NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Nov 6, 2025
Tom Costello, a seasoned NBC News correspondent, joins to provide an urgent report on the tragic UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville that resulted in at least 12 fatalities. He delves into the ongoing investigation, including the recovery of black boxes and its implications for UPS operations. The discussion also highlights the Supreme Court's skepticism about Trump’s tariff powers, the Democratic wins in recent elections, and alarming updates on an alleged ISIS-inspired Halloween plot. Tune in for a compelling blend of breaking news and political insights.
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FAA Plans 10% Flight Reductions
- The FAA will cut 10% of flights at 40 major airports due to staffing strains from the government shutdown.
- The reductions begin Friday and aim to ease pressure on air traffic controllers working without pay.
Video Shows Pre-Impact Engine Fire
- Investigators say video shows the plane's left wing or engine on fire during takeoff before UPS Flight 2976 crashed.
- The left engine was recovered between runways and the debris field stretched over half a mile.
UPS Suspends Operations At Major Hub
- UPS suspended package delivery operations at its Louisville Worldport and told some shifts not to report.
- The hub normally handles about two million packages daily, so delays will impact medications and business shipments.