Nor'easter prompts NYC nursing home evacuations
While a soon-to-arrive winter storm won't be huge, on top of Sandy damage, many likely to suffer, NY-area officials fear
Superstorm Sandy
Despite Sandy, storm-affected residents went to vote
While 900,000 homes and businesses in the northeast are still in the dark, those impacted by superstorm Sandy performed their civic duty
Sandy victims' concerns: Voting, housing, power
Temporary polling places and emergency measures set up for storm victims, as an approaching nor'easter adds urgency to finding housing, restoring power
Obama: "I have seen the spirit of work in America"
During victory speech, president uses Sandy relief effort as example of American spirit
Voters largely undeterred in Sandy-affected area
Heavy Election Day turnout in storm-damaged region despite relocated or temporary polling places, delays in opening; Some problems reported
Some hard-hit NY areas disappear from outage map
Power co. removes parts of Queens and L.I. from its outage map because it can't restore service there yet; Gov. reminds utilities they're not "God-given monopolies"
Post-Sandy storm may bring snow to East Coast
Nor'easter threatening devastated East Coast areas could still bring more power outages, but heaviest winds may stay offshore
New Jersey extends deadline to submit email ballot
County clerks have until Friday to approve applications from displaced Sandy voters to vote by email or fax
ABC raises nearly $17 million for Hurricane relief
The network's "Day of Giving" on Monday raised nearly $17 million and saw donations from its personalities including Barbara Walters and George Stephanopoulos
Broadway takes a big hit from superstorm Sandy
Storm ravaged the box offices around New York's Times Square, with shows losing more than $6 million from the previous week
N.J. Sandy survivor left behind goodbye note
Radio station helps track down man who took refuge in stranger's house after he was swept away by last week's superstorm
NYC Council member gives tech help to gas station
Local official pitches in to help area gas station get up and running following Sandy shutdown
How Sandy victims can vote, find polling places
A guide to how voters in New York and New Jersey can find their polling places on Nov. 6
Red Cross: Sandy-hit areas need more help
Powerful storm expected to bring rain, snow and high winds to areas hit hard by superstorm Sandy
Recover gadgets from Sandy (and other disasters)
If you're struck by a natural disaster like Superstorm Sandy, do you know how to save your fried or water-logged electronics?
Sandy victims' power, housing issues grow severe
N.Y. Gov. Cuomo blasts utility companies; More than 200,000 people register for emergency housing, disaster assistance
Sense of normalcy returns to NYC entertainment
New York's entertainment industry gets back to business, as concert halls, Broadway and movie theaters reopen
Some evacs ordered ahead of predicted NE storm
One N.J. township tells people in low-lying areas to leave with nor'easter in forecast; Multiple problems persist region-wide post-Sandy
Election Day: What to expect from the markets
CBS MoneyWatch editor-at-large Jill Schlesinger talks about what you can expect from the markets depending on which presidential candidate wins the election
Sandy: Frustration grows with one million homes and businesses still in the dark
CBS News' Seth Doane reports from Staten Island on the challenges residents face -- from a lack a housing to no electricity -- as another storm heads their way
Sandy impacts voting for thousands
Officials are working overtime to make sure everyone affected by superstorm Sandy can vote
States scramble to help Sandy victims vote
One N.J. county delivering ballots to shelters; N.Y. gov. signs order allowing residents to vote at any open polling place
New Jersey man pumps gas by hand to help neighbors
Richie Dodd and his crew have pumped 30,000 gallons of fuel for residents who don't have power
Superstorm Sandy's victims brace for new storm
Bad weather expected to hit New Jersey, New York, late in week as thousands of homeless shiver while waiting for power to return
Don't be a victim of post-Sandy fraud
Authorities warn of bogus charities, home repair scams and sales of flood-damaged vehicles
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Man who fled U.S. to avoid prison for Capitol riot captured in Canada
Anthony Vo told The Toronto Sun that he was "pretty much 99% sure" that Trump will pardon him once he takes office on Jan. 20.
live updates
Listen Live: Supreme Court hears arguments over TikTok ban
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over a law that could lead to TikTok shutting down in the U.S. in less than two weeks.
Rudy Giuliani back in D.C. federal court for contempt hearing in defamation case
Two Georgia election workers asked a federal judge to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt for allegedly continuing to defame them in violation of a court order.
Employers added 256,000 jobs in December, blowing away forecasts
Friday's jobs numbers mark the last employment report of the Biden administration.
TV bailiff accused of murder sobs, "I live with it every day"
Renard Spivey was found not guilty of his wife's murder, but he says he still can't sleep at night.
Trump to be sentenced for New York "hush money" crimes, a historic first
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Questions over attack linger as New Orleans brings in security expert
New Orleans is facing lawsuits and investigations surrounding its safety barriers as the Super Bowl and dozens of Mardi Gras parades loom.
"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.
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Man who fled U.S. to avoid prison for Capitol riot captured in Canada
Anthony Vo told The Toronto Sun that he was "pretty much 99% sure" that Trump will pardon him once he takes office on Jan. 20.
live updates
Listen Live: Supreme Court hears arguments over TikTok ban
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over a law that could lead to TikTok shutting down in the U.S. in less than two weeks.
Rudy Giuliani back in D.C. federal court for contempt hearing in defamation case
Two Georgia election workers asked a federal judge to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt for allegedly continuing to defame them in violation of a court order.
Employers added 256,000 jobs in December, blowing away forecasts
Friday's jobs numbers mark the last employment report of the Biden administration.
TV bailiff accused of murder sobs, "I live with it every day"
Renard Spivey was found not guilty of his wife's murder, but he says he still can't sleep at night.
