"Porch pirates" steal millions of holiday packages
Nearly 26 million Americas will have gift deliveries disappear from doorsteps -- how to make sure yours aren't among them
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Postal Service delivers red ink for 12th year
Postmaster General pleads for relief: "We cannot generate enough revenue or cut enough costs to pay off our bills"
Suspicious packages to Clinton, Obama
The Secret Service says it intercepted an apparent explosive device sent to the Obama home in Washington. That follows an apparent pipe bomb that sources say was found near the Clintons' home in Chappaqua, New York, addressed to Hillary Clinton. Paula Reid reports.
Suspicious package near Clintons' home
Police, the FBI and Secret Service are investigating a suspicious package near the home of Bill and Hillary Clinton in Chappaqua, New York, the day after a pipe bomb was discovered near the home of George Soros. Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers have more.
Postal service proposes price increase for stamps
If approved by regulators, the 10 percent increase to the cost of mailing a 1-ounce letter would be the biggest since 1991
Stamp mistake costs Postal Service millions
The stamp mistakenly featured the image of a Statue of Liberty replica created by a Las Vegas sculptor -- not the real thing. It will cost the USPS $3.5 million in a copyright infringement lawsuit
Amazon deliveries max out partners, benefit consumers
"It's never been a better time to be a consumer," Leigh Gallagher of Fortune says
New stamps will have "the sweet scent of summer"
U.S. Postal Service is launching its first scratch-and-sniff stamps, which will smell like the season they celebrate
Trump, citing no evidence, claims Amazon uses Washington Post as "lobbyist"
President Trump included The Washington Post in his spat with Amazon Saturday
Road rage allegedly prompted man to shoot Postal worker
Police arrested Donnie Ferrell, 25, in connection with Tony Mosby's death earlier this week
Postal Service trucker shot and killed on Dallas interstate
Not known if rig was targeted or in wrong place at wrong time
Lawmaker pushes to shift opioid fight from border wall to mailbox
For nearly a year, Sen. Rob Portman and a team of investigators have tracked the deadly, door-to-door delivery of fentanyl
Ex-postal worker admits burning mail for months
50-year-old took mail from his rural postal route in Louisiana to his home in Pitkin, where he burned at least 20 tubs of mail, U.S. Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook said
Woman says post office lost her father's ashes
After Candace Brooks' father died, no one could tell her what happened to the Korean War vet's ashes
Postal Service to offer new way to see what's heading to you
Coming soon to an email inbox near you: a picture of what's headed to your mailbox from the United States Postal Service
Post office pre-mail
The U.S. Post Office is debuting a new service called Informed Delivery nationwide. The USPS will email customers pictures of every piece of mail they are expected to get that day. Jericka Duncan reports on the effort to stay relevant.
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The United States dropped a nearly 22,000-pound bomb in Afghanistan, the largest non-nuclear weapon the U.S. has ever used in combat; the USPS will email customers pictures of every piece of mail they are expected to get that day
U.S. Postal Service says it lost $200 million over holiday season
U.S. Postal Service reports loss despite strong quarter of package shipping, expanded use of vote-by-mail
After dead birds arrive in mail, woman gets live canaries
The carnage of broken wings and dead canaries that arrived in an Alabama woman’s mail have been replaced by cheerful chirps
Postal worker saves Christmas
A North Carolina postal worker saved Christmas by yanking packages from a burning mail truck -- and is now being praised online for the effort. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest on the dedicated postal worker.
Postal Service tallies $5.1B loss
But that's a slight improvement over the previous year; service is seeing growth in its package delivery business
A new line of business for the post office: Banking?
The USPS once held deposits for millions of Americans -- now, with so many people lacking a bank, it could do so again
The Pope's visit to the U.S. may delay early iPhone 6S deliveries in New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C.
The Pope's visit to the U.S. may delay early iPhone 6S deliveries in New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. CBSN's Contessa Brewer reports on what customers can expect.
The possibility of a dog attack is what normally puts mail carriers on heightened alert, but thieves also strike sometimes too
The possibility of a dog attack is what normally puts mail carriers on heightened alert, but thieves also strike sometimes too. The U.S. Postal Service has noticed the rise in work-related dangers and now they're taking action. CBS News correspondent Mark Albert reports.
The U.S. Postal Service is responding to a New York Times report about an extensive federal surveillance program called "Mail Covers"
The U.S. Postal Service is responding to a New York Times report about an extensive federal surveillance program called "Mail