JANUARY
Elizabeth Homes jury deadlocked on 3 charges, judge sends them back to deliberate
The riot, the republic and the fight for America’s soul
Democrats zero in on 1887 law pivotal to 2020 election plot
Biden condemns Trump’s ‘web of lies’ and directly blames him for Capitol riot and election turmoil
Supreme Court conservatives skeptical of Biden vaccine and mask requirements
Historic step forward or cover-up plot? Pentagon’s new UFO office splits ufologists
10 adults, 9 children dead in 5-alarm Bronx fire
No evidence of drugs or foul play in death of Bob Saget, medical examiner says
Biden hints at re-election with tough talk tying voting rights to Jan. 6 attack
Store shelves are empty again across the country, Here’s why.
Oath Keepers leader, 10 others charged with ‘seditious conspiracy’ in Jan. 6 Capitol attack
U.S. intel suggests Russia is preparing a ‘false-flag’ operation as pretext for Ukraine invasion
SATE team involved in incident at synagogue in Colleyville, Texas
Behind Trump’s sudden Covid vaccine evangelism
Federal suit targeting Jan. 6 extremist groups goes for the jugular: Their finances
First photos show ‘unprecedented disaster’ after undersea eruption, tsunami hit Tonga
White House says it will distribute 400 million free N95 masks to protect against omicron
Hamsters and mail: New Covid threats in China, Hong Kong dismay residents and experts
Booster shots effective against severe illness from omicron
Manchin says he’s ready to talk. Can Democrats sell him on a new ‘Build Back Better’?
‘Downhill,’ ‘divisive’: Americans sour on nation’s direction in new NBC News poll
U.S. discussing military deployment near Ukraine with NATO allies
Biden thinks Putin will invade Ukraine. Here’s why the West is so worried.
Justice Stephen Breyer to retire from Supreme Court
Biden announces Breyer’s retirement, pledges to nominate Black woman to Supreme court by end of February
What’s Putin planning in Ukraine standoff? TikTok might have the answer
Thousands left without power as nor’easter churns up East Coast with snow
‘Disgusted with our government’: Families frustrated after child tax credit expires
Two Beijing locals got Covid. Their contact tracing illustrated the city’s wealth gap.
FEBRUARY
Book banning in Texas schools: Titles are pulled off library shelves in record numbers
Biden to deploy troops to Eastern Europe amid Ukraine standoff
Russia has plan to stage attack as pretext for Ukraine invasion, U.S. alleges
Democrats to Biden: Time to make changes at the White House
Judge orders Trump, children to answer questions about their business practices under oath
APRIL
Civilian evacuation from besieged Mariupol stall after Russia blocks aid route
‘Scary to leave everything behind’: Ukrainian refugees embark on a 15-hour train journey to safety
Russian retreat reveals scale of devastation in region around Kyiv
Biden accuses Russia of war crimes, Zelenskyy says hundred killed in Kyiv suburb
Zelenskyy criticizes U.N. for inaction, details atrocities in Ukraine
U.S. to sanction Putin’s adult children, ban all new investments in Russia
Senate confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court in historic vote
Scores killed in eastern Ukraine train station attack as death toll rises, including children
Ukrainians, advocates agonize over sluggish refugee response by U.S.
Putin’s war fuels tensions in Baltic states with Russian-speaking populations
Russia appoints general with cruel history to oversee Ukraine offensive
At least 10 shot, 6 others injured in NYC subway; manhunt underway for suspect
Frank James, now a suspect in Brooklyn subway shooting, discussed violence in YouTube clips
‘I must do something’: Inside the massive volunteer effort in a Ukrainian library
Russia vows fresh strikes on Kyiv after warship sinks, warns U.S. to stop military aid
Russia may soon begin new offensive as Ukraine runs through artillery stocks, officials say
Who lost Biden’s agenda? Democrats offer competing theories for failure of ‘Build Back Better’
Missiles strike Lviv in Ukraine’s west as Russia hits cities from the air ahead of eastern offensive
The fight for the Donbas could turn the tide of war in Ukraine. Here’s why Russia wants it.
