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Calls for violence spike after Trump shooting

Immediately following July's assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, there was a significant spike in calls for violence across online platforms. The research firm Moonshot, which tracks domestic violent extremism online, found there were more than 1,500 calls for civil war the day after the shooting — up more than 600% from a normal day. Anna Schecter, senior coordinating producer for CBS News' crime and public safety unit, has the details.

Aug 6
04:23

NRA free speech lawsuit moves forward

The Supreme Court has unanimously ruled the National Rifle Association can move forward with a lawsuit against the former head of the New York State Department of Financial Services who pushed banks and insurance companies to sever ties with the gun rights group. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford have more on the decision, plus analysis of the ongoing jury deliberations in Donald Trump's criminal case.

May 30
08:12

NRA Chief Wayne LaPierre Attends New York Fraud Trial

NRA gets new bosses after ex-leader Wayne LaPierre's spending scandal

The National Rifle Association, whose image was sullied by former leader Wayne LaPierre's spending excesses, elected former GOP Rep. Bob Barr and Doug Hamlin to its top posts.

May 21

Trump speaks at NRA convention ahead of court

Donald Trump returned to a New York courthouse Monday for his criminal "hush money" trial following a busy weekend on the campaign trail. The presumptive Republican presidential nominee appeared in Dallas for Saturday's National Rifle Association convention. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins with analysis.

May 20
04:00

Biden, Trump hit campaign trail

President Biden and former President Donald Trump hit the campaign trail over the weekend ahead of the 2024 general election. Mr. Biden addressed Morehouse College students in Atlanta, and Trump spoke to members of the National Rifle Association, which formally endorsed him for president in Dallas. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.

May 20
05:35

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ATF director on ending "gun show loophole"

The Biden administration unveiled a new federal rule Thursday to expand background checks for gun purchases. Steven Dettelbach, director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, joins CBS News to discuss the new policy.

Apr 11
08:00

Ex-NRA leader fined $4.3M in corruption trial

A Manhattan jury on Friday found the NRA and its former longtime head Wayne LaPierre liable in a civil case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has the details.

Feb 23
04:13

NRA, former leader found liable of misusing funds

After a week of deliberations, a New York jury Friday found both the National Rifle Association and its former leader, Wayne LaPierre, liable of fraudulently spending NRA donor funds. He has been ordered to pay back more than $4.3 million. Errol Barnett has details on the verdict.

Feb 23
01:45

Ex-NRA leader found liable in corruption case

A New York jury on Friday found the National Rifle Association and its former leader Wayne LaPierre liable in a civil corruption trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the verdict.

Feb 23
07:47

Jury finds Wayne LaPierre, NRA liable in corruption civil case

Wayne LaPierre resigned as CEO and stepped down from the NRA last month after more than three decades at its helm.

Feb 23

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Jury deliberations continue in NRA trial

A New York City jury spent Wednesday locked in another day of deliberations for the National Rifle Association civil trial. The organization and its top executives, including former CEO Wayne LaPierre, are accused of financial misconduct and corruption. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has more.

Feb 21
03:47

NRA general counsel John Frazer arrives at court in New York, Jan. 8, 2024.

What to know about former NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre's civil suit

Wayne LaPierre and the National Rifle Association were found liable in the suit, which accused the organization and its officers of financial mismanagement and lavish spending.

Feb 23

Trump campaigning at Pennsylvania NRA event

Former President Donald Trump is campaigning Friday in Pennsylvania, a state that swung for Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential elections. CBS News campaign reporter Jake Rosen is covering the push to sway the battleground state's voters.

Feb 9
03:38

NRA director to step down ahead of civil trial

Wayne LaPierre, the longtime director of the National Rifle Association, said Friday he is resigning after three decades at the helm of the powerful organization. The announcement comes just days before a civil corruption trial is set to begin, in which New York Attorney General Leticia James is accusing LaPierre and other NRA officials of diverting millions of dollars to fund luxury personal trips. Jeff Pegues has more.

