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New York and New Jersey under states of emergency amid heavy rain and flooding; Federal government has one day left to avoid shutdown; Remembering Dianne Feinstein, the longest-serving woman in Senate history; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Government shutdown looming as Congress seems unlikely to pass spending bill; Biden: MAGA movement ‘does not share the basic beliefs’ of democracy; Suspect caught in murder of tech CEO Pava LaPere in Baltimore; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Travis King back in U.S. custody after being held in North Korea; Senator Bob Menendez and wife plead not guilty in alleged bribery scheme; Trump will skip second debate to speak to an audience including auto workers in Detroit; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

As a bonus for NBC Nightly News listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of Grapevine, a new original podcast series from NBC News Studios. From the same team that brought you the #1 podcast Southlake, Grapevine tells the story of one family broken apart in the midst of a new anti-LGBTQ culture war, and the high school English teacher caught in the middle. Follow now to get the first two episodes on Wednesday, October 4: https://link.chtbl.com/grapevine_fdlw

Biden joins striking United Auto Workers on the picket line in Detroit; Judge rules Trump committed fraud by overvaluing assets and net worth; Urgent manhunt underway for the suspected murderer of Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Murder in Apartment 12, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Keith Morrison. The story starts with Nona Dirksmeyer, a young beauty queen. Smart and talented, her future is bright. But just days before her 20th birthday, Nona is murdered in her apartment. Police quickly decide their primary suspect is the young man who found her – her boyfriend, Kevin. After all, his bloody palm print is at the crime scene. Case closed? Not by a long shot. In Dateline’s latest original podcast series, Keith Morrison tells the story of three trials, two suspects, and one small town where things are not always what they seem. Listen to the first 2 episodes now for free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts. Subscribers get early access to new episodes and can listen to all Dateline podcasts ad-free: https://link.chtbl.com/miat_fdlw

Hollywood writers and major studios reach tentative deal; Senator Bob Menendez defiant amid calls to resign; Federal government shutdown could have tough consequences on Americans; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Hollywood writers strike could soon end as both sides reach agreement, sources say; In historic mission, NASA space capsule returns carrying asteroid sample; Thousands of homes and businesses lose power after Ophelia’s heavy rainfall; and more in tonight’s broadcast.

Stephen Sanchez wrote his hit song “Until I Found You” in his bedroom. He tells NBC News’ Kate Snow what’s behind his debut album, “Angel Face.”

Senator Bob Menendez indicted on bribery charges; United Auto Workers expand strike against GM and Stellantis; Eagle Pass, Texas at center of growing U.S. border crisis; and more in tonight’s broadcast.

Deadly bus crash on I-84 in New York; Biden administration announces policy allowing nearly 500,000 Venezuelans to apply for work permits; manhunt underway for convicted sex offender who escaped from St. Louis hospital; and more in tonight’s broadcast.

Garland testifies on Capitol Hill over office’s involvement in Trump and Hunter Biden cases; Manhunt underway for murder suspect accidentally released from jail in Indiana; Questions linger over death of NFL fan at Patriots-Dolphins game; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Five Americans imprisoned in Iran now back in the U.S.; Fentanyl stored at Bronx day care where 1-year-old died, prosecutors say; United Auto Workers demanding agreement by Friday or say strike will widen; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Debris field located by team looking for missing F-35 fighter jet in South Carolina; Five Americans imprisoned for years in Iran finally free; Hunter Biden suing IRS, alleging agency sought to damage his reputation; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Authorities search for suspect who fatally shot Los Angeles County deputy; Five Americans imprisoned in Iran set to be freed in high-stakes deal; Trump faces new scrutiny for comments on challenging 2020 election loss; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Post-tropical cyclone Lee brings strong winds and rainfall to New England; UAW reports ‘reasonably productive’ talks with Ford amid historic strike; Trump speaks out after special counsel asks judge to impose narrow gag order; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Thousands of auto workers strike as UAW and big three fail to reach a deal; New England preparing for Hurricane Lee to bring strong winds and rain; Biden campaign ramping up push to attract younger voters; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Hunter Biden indicted with three federal felony gun charges; Trump speaks in first broadcast interview since leaving White House; Parts of New England preparing for Hurricane Lee’s impact; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Lester Holt anchors an NBC News Special Report as Hunter Biden, President Biden’s son, is indicted on three new counts.

Convicted killer Danelo Cavalcante back in custody after 14 day manhunt; Putin and Kim Jong Un meet in Russia; Massive flooding in Eastern Libya claims over 8,000 lives; and more on tonight’s broadcast.