NBC Nightly News Full Episode - July 12

This episode reports on the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, updates on Senator Mitch McConnell’s recovery, escalating military conflict in the Middle East, severe weather across the U.S., and ongoing public health outbreaks.

• Senator Graham’s death — The 71-year-old passed away suddenly after suffering cardiac arrest at his home [02:04].

• Cause details — Officials reported he likely suffered a torn aorta, with a toxicology report still pending [05:21].

• McConnell’s health — Senator Mitch McConnell released a photo confirming he lost consciousness after a fall and is currently in rehab [02:38].

• U.S.-Iran tension — Military forces launched strikes on Iran following attacks against commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz [07:35].

• Destructive storms — Intense weather tore off roofs in Philadelphia and triggered mudslides across the South [10:06].

• Heat wave — A heat dome is blanketing most of the country, putting millions under alerts [11:30].

• Parasite spread — Cases of Cyclosporiasis have surpassed 3,000, and experts advise washing produce to prevent illness [17:09].

• Legionnaires' outbreak — Officials are investigating the source in New York City after cooling towers tested positive at several buildings [17:53].

• Yellowstone incident — A 65-year-old man was injured after being charged and launched into the air by a bison [12:32].

• Bangkok tragedy — A fire at a pub killed 27 people and left dozens injured [14:32].

• Nolan Wells case — His family is seeking answers following his death during a boat trip [15:01].

• What health practices are recommended to help prevent the contraction of Cyclosporiasis?

• What is the current status of the Strait of Hormuz regarding commercial shipping transit?