Saturday, September 19, 2026
Summary
NBC Nightly News covers severe weather across the U.S., including flash floods in the Midwest and a deadly tornado in Utah. The broadcast highlights a major First Amendment controversy after President Trump banned Politico, CNN, and MS NOW from the White House. International reports detail escalating Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia and rising oil prices, while a segment features Ed Sheeran performing after Macklemore was removed from his tour. The show concludes with a look at new leg-lengthening surgery technology and heartwarming stories of community heroes.
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Sponsors: Whoop and Energy Transfer
Severe weather: Flash floods, tornadoes, and hail
Security incident near the White House
White House press ban and First Amendment clash
Middle East tensions: Houthi strikes and oil prices
Ed Sheeran tour controversy over Macklemore removal
Brief news: Car crash, teacher stabbing, river rescue
Sponsors: Alzheimer's Association, YouTube, Stamps.com
New technique for leg lengthening surgery
Sponsors: Alzheimer's Association, YouTube, Stamps.com
Good News: Bands, cancer recovery, and a life-saving donor
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