NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Friday, January 23, 2026
Jan 24, 2026
Kelly O'Donnell, veteran NBC correspondent who covers crime and justice, reports on the capture and charges tied to an alleged drug kingpin and related court developments. Emily Aked, on-the-ground television reporter, files live from the storm zone on blizzard conditions, grocery lines, power concerns, and massive flight disruptions. The show jumps between urgent public-safety scenes and fast-moving legal developments.
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Panic Buying Strains Supplies
- Panic buying mirrors pandemic behavior with long lines and empty supermarket shelves.
- Supply strain and local shortages may compound storm impacts for millions who can't fully prepare.
Power Plant Preps And The Red Phone
- Inside Texas's largest power plant, operators monitor supply and use a red phone to alert the state if problems arise.
- Crews have prepped for months to try to keep the grid stable through the freeze.
Extended Cold Amplifies Aftermath Risk
- The storm's long-duration cold will suppress recovery; temperatures may stay below freezing for days in many areas.
- Extended cold increases infrastructure and health risks beyond initial snowfall totals.