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Employers added 256,000 jobs in December, blowing away forecasts
Friday's jobs numbers mark the last employment report of the Biden administration.
Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Prison inmates among those fighting the Los Angeles wildfires
Hundreds of incarcerated firefighters are working to extinguish the massive blaze scorching Los Angeles.
What Californians should know about filing insurance claims after fire
For those who have it, a standard homeowners' insurance policy does cover destruction caused by fire, including wildfires.
Businesses offer aid to people affected by Los Angeles wildfires
Some businesses are offering free emergency shelter and other services to residents who have been displaced by the Los Angeles fires.
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Man who fled U.S. to avoid prison for Capitol riot captured in Canada
Anthony Vo told The Toronto Sun that he was "pretty much 99% sure" that Trump will pardon him once he takes office on Jan. 20.
live updates
Listen Live: Supreme Court hears arguments over TikTok ban
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over a law that could lead to TikTok shutting down in the U.S. in less than two weeks.
Rudy Giuliani back in D.C. federal court for contempt hearing in defamation case
Two Georgia election workers asked a federal judge to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt for allegedly continuing to defame them in violation of a court order.
Trump to be sentenced for New York "hush money" crimes, a historic first
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
Appeals court won't block partial release of special counsel's Trump report
Special counsel Jack Smith submitted his final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump to Attorney General Merrick Garland on Tuesday.
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Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Slipped up during Dry January? Expert tips for getting back on track
In Dry January, people choose to give up alcohol for the month, but what happens if they have a drink? Here's what an expert says.
Over 17,000 doctors urge Senate to reject RFK Jr. as health secretary
Thousands of doctors are calling on the Senate to reject Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., saying he is "actively dangerous."
Most of the world's 35,000 online pharmacies are run illegally, U.S. warns
Ninety-six percent of online pharmacies were found to violate the law, meaning they were operating without a license and selling medications without prescriptions.
How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
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Maduro to be sworn in again despite outcry over Venezuela's election
Donald Trump says Venezuela's embattled opposition leader must be protected, as President Nicolas Maduro prepares to take the oath again after allegedly stealing an election.
Mercury's north pole seen in stunning new photos after spacecraft flyby
The BepiColombo spacecraft swooped as close as 183 miles above Mercury's night side before passing directly over the planet's north pole.
Founder of adult website linked to mass rape trial faces charges
The website enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife for years, authorities say.
Woman reportedly wounds 8 in hammer attack at university in Tokyo
Japanese media say a sociology student attacked her classmates with a hammer during class after voicing frustration at being ignored.
Most of the world's 35,000 online pharmacies are run illegally, U.S. warns
Ninety-six percent of online pharmacies were found to violate the law, meaning they were operating without a license and selling medications without prescriptions.
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Peter Sarsgaard on "September Five"
Actor Peter Sarsgaard, known for roles in "Presumed Innocent" and "Dead Man Walking," now stars in "September Five," recounting the harrowing story of an American broadcasting team during the 1972 Munich Olympics. Sarsgaard portrays ABC executive Roone Arledge as the team covers the Israeli Olympic team hostage crisis live.
"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.
Alec Baldwin files lawsuit over manslaughter charge in fatal "Rust" shooting
The lawsuit was filed in Santa Fe, where a judge in July dismissed a charge of involuntary manslaughter against Alec Baldwin in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Actor Milo Ventimiglia loses home in L.A. fires
Actor Milo Ventimiglia has revealed his family's Malibu home burnt down in the Los Angeles fires -- an eerie reflection of the tragedy that befell his character on the NBC drama series "This Is Us." Tony Dokoupil has more.
TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
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The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court today. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
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.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of President-elect Donald Trump's to-do list. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schecter joins "America Decides" to look at the outgoing president's record on the issue.
Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday afternoon to help California boost the ranks of those battling the blazes. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Malibu.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
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TV bailiff accused of murder sobs, "I live with it every day"
Renard Spivey was found not guilty of his wife's murder, but he says he still can't sleep at night.
Suspect captured week after Wisconsin woman, 2 girls found dead
Elizabeth Kolba, 33, and two girls ages 12 and 13 were found shot to death at a home in New Lisbon on Dec. 30.
Founder of adult website linked to mass rape trial faces charges
The website enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife for years, authorities say.
Woman reportedly wounds 8 in hammer attack at university in Tokyo
Japanese media say a sociology student attacked her classmates with a hammer during class after voicing frustration at being ignored.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
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Mercury's north pole seen in stunning new photos after spacecraft flyby
The BepiColombo spacecraft swooped as close as 183 miles above Mercury's night side before passing directly over the planet's north pole.
NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
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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
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Jazz musician loses life's work in Eaton Fire
As the Eaton Fire displaces thousands across Southern California, jazz musician Dale Fielder loses his home and a lifetime of musical work. Tom Hanson reports from Altadena, where those who evacuated seek refuge at a shelter housing 1,200 people.
Extended interview: L.A. fire chief on fires
Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley praises resilient firefighters as they battle fires across Los Angeles, talks about whether $17 million in budget cuts hampered the agency's wildfire response, and more in this extended interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Peter Sarsgaard on "September Five"
Actor Peter Sarsgaard, known for roles in "Presumed Innocent" and "Dead Man Walking," now stars in "September Five," recounting the harrowing story of an American broadcasting team during the 1972 Munich Olympics. Sarsgaard portrays ABC executive Roone Arledge as the team covers the Israeli Olympic team hostage crisis live.
Jimmy Carter honored in final day of tributes
A national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter began with his funeral in Washington, D.C. on Thursday and ended in Plains, Georgia, where he was laid to rest. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more on how he was honored on a final day of tributes.