‘This could be the last appeal of our lives’: Mariupol commander issues plea for help
Putin claims Mariupol ‘success,’ tells forces not to storm last stronghold
Ukrainians far from the front lines drop everything to join war effort
Zelenskyy warns Russia wants to ‘invade other countries’ as another apparent mass grave found
‘It was killing me’: Ukrainian mother says her son was forcibly deported to Russia
N.Y. judge holds Trump in contempt for failing to produce documents in attorney general probe
A small country is accepting a large portion of Ukrainian refugees, Russia watches closely.
Russia halts gas supply to 2 European countries in escalation over Ukraine
Biden asks Congress for $33 billion in Ukraine aid, more sanctions enforcement
Allies were helping build up Ukraine’s arsenal. Here are some of the weapons being sent.
Emboldened by Putin’s struggles in Ukraine, West dives into deeper clash with Russia
MAY
Pelosi leads congressional delegation to meet with Zelenskyy in Kyiv
Civilians evacuated from Mariupol steel plant after weeks under siege
Supreme Court confirms leak of abortion decision; Justice Roberts orders investigation of ‘egregious breach’
The biggest health risks women would face if Roe v. Wade is overturned
In midterm battlegrounds, both parties try to weaponize abortion
Abortion laws worldwide: In what countries is abortion legal?
Black women in the South have been preparing for the day Roe is overturned for decades
U.S. unveils additional sanctions targeting Russian media, financing and elites
An empowered Ukraine and an isolated Russia: Putin has little to celebrate on Victory Day
Alabama inmate had cache of weapons in car and planned shootout before arrest, sheriff says
U.S. counts Indian boarding school deaths for first time, but leaves key questions unanswered
Putin dealt new blow as Finland’s leaders urge NATO bid ‘without delay’
Celebrity endorsers keep quiet as cryptocurrency market appears to crash
Kremlin propaganda reaches new level with talk of striking Paris, suggesting Hitler was Jewish
The Buffalo shooting suspect posted an apparent manifesto citing ‘Great Replacement’ theory
Buffalo shooting suspect planned to continue rampage down street, police say
Communities targeted by hatred and gunmen across America
Former friend of Buffalo shooting suspect says it seems like he lived ‘a double life’
Laws restricting lessons on racism make it hard for teachers to discuss the massacre in Buffalo
S&P 500 enters bear market territory – a 20 percent decline from a recent peak – for the first time since 2020
Biden signs $40 billion Ukraine aid package as Russia steps up assault in the east
As the world watches Russia’s war, other global crises see critical support fading
Here are five new developments on the war in Ukraine
Southern Baptist members call for cultural reforms after ‘horrifying’ report of sex abuse by clergy
Once again, Americans endure the horror and tragedy of gun violence
‘More could have been done’: Witnesses question law enforcement response to Texas school shooting
Police admit to driving right past the shooter and other failures in responding to the Texas school massacre
Texas police chief who delayed response did active shooter training in December
Justice Department to conduct review of law enforcement response to school shooting
‘Do something,’ Uvalde residents urge Biden as he consoles families
9 killed, more than 60 injured in Memorial Day weekend mass shootings
JUNE
The U.S. is sending Ukraine advanced rocket systems. Here’s why that artillery is so crucial.
2 p.m.: Shooter buys AR-15. 5 p.m.: Shooter uses it to kill doctor.
