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White House addresses debt ceiling concerns

Time is running out for Congress to raise the nation's debt ceiling. Democratic lawmakers are holding another procedural vote Wednesday afternoon. They hope to raise the debt limit and provide additional funding for government spending through December. However, Republicans are standing firm and promising to block any procedural votes moving forward. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more. Then White House council of economics adviser Heather Boushey joins CBSN to discuss the Biden administration's plans ahead of the October 18th debt ceiling deadline.

Oct 6, 2021
09:35

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Biden attends Congressional Baseball Game amid legislative chaos

President Biden is attending the Congressional Baseball game during the biggest legislative week of his presidency thus far.

Sep 29, 2021

President Biden Delivers Remarks On Covid-19 And Vaccination

Biden urges passage of two key bills amid legislative "stalemate"

The president acknowledged deeply divided congressional Democrats are "getting down to the hard spot" in negotiations over passage of his massive social spending plan.

Sep 27, 2021

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Democrat criticizes response to migrant camp

The Biden administration's special envoy to Haiti resigned following the expulsions of Haitian migrants to their home country. Thousands of migrants have been camping under a bridge on the southern border in Texas for several days, and the White House now says horses will no longer be used at the Del Rio border after video footage showed agents aggressively dispersing Haitians. Congressman Andy Levin, a Democrat from Michigan, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss that and efforts to raise the U.S. debt ceiling and keep the federal government from shutting down.

Sep 23, 2021
08:21

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Republicans blocking action on debt ceiling

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell continues to hold out against raising the federal debt ceiling, and experts warn the failure to do so could result in economic catastrophe. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Washington Post White House economics reporter Jeff Stein joined Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN to discuss the Senate stand-off.

Sep 23, 2021
12:14

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Biden urges focus on "our collective future"

In his first address to the U.N. General Assembly, President Biden said the U.S. is shifting its focus to global issues like climate change and cyber threats. CBS News' Michael George joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details. Then Axios' congressional reporter Alayna Treene and the Boston Globe's Washington bureau chief Liz Goodwin discuss the debt ceiling standoff and former President Trump's upcoming rally in Georgia.

Sep 21, 2021
15:46

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Congress faces debt ceiling standoff

Congressional Democrats are pushing to raise the national debt ceiling before the government funding runs out at the end of the month. But Republicans say they will not support stopgap funding legislation. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN with the latest.

Sep 21, 2021
05:55

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Immigration plan blocked from spending bill

Senate Democrats hoped to include pathway to citizenship for millions of immigrants in their $3.5 trillion budget proposal, but the Senate parliamentarian ruled against it. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN AM with the latest on that plus the upcoming deadline for raising the debt ceiling.

Sep 20, 2021
06:22

Senate Continues Debate On Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation

Key Senate vote on $1 trillion infrastructure bill expected Saturday

Senators debated amendments to the bipartisan measure late into the night Thursday. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said a vote on cutting off debate would happen early in Saturday's session.

Aug 6, 2021

Minor League Baseball teams "on the brink of financial catastrophe"

Unlike Major League Baseball, which has a lucrative TV contract, nearly all revenue for minor league teams comes from inside the stadium.

Jul 29, 2021

Trump Undermines Mercury Curbs In Move That Could End Mandate

Democrats aim for clean energy standards via the federal budget

What advocates see as a landmark climate initiative could end up as law via the budget reconciliation process, as Democrats rely on their slim majority.

Jul 26, 2021

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QAnon believers run for office

The conspiracy-theory-focused online group QAnon is moving into the physical world as believers run for political office, from the local level up to Congress. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM to talk about the latest stage in the extremist movement's evolution.

Jul 20, 2021
06:17

Federal judge orders end to new DACA applications

President Biden is urging Congress to take action on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program after a federal judge in Texas ruled DACA illegal. The judge's ruling bars the Biden administration from approving any new applications for the program, however, the nearly 650,000 people currently protected under DACA will not be impacted. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers has more on the ruling and how it is impacting Congress' agenda as President Biden looks to push forward with his infrastructure plan.

Jul 17, 2021
08:42

One year after John Lewis' death, voting rights bills face bleak future

One year after the death of the civil rights icon, voting rights measures remain stalled in Congress.

Jul 17, 2021

Congresswoman arrested while protesting on Capitol Hill

Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, the chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus, was arrested on Thursday.

Jul 16, 2021

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Congressional policing reform negotiations continue despite setbacks

Talks are continuing nearly two weeks after Senate and House negotiators announced a "framework" on policing reform.

Jul 7, 2021

Bipartisan Representatives Discuss Need To Protect Afghan Partners During War Withdrawal

Bipartisan House group backs infrastructure deal, calling for vote

The bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus on Tuesday backed the infrastructure deal endorsed by President Biden.

Jul 6, 2021

Democrats face pressure on voting rights after Supreme Court ruling

Congressional Democrats are facing pressure to act after the Supreme Court upheld voting restrictions in Arizona.

Jul 2, 2021

Pelosi introduces bill to set up January 6 select committee

Pelosi is considering including a Republican among her appointments to a select committee to investigate the January 6 attack on the Capitol.

Jun 29, 2021

Biden defends infrastructure agreement

President Biden is continuing to defend the bipartisan infrastructure deal reached by last week, calling it a "once-in-a-generation investment" in an op-ed for Yahoo News. This comes as he faces pressure from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle on a reconciliation package. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss the latest.

Jun 29, 2021
09:12

President Biden Meets With Bipartisan Group Of Senators At The White House On Infrastructure Deal

"We have a deal": Biden announces infrastructure compromise

The president threw his support behind a deal negotiated by a bipartisan group of senators.

