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The Dish: Rick Bayless
Chicago-based chef Rick Bayless has spent decades traveling to Mexico, bringing the flavors and traditions back to the United States. He's written nine cookbooks and hosted a PBS cooking show, while his restaurants have earned culinary honors, including Michelin stars. Now, on a special holiday edition of the Dish, Bayless opens up about his annual tradition of spending Christmas in Mexico.
Ben Folds performs "We Could Have This"
Legendary singer-songwriter Ben Folds rose to fame with his band, "Ben Folds Five," before launching a solo career in the early 200s. Since then, he's recorded multiple studio albums and established himself as one of the most ambitious and versatile performers of his generation. This past October, he released his first Christmas collection, "Sleigher," featuring a mix of original songs and reimagined classics. Now from "Sleigher," here is Ben Folds with "We Could Have This."
Ben Folds performs "The Christmas Song"
Legendary singer-songwriter Ben Folds rose to fame with his band, "Ben Folds Five," before launching a solo career in the early 200s. Since then, he's recorded multiple studio albums and established himself as one of the most ambitious and versatile performers of his generation. This past October, he released his first Christmas collection, "Sleigher," featuring a mix of original songs and reimagined classics. Now from "Sleigher," here is Ben Folds with "The Christmas Song."
Ben Folds performs "Me And Maurice"
Legendary singer-songwriter Ben Folds rose to fame with his band, "Ben Folds Five," before launching a solo career in the early 200s. Since then, he's recorded multiple studio albums and established himself as one of the most ambitious and versatile performers of his generation. This past October, he released his first Christmas collection, "Sleigher," featuring a mix of original songs and reimagined classics. Now from "Sleigher," here is Ben Folds with "Me And Maurice."
How Robert Eggers revives "Nosferatu"
Director Robert Eggers' highly-anticipated horror film "Nosferatu" will hit theaters on Christmas Day. The acclaimed director sat down with CBS Saturday Morning to talk about bringing the classic vampire tale to a new audience.
The man behind method acting
50 years ago, "The Godfather Part II" was playing in theaters nationwide. The film catapulted Lee Strasberg, whose namesake form of acting preparation was used by some of the film's leads, to stardom. Dozens of the entertainment industry's biggest stars have trained at his institute, learning the techniques of method acting. Michelle Miller went behind the scenes to learn more about "The Method Man."
The fight to protect a reindeer species
Reindeer — known as caribou in the U.S. — are a staple of the holiday season, but one species of the animal isn't having a merry December. There aren't enough females for a new generation, and a fire almost wiped out a breeding facility in Canada. Here's what's being done to help the species recover, and how that can help maintain a healthy ecosystem.
The young dancers behind a holiday classic
The New York City Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" began in 1954 and has remained one of the most enduring shows at Lincoln Center. Two young dancers taking the stage this year opened up about living their dream and keeping a holiday classic alive.
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Immigrants react to mass deportation threats
President-elect Donald Trump made the promise of mass deportations a pillar of his re-election bid. He's pledged to deport millions of immigrants — including some who are living in the United States legally. In Springfield, Ohio, the city whose Haitian immigrant community became the epicenter of hateful rhetoric and misinformation during the campaign, many fear what this could mean for them.
CEO killing sparks concerns about extremism
Luigi Mangione, now held in a New York City lock-up, could face the death penalty if convicted of the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The killing is sparking new concerns about violent extremism bubbling across the country.
Holiday travel expected to break records
America's airports and highways will be jam-packed over the next two weeks, with the holiday travel season expected to set records. AAA is predicting more than a 119 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more between now and New Year's Day, including 54 million air travelers. Here's what to know about the busy period.
Car drives into crowd at German market
Five people are dead and more than 200 injured after a car drove into a crowded Christmas market near Berlin, Germany. Investigators are looking into the past of the Saudi Arabian doctor who they say drove into the crowd at speed.
Government shutdown averted at last minute
A government shutdown was averted at the eleventh hour. Congress approved a hastily revised short-term government funding bill after a previous attempt failed to pass the House this week. The earlier bill was upended by President-elect Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. The new bill funds federal operations and disaster aid, but does not address Trump's demands to raise or abolish the debt ceiling. President Biden is expected to sign the bill today.
