoing 2026 Iran war. It highlights how US bases in Gulf countries, once seen as protection, are now drawing Iranian attacks that deter tourism and investment. Officials from close US allies describe uncertainty and a desire for de-escalation, contrasting with earlier regional support for the war aimed at containing or weakening Iran.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

R

Madison police fatally shoot Cory Ruiz during knife struggle after car-door theft call

Jul 23, 2026

The segment covers a July 22, 2026, fatal shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, where an officer shot 38-year-old Cory Ruiz after he allegedly produced a knife during an arrest attempt. Police responded to a report of someone checking car doors; Ruiz fled on a bike, resisted, injured an officer with the knife, and a taser failed before three shots were fired. The same officer who was stabbed fired the shots. Public records cited show Ruiz had at least 40 convictions. Demonstrations followed, including interruptions at a press conference and an outdoor concert at the state capitol. A friend who knew Ruiz for 20 years described the personal loss. The report draws on multiple video angles, police statements, and on-scene protester comments. It references an active homicide investigation and notes Ruiz's criminal history from public records. No named experts appear beyond officials and community members.

▶ Source: NBC News

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Orcas filmed ramming sunfish in coordinated Sea of Cortez hunt

Jul 23, 2026

NBC News aired new underwater footage of two orcas coordinating to smash a sunfish (mola) by one holding the tail and the other ramming it at high speed. The segment featured whale researcher Hannah Strayer explaining the behavior as likely collaborative hunting that may help juveniles feed or include an element of play. It also compared the action to known orca interactions with boats and noted orcas as apex predators that target sunfish in tropical waters including the Sea of Cortez. Graphics showed size comparisons between the sunfish, orca, and a human anchor. The piece referenced researchers from the Gulf of California documenting the event.

▶ Source: NBC News