Lakota elders helped a white man preserve their language. Then he tried to sell it back to them
‘Outsider’ in Nevada’s GOP Senate primary surges, rattling Trump’s pick
Uvalde funeral attendant who encountered gunman says he tried to go after shooter, was held back
At least 12 dead in another weekend of mass shooting across America
Los Angeles and San Francisco voters may rebuke left in primaries
Fourth grade Uvalde survivor urges Congress for more security at schools
Cheney’s Jan. 6 committee spotlight burns her in Wyoming primary
Amazon’s chat app is flooded with child sexual abuse images – and little is being done to stop it
‘March For Our Lives’ protests against gun violence sweep nation following hundreds of mass shootings
Senate negotiators announce framework deal on bipartisan gun package
‘Detached from reality’: Trump insiders worked to convince him he lost the 2020 election
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell says he supports framework deal on guns
Federal hate crime charges filed against Buffalo supermarket shooting suspect
‘Riots in the streets’: Trump White house lawyer details unheeded warnings of violence ahead of Jan. 6
Meet the family behind ‘Texas Thighs,’ an account for a mom’s salacious photos (when it isn’t getting banned)
‘Two potential threats’: Black parents fear more school cops in response to mass shootings
The growing pains that come with making Juneteenth a federal holiday
A 24/7 hotline meant to support Uvalde left one woman confused – and concerned for survivors
Jan. 6 panel puts spotlight on Trump’s efforts to strong-arm state officials
House GOP leaders to whip against bipartisan gun violence prevention bill
Trump told DOJ official on election: ‘Just say it was corrupt,’ Jan. 6 evidence shows
Supreme Court Overturns Roe V. Wade
Abortion clinics close, move up appointments as Roe v. Wade ends
Abortion bans and ‘trigger’ laws go into effect in several states
Inside a Tennessee abortion clinic after Roe’s fall
Jan. 6 panel looks inside Trump White House with testimony from Mark Meadows’ top aide
Texas-funded crisis pregnancy centers gave medical misinformation to NBC News producers
Supreme Court curbs EPA’s power to limit greenhouse gas emissions
JULY
11 people are registered to vote at an old farm in Loving County, Texas. But the sheriff says no one lives there.
Ukrainians taken captive by Russia say they were held in brutal conditions: ‘Everyone was beaten’
McConnell wants to win the suburbs by defusing cultural hot buttons. Trump and his own party have other ideas.
Highland Park shooting was planned for weeks; suspect dressed like woman during rampage, police say
Suspect confesses to Highland Park shooting and plotted second attack in Wisconsin, prosecutor says
British Prime Minister steps down after a wave of scandals and mass resignations
Biden signs executive order to protect abortion access
The Women’s March rallies in DC to pressure Biden on abortion rights
Adoptees are told to be grateful they weren’t aborted. They’re protesting Roe’s overturn.
Foster youth in Michigan who worked toward diplomas learned a discouraging truth: They had no credits
Hearing to focus on ties between Trump allies and extremist groups
U.S. inflation rises 9.1% in June, more than expected, as prices keep climbing
When should you get your Covid booster shot?
Biden meets with Saudi crown prince amid tensions over Khashoggi murder
Biden tells Middle East leaders the U.S. ‘is not going anywhere’
Gas prices are falling, but voters say they aren’t feeling the relief
Republicans embraced a solution to school violence. Now some are denouncing it as ‘woke.’
National Archives asks Secret Service to probe possible deletion of Jan. 6 text messages
Secret Service was told at least once before Jan. 6 to preserve texts
Biden tests positive for Covid, experiencing mild symptoms
How a cattle theft sting operation snared the top elected official in Loving County, Texas
Republicans split on same-sex marriage bill, which faces uncertainty in the Senate
The ‘catastrophic’ high cost of insulin is financially straining diabetes patients
Temperatures could hit triple digits in the Pacific Northwest; severe storms threaten the Northeast
Heat warnings issued as Pacific Northwest braces for soaring temperatures
Justice Department investigating Trump’s actions as part of Jan. 6 probe
Schumer urges Senate to pass deal with Manchin before August recess
With Manchin’s surprise, Democrats finally feel they have robust agenda to run on
FBI failures before the Capitol siege avoided the Jan. 6 committee’s scorn. Not for long.
