PBS News Hour Full Episode: Supreme Court Climate Case, Plague Scare, and GLP-1 Deep Dive

In this full episode of PBS News Hour from Monday, October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court begins its new term with a major case on whether energy companies can be held liable for climate change. The arguments could set a significant precedent for environmental litigation and corporate accountability. Meanwhile, global health officials are on high alert after a technician at a Russian laboratory died from what is suspected to be pneumonic plague. The incident has raised concerns about biosafety and the potential for outbreaks, prompting quarantine measures and international monitoring. Plus, PBS News Hour launches a deep-dive series into GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, which have exploded in popularity. The series will explore the science, the hype, and the questions surrounding these medications that are reshaping America’s approach to weight loss and health. The episode also includes a news wrap covering other important stories of the day.