Thursday, August 20, 2026
Summary
NBC Nightly News covers a fatal mid-air collision in Pennsylvania and severe storms across the Northeast. The broadcast details an FBI raid on former Congressman Eric Swalwell and a thwarted terror plot at the New York State Capitol. Updates include the DEA joining the Hayden Panettiere death investigation, a Philadelphia suspect unmasked, and Trump’s reunion with Michael Cohen.
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Tonight's headlines: Crash, storms, FBI raids, and more
Pennsylvania plane and helicopter collision details
Severe storms and tornadoes hit the Northeast
FBI raids Eric Swalwell's home over misconduct allegations
FBI stops alleged ISIS-inspired terror plot in NY
DEA joins investigation into Hayden Panettiere's death
Suspect identified in Philadelphia mask terror incident
Trump and Michael Cohen reunite on radio show
Commercial break and Alzheimer's awareness ad
Amazon drone delivery mishaps and expansion plans
Commercial break and AdoptUSKids ad
Track meet murder texts, NYC crash, and bear encounter
Closing sponsor message from WISE
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