Wyatt Flores performs "Stillwater"
Born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at the age of 13. In 2020, he dropped out of school to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, and earlier this year, released his first full-length album "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from his new record, here's Wyatt Flores with "Stillwater."
Wyatt Flores performs "Milwaukee"
Born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at the age of 13. In 2020, he dropped out of school to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, and earlier this year, released his first full-length album "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from his new record, here's Wyatt Flores with "Milwaukee."
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Some believers claim the Loch Ness Monster was a descendant of the plesiosaur.
Lawmakers, agency look for ways to safely round up 82,000 wild horses
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Drone delivery services competing for customers seeking shorter delivery times
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Fauci says Biden is "doing really quite well"
Dr. Anthony Fauci told "CBS Saturday Morning" that the president "continues to improve."
States brace for dangerous heatwave
The triple digit temperatures pose an increased risk of heat illnesses, officials say.
Shark attacks up across the U.S.
Shark attack cases are up across the country, but the risk of being killed by a shark is still minimal.
Great Salt Lake hit record low water level for second time in less than a year
Thirty years ago, the Great Salt Lake covered 3,000 square miles, but is now at its lowest level ever recorded.
Time capsule library seeks to leave hope for future generation
Over the next hundred years, prominent authors will place an unread manuscript in a time capsule until 2114.
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Ben Folds performs "We Could Have This"
Legendary singer-songwriter Ben Folds rose to fame with his band, "Ben Folds Five," before launching a solo career in the early 200s. Since then, he's recorded multiple studio albums and established himself as one of the most ambitious and versatile performers of his generation. This past October, he released his first Christmas collection, "Sleigher," featuring a mix of original songs and reimagined classics. Now from "Sleigher," here is Ben Folds with "We Could Have This."
Ben Folds performs "The Christmas Song"
Legendary singer-songwriter Ben Folds rose to fame with his band, "Ben Folds Five," before launching a solo career in the early 200s. Since then, he's recorded multiple studio albums and established himself as one of the most ambitious and versatile performers of his generation. This past October, he released his first Christmas collection, "Sleigher," featuring a mix of original songs and reimagined classics. Now from "Sleigher," here is Ben Folds with "The Christmas Song."
Ben Folds performs "Me And Maurice"
Legendary singer-songwriter Ben Folds rose to fame with his band, "Ben Folds Five," before launching a solo career in the early 200s. Since then, he's recorded multiple studio albums and established himself as one of the most ambitious and versatile performers of his generation. This past October, he released his first Christmas collection, "Sleigher," featuring a mix of original songs and reimagined classics. Now from "Sleigher," here is Ben Folds with "Me And Maurice."
Wyatt Flores performs "Stillwater"
Born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at the age of 13. In 2020, he dropped out of school to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, and earlier this year, released his first full-length album "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from his new record, here's Wyatt Flores with "Stillwater."
Wyatt Flores performs "Milwaukee"
Born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at the age of 13. In 2020, he dropped out of school to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, and earlier this year, released his first full-length album "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from his new record, here's Wyatt Flores with "Milwaukee."
Wyatt Flores performs "Don't Wanna Say Goodnight"
Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at 13, and in 2020 he dropped out of college to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, which included his breakout hit "Please Don't Go." Now, the country singer-songwriter who was named "Breakout Artist of the Year" by Amazon, is on a national headlining tour and has released his first album, "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from "Welcome to the Plains," here is Wyatt Flores with "Don't Wanna Say Goodnight."
David Shaw performs "Shaken"
Acclaimed singer-songwriter David Shaw might be best known as the frontman for "The Revivalists," but his 2021 self-titled solo album was a hit with fans and critics alike. This past year, he released his second solo effort "Take A Look Inside." The intensely personal relationship focuses on life, relationships and fatherhood. Now, from "Take A Look Inside," here is David Shaw with "Shaken."
