Severe weather continues to impact millions of Americans, with heat waves on the East Coast and intense storms in parts of the South. Also, federal officials meet with Washington, D.C. police and the mayor amid the Trump administration’s deployment of the National Guard in the District. Plus, great white shark sightings captured by drone prompt a string of beach closures in Maine. And, a closer look at what’s behind the recent surge of golf carts being driven on streets across the country.

An inside look at the rapid rise of grocery store chain Aldi, attracting devoted fans from across the country. Also, a guide to shopping for insurance — how to save money and when to shop around. Plus, John Slattery stops by to talk about taking on the role of “Leo F. Drummond” in the new series ‘The Rainmaker,’ based on the John Grisham novel. And, TODAY contributor Sarah Eggenberger shares style tips for those days when you just don’t know what to wear.

A closer look at the pop culture phenomenon of college sorority rushing and the elaborate videos taking over social media. Also, NBC’s Vicky Nguyen explores the costs and challenges of making clothes in the U.S. Plus, the TODAY team tries the newest food trend — pickles — showing up in everything from pizza to ice cream. And, our Shop TODAY team shares a few top-notch products to help ease back into fall routines as summer winds down.

Three people are dead after a shooting in a Target parking lot in Austin, Texas, with the suspect taken into custody. Also, two people were killed and more injured following multiple explosions at a steel plant in Pennsylvania. Plus, President Trump’s new actions to federalize the DC police and send in National Guard troops. And, Taylor Swift announces a new album, ‘Life of a Showgirl,’ on Travis and Jason Kelce’s ‘New Heights’ podcast.

The importance of side hustles and how they’re not just a good way to make a little extra money but also a chance to increase skills and improve resumes. Also, the story behind an extraordinary teacher and what makes her classroom special, plus the surprise that will transform her students’ experience. Plus, Cristin Milioti joins to catch up and discuss her recent Emmy nomination for her role in the hit series ‘The Penguin.’ And, our Shop TODAY team shares a few great deals on must-have household basics.

Savannah and Jenna learn more about what makes Mahjong special – the centuries-old game making a big comeback this summer. Also, Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan stop by to catch up and talk about their new murder-mystery film ‘The Thursday Murder Club,’ where they play retirees who investigate cold cases. Plus, Petunia, the newly crowned “World’s Ugliest Dog,” visits the Plaza.

Severe weather is impacting millions of Americans, with flash flooding in the Midwest, wildfires in the West, and heat waves in the East. Also, President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin prepare for a face-to-face meeting in Alaska on Friday. Plus, frustration is growing among Mark Zuckerberg’s neighbors over the tech billionaire’s expanding real estate footprint in their Palo Alto, California community. And, Cracker Barrel faces a mixed reaction over its modern makeover, with customers saying they miss the old-timey style of the original design.

On today’s Consumer Confidential, Vicky Nguyen shares tips on how to save on back-to-school supplies. Plus, Al Roker paid a visit to a “vertical farm” growing strawberries where everything from wind speed to temperature is all controlled indoors with the help of AI and robots. And, legendary actor Christopher Lloyd stops by Studio 1A to talk about his new action thriller “Nobody 2.”