Neighbors in shock after suspects fire nearly 20 shots at million-dollar Rocklin home
The search is on for shooting suspects in Rocklin after a home was hit by bullets nearly 20 times in the Whitney Oaks area.
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Rocklin Unified School District votes to approve policy requiring teachers to notify parents of child's transgender identity
The Rocklin Unified School District has voted to approve a policy requiring teachers and school staff to notify parents if their children request to be identified as anything other than their biological sex.
Man fatally struck by car while helping family of ducks cross the street
"They were saying, 'Oh, it's so cute. It's so nice of him.' And then all of a sudden he was hit by a car," one mother said.
Biden speaks after Harris' loss to Trump: "We accept the choice the country made"
President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Trump picks Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff
Longtime political operative Susie Wiles is known as a formidable, behind-the-scenes force.
Judge declares Biden immigration program for spouses of U.S. citizens illegal
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
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Election 2024 live updates as Trump celebrates win, Biden gives speech
Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.
Biden still does not plan to pardon his son Hunter, White House says
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
Wildfire near Los Angeles destroys dozens of homes, forces thousands to flee
Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the Mountain Fire in Ventura County forced more than 10,000 people to flee their homes as it exploded by thousands of acres, injuring people and destroying homes in its path. It has burned nearly 20,000 acres.
Judge scolds Giuliani for not turning over assets, including car he's driving
Giuliani got a tongue lashing Thursday in federal court after missing a deadline to turn over valuables to two election workers he defamed. He owes the women $148 million in damages.
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Live House election results for 2024 races
Control of the House is in limbo as votes continue to be tallied.
Here's the impact of the Fed's rate cut decision today
The Federal Reserve said it is cutting rates by 0.25 percentage points, its second rate cut of the year.
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Judge declares Biden immigration program for spouses of U.S. citizens illegal
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
Biden still does not plan to pardon his son Hunter, White House says
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
Brad Simpson charged with murder, a month after wife goes missing in Texas
Suzanne Simpson went missing in San Antonio on Oct. 6 and has not been found.
Officials condemn racist texts sent to Black residents in several states
The FBI said it was aware of "the offensive and racist text messages sent to individuals around the country."
Trump picks Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff
Longtime political operative Susie Wiles is known as a formidable, behind-the-scenes force.
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Canada shuts down TikTok's Canadian offices, but allows app to remain
Canada previously banned TikTok from government-issued mobile devices. TikTok has offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
Could prison companies get a boost from Trump's immigration policies?
The largest private prison companies in the U.S. stand to benefit from Trump's vow to increase deportations.
Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.
Job scams on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.
Scammers impersonating as companies or recruiters try to trick people into giving money or personal information.
The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
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Election 2024 live updates as Trump celebrates win, Biden gives speech
Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.
Judge declares Biden immigration program for spouses of U.S. citizens illegal
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
Biden still does not plan to pardon his son Hunter, White House says
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
SF Mayor London Breed concedes race, congratulates Daniel Lurie on victory
San Francisco Mayor London Breed conceded the mayoral race to Daniel Lurie Thursday afternoon with a social media post that congratulated her competitor.
Trump picks Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff
Longtime political operative Susie Wiles is known as a formidable, behind-the-scenes force.
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Space heaters sold on Amazon, TikTok recalled after 7 fires
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
FDA to pull common but ineffective cold medicine from market
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Trump's White House return poised to tangle health care safety net
Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.
Tips for a range of post-election emotions, according to experts
From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.
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Canada shuts down TikTok's Canadian offices, but allows app to remain
Canada previously banned TikTok from government-issued mobile devices. TikTok has offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
DNA reveals surprises about Pompeii eruption victims
Victims thought to be female were male and not related to one another, showing "the story that was long spun around these individuals" was wrong, researchers said.
What is South Korea's 4B movement, and why is it trending in the U.S.?
After an election seen as a referendum on women's rights, some women are swearing to abide by South Korea's 4B movement.
Germany says American contractor tried to pass China info on U.S. military
German authorities have arrested an American man they say tried to pass intelligence to China after working as a civilian contractor for the U.S. military.
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3 arrested in death of Liam Payne
Argentinian investigators have arrested three people in connection with the death of former One Direction bandmember Liam Payne, who fell from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires last month. An autopsy found that Payne had cocaine, alcohol and a prescription antidepressants in his system.
3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
Shaboozey on breaking genre boundaries and his journey to stardom
Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" has topped the Billboard Hot 100 and is redefining genres, mixing country with hip-hop in a way that's resonating with fans.
Luke Grimes on final episodes of "Yellowstone," his album and fatherhood
"Yellowstone" star Luke Grimes spoke to "CBS Mornings" about what to expect as the beloved show nears its end and what's next for him.
Shaboozey on his signature look
In an exclusive interview with Gayle King, country music's breakout star Shaboozey opens up about his signature look and the success of "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" which now tops the Billboard Hot 100. He reflects on a year that includes TIME 100 recognition and CMA nominations.
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Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16
"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.
Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has 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.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
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DNA reveals surprises about Pompeii eruption victims
Victims thought to be female were male and not related to one another, showing "the story that was long spun around these individuals" was wrong, researchers said.
How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
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Brad Simpson charged with murder, a month after wife goes missing in Texas
Suzanne Simpson went missing in San Antonio on Oct. 6 and has not been found.
3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
3 women shot during election argument
Three women were shot during an argument over the 2024 elections, Miami Police tells CBS News. A suspect is not in custody. Morgan Rynor has the latest.
Plea agreements news on 9/11 masterminds
A military judge ruled that the plea agreements struck for alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a defense official confirmed. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more from the Pentagon.
Bodies of 11 people, including 2 children, found on highway in Mexico
The gruesome discovery in the city of Chilpancingo comes just weeks after the city's mayor was murdered and decapitated.
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Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
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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 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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Group seeks to address deep political divisions
For Americans celebrating the results of the presidential election, or those who were left discouraged, it's too soon for big thoughts like how to bridge the political divide in the U.S. But that is not the case for one man in particular. Jim Axelrod has more.
43 monkeys escape South Carolina research facility
Forty-three rhesus monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center in South Carolina Wednesday after a caretaker accidentally left a door unsecured, the company's CEO told CBS News. The monkeys are not aggressive and pose no public health risk, the CEO said. They are believed to be in the woods near the facility. Dave Malkoff has the latest.
Fed cuts interest rates another quarter-point
The Federal Reserve on Thursday lowered its benchmark borrowing rate by 0.25 percentage points. Kelly O'Grady examines what the move could mean for Americans' pocketbooks.
Trump's potential Supreme Court impact
President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House puts him in a position to influence the make-up of the Supreme Court and the effects could be felt for decades. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explains.
Comparing Harris, Clinton's voter patterns
Hillary Clinton attempted to shatter the highest glass ceiling in U.S. politics and went up against now-President-elect Donald Trump in 2016. CBS News deputy director of elections and data analytics Kabir Khanna compares her performance with Vice President Kamala Harris' run in 2024.