Jun 25, 2021

Bipartisan group of senators reaches agreement on infrastructure framework

The agreement comes after White House officials met with the bipartisan group of senators twice on Wednesday.

Jun 24, 2021

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Democrats' strategy behind voting rights vote

Democrats are considering their next move after a sweeping voting rights bill failed in the Senate. Not a single Republican voted to advance the legislation, which fell short of the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN AM to discuss.

Jun 23, 2021
06:05

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Biden's domestic agenda faces crucial week

It's a crucial week in Washington for President Biden's domestic agenda. Big issues like voting rights, infrastructure and police reform are facing an uphill battle in Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN AM from Capitol Hill to discuss.

Jun 21, 2021
07:30

Democrats Face New Pressure As Infrastructure Talks Stall

Democrats pursue "two tracks" on infrastructure legislation

Bipartisan negotiations continue, but Democrats are also preparing to pass legislation without any Republican votes.

Jun 16, 2021

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce

As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."

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3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says

Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.

3H ago

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Trump tariffs could hike prices for many products, including these items

Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.

3H ago

Man missing since 1999 found after sister saw him in news article

A woman saw a photo of a man she believed to be her brother who was reported missing in 1999. She was right.

4H ago

Former President Trump Holds Rally In Concord, New Hampshire

Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against Cabinet picks being investigated

Rep. Elise Stefanik, selected to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, said her home was targeted.

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Ohio governor signs bill limiting bathroom use by transgender students

A ban on transgender students from kindergarten through college using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities has become law in Ohio.

3H ago

Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter

An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.

7H ago

NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"

Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.

2H ago

Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico

The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.

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What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid

Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.

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Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents

The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.

2H ago

Ohio governor signs bill limiting bathroom use by transgender students

A ban on transgender students from kindergarten through college using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities has become law in Ohio.

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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?

An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.

4H ago

3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says

Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.

3H ago

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What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid

Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.

updated 11M ago

A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?

An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.

4H ago

Trump tariffs could make these items more expensive

Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.

3H ago

23andMe CEO reveals plans for the company's future

23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki talks to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about the company's recent struggles, welcoming employee feedback and her vision for the future of the genetic-testing and ancestry-tracing company.

4H ago

Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico

The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.

6H ago

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Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated

Rep. Elise Stefanik, selected to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, said her home was targeted.

updated 3M ago

Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents

The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.

2H ago

Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.

2H ago

After tariff threat, Trump selects Jamieson Greer as U.S. trade representative

If confirmed as trade representative, Jamieson Greer would be responsible for negotiating directly with foreign governments on trade deals and disputes.

6H ago

Court sketch of Alexander Smirnov, an FBI informant in Hunter Biden case

Trial of ex-FBI informant indicted for lying about Bidens delayed

Alexander Smirnov, an FBI informant, was accused of lying about President Biden and Hunter Biden and now faces new charges of tax evasion.

21H ago

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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?

An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.

4H ago

Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history

Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.

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How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers

If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.

7H ago

Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines

A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.

8H ago

Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.

2H ago

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Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust

Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.

updated 10M ago

NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"

Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.

2H ago

New report on how social media negatively impacts kids

Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media

Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.

3H ago

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce

As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."

3H ago

3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says

Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.

3H ago

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Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh

Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.

2H ago

Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh

Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.

6H ago
04:45

Harvey Weinstein Returns To Court For Pre-Trial Hearing

Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment

Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.

14H ago

The Script on loss, resilience in new album

Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.

Nov 26
06:51

Danielle Pinnock talks "Ghosts"

Actor Danielle Pinnock joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role in the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," where she plays a spirited 1920s jazz singer with plenty of sass.

Nov 26
04:57

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Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media

Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.

3H ago

AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams

British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.

Nov 26
03:33

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

Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor

Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.

Nov 25

How AI can help to plan your next vacation

More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.

Nov 25
06:01

Science

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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"

Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.

2H ago

Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty

Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.

6H ago
03:30

Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing

Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.

7H ago

Dishing up space food

At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.

Nov 24
03:47

How are U.S. winters permanently changing?

This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.

Nov 22
03:56

Crime

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Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust

Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.

updated 10M ago

Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested

Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.

3H ago
00:22

Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing

Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.

7H ago

Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico

The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.

6H ago

Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter

An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.

7H ago

Space

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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"

The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.

Nov 26

Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space

Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.

Nov 22

Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight

The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.

Nov 22
13:00

Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch

President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.

Nov 19
10:13

SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch

President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.

Nov 19

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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.

Nov 18
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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.

Nov 7
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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.

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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.

Aug 14
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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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Distrust of Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

The Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire deal is taking hold and those affected in Israel and Lebanon are cautiously optimistic about what comes next. CBS News' Debora Patta reports from northern Israel and Hugo Bechega with BBC News, a CBS News partner, reports from inside Beirut.

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Latest news on Thanksgiving travel

Millions of Americans are driving or flying to their Thanksgiving holiday destinations as parts of the U.S. prepare for wet conditions or more snow. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Atlanta's airport and Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.

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Kate Winslet | Sunday on 60 Minutes

Cecilia Vega travels to the U.K. for an intimate portrait of Kate Winslet, Hollywood’s most un-Hollywood A-lister, and explores her journey to starring in and producing her latest film, “Lee.” 60 Minutes, Sunday.

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Thanksgiving travel packs roads, airports

AAA expects nearly 72 million people will drive to their Thanksgiving destination, which is a record setting number of drivers. Gas will be about $.19 cheaper compared to last year. Meanwhile, at the airports the TSA plans to screen 2.9 million flyers Wednesday.

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FBI, DHS issue pre-Thanksgiving threat memo

A new memo from the FBI and Department of Homeland Security this week suggests there are concerns over lone wolf attacks and other threats heading into the Thanksgiving holiday. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.

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