AUGUST
As Manchin pushes for speedy passage of new deal, Sinema stays quiet
Justice Department sues Idaho over abortion ban in first post-Roe litigation
Kansans overwhelmingly vote to uphold abortion rights
Brittney Griner sentenced to 9 years in Russian prison on drug charges
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema signs off on Democrats’ big agenda bill, paving the way for Senate passage
Abandoned mines and poor oversight worsened Kentucky flooding, attorney says
Democrats’ big climate, health care and tax package clears major Senate hurdle
Dems desperate for election boost seize on ‘extremely popular’ measure in spending bill
How the FBI search at Mar-a-Lago could influence another Trump run for president
Trump invokes Fifth Amendment in N.Y. AG’s civil probe of his business practices
His mother rejected his gay identity. Now she’s coming for library books.
Trump denies report that FBI sought nuclear documents during Mar-a-Lago search
Republicans are rallying around Trump following the FBI raid. That’s good news for Biden.
‘It worried people all the time’: How Trump’s handling of secret documents led to the FBI’s Mar-a-Lago search
Rudy Giuliani informed he’s a target of probe into Trump’s alleged election interference in Georgia
‘She has to have an endgame’: Cheney faces her Trump-backed challenger in Wyoming
Liz Cheney ‘thinking about’ White House run after primary loss, vows to do ‘whatever it takes’ to defeat Trump
Ex-Trump Org. CFO Allen Weisselberg pleads guilty to tax fraud
Ukraine-aligned ‘partisans’ are behind recent blasts deep behind Russian lines, official says
Trump calls the presidency ‘hell.’ As legal woes mount, allies say he’s more determined than ever to win it back.
57% of voters say investigations into Trump should continue, NBC News poll finds
Judge indicates he may not unseal much, if any, of Trump Mar-a-Lago search affidavit
One state chose not to use a federal option to serve free summer meals. Thousands of kids paid the price.
Biden to cancel up to $10K in federal student loan debt for certain borrowers and up to $20K for Pell Grant recipients
These 4 charts capture the current state of student loan debt in the U.S.
One of the most powerful men in New York’s gay nightlife scene is accused of preying on young men for years
Dismayed by images of Russians relaxing on European beaches, Ukraine pushes for ban on tourist visas
Judge signals support for special master to review some Trump records FBI seized
Inspectors on their way to Ukrainian nuclear plant at the center of radiation disaster fears
Here are the signs Republicans’ hopes for a ‘red wave’ are receding ahead of the 2022 elections
Trump team likely ‘concealed and removed’ classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, DOJ says
SEPTEMBER
Trump’s seized passports could be a problem for him, legal experts say
Residents were pitched on building a spaceport. Seven years later, many say it’s a ‘bridge to nowhere.’
DeSantis’ election police charged 20 with voter fraud. Advocates say there’s more to the story.
Trump suggests the Mar-a-Lago documents were bound for his library. Advisers say he rarely talked about it.
Liz Truss wins race to be next U.K. leader and succeed scandal-hit Boris Johnson
The GOP is pushing for a turnaround in midterm Senate races
Judge’s order for Trump special master viewed as deeply flawed by legal experts
Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision; royal family travels to be by her side
King Charles III leads U.K. into an uncertain new era
Charles III is formally proclaimed king
Queen’s coffin arrives in Edinburgh on first stop of her final journey
Ukraine’s offensive not only surprised Russia – it may be a turning point in the war
Ukraine keeps up pressure on retreating Russian forces – and its Western allies
Trump allies in Congress set their sights on Gen. Milley, seen as a fierce critic of the former president
Putin acknowledges China’s ‘concern’ over Ukraine war as Xi enjoys leverage in Russia alliance
What now for Putin? After Russia retreat, the Kremlin has few good options
Some Britons fume over being ‘pushed’ into national mourning for Queen Elizabeth
Russia’s pro-war activists sour on the conflict as Ukraine’s battlefield success breeds panic
Britain bids farewell to its beloved queen with a ceremony steeped in history and royal ritual
Occupied regions announce votes to join Russia in the wake of Ukrainian advances
New York AG sues Trump, his children and their company on charges of large-scale business fraud
Here’s how seriously the West should take Putin’s latest nuclear threats
Russian-occupied regions begin staged vote as Kremlin denies reports of men fleeing service
Russia’s army is plagued by training and morale issues as Moscow rolls out partial mobilization
Biden says the election is a battle against ‘MAGA Republicans.’ He’s been silent about Democrats elevating them.
