David Wise takes home top spot in new event -- halfpipe ski run
For a second straight day, the U.S. struck gold at the Winter Olympics in Sochi. Steve Futterman reports.
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American Alex Deibold won the bronze medal in men's snowboard cross
American Alex Deibold won the bronze medal in men's snowboard cross. Meanwhile, USA hockey teams prepare for big matches. CBS News' Steve Futterman reports from Sochi.
Americans win first gold in Olympic ice dancing
Meryl Davis and Charlie White won the ice dance gold medal Monday, the first Olympic title in the event for the United States.
U.S. women’s hockey team reaches Olympic gold medal game
The U.S. women’s hockey team beat Sweden 6-1
Winter Olympics 2014: Fog forces delays
Weather conditions have caused the men's biathlon 15k and snowboard cross to be postponed
Olympic medals from out of this world
Special gold- and silver-plated medals made from meteorite rock to be presented after Sochi Olympics
Kessel’s hat trick leads Team USA past Slovenia, into quarterfinals
Phil Kessel scored three goals to lead the men’s U.S. team past Slovenia 5-1 to advance to the hockey quarterfinals of the Winter Olympics in Sochi
“Face the Nation” host says the complicated new extreme sports in the Olympics make him long for a time when he was still trying to figure out curling
“Face the Nation” host Bob Schieffer says the complicated new extreme sports in the Olympics make him long for a time when he was still trying to figure out curling.
After collecting only one medal through the first five Alpine events of the Sochi Olympics, the U.S. ski team won two on Sunday. Bode Miller won a bronze medal in the super-G, making him the oldest Alpine medalist in Olympic history
After collecting only one medal through the first five Alpine events of the Sochi Olympics, the U.S. ski team won two on Sunday. Bode Miller won a bronze medal in the super-G, making him the oldest Alpine medalist in Olympic history. Fellow American Andrew Weibrecht won the silver. CBS News' Steve Futterman reports.
The full episode of The CBS Evening News from February 15, 2014
A Florida jury reached a verdict on 4 of the 5 counts against Michael Dunn; and, A winter storm that's affecting the Northeast is expected to deliver up to 18 inches of fresh snow to eastern Massachusetts.
T.J. Oshie delivers a win for Team USA against archrival Russia in an overtime shootout round
The U.S. and Russian Olympic hockey teams battled through regulation and overtime to a 2-2 tie before T.J. Oshie scored the winning goal in a shootout round. CBS Radio News correspondent Steve Futterman reports.
Noelle Pikus-Pace found redemption on the icy track in her final Olympic race, winning a silver medal for the U.S. in skeleton
Noelle Pikus-Pace found redemption on the icy track in her final Olympic race, winning a silver medal for the U.S. in skeleton. In the men’s super-combined, which includes downhill skiing and slalom runs, American favorites Bode Miller and Ted Ligety failed to make the podium. Alphonso Van Marsh reports.
31-year-old from Utah almost didn't make it to Sochi
The American Noelle Pikus-Pace captured her first Olympic medal – the silver in women's skeleton. But, as CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz reports, the 31-year-old from Utah almost didn't make it to Sochi. Read more about Noelle's final Olympics HERE.
No players on the current U.S. Olympic hockey team were alive when Team USA won the "Miracle on Ice" game at the 1980 Olympics, but the team fully grasps the significance of Saturday's showdown with Russia
No players on the current U.S. Olympic hockey team were alive when Team USA won the "Miracle on Ice" game at the 1980 Olympics, but the team fully grasps the significance of Saturday's showdown with Russia. Players and fans of the team are hoping for a repeat performance. Adriana Diaz reports.
In a race that combines slalom run and a downhill run – Swiss take home gold, Croatia takes silver
American's Ted Ligety and Bode Miller had been considered the strongest competitors in the Sochi super combined ski event. But, following disappointing runs on an especially challenging slalom, they left empty-handed. CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz reports.
In his commentary about the Vancouver Olympics in 2010, Bob Schieffer says he's confused about why the curling is such a popular sport
In his commentary about the Vancouver Olympics in 2010, Bob Schieffer says he's confused about why the curling is such a popular sport.
CBS News' Alphonso Van Marsh reports which American athletes have a chance to medal in the men's super combined and the women's skeleton competitions
CBS News' Alphonso Van Marsh reports which American athletes have a chance to medal in the men's super combined and the women's skeleton competitions.
