A rundown of this week's top stories exclusively for NBC News subscribers.
 
 

THIS WEEK FOR SUBSCRIBERS

Saturday, May 2, 2026

 

Your inside look at this week’s exclusive reporting.

 
 

TOP EXCLUSIVE ARTICLE

Suspect in D.C. gala shooting made 'jarring' transformation after leading Christian student group

Suspect in D.C. gala shooting made 'jarring' transformation after leading Christian student group

Former members of the Caltech Christian Fellowship thought of Cole Tomas Allen, 31, as "apolitical." His alleged turn to political violence was unexpected. Access the full story.

MORE TOP STORIES

  • Iran caused more extensive damage to U.S. military bases than publicly known
  • Legal experts shellshocked over new Comey indictment
  • The Inside Scoop: A ceasefire in Lebanon — for now
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LATEST BRIEFINGS

Powell’s Fed tenure nears its end, but it’s not goodbye yet

Powell’s Fed tenure nears its end, but it’s not goodbye yet

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What’s happening at OpenAI?

What’s happening at OpenAI?

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Prosecutors could face this challenge at trial for WHCA dinner suspect

Prosecutors could face this challenge at trial for WHCA dinner suspect

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KENTUCKY DERBY

Steve Kornacki's guide to the Kentucky Derby: Biggest storylines and best bets

Steve Kornacki's guide to the Kentucky Derby: Biggest storylines and best bets

Finding a winning ticket in this Derby may come down to embracing uncertainty. With no standout favorite, the smartest play could lie beyond the obvious choices. Don’t miss Kornacki’s live Derby pick this Saturday.

 

EXCLUSIVE Q&A

For subscribers: Ask Richard Engel anything

For subscribers: Ask Richard Engel anything

NBC News’ chief foreign correspondent Richard Engel will answer subscriber questions during a livestream on Thursday, 5/7 at 12 p.m. ET. Subscribers get exclusive access to watch live and submit questions ahead of time or during the event.

 

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