Nine backcountry skiers remain missing after a powerful avalanche near Lake Tahoe, as crews race against blizzard conditions.

Plus, Capitol Police confronted a man who ran toward the U.S. Capitol with a shotgun after pulling up in a Mercedes. More concerning items were found in his car.

And researchers document what appears to be the first-ever shark sighting on the Antarctic ocean floor — in near-freezing water more than 1,600 feet deep.

These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, February 18, 2026.