NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Aug 7, 2025
A tragic shooting at Fort Stewart leaves five soldiers injured, triggering a lockdown and investigation. Extreme weather wreaks havoc across the U.S., with wildfires and flooding raising air quality concerns. The past of the shooter, marked by mental health struggles and a haunting suicide note, adds depth to the story. Healthcare challenges arise as a plastic surgeon faces retaliation from insurance companies. In the midst of chaos, vivid tales of Little Havana's culture and significant volcanic eruptions provide a glimpse into resilience.
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Fort Stewart Shooting Incident
- Sergeant Cornelius Radford, an Army logistical specialist with no deployment history, opened fire on fellow soldiers at Fort Stewart using a personal handgun.
- Other soldiers quickly subdued him, preventing further casualties on the large military base.
Extreme Weather's Broad Impact
- Wildfires from Texas to California, combined with back-to-back torrential rains, have caused widespread air quality alerts and dangerous flooding across the U.S.
- Smoke from Canadian wildfires contributes to haze even on the East Coast, highlighting interconnected environmental impacts.
NYC Shooter's Mental Health Struggles
- Shane Devon Tamura, the NYC shooter, had long struggled with mental illness and concussion effects from football, documented in videos and calls released by police.
- Despite previous police interventions, he legally purchased firearms used in the deadly attack at NFL headquarters.