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Maui fires live updates: At least 6 dead as Hawaii continues to battle blazes

At least 271 structures have been damaged, destroyed or otherwise impacted in the western Malibu town of Lahaina after a devastating wildfire, Maui County officials said.
Smoke billows near Lahaina as wildfires driven by high winds destroy a large part of the historic town of Lahaina, Hawaii, on Aug. 9, 2023.
Smoke billows near Lahaina as wildfires driven by high winds destroy a large part of the historic town of Lahaina, Hawaii, on Aug. 9, 2023.

American woman and child released after kidnapping in Haiti

An American woman and her child were released after being held captive in Haiti for the past 11 days. NBC News’ Kristen Dahlgren has more details on the kidnapping.
American woman and child released after kidnapping in Haiti
American woman and child released after kidnapping in Haiti

FBI fatally shoots Utah man who threatened to kill Biden

The FBI has not revealed what sparked its deadly confrontation with a man who had threatened to kill President Biden as he headed to Salt Lake City, Utah. The man said he was “cleaning the dust” off his sniper rifle, according to court documents. NBC News’ Peter Alexander has more details.
FBI fatally shoots Utah man who threatened to kill Biden
FBI fatally shoots Utah man who threatened to kill Biden

Inside look at Virgin Galactic’s historic civilian launch: Exclusive

Virgin Galactic is getting ready for a historic launch tomorrow with a cabin full of civilian passengers. NBC News’ Gadi Schwartz got an exclusive behind-the-scenes preview of the flight.
Inside look at Virgin Galactic’s historic civilian launch: Exclusive
Inside look at Virgin Galactic’s historic civilian launch: Exclusive

Mega Millions lottery ticket sold in Florida Publix

The winner of the Mega Millions lottery of $1.58 billion has not come forward yet, but the ticket was sold in the city of Neptune Beach, Florida at a Publix. NBC News’ Sam Brock has more details on the billion dollar mystery.
Mega Millions lottery ticket sold in Florida Publix
Mega Millions lottery ticket sold in Florida Publix

Deadly wildfires in Hawaii scorching island of Maui

Multiple explosive wildfires in Hawaii are scorching the island of Maui as thousands try to evacuate the area. NBC News’ Miguel Almaguer has the latest on the emergency that forced people into the ocean to escape the flames.
Deadly wildfires in Hawaii scorching island of Maui
Deadly wildfires in Hawaii scorching island of Maui

Hawaii’s Lt. Gov. speaks on deadly wildfires in Maui

Hawaii’s Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke joins Lester Holt to discuss the massive wildfires on the island of Maui that are causing vast destruction and have already claimed at least six lives.
Hawaii’s Lt. Gov. speaks on deadly wildfires in Maui
Hawaii’s Lt. Gov. speaks on deadly wildfires in Maui

Disney to raise monthly price on ad-free Disney+ to $13.99

Disney is launching a new “premium duo” product of Disney+ and Hulu without commercials for $19.99 per month.
Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger.
Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger.

Covid, flu, RSV vaccines urged as health officials brace for respiratory virus season

“We are very, very concerned about the upcoming pan-respiratory season,” Dr. Marcus Plescia, chief medical officer for a national public health group, said.
New COVID-19 vaccine
New COVID-19 vaccine
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Robbie Robertson, leader of The Band, dies at 80

Robertson played lead guitar and wrote some of The Band’s best-known songs, including “The Weight,” “Up on Cripple Creek,” and “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.”
From left, Garth Hudson, Robbie Robertson, Levon Helm, Richard Manuel and Rick Danko of The Band in 1971.
From left, Garth Hudson, Robbie Robertson, Levon Helm, Richard Manuel and Rick Danko of The Band in 1971.

Gay veterans sue Defense Department over military discharges

Without receiving an honorable discharge, veterans cannot access a wide range of benefits, including certain health care and loan programs.
Color Guard members from the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps march at the 2018 San Diego Pride Parade on July 14, 2018.
Color Guard members from the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps march at the 2018 San Diego Pride Parade on July 14, 2018.