Jan 5
02:07

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Sen. Feinstein's fight for stricter gun laws

In the Senate since 1992, Sen. Dianne Feinstein fought for what she called "sensible gun laws," writing and helping pass the federal assault weapons ban in 1994. Sen. Chris Murphy, of Connecticut, worked with Feinstein for more gun control legislation after the Sandy Hook massacre. He joined CBS News to discuss Feinstein's legacy.

Sep 29, 2023
07:42

2 mass shootings on same weekend as NRA convention

Mass shootings at a birthday party in Alabama and a crowded park in Louisville, Kentucky, have left at least six dead over the last three days. This same weekend, the NRA is holding its annual convention, with 2024 GOP presidential hopefuls in attendance. Mark Strassmann reports.

Apr 16, 2023
03:04

4/16: Face The Nation

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the head of the Central Bank, Christine Lagarde, will talk about the economy. Plus, Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly joins us as the National Rifle Association wraps up.

Apr 16, 2023
46:05

The NRA holds national convention

The National Rifle Association is holding its annual national convention this weekend, amid cries for gun safety and an end to school shootings. Presidential candidates and protestors alike can be found at the conference. Robert Costa reports.

Apr 15, 2023
03:24

2024 GOP hopefuls to attend NRA convention

Several well-known Republicans are speaking at the National Rifle Association's annual convention. CBS News Chief Election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins from Indianapolis to discuss.

Apr 14, 2023
04:04

NRA convention kicks off in Indianapolis

The National Rifle Association is kicking off its annual convention Friday in Indiana. Former President Donald Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence will take the stage along with other top politicians. Robert Costa reports.

Apr 14, 2023
01:45

Trump and Pence address NRA convention in Indianapolis

Pence and Trump, former running mates — who may end up as opponents — both addressed the convention.

Apr 14, 2023

Trump, Pence to attend NRA convention

The National Rifle Association's annual convention begins Friday in Indianapolis with a large number of 2024 Republican presidential candidates and possible contenders giving remarks. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Red & Blue" with more.

Apr 13, 2023
02:57

4/13: Red and Blue

Suspect arrested in classified Pentagon documents leak; NRA's annual convention begins Friday.

Apr 13, 2023
23:41

Illinois House approves assault weapons ban

Illinois House legislators passed a bill Friday which would ban the sale and purchase of assault weapons in the state. The bill now heads to the state Senate. The passage comes in the wake of the Highland Park massacre. Charlie De Mar has the details.

Jan 7, 2023
02:47

Walmart shooter bought gun hours before killing

The Chesapeake, Virginia, Walmart shooter legally purchased a 9mm handgun just hours before he killed his coworkers, police said. Kris Van Cleave reports.

Nov 25, 2022
02:59

Multiple People Shot And Killed At Abundant Life Christian School In Madison, Wisconsin

Wisconsin shooter was in contact with California man plotting his own attack

A California judge issued a restraining order Tuesday against a 20-year-old man who told FBI agents that he had been messaging with the Wisconsin shooter.

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Teamsters going on strike against Amazon at several locations nationwide

The union says workers at seven facilities will walk off the job this morning. It's an attempt to pressure the e-commerce giant for a labor agreement during the key holiday shopping period.

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Stock market plummets after Fed forecasts fewer rate cuts in 2025

The stock market is down sharply today after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected.

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House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report

The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.

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Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.

7H ago

New details of Captagon drug trade exposed with Assad regime's collapse

A CBS News team gained access to a site outside Damascus which holds the precursor chemicals for Captagon, one of the most popular street drugs in the Middle East and beyond.

7H ago

Teacher, student killed in Wisconsin school shooting identified

Erin West, 42, and Rubi Vergara, 14, were fatally shot Monday morning at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin.

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House GOP Leadership Election in Washington

Failed bill included disaster relief and other key funding measures

The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.

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Wisconsin shooter was in contact with California man plotting his own attack

A California judge issued a restraining order Tuesday against a 20-year-old man who told FBI agents that he had been messaging with the Wisconsin shooter.

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Teacher, student killed in Wisconsin school shooting identified

Erin West, 42, and Rubi Vergara, 14, were fatally shot Monday morning at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Teen victim of deepfake porn urges Congress to pass "Take It Down Act"

Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.

7H ago

Stock market plummets after Fed forecasts fewer rate cuts in 2025

The stock market is down sharply today after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected.

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NASA astronauts Suni Williams, left, and Butch Wilmore, wearing Boeing spacesuits, depart the Neil A. Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on June 5, 2024.

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.

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Teamsters going on strike against Amazon at several locations nationwide

The Teamsters union says workers at seven facilities will walk off the job Thursday morning. It's an attempt to pressure the e-commerce giant for a labor agreement during the key holiday shopping period.

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Stock market plummets after Fed forecasts fewer rate cuts in 2025

The stock market is down sharply today after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected.

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U.S. Mint announces 5 historical women on new quarters for 2025. Here's who.

It's the last year the American Women Quarters Program will put historical female figures on reverse side of coins.

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U.S. mulls ban on Chinese-made TP-Link routers over national security concerns

TP-Link routers could be banned in the U.S. over national security concerns, according to a report.

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Senate set to vote on bill that would expand Social Security to millions

Senators advance bill that would expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, including teachers, firefighters and others with public pensions.

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Teen victim of deepfake porn urges Congress to pass "Take It Down Act"

Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.

7H ago

Senate set to vote on bill that would expand Social Security to millions

Senators advance bill that would expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, including teachers, firefighters and others with public pensions.

10H ago

House conservatives revolt over GOP-backed spending bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.

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Paris Hilton's bill to protect minors at residential treatment facilities heads to president's desk

The 43-year-old heiress and actor has testified about her own experience as a teenager at treatment facilities.

12H ago

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U.S. begins to retaliate against China over hack of telecom networks

The Commerce Department's action is a direct response to China's infiltration of telecom networks earlier this year.

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What are seed oils and do they pose health risks? Here's what to know

Seed oils are making headlines, prompting fears around whether they can have negative effects on your health. Here's what to know.

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CDC confirms first severe bird flu case in the U.S.

A person in Louisiana has the first severe illness caused by bird flu in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wednesday.

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Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified

"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.

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2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart

The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.

Dec 17

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Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say

Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.

Dec 17

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New details of Captagon drug trade exposed with Assad regime's collapse

A CBS News team gained access to a site outside Damascus which holds the precursor chemicals for Captagon, one of the most popular street drugs in the Middle East and beyond.

7H ago

Prominent pro-Putin ballet star Sergei Polunin says he's leaving Russia

Ukrainian-born ballet phenom Sergei Polunin was rewarded for backing Putin's attacks on his native country, but he appears to have fallen from Moscow's graces.

14H ago

China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says

A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.

16H ago

Ancient inscription may rewrite Christianity's history, researchers say

The "Frankfurt Silver Inscription" shows the earliest evidence of Christianity north of the Alps.

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Andrew And Tristan Tate Appear At Bucharest Court Of Appeal

U.K. court clears seizure of millions in unpaid taxes from Andrew Tate

A British court has cleared police to seize $3.3 million from misogynist social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother to cover unpaid taxes.

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The Grateful Dead, Kennedy Center honorees, reflect on the band's legacy

Surviving members of the Grateful Dead, Bobby Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart, revisit the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.

16H ago

Ben Schwartz, James Marsden on new "Sonic"

Ben Schwartz and James Marsden join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their roles in the highly anticipated sequel "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," distributed by Paramount Pictures.

