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Texas Democrats leave state to fight Republican redistricting effort

When the Asheville, N.C. Ballet Company's studio was destroyed in Hurricane Helene, it decided to move ahead with its production of the holiday classic the Nutcracker. @HallieJackson has their inspiring story.

Lithium-ion batteries are in all kinds of electronics. But they can explode and catch fire quickly. @SamBrockNBC got an up-close look at just how dangerous they can be in e-bikes and e-scooters.

Some workers for Amazon are threatening a potential strike ahead of the holidays. But will it disrupt shipping? @ABroaddus reports.

Two massive Russian oil tankers were split in half by strong storms in the Black Sea. Each carried thousands of tons of oil. @PriyaNBC reports.

RFK Jr. is getting ready to make the rounds on Capitol Hill. It's an effort to drum up support ahead of his confirmation hearings for Health and Human Services secretary. @NBCAaron reports.

A grand jury could be asked to hand up an indictment against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing CEO Brian Thompson. @PriscillaWT reports.

A rare, violent tornado hit parts of Northern California causing injuries and damaging homes and businesses. @DanaGriffinNBC reports.

There are growing calls for action as drone sightings increase in the skies over New York and New Jersey. Today Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer urged federal officials to use special drone detection technology. @MayaEaglin reports.

Army veteran Wayne Hoey was on a delayed flight when he pulled out his saxophone and started a holiday carol sing-along. @@jdbalart reports.

President-Elect Trump says he'll work to end daylight saving time, arguing it is costly and inconvenient. @sambrocknbc reports.

Woman accusing Jay-Z of rape now admits she made some “mistakes” but stands by her story. @ChloeMelas reports.

Some Syrian factories have become secret drug labs that helped fund Bashar Al-Assad's regime. @mattmcbradley reports.

Trump attends Army-Navy game with key political allies. @nbcaaron reports.

CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione has a new high-profile lawyer and we are getting a look inside the Pennsylvania prison where he's being held. @priscillawt reports.

The search for answers grows as more mystery drones are spotted over New Jersey, New York, and a handful of other states. @MayaEaglin reports.

Workers who helped rebuild Notre Dame Cathedral were invited to perform in the historic church this week. @HallieJackson has their story.

Taylor Swift’s blockbuster Eras Tour will have its final show on Sunday in Canada. Speculation is swirling about who she could bring out as a surprise guest. @EmilieIkedaNBC has all the excitement from Vancouver.

Growing questions over who could be flying large drones spotted over New York & New Jersey. @GeorgeSolis has the latest.

In his first broadcast TV interview since winning re-election, President-elect Trump walked through his plans for his first day in office and beyond. @kwelkernbc has the exclusive interview.