Ian strengthens into a hurricane as Florida and Cuba brace for possible floods
Secret Service gave investigators the cellphones of 24 agents involved in Jan. 6 response
Hurricane Ian strengthens to Category 4 near Florida
Millions without power in Florida as Ian surges north; Biden declares major disaster
Ian barrels toward S.C. as death toll grows in Florida
OCTOBER
At least 34 dead in Florida as Ian heads north; power outages complicate rescue efforts
Biden to visit Florida and Puerto Rico as scale of Hurricane Ian’s death and destruction emerges
Ukrainian forces break through in the south as Putin’s problems mount
The White House is discussing a push around immigration – after the midterms
A cop put on a MAGA hat to save fellow officers on Jan. 6 – and an Oath Keeper helped
Battle lines drawn in three-way race for House Republicans’ No. 3 spot
Abortion bombshell rocks Georgia Senate race, Neither candidate wants to discuss it.
Huge explosion destroys part of bridge linking Russia and Crimea
Democrats try to pre-empt the GOP’s ‘soft on crime’ attacks. It may not work.
Russia unleashes deadly strikes across Ukraine after Crimea bridge attack
A bold attack on a bridge embarrassed and infuriated the Kremlin. Here’s why.
The Penn State abuse scandal sparked laws that are ensnaring poor families
Jury recommends life in prison without parole for Parkland school shooter, rejects death penalty
Cat litter boxes are suddenly a culture war flashpoint. Here’s how that happened.
Russia’s evacuation of civilians in southern Ukraine betrays Kremlin concern
Boats carrying Russians escaping military draft are arriving in South Korea. Most will be sent away.
Vast majority of Republicans support abortion exceptions for rape, incest and mother’s health
Biden admin officials weigh discouraging U.S. firms from expanding ties with Saudis
‘What are they hiding?’: Group sues Biden and National Archives over JFK assassination records
Liz Truss resigns after brief and disastrous spell as British leader
Steve Bannon sentenced to 4 months in contempt of Congress after defying Jan. 6 subpoenas
Liberal parents are firing back at conservatives on school issues – but they’re far behind
Young Democrats ready their plans for a post-Pelosi shake-up
Britain’s next prime minister Rishi Sunak warns country faces a ‘profound economic challenge’
Russian court upholds Brittney Griner’s sentence to 9 years in prison colony
Three-quarters of pediatric hospital beds in U.S. are full amid surge of viruses in kids
Isolation, torment and grueling labor: What Brittney Griner can expect in Russia’s penal colonies
Nancy Pelosi’s husband was ‘violently assaulted’ during a home invasion, her office says
In 5 key battlegrounds, most GOP state legislative nominees are election deniers, report finds
South Korea in mourning after Halloween crowd crush kills at least 153
Biden lost temper with Zelenskyy during June phone call when Ukraine leader asked for more aid
NOVEMBER
One week from Election Day, the battle for Senate control is ‘a jump ball’
Federal judge issues restraining order against group monitoring Arizona ballot boxes
Election officials are bracing for conspiracy-fueled threats – while still hoping for the best
Elon Musk’s inner circle hints at a very different future for Twitter on policy and politics
Early voting breaks records in Georgian as bitter Senate race tests red-to-blue drift
Democrats catch up to GOP on enthusiasm in final NBC News poll before midterms
Starkly different visions for Arizona dominate campaign’s closing days
Voters head to polls with control of Congress at stake
Control Of Congress Uncertain As Democrats Dodge A Red Wave
GOP starts boosting Herschel Walker in runoff amid calls to keep Trump away from Georgia
Days after midterm elections, control of Congress still in limbo
Sen. Mark Kelly re-elected in Arizona; Democrats one win away from holding Senate majority
Democrats Keep Senate Control
Congress returns after the 2022 midterm election with a hectic year-end agenda
Battleground Republicans unload on Trump ahead of expected 2024 announcement
McConnell re-elected Senate GOP leader, defeating challenger Rick Scott
Nancy Pelosi, the first female speaker of the House says she’ll step down as Democratic leader
Twitter temporarily closes offices after Musk ultimatum prompts new wave of resignations
Who is Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Donald Trump?
