Arkansas man who beat officer with flagpole during riot sentenced
Peter Francis Stager was captured on video saying, "Every single one of those Capitol law enforcement officers, death is the remedy. That is the only remedy they get."
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1 killed as tornadoes move across Indiana
One person was killed and several homes were damaged or destroyed as at least three tornadoes touched down in Indiana on Sunday. Several other states saw severe weather over the weekend, including Arkansas, where a mother and son were killed by a tree knocked down by high winds. CBS affiliate WTTV's Max Lewis reports.
Arkansas ban on gender-affirming care struck down
A federal judge on Tuesday struck down Arkansas' ban on gender-affirming care for minors. Arkansas was the first state to enact such a ban.
Judge blocks Arkansas ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth
Republican lawmakers in Arkansas enacted the ban in 2021, overriding a veto by former GOP Gov. Asa Hutchinson.
Harvard Medical School morgue manager accused of selling body parts
Cedric Lodge and his wife, Denise, had been selling body parts to at least two others since 2018, court documents allege.
Arkansas family tries to navigate wave of anti-trans legislation
Simon Garbett, 17, began his transition a few years ago and has now become an activist for the rights of trans youth.
New details emerge about ER doctor found dead in Arkansas lake
John Forsyth had recently become engaged to be married, his brother said, and his fiancée was the last known person to communicate with him.
Hill on debt ceiling deal
Republican Rep. French Hill of Arkansas tells "Face the Nation" that although some members of the House Freedom Caucus have indicated they will not vote for any deal that raises the debt ceiling, "each of the components in the 20 states is reflected in this negotiated deal in principle."
Oklahoma governor signs gender-affirming care ban for kids
Oklahoma is the latest state to ban gender-affirming medical care for minors.
Arkansas woman indicted for selling stolen body parts to Pennsylvania man
Candace Chapman Scott allegedly set up the transactions with a man she met through a Facebook group about "oddities."
Hutchinson to formally launch 2024 campaign
Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson will officially launch his 2024 bid for president on Wednesday — becoming the latest Republican to do so. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has a look at what Hutchinson brings to the race.
Tornado deaths in 2023 approach average toll normally seen in a full year
After deadly tornadoes tore through a wide section of the U.S., officials said at least 63 people have already been killed in twisters in 2023.
Severe storms batter parts of Midwest
Multiple people were killed and others were injured in Missouri after a tornado ripped through the state early Wednesday. It was just one of several confirmed twisters to hit the South and Midwest in the past week. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill reports.
Deadly tornadoes rip through South, Midwest
Dozens of tornadoes tore through the South and Midwest, killing at least 33 people. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBS News from one of the hardest hit communities of Little Rock, Arkansas.
At least 33 killed as tornadoes sweep through U.S.
More than 60 tornadoes touched down over the weekend from Arkansas to Delaware. At least 33 people were killed across eight states. Omar Villafranca has the latest.
At least 26 dead as tornadoes rip through U.S.
Tornadoes tore through the South, Midwest and mid-Atlantic on Saturday, leaving at least 26 dead. Omar Villafranca reports from Wynne, Arkansas, which took a direct hit from a tornado.
At least 33 dead, dozens more injured as tornadoes hit much of U.S.
The monster storm spawned deadly tornadoes that shredded homes and shopping centers in Arkansas, and collapsed a theater roof during a heavy metal concert in Illinois.
Major storms forecast in Midwest & South
Violent storms are in the forecast for upwards of 90 million Americans in the Midwest and South. "Weekender" host Catherine Herridge speaks with CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi in Davenport, Iowa, before getting an update from meteorologist Chris Warren in Memphis, Tennessee.
At least 3 killed, dozens hurt as powerful storm system hits several states
More than 85 million people were under weather advisories as a monster storm system tore through the South and Midwest.
Storm brings severe weather risk to the South
A strong storm front was hitting the southern U.S. Friday, bringing high winds, hail and possible tornadoes. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reported from Greenville, Mississippi.
Kids to require parental consent to access social media apps under new Utah law
Utah becomes the first state to enact a law attempting to limit teens' access to social media sites.
Arkansas bans transgender people from using school bathrooms that match gender identity
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed a new law prohibiting transgender people at public schools from using the restroom of their choice.
Lotus drummer Chuck Morris and son feared dead after Arkansas kayak trip
Morris and his son, Charley, were reported missing last Thursday while kayaking on Beaver Lake in northwestern Arkansas.
Arkansas man finds 3.29-carat "Big, Ugly Diamond" at state park
It is the largest diamond found in the park since September 2021, the park said in a statement.
Arkansas is rolling back child labor protections
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a new bill that will make it easier for children under 16 to get hired.
Authorities seek possible accomplices after New Orleans truck attack
One day after a man drove a truck into New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street, law enforcement is searching for possible accomplices.
What we know about the New Orleans truck attacker
A man "hellbent" on creating carnage drove around barricades and hurtled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans' French Quarter, police said.
Details emerge about the victims of deadly New Orleans attack
At least 15 people were killed after a driver slammed into a crowd celebrating New Year's on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, killing 1
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
The 119th Congress begins tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
House to vote on rule making it harder to oust speaker
The threshold that allowed a single member to trigger a no-confidence vote to remove the speaker will be increased to nine members.
Gunman kills 12 people including 2 kids in Montenegro shooting spree
Officials say a gunman opened fire at multiple locations in Montenegro, killing a dozen people before turning the gun on himself.
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10 wounded in shooting outside New York City event space, police say
A mass shooting in Jamaica, Queens left 10 teenagers hurt when police say several suspects opened fire outside a venue.