David Shaw performs "Take A Look Inside"
Acclaimed singer-songwriter David Shaw might be best known as the frontman for "The Revivalists," but his 2021 self-titled solo album was a hit with fans and critics alike. This past year, he released his second solo effort "Take A Look Inside." The intensely personal relationship focuses on life, relationships and fatherhood. Now, from "Take A Look Inside," here is David Shaw with "Take A Look Inside."
David Shaw performs "When You Love Somebody"
Acclaimed singer-songwriter David Shaw might be best known as the frontman for "The Revivalists," but his 2021 self-titled solo album was a hit with fans and critics alike. This past year, he released his second solo effort "Take A Look Inside." The intensely personal relationship focuses on life, relationships and fatherhood. Now, from "Take A Look Inside," here is David Shaw with "When You Love Somebody."
Bayker Blankenship performs "Tennessee Sunset"
Singer-songwriter Bayker Blankenship was born and raised in Tennessee and taught himself how to play guitar in high school. He started recording covers and posting them online in 2022, and became one of country music's fastest rising stars after an original tune went viral online. This past July, he released his first EP. Now making his national television debut on Saturday Sessions, here is Bayker Blankenship with "Tennessee Sunset."
Bayker Blankenship performs "300 Miles"
Singer-songwriter Bayker Blankenship was born and raised in Tennessee and taught himself how to play guitar in high school. He started recording covers and posting them online in 2022, and became one of country music's fastest rising stars after an original tune went viral online. This past July, he released his first EP. Now making his national television debut on Saturday Sessions, here is Bayker Blankenship with "300 Miles."
Bayker Blankenship performs "Maxed-Out"
Singer-songwriter Bayker Blankenship was born and raised in Tennessee and taught himself how to play guitar in high school. He started recording covers and posting them online in 2022, and became one of country music's fastest rising stars after an original tune went viral online. This past July, he released his first EP. Now making his national television debut on Saturday Sessions, here is Bayker Blankenship with "Maxed-Out."
The Coward Brothers perform "Early Shirley"
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. Now, from "The Coward Brothers," here are the Coward Brothers with "Early Shirley."
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The Dish: Western restaurants
We head West and meet three culinary mavericks redefining fine dining, from an artist-turned-chef in Seattle, Washington, to a chef in Portland, Oregon, who infuses the flavors of Haiti into every dish. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Rick Bayless
Chicago-based chef Rick Bayless has spent decades traveling to Mexico, bringing the flavors and traditions back to the United States. He's written nine cookbooks and hosted a PBS cooking show, while his restaurants have earned culinary honors, including Michelin stars. Now, on a special holiday edition of the Dish, Bayless opens up about his annual tradition of spending Christmas in Mexico.
The Dish: Southern restaurants
We travel from the bayou to the Lone Star State on a quest for delicious Southern staples, from an Austin hot spot run by Food and Wine's best new chef to an Atlanta restaurant serving the same fried chicken recipe for nearly eight decades. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
The Dish: Kuya Lord
Chef Lord Maynard Llera is bringing a taste of the Philippines to Los Angeles with his restaurant Kuya Lord. The cozy dining room belies a stellar reputation, and the menu focuses on food from the southern Tagalog region of the Philippines.
The Dish: Midwest restaurants
We make ourselves at home in the Midwest and meet chefs marrying classic comfort food with contemporary flair. We meet an Algerian-born chef based in Detroit, Michigan, who weaves the flavors of home with the Asian ingredients she discovered during culinary school in China. Plus, we visit a restaurant in Madison, Wisconsin, inspired by Midwestern supper clubs dating from the Prohibition era. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
The Dish: Suzanne Cupps
Suzanne Cupps spent 15 years working in some of the top kitchens of New York City, and now she's finally leading her own. Cupps opened Lola's in April. The restaurant uses impeccably sourced ingredients and surprising flavor combinations to make it a dining destination and local favorite. Dana Jacobson has more.
The Dish: Northeast restaurants
We explore four restaurants in the Northeast, from a family-run pancake house in western New York, to a Thai eatery in Vermont run by a James Beard Award-winning chef. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Andrew Zimmern
Today in a special Thanksgiving edition of the Dish, Dana Jacobson sits down with chef, cookbook author and social activist Andrew Zimmern. He's made a name for himself with his activist persona and versatile cooking, earning recognition and awards — including an Emmy. But when it comes to Thanksgiving, Zimmern takes time to reflect on the darker times of his life — and celebrates where he is now.