U.S. figure skating champion Jeremy Abbott took a hard fall on an attempted quadruple toe loop Thursday in the men's short program at the Olympics. He managed to get back up and finish the routine and was met with a standing ovation.
U.S. figure skating champion Jeremy Abbott took a hard fall on an attempted quadruple toe loop Thursday in the men's short program at the Olympics. He managed to get back up and finish the routine and was met with a standing ovation.
Silver medal winner competing with Russian animal control authorities who've been ordered to kill stray dogs on Olympic grounds
Gus Kenworthy, who recently won the first-ever silver medal in Olympic men's slopestyle skiing, is competing with Russian animal control authorities who've been ordered to kill stray dogs on Olympic grounds. CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz reports.
Mark Phillips reports on how the Sochi street party scene compares to previous Winter Olympic Games
Mark Phillips reports on how the Sochi street party scene compares to previous Winter Olympic Games.
Winter Olympics: Mascots take center stage
Some of the biggest and most talked about stars at the Sochi Winter Olympics are the mascots, and spectators can't seem to get enough of the three furry creatures
Snowboarding superstar Shaun White fails to medal
Shaun White, perhaps the face of American snowboarding, failed to reach the medal podium as he competed for his third straight Olympic gold medal in the half pipe
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from February 11, 2014
A storm of "historic proportions" with significant ice totals has been predicted for the area, and up to nine inches of snow is forecast for north Georgia; and, French President Francois Hollande's turbulent love life took center stage as the White House prepared to welcome him for a state dinner.
Warm weather creating problems for 2014 Winter Olympics
Temperatures nearing 60 degrees forced organizers to cancel one Nordic ski jump, delay another
Sochi Olympics' empty seats: Where are the crowds?
The 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, are going smoothly so far, but crowds are much smaller than usual
German authorities had received tipoffs about Christmas market attack suspect
Police in Magdeburg, Germany, said Sunday that those who died were four women aged 45, 52, 67 and 75, as well as a 9-year-old boy.
Poll: Most Americans think government is hiding information about drones
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
The story of Handel's "Messiah"
Since its premiere in 1742, George Frideric Handel's 3.5-hour oratorio for chorus, soloists and orchestra has become a timeless message of hope, and a Christmas tradition.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Israeli settlements, and the expanding divide of settlers and Palestinians
Today, upwards of 700,000 Israelis live in settlements which the U.N. calls illegal. "Sunday Morning" talks with two settlers and with Palestinians in the West Bank living on opposite sides of an Israeli security barrier.
Why drone hysteria has taken off
Alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JC Penny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
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Why drone hysteria has taken off
Alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones.
Poll: Most Americans think government is hiding information about drones
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
Americans more hopeful about 2025 than they were for 2024 — CBS News poll
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
Who killed JonBenét Ramsey? Her dad believes DNA could reveal killer
A look back at how "48 Hours" covered the 1996 Christmastime murder of JonBenét Ramsey in 2002, and what her father John Ramsey says about the unsolved Colorado case nearly 28 years later.
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Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
Senate approves bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans
Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.
How much more will it cost to heat your home this winter?
Here's what's driving up home heating costs, and how much families are expected to spend this winter.
IRS sending up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's who qualifies.
The IRS said it's sending out checks worth up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's what to know about the "special payments."
Feds sue Zelle, alleging nation's biggest banks failed to stop fraud
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
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Transcript: Alejandro Mayorkas on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 22, 2024
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 22, 2024.
Poll: Most Americans think government is hiding information about drones
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
Americans more hopeful about 2025 than they were for 2024 — CBS News poll
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
Lara Trump won't pursue Rubio's Florida Senate seat, she says
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, says she's removing herself from consideration for Marco Rubio's Senate seat.
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CDC releases concerning new flu numbers
Thirteen states reported "high" or "very high" levels of flu-like illness last week, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's double the number of states from the week before. Ali Bauman reports.
A teen's misdiagnosis led to medication, but surgery led to a cure
Isaac Klapper was 10 years old when he started having episodes of what doctors initially thought was a movement disorder.
Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Stuffing stockings with skincare? Here's what kids should and shouldn't be using
Skin care is all the rage for teens and tweens these days, but be careful not to give products that could cause more harm than good.