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Tesla reports sales decline of 1.1% in 2024, its first annual sales drop in a decade
Sales for 2024 fell short of 2023 numbers due to sluggish first half of year and despite increase in global sales increase in Q4.
Authorities seek possible accomplices after New Orleans truck attack
One day after a man drove a truck into New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street, law enforcement is searching for possible accomplices.
FBI to brief House Homeland Security Committee on New Orleans attack
The Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterterrorism will brief the committee members and staff in a call on Thursday morning, according to a committee aide.
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
The 119th Congress begins tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
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Tesla reports sales decline of 1.1% in 2024, its first annual sales drop in a decade
Sales for 2024 fell short of 2023 numbers due to sluggish first half of year and despite increase in global sales increase in Q4.
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, killing 1
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Here are 9 states cutting their individual income taxes on Jan. 1
Some states are ushering in lower income tax rates in January, part of a recent push to cut taxes for their residents.
Here's what's open and closed on New Year's Day 2025
New Year's Day is observed by banks and delivery services, but holiday policies for individual retailers vary. Here's what to know.
Ford recalls nearly 300,000 F-Series trucks over defective fuel pumps
The truck recall is one of four issued by Ford Motor on the same day for a range of vehicles, including SUVs.
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FBI to brief House Homeland Security Committee on New Orleans attack
The Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterterrorism will brief the committee members and staff in a call on Thursday morning, according to a committee aide.
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
The 119th Congress begins tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, killing 1
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Trump to hold D.C. rally on Jan. 19, day before inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second term in office on Jan. 20.
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Medicare's new spending cap in 2025
This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.
L.A. pet owners warned against raw food as bird flu confirmed in cat
The H5N1 bird flu virus has been found in samples of Monarch Raw Pet Food, and a cat that ate the food is confirmed to have been infected.
Are you really getting a moderate or intense workout? Here's how to tell.
Looking to amp up your exercise as part of your New Year's resolutions? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts.
New Year's resolutions often fail. Here's expert tips on how to keep them.
New Year's resolutions rarely last. Here's why they fail so often and how to change that, according to an expert.
Cappuccino Meltaway Bars sold nationwide recalled due to tree nuts
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
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Police raid airline's offices after crash killed 179 people in South Korea
The flight was carrying 181 passengers and crew when it belly-landed before slamming into a barrier, killing all aboard except two flight attendants.
Suspected Chinese underwater spy drone found by fishermen
Officials said the drone was not armed, but the police report listed "potential national security implications" as one significance of its recovery.
Virgin Australia crewmember allegedly sexually assaulted in Fiji
The alleged attacks took place in the nightclub area of the city of Nadi, home to the international airport, officials said.
Gunman kills 12 people including 2 kids in Montenegro shooting spree
Officials say a gunman opened fire at multiple locations in Montenegro, killing a dozen people before turning the gun on himself.
Driver runs down 2 New Zealand police officers, killing 1
The attack jolted a country where the killing of police officers on duty is rare.
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These works enter the public domain in 2025
Here are the new books and characters joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Who's performing at tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025?
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt agree on divorce settlement after 8-year battle
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer says, apparently ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history.
Dallas Stars' Tyler Seguin joins list of high-profile home burglaries
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
5 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
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Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury Dept., obtain unclassified documents
The Treasury Department says Chinese hackers accessed several department workstations and unclassified documents. China denies any involvement.
Trump seeks pause of possible TikTok ban
President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court Friday to pause a potential U.S. ban on TikTok from taking effect. In his brief, he said he said he wants to delay the ban in order to give time for his incoming administration to "pursue a negotiated resolution."
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.
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.
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What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
California's mandatory clothing recycling program
Americans throw away billions of pounds of used clothes every year. But now, California is the first state to hold textile companies responsible for their products from start to finish. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains.
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.
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Authorities seek possible accomplices after New Orleans truck attack
One day after a man drove a truck into New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street, law enforcement is searching for possible accomplices.
Virgin Australia crewmember allegedly sexually assaulted in Fiji
The alleged attacks took place in the nightclub area of the city of Nadi, home to the international airport, officials said.
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10 teens wounded in Queens mass shooting, police say
A mass shooting in Queens, NYC left 10 teenagers wounded outside the Amazura Concert Hall in Jamaica.
Cybertruck explodes at Trump Hotel in Vegas
A Tesla Cyberstruck exploded outside Trump Towers in Las Vegas, killing a person inside and injuring seven others. Police are investigating it as a possible act of terrorism, multiple sources with knowledge of the investigation told CBS News. Andres Gutierrez reports.
CBS News reporter recounts New Orleans attack
CBS News national reporter Kati Weis was in New Orleans' French Quarter when a driver plowed into the crowd, killing at least 15 people and injuring dozens others. She describes her experience.
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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.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
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.
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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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How to optimize your skincare routine in 2025
The global skincare industry is projected to be worth more than $260 billion by 2027. Dr. Rachel Nazarian, a board-certified dermatologist, talks to "CBS Mornings" about how to optimize your routine this year.
Latest on survivors of New Orleans attack
Dr. Jeffrey Elder, chief medical officer at University Medical Center in New Orleans, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the conditions of survivors of the vehicle attack and how the hospital became a reunification center.
Medicare's new spending cap in 2025
This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.
Remembering victims of the New Orleans attack
A father of two and a teenager are among the victims in the attack in New Orleans where a man drove a truck into a crowd of people, killing at least 15. CBS News' Omar Villafranca has more on the victims.