12 PM ET: Hurricane Helene threat, Eric Adams' indictment, new Southwest seating & more

Authorities in Florida are making an urgent plea to residents as the potentially catastrophic Hurricane Helene intensifies. Israel says it’s launching “precise strikes” into Lebanon’s capital, as hopes for a ceasefire fade. The federal indictment against New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been unsealed. Southwest Airlines says assigned seating is coming, but not for a while. Plus, a longtime anchor at NBC announces she’s leaving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices