Iowa authorities search for missing 11-year-old boy
He disappeared from the same area in which college student Mollie Tibbetts was murdered while jogging nearly three years ago.
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Desperate search ongoing for missing Iowa boy
Hundreds have been searching for Xavior Harrelson, an 11-year-old boy who disappeared last week in the same area where college student Mollie Tibbetts was murdered nearly three years ago. Charlie De Mar has more.
Farm worker guilty of killing Mollie Tibbetts
A jury found Cristhian Bahena Rivera guilty of murdering Mollie Tibbetts, a 20-year-old Iowa woman who was on a run when she disappeared in 2018. Adriana Diaz has the latest.
Mollie Tibbetts case enters final stages
The trial of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts' suspected killer has entered its final stages. Cristhian Bahena Rivera is accused of murdering the 20-year-old in July 2018 and hiding her body in a cornfield. William Morris, a court reporter for the Des Moines Register who has been following the story, joined CBSN AM with more details.
Iowa bans schools from requiring face masks
Iowa has joined several other states in banning school officials and local jurisdictions from enacting mask mandates. Dr. Owais Durrani, an emergency medicine physician, joins CBSN to discuss the impact of that decision.
Trial begins for man accused of killing jogger Mollie Tibbetts
Video, DNA analysis and a partial confession will be key in the case against Cristhian Bahena Rivera, a prosecutor said.
Girl Scout troop from homeless shelter sells 26,000 boxes of cookies
Girl Scout Troop 64224, which is made up of girls who live in an Iowa homeless shelter, just shattered their goal for cookie sales – selling over 26,000 boxes.
Democrat Rita Hart withdraws challenge in congressional race
Democrat Rita Hart has dropped her challenge to Republican Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks' Iowa congressional seat.
House continues investigation challenging Republican win in Iowa
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has "decided to take the seating of the congresswoman into her own hands."
Journalist acquitted in Iowa case
Hundreds of Americans were arrested during the civil unrest after George Floyd's killing in 2020, including journalists covering the protests. Breaking news reporter for the Des Moines Register Andrea Sahouri, who was found not guilty this week of charges of failing to disperse and interfering with official acts, described her experience and the impact of her arrest to CBSN's Nikki Battiste.
Journalist arrested while covering protests acquitted
The verdict is an embarrassing outcome for the office of Polk County Attorney John Sarcone, which pursued the charges despite widespread condemnation from advocates for a free press and human rights.
Iowa Republicans restrict voting window
Iowa Republican Governor Kim Reynolds signed a GOP-backed law this week to restrict the state's early and Election Day voting. CBS News reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss efforts by Republicans across the country to limit voting access.
Live pipe bomb found at Iowa polling place, police confirm
Authorities evacuated the Lakeside Center in the city of Ankeny after the device was spotted but later re-opened it for balloting.
Serious injuries reported after 40-vehicle pileup in Iowa
Pictures of the crash show several semitrailer trucks sideways across the highway and at least six semi trucks that slid off the road.
Tyson Foods fires 7 managers over COVID-19 betting allegations
The allegations against managers at the Waterloo, Iowa, plant were part of a lawsuit from the son of an employee who died of the coronavirus in April.
Suit claims Tyson managers bet money on employees getting COVID-19
Meat processor pushing back against many of the allegations in the suit, pointing to health measures for workers.
Chuck Grassley, second oldest senator, tests positive for COVID-19
Grassley, who is 87, said in a statement earlier on Tuesday that he had been exposed to someone with the virus.
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Iowa imposes new restrictions to fight surge of coronavirus cases
Anyone above age 2 must wear face coverings when indoors within 6 feet of others who aren't members of their households, the governor said.
Iowa House Dem candidate to request recount — she trails by 48 votes
Democratic candidate Rita Hart's campaign manager noted errors in tabulation and data-entry identified in two counties in the past week.
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Iowa 2020 election results: Trump projected winner
Trump wins Iowa's six electoral votes, CBS News projects.
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There are several close elections in critical districts which could indicate which way the presidential race will swing.
Trump and Biden in homestretch
President Trump and Joe Biden are making their final campaign pushes the Sunday before Election Day. Mr. Trump praised a group of his supporters who were filmed harassing a Biden campaign bus several days earlier, blaming the bus driver for the incident. Weijia Jiang reports.
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Inside the history of contested election
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Judge temporarily blocks release of special counsel's Trump report
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from releasing a report prepared by special counsel Jack Smith.
2 people found dead in JetBlue plane landing gear at Florida airport
The bodies were found during a routine inspection after the plane landed.
Jimmy Carter's body set to be transferred today to Washington, D.C.
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events that began Saturday with a service at his boyhood home in Plains, Georgia.
Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary dies at age 86
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Trump won't rule out military action to take control of Greenland as son visits
Greenland's government says Donald Trump Jr. is visiting in a private capacity, so it won't discuss his presence as his father vows to make it part of the U.S.
Trump announces Dubai company will invest at least $20 billion in U.S. data centers
DAMAC Properties is the latest foreign investor to announce plans for the U.S. since Donald Trump's victory.
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Two private equity firms' efforts to wring profits out of hospitals in underserved communities put patients in danger, according to a new report by a powerful Senate committee.
Meredith Vieira's husband Richard Cohen dies at 76
Former "Today" anchor Meredith Vieira's husband, journalist Richard Cohen, died on Christmas Eve at 76, the talk show's current hosts said Tuesday.
Meta to end fact-checking, replacing it with community monitoring
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg cites "cultural tipping point" of election in making major changes to practices.
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Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary dies at age 86
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Louisiana mayor arrested after drug trafficking investigation
Seven people — including Tyrin Truong, mayor of Bogalusa, Louisiana — are facing charges issued in connection with a drug trafficking investigation.
Trump announces Dubai company will invest at least $20 billion in U.S. data centers
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Senate report slams private equity's "detrimental effects" on hospitals
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Judge temporarily blocks release of special counsel's Trump report
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from releasing a report prepared by special counsel Jack Smith.
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U.S. Defense Department bans Tencent and other Chinese companies
Washington seeks to restrict sharing of advanced technology, deeming it a threat to national security.
Trump announces Dubai company will invest at least $20 billion in U.S. data centers
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McDonald's McValue menu is here. Here is what's newly offered..
McDonald's is kicking off 2025 with more ways for customers to save, including meal deals and digital discounts.
Nvidia stocks soar after GeForce RTX 50 series debuts at CES
Chipmaker Nvidia shares surge after founder Jensen Huang unveils next generation of AI for gamers at CES 2025.
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U.S. Defense Department bans Tencent and other Chinese companies
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Senate report slams private equity's "detrimental effects" on hospitals
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Judge temporarily blocks release of special counsel's Trump report
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Jimmy Carter's body set to be transferred today to Washington, D.C.
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events that began Saturday with a service at his boyhood home in Plains, Georgia.
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Indian officials confirm first cases of HMPV, say "no reason to worry"
Officials in India have confirmed the country's first 7 cases of human metapneumovirus, which is reportedly surging in neighboring China.
First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana
For the first time, bird flu has claimed a human life in the U.S. Louisiana's health department says the patient was over the age of 65 and reportedly had underlying health problems.
What to know about the HMPV virus reported in China
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
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U.S. Defense Department bans Tencent and other Chinese companies
Washington seeks to restrict sharing of advanced technology, deeming it a threat to national security.
Iran executed at least 901 people in 2024, U.N. reports
Human rights groups accuse Iran's leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei of using capital punishment as a tool following nationwide protests.
Popular actor fired from low-alcohol beer ad after drunken escapade
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Indian officials confirm first cases of HMPV, say "no reason to worry"
Officials in India have confirmed the country's first 7 cases of human metapneumovirus, which is reportedly surging in neighboring China.
Trump won't rule out military action to take control of Greenland as son visits
Greenland's government says Donald Trump Jr. is visiting in a private capacity, so it won't discuss his presence as his father vows to make it part of the U.S.
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Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary dies at age 86
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Meredith Vieira's husband Richard Cohen dies at 76
Former "Today" anchor Meredith Vieira's husband, journalist Richard Cohen, died on Christmas Eve at 76, the talk show's current hosts said Tuesday.
NAACP Image Awards nominees
Grammy-nominated artist Chlöe Bailey and NAACP President Derrick Johnson join "CBS Mornings" to announce nominees for the 56th NAACP Image Awards. The awards honor the achievements and performances of people of color across various fields.
Aubrey Plaza issues first statement since husband Jeff Baena's death
The actor Aubrey Plaza has spoken out for the first time since her husband Jeff Baena's death last week. He was 47.
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Nvidia stocks soar after GeForce RTX 50 series debuts at CES
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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.
Meta to end fact-checking, replacing it with system similar to Musk's X
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg cites "cultural tipping point" of election in making major changes to practices.
What to know about car rental app Turo
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel and the electric truck used in the New Orleans attack were both rented via Turo. New York Times technology reporter Eli Tan joins CBS News 24/7 to explain how the app and its background check process work.
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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.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
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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.
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Louisiana mayor arrested after drug trafficking investigation
Seven people — including Tyrin Truong, mayor of Bogalusa, Louisiana — are facing charges issued in connection with a drug trafficking investigation.
Man pleads not guilty to setting woman on fire on NYC subway
Sebastian Zapeta, the man accused of setting a woman on fire on the NYC subway, pleads not guilty in the death of Debrina Kawam.
Indiana serial killer's victims could be identified amid new push
Investigators estimated at least 25 people were buried at Harold Baumeister's estate, based on evidence that included 10,000 bones and bone fragments.
10 gunmen killed in shootout with police amid cartel turf battles
The early morning shootout happened during a joint patrol by police and the military in Guanajuato.
Biden visits New Orleans after truck attack
President Biden visited New Orleans on Monday and met with the families of the victims of the deadly New Year's Day truck attack. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca is on Bourbon Street with the latest on the investigation.
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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.
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Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
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Meta to end fact-checking
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11 Yemeni detainees moved from Guantánamo Bay
The Pentagon says the military has just transported 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantánamo Bay back to the Middle East. The mission is part of President Biden's long-time effort to shut the prison down dating back to the Obama administration. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.