18H ago
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Kennedy Center honors Grateful Dead

Dave Matthews, Leon Bridges and Derek Trucks led a star-studded tribute to the Grateful Dead at this year's Kennedy Center Honors. Anthony Mason spoke with the band's three surviving core members about their journey to becoming one of the most influential bands in American history.

18H ago
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Megan Thee Stallion asks for restraining order against Tory Lanez

Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.

Dec 17

How Nikki Glaser is preparing for Golden Globes hosting gig

Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her honest style, is gearing up to host the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.

Dec 17

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Supreme Court agrees to hear case about TikTok ban

The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more.

8H ago
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Teen victim of deepfake porn urges Congress to pass "Take It Down Act"

Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.

7H ago

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.

Mar 28
03:27

Supreme Court to decide on future of TikTok

The Supreme Court plans to hear arguments in January on a challenge to a new law that could lead to the popular social media app TikTok being banned in the U.S. The Biden administration and lawmakers say the Chinese government's ability to collect data from TikTok poses a significant national security risk, while the app and its Chinese parent company ByteDance argue that the law is unconstitutional. CBS News Supreme Court producer Catherine Cole has more.

9H ago
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FAA: Lithium battery fires on flights now occur nearly twice a week

FAA data shows that lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015, now occurring nearly twice a week.

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"Murder hornets" eradicated in the U.S., agriculture officials say

Giant hornets, dubbed "murder hornets," have been eradicated in the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first detected in Washington state.

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Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says

World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.

19H ago

How climate change impacted 2024

From record-breaking temperatures to devastating disasters, 2024 brought the world closer to the reality of what climate change looks and feels like. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.

Dec 17
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Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows

Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.

Dec 17

ClimateWatch: Looking back on 2024’s extreme weather

In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks back at the devastating hurricanes, landslides, flooding and more that impacted the U.S. this year.

Dec 14
20:13

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Teacher, student killed in Wisconsin school shooting identified

Erin West, 42, and Rubi Vergara, 14, were fatally shot Monday morning at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Mangione expected to waive extradition, lawyer says

Luigi Mangione, the man indicted on murder charges in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is expected to waive extradition back to New York, his lawyer said Wednesday. Mangione is currently in custody in Pennsylvania.

8H ago
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New details emerge about teen shooting suspect

We are learning more about the background of a 15-year-old girl who authorities said opened fire Monday at a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin, killing two people and wounding six others. Ian Lee reports from Madison.

8H ago
02:04

Mangione's lawyer on extradition

An attorney for accused UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter Luigi Mangione said he plans to waive extradition to New York City this week. CBS News New York reporter Ali Baumen has the latest.

8H ago
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Wisconsin school holds vigil after shooting

The community in Madison, Wisconsin, held a vigil Tuesday night to remember those killed in Monday's shooting at a private Christian school. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more about the suspected shooter.

8H ago
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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.

9H ago

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.

11H ago
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NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.

12H ago

Boeing Starliner crew's return delayed again

Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.

16H ago
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Starliner astronauts' return delayed again

Two astronauts who have been stuck aboard the International Space Station for months will have to wait even longer to come home. Their planned returned was delayed once again on Tuesday, pushing their earliest return trip back to late March. Manuel Bojorquez has more.

Dec 17
01:37

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Notable Deaths in 2024

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Nov 29
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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.

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The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.

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Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.

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Stopgap funding bill in limbo after GOP opposition

A bipartisan House deal on a short-term funding measure that would avoid a potential shutdown and keep the government operational through March appeared to have been scrapped Wednesday after President-elect Donald Trump, Vice President-elect JD Vance and some hardline Republican lawmakers came out against it. Nikole Killion has details from Capitol Hill.

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"CBS Evening News" headlines for Dec. 18, 2024

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."

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Mangione expected to waive extradition, lawyer says

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Supreme Court agrees to hear case about TikTok ban

The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more.

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New details emerge about teen shooting suspect

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