NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Friday, January 2, 2026
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Jan 3, 2026 Heavy rain leads to flooding in California while a deadly bar fire in Switzerland is linked to champagne sparklers. The FBI successfully foiled an ISIS-inspired terror plot on New Year's Eve, adding tension to national security. In lighter news, a daring parachute stunt and a dramatic rescue of a dog from icy waters caught attention. On the tech front, BYD overtakes Tesla in electric vehicle sales, highlighting shifting market dynamics. Explore these captivating stories and more in this dynamic broadcast!
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Coast-to-Coast Weather Strain
- The U.S. faces simultaneous extreme weather: heavy rain in the West and lake-effect snow in the Northeast.
- These concurrent threats are disrupting travel, flooding infrastructure, and extending flood watches through Monday.
Foiled ISIS-Inspired Plot In North Carolina
- The FBI says it stopped an ISIS-inspired plot by an 18-year-old planning to attack public venues using hammers and knives.
- Investigators found weapons, a Kevlar vest, handwritten plans, and social media contacts with an undercover agent.
Swiss Ski-Resort Fire Survivor Accounts
- Survivors described panic as sparklers placed in champagne bottles ignited the bar's soundproof ceiling.
- At least 40 people died and investigators are checking whether the foam met safety codes that could lead to charges.