The Dish: Jimmy Ly and Yen Vo
At the critically acclaimed Vietnamese restaurant Madame Vo, every dish is inspired by husband-and-wife owners Jimmy Ly and Yen Vo’s families. Now, they’re sharing the recipes with their first cookbook.
The Dish: Alex Stupak
Alex Stupak went from making pastries to elevating Mexican cuisine. The acclaimed chef already has four New York City restaurants, and he's now embarking on a new upscale adventure where he'll put his own spin on seafood. Michelle Miller has more.
The Dish: Chef Roberta Hall McCarron
Chef Roberta Hall McCarron was nominated GQ's Best Chef of The Year in 2023 and has competed twice on the BBC's Great British Menu. McCarron specializes in Scottish cuisine, and our Dana Jacobson got a taste at her signature restaurant on a recent trip to Scotland.
The Dish: Michael Mina
Chef Michael Mina, who opened his first New York City restaurant this year, is showcasing foods from his heritage in the cookbook "My Egypt"
The Dish: Andrew Black
Chef Andrew Black is creating a food empire in Oklahoma City. The James Beard Award-winning chef and cookbook author recently opened his fourth restaurant in the historic Skirvin Hotel. Michelle Miller reports on his culinary journey.
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Mega Millions jackpot jumps to $1.22 billion for Friday's drawing
Winners can either take the cash payout of $549.7 million or the $1.22 billion annuity paid out over 30 years.
Tennessee to introduce a new lethal injection method
More than 2 years after Tennessee abruptly halted the execution of Oscar Smith, the state announced a new lethal injection method.
Homelessness jumped to a new record this year as housing costs soared
Federal officials say homelessness rose 18% in 2024, driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing.
FDA wants new testing to detect asbestos in products with talc
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
Utah man accidentally causes avalanche, rescues trapped brother
The unidentified pair of brothers and their father were snowmobiling on Christmas Eve when the avalanche swept through.
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Homelessness jumped to a new record this year as housing costs soared
Federal officials say homelessness rose 18% in 2024, driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing.
FDA wants new testing to detect asbestos in products with talc
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What to know about returning unwanted holiday gifts
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Systane eye drops recalled due to potential fungal contamination
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Former Suzuki Motors CEO Osamu Suzuki dies at 94
Osamu Suzuki, the charismatic former boss of Japanese mini-vehicle maker Suzuki Motor Corp., has died.
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Marc Fogel designated as "wrongfully detained" in Russia
Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania man imprisoned in Russia, has been designated as "wrongfully detained," according to the U.S. Department of State.
Trump picks Miami-Dade commissioner as ambassador to Panama
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Biden heads to St. Croix for final holiday as president
President Biden's final holiday in office will take place largely out of the public eye.
What to know about the Panama Canal's history amid Trump comments
Here's what to know about the United States' involvement with building and operating the Panama Canal.
Marianne Williamson launches bid for DNC chair
Marianne Williamson sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020 and 2024.
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FDA wants new testing to detect asbestos in products with talc
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
Systane eye drops recalled due to potential fungal contamination
Fungal contamination of an eye product is known to potentially cause eye infections, which may be vision- or life-threatening, according to the FDA.
Is multitasking a myth? Here's what research shows.
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Why some children are turning to GLP-1 drugs
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Pet food brand issues recall over bird flu contamination
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Marc Fogel designated as "wrongfully detained" in Russia
Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania man imprisoned in Russia, has been designated as "wrongfully detained," according to the U.S. Department of State.
Italian government says journalist detained in Iran
Italy's Foreign Ministry says it's trying to "clarify the legal situation of Cecilia Sala" more than a week after she was detained while reporting in Iran.
Former Suzuki Motors CEO Osamu Suzuki dies at 94
Osamu Suzuki, the charismatic former boss of Japanese mini-vehicle maker Suzuki Motor Corp., has died.