5 killed, 18 injured in Colorado LGBTQ club shooting
Anti-LGBTQ sentiment in Colorado Springs had some in the community anticipating tragedy
Being LGBTQ in Colorado Springs Wasn’t always easy. Now, some feel more exposed than ever.
Walmart worker in Virginia opens fire, killing at least 6, police say
After the Colorado Springs attack, LGBTQ people are furious at the rhetoric targeting them
Cooling job market doesn’t take the heat off the holiday hiring spree
Kevin McCarthy could face floor fight for speaker. That hasn’t happened in a century.
House Democrats prepare to pass the torch, avoiding messy leadership fights
Protests sweep across China in a challenge to Xi’s ‘zero-Covid’ policy
Political hostility between U.S. and Iran ads to tension before crucial World Cup match
Trump’s tax returns now in the hands of House Democrats after lengthy court battle
DECEMBER
Democrats seize on abortion to stir up voters in Georgia runoff
Biden signs legislation to avert rail strike
The U.S. loses 3-1 to the Netherlands, ending a gutsy World Cup run
Biden’s 2024 primary calendar gives Kamala Harris an edge in a future White House Bid
Supreme Court weighs web designer’s refusal to work on same-sex weddings
Suspect in Colorado LGBTQ nightclub massacre is charged with 305 counts, including murder and hate crimes
There are plenty of clues in the home where Idaho students were killed. But solving the case may not be simple.
WNBA star Brittney Griner released from Russian custody in a high-profile prisoner swap
Russia is providing ‘unprecedented’ military support to Iran in exchange for drones, officials say
Republicans run from Trump’s resistance to early voting
Congress struggles to reach funding deal as conservatives push to torpedo it
How Dutch farmers became the center of a global right-wing culture war
We have ‘ignition’: Fusion breakthrough draws energy gain
Two years later, did Covid vaccines live up to their promise
Chuck Schumer predicts Democrats will hold the Senate majority again in 2024
Biden official told members of Congress that Ukraine has ability to retake Crimea
Musk’s Twitter moves may set him on course for a clash with Europe’s ‘red lines’
World Cup final enters extra time after France’s Kylian Mbappe stuns Argentina with two late goals
Committee to vote to urge the DOJ to pursue criminal charges against Trump
A Texas superintendent ordered school librarians to remove LGBTQ books. Now the federal government is investigating.
Informant warned FBI weeks before Jan. 6 that the far-right saw Trump tweet as ‘a call to arms’
More than 1,200 flights canceled, and many others delayed, as major storm system moves across the U.S.
Intel community escapes major criticism by Jan. 6 committee for missing ‘foreseeable’ Capitol violence
At least 17 people dead as winter storm brings blizzards and dangerous wind chills to much of the U.S.
Deadly winter storm will bring ‘life-threatening’ cold on Christmas Day, forecasters warn
At least 55 killed, including 25 in Erie County, N.Y., as winter storm wallops swaths of U.S.
At least 63 killed in deadly blizzard wreaking havoc across U.S.
Travel nurses took high-paying jobs during Covid. But then their pay was slashed, sometimes in half.
Massive Russian missile barrage pummels cities across Ukraine
Trump’s returns show he paid little in taxes
Benedict XVI, the first to resign the papacy in 600 years, dies at 95
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