NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Tuesday, May 20, 2025
May 21, 2025
Ryan Chandler, a reporter known for his incisive breaking news coverage, sheds light on a dramatic jailbreak in New Orleans. He discusses how a jail employee helped ten inmates escape, triggering a frantic manhunt for six fugitives, including a convicted killer. The conversation also covers the looming threat of severe storms affecting millions, alongside political tensions around immigration enforcement and rising housing challenges. Chandler’s insights provide a gripping snapshot of a day filled with chaos and urgency.
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Inside Job Jail Escape
- Jail maintenance worker Sterling Williams helped 10 inmates escape by turning off water and facilitating a hole in the cell wall.
- Williams acted under threat and three jail staff are now on leave as manhunt continues.
Debris Risks in Tornado Aftermath
- Tornado debris can become deadly projectiles during follow-up storms, increasing risks significantly.
- Emergency sirens failed to alert people in St. Louis, exacerbating frustrations after fatal tornadoes.
Cassie Ventura Abuse Testimony
- Cassie Ventura's mother testified about bruises and abuse by Sean Diddy Combs shown during trial.
- Combs allegedly paid $20,000 to Cassie's family to interfere with her dating musician Kid Cudi.