Scientists say people hit with 41 extra days of dangerous heat this year
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
Dozen skeletons found in hidden graves in Mexico near U.S. border
Authorities have found 12 skeletons buried in clandestine graves in Mexico's northern Chihuahua state near the U.S. border, officials say.
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Cheyenne Grace topping the charts
Cheyenne Grace, a rising star from North Texas who is a high school student, is topping the iTunes charts with her debut holiday album, "Home for Christmas."
NFL doubleheader on Christmas Day sets streaming viewership records
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
Judge rules that accuser in rape suit against Jay-Z, Diddy can remain anonymous
A judge ruled that a woman who says she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 can proceed anonymously, for now, in her lawsuit against the rap moguls.
"Baby Driver" actor Hudson Meek, 16, dies after falling from a moving vehicle
Hudson Meek, the 16-year-old actor known for his performance in the 2017 film "Baby Driver," died Dec. 21 in Alabama, authorities said.
Beyoncé's halftime show the highlight of a lackluster NFL Christmas slate
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
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ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
AI features dominating tech heading into 2025
New artificial intelligence features appeared across the tech landscape this year, from the latest iPhone to chatbots like Google's Gemini. Adam Auriemma, the editor-in-chief at CNET, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Researchers develop robot to help people walk
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Holiday shoppers on the lookout for big TVs
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These space missions will take off in 2025
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
Orca who carried her dead calf for 17 days has a new baby
Tahlequah has a newborn girl, years after she made headlines for carrying her dead calf for 17 days.
2,600-year-old shipwreck is raised from waters off Spain
An ancient shipwreck that dates back to the 7th century B.C.E. has been removed from waters off Spain, two decades after its discovery in 1994.
What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day
The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.
Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.
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Tennessee to introduce a new lethal injection method
More than 2 years after Tennessee abruptly halted the execution of Oscar Smith, the state announced a new lethal injection method.
Dozen skeletons found in hidden graves in Mexico near U.S. border
Authorities have found 12 skeletons buried in clandestine graves in Mexico's northern Chihuahua state near the U.S. border, officials say.
Man accused of burning woman on subway indicted for murder, arson
A grand jury has indicted the man accused of setting a woman on fire aboard a Brooklyn subway train, Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez announced Friday.
Japan's "Black Widow" death row inmate dies at 78
Japanese death-row inmate Chisako Kakehi, dubbed the "Black Widow" after she used cyanide to kill her elderly lovers, has died in a detention center at age 78, officials say,
Florida pizza delivery worker allegedly stabs pregnant customer after $2 tip
A pizza delivery worker, upset over a tip, allegedly repeatedly stabbed a pregnant woman at a Florida motel, a sheriff's office says.
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NASA spacecraft safe after historic closest-ever approach to sun
NASA's Parker Solar Probe hurtled through the sizzling solar atmosphere and passed within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface.
These space missions will take off in 2025
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
Discovery of "tipped over" black hole surprises NASA scientists
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space?
Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.
NASA delayes return date for astronauts
NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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Ramaswamy links immigration to sitcoms
Vivek Ramaswamy, a close ally to President-elect Donald Trump, is linking U.S. immigration woes, and the hiring of tech workers overseas, to an apparent American preference for certain 90s sitcom characters. CBS News' Taurean Small has more on the latest take regarding immigrants.
IDF raids hospital in northern Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces reportedly evacuated staff from a hospital in northern Gaza before raiding it. Shaimaa Khalil with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more on what's known about the attack.
U.S. official on plane crash, Russia
A U.S. official tells CBS News that there were early indications that a Russian anti-aircraft system may have struck the plane that crashed in Kazakhstan. CBS News' Chris Livesay has the latest, and Willie James Inman, who is traveling with President Biden, has more on the White House reaction to the incident.
Hundreds of flights delayed in U.S.
More than 700 flights have been delayed nationwide, according to FlightAware. This comes as severe weather slams parts of the U.S. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from Atlanta, Georgia.
Tornado damage in Texas, Louisiana
At least seven reported tornadoes were confirmed in Texas and Louisiana and more severe weather is expected in the South. CBS News' Kati Weis reports from Houston, and CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.