The Season 15 premiere of 'Chicago Fire' reveals that Joe Miñoso's character, Cruz, is paralyzed after a spine fracture, ending his firefighting career. Dermot Mulroney's character, Pascal, exits the series, and Taylor Kinney's Severide assumes leadership of Firehouse 51.
Dermot Mulroney’s final appearance as Battalion Chief Dom Pascal aired in the Season 15 premiere of Chicago Fire, where he advised Severide on leadership before exiting. The episode also revealed that Joe Cruz suffered a fractured spine, ending his firefighting career, while Severide officially became Chief of Firehouse 51.
The three 'One Chicago' series return to NBC on October 7, 2026, for their 12th, 14th, and 15th seasons. The new seasons feature significant cast departures, including Joe Minoso from 'Chicago Fire' and LaRoyce Hawkins from 'Chicago P.D.', alongside new showrunners and storylines focused on institutional power struggles and character reinvention.
Savannah Guthrie paid tribute to internet personality Brooke Eby, who died at 37 from ALS, highlighting her advocacy and humor during a recent Today segment.
Dakota Johnson hosts the second episode of SNL Season 52, promoting her film 'Verity' and potentially referencing her upcoming music video with Taylor Swift. The musical guest is rock band Turnstile, celebrating their recent Grammy wins. The episode features new cast members Saidah Belo-Osagie and Grace Reiter, who are still adjusting to the show.
NBC has released the first trailer for 'Newlyweds,' a multi-camera sitcom premiering October 23. The series stars real-life married couple Tim Daly and Téa Leoni as a recently wed couple navigating life together. Jamie Lee Curtis co-created the show and stars as the husband's ex-wife. The comedy is produced by Lionsgate Television and Universal Television, with Gail Lerner serving as showrunner.
Al Roker left the 'Today' show mid-broadcast on September 28 to fulfill jury duty, with Dylan Dreyer filling in for the remainder of the morning. Roker confirmed the reason via Instagram, promising to return the next day.
Al Roker left the 'Today' show mid-broadcast on Monday, September 28, to fulfill jury duty. Dylan Dreyer and Kaylee Hartung filled in for him, with Roker expected to return the next day.
Al Roker left the 'Today' show mid-broadcast on September 28 to fulfill jury duty, with Dylan Dreyer and Kaylee Hartung filling in for him. Roker confirmed the reason via Instagram, noting his return the next day.
Major League Baseball has released the television schedule for the 2026 Wild Card Series, marking the first postseason baseball broadcast on NBC since 2000. The games will air exclusively across NBC, Peacock, and NBCSN, with the Red Sox-Yankees matchup receiving prime-time slots. The schedule includes complex time adjustments for Thursday's potential Game 3s based on series outcomes.
Jalen Brunson hosted the premiere of Saturday Night Live’s 52nd season on September 26, 2026, alongside musical guest KATSEYE. The show marked the debut of two new featured players and featured a monologue where Brunson joked about his performance strategy, mirroring his recent NBA Finals success.
16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal won America's Got Talent Season 21, becoming the first Thai winner in the show's history. She claimed a $1 million prize and a Las Vegas residency after defeating magician Geno Ploeger in a finale decided by audience vote. Her victory was marked by a viral performance of 'Seven Nation Army' and a duet with Linkin Park.
16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal won America's Got Talent Season 21, earning $1 million and a Las Vegas residency. She outvoted magician Geno Ploeger in a finale marked by Simon Cowell’s absence due to back surgery.
Nene Royal, a 16-year-old guitarist from Thailand, won the $1 million prize and title of America's Got Talent Season 21. The finale aired on September 23, 2026, with Terry Crews hosting and a panel including Howie Mandel, Mel B, Sofía Vergara, and guest judge KSI. Royal defeated magician Geno Ploeger, who placed second, while magic group Hundred Fingers took third. The competition featured performances by Linkin Park, Josh Groban, and Steve Aoki, with Royal dueting with Emily Armstrong. Howie Mandel announced he would fund the third-place act's Las Vegas ventures. The victory marked a significant win for a young international talent, capping a season where Royal received a Golden Buzzer earlier.