65,000 forced to evacuate from Spokane fires
Three wildfires in Spokane, WA have destroyed more than 700 structures and forced tens of thousands to flee to safety. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky reports from inside the fire zone.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:06:10 GMT

Blanche Scraps ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Ahead of Nomination
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination appears to be back on track after he announced a key decision to satisfy two Republican holdouts in the Senate who said they could not support his confirmation until the “anti-weaponization” fund was rescinded in writing. Now, Blanche posted an order establishing, “Beyond any doubt, there is no fund.”  NBC’s Garrett Haake reports for TODAY.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:23:25 GMT

Senate leaders reach a deal to avert a shutdown before the 2026 elections
Senate leaders have struck a bipartisan agreement to keep the government funded past the 2026 midterm elections and avoid a shutdown in October.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:03:18 GMT

Trump says U.S. has had 'many talks' with Iran
President Donald Trump told reporters the U.S. continues to hold talks with Iran to reach a new peace deal focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran's nuclear program.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:21:54 GMT

Michigan reports two deaths linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services has reported that two people have died in connection to the outbreak of cyclosporiasis. NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar has details on the disease and symptoms to watch for.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:02:54 GMT