Maggie Vespa
Coverage of Maggie Vespa in the Nexus archive.
- Multiple tornadoes leave a path of destruction across the Midwest
More than a dozen tornadoes left a path of destruction across the Midwest with damage reported in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. The East Coast is facing sweltering temperatures. NBC News' Maggie Vespa has the latest.
- Insurance denies coverage for teen’s surgery to treat severe epilepsy
Insurance denied coverage for a 13-year-old Illinois girl's surgery to treat severe epilepsy, but reversed its decision days after NBC News inquired. The surgery, recommended by her doctor, could help reduce her frequent seizures.
- Hantavirus Cruise Ship Arrives in Netherlands to Be Disinfected
The MV Hondius cruise ship has arrived in the Netherlands to be disinfected due to a hantavirus outbreak. A Canadian passenger has tested positive, and 18 Americans from the ship remain in quarantine. The ship's arrival is part of the ongoing efforts to contain the outbreak.
- States Reporting Potential Hantavirus Exposure Grows to 16
Sixteen states are reporting potential hantavirus exposures, including Minnesota, Kansas and Washington state, with most cases involving people who traveled with exposed passengers. All reported cases are asymptomatic and isolating at home. The outbreak is centered around a cruise ship.
- How the war with Iran is impacting farmers
Farmers across the country are experiencing uncertainty due to the war with Iran, which is causing rising costs and market volatility. NBC News' Maggie Vespa reports on the impact in Hull, Illinois.