NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Dec 25, 2025
Dana Griffin, NBC reporter, discusses the chaos in California due to an atmospheric river causing widespread flooding and mudslides, sharing stories from affected communities. Sam Brock dives into the investigation surrounding a deadly nursing home explosion in Pennsylvania, exploring potential gas line issues and regulatory violations. Amidst these crises, Christmas celebrations make a heartfelt return to Bethlehem, showcasing resilience in the face of adversity. This highlight reel of news captures the spirit and challenges of the season.
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West Faces Catastrophic Storm
- A powerful storm drenched California, prompting a state of emergency and widespread flash flood alerts for 41 million people.
- Officials warned that up to a foot of rain and mudslides threaten homes, roads, and lives across fire-scarred hillsides.
Nursing Home Explosion Shocks Community
- Sam Brock described a deadly nursing home explosion in Bristol Township that killed two and hospitalized 20 people.
- Rescuers and investigators are probing whether a nearby gas line or prior safety violations played a role.
New Epstein Documents Could Be Vast
- The Justice Department discovered potentially more than a million additional Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.
- DOJ says processing the mass volume will delay mandated public releases by weeks, drawing Congressional pressure.