He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
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Israeli settlements, and the expanding divide of settlers and Palestinians
Today, upwards of 700,000 Israelis live in settlements which the U.N. calls illegal. "Sunday Morning" talks with two settlers and with Palestinians in the West Bank living on opposite sides of an Israeli security barrier.
German authorities had received tipoffs about Christmas market attack suspect
Police in Magdeburg, Germany, said Sunday that those who died were four women aged 45, 52, 67 and 75, as well as a 9-year-old boy.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Pope Francis tells Vatican staff to stop gossiping in Christmas speech
Pope Francis has told Vatican bureaucrats to stop speaking ill of one another, calling gossip "an evil that destroys social life."
At least 38 dead after crash between a passenger bus and a truck in Brazil
In 2024, more than 10,000 people died in traffic accidents in Brazil, according to the Ministry of Transportation.
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"Christmas Dance" by Darren Criss
In this web exclusive, Darren Criss and the Young People's Chorus of New York City help "Sunday Morning" celebrate the holiday in a performance of Criss' "Christmas Dance."
Holiday music with Darren Criss: "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"
Darren Criss, the beloved star of television's "Glee," and the Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending," helps "Sunday Morning" celebrate Christmas with a performance of the Hugh Martin-Ralph Blane standard, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."
Music with Darren Criss: "Happy Holidays/The Holiday Season"
Darren Criss (the beloved star of television's "Glee," and the Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending") and the Young People's Chorus of New York City help "Sunday Morning" celebrate Christmas with a performance of "Happy Holidays/The Holiday Season."
Darren Criss on "Maybe Happy Ending"
Darren Criss became a fan favorite on the hit TV series "Glee," and won an Emmy for "American Crime Story." Now he's starring in the acclaimed musical "Maybe Happy Ending." He talks with correspondent Kelefa Sanneh about his road to Broadway, his blessings and losses, and his credo that "Life is a cabaret."
Darren Criss on counting his lucky stars
Darren Criss became a fan favorite on the hit TV series "Glee," and won an Emmy for "American Crime Story." Now he's starring in the acclaimed musical "Maybe Happy Ending." He talks about his road to Broadway, and his credo that "Life is a cabaret."
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Why drone hysteria has taken off
Alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones.
Why drone hysteria has taken off
By most accounts, alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in just the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones. Correspondent Tom Hanson reports.
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.
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.
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.
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What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day
The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.
Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.
Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Americans coexisted with 4-ton sloths for millennia, research shows
Early Americans may have spent millennia sharing prehistoric savannas and wetlands with enormous beasts, research shows.
EPA tackling pollution in at-risk communities
The Environmental Protection Agency under President Biden created a new Office of Environmental Justice that seeks to address pollution levels in disadvantaged and marginalized communities. However, there is concern that the incoming Trump administration could do away with the new department. David Schechter reports.
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Who killed JonBenét Ramsey? Her dad believes DNA could reveal killer
A look back at how "48 Hours" covered the 1996 Christmastime murder of JonBenét Ramsey in 2002, and what her father John Ramsey says about the unsolved Colorado case nearly 28 years later.
Will convicted wife killer Scott Peterson get a new trial?
After California man's death sentence is overturned, there's a renewed push to clear him.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
CEO killing sparks concerns about extremism
Luigi Mangione, now held in a New York City lock-up, could face the death penalty if convicted of the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The killing is sparking new concerns about violent extremism bubbling across the country.
Dozens injured in Germany Christmas market attack
At least two people are dead and dozens more injured after a vehicle plowed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Authorities say the driver of the car was arrested and that it appears to be a deliberate attack. Elaine Cobbe has details.
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Discovery of "tipped over" black hole surprises NASA scientists
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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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.
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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Full interview: West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin
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Nature: Northern Lights above Alaska
We leave you this Sunday morning in the spirit of Christmas, with the northern lights in skies above Alaska. Videographer: Michael Clark.
Full interview | Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Watch Margaret Brennan's full interview with Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 22, 2024.
"Christmas Dance" by Darren Criss
In this web exclusive, Darren Criss and the Young People's Chorus of New York City help "Sunday Morning" celebrate the holiday in a performance of Criss' "Christmas Dance."
Holiday music with Darren Criss: "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"
Darren Criss, the beloved star of television's "Glee," and the Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending," helps "Sunday Morning" celebrate Christmas with a performance of the Hugh Martin-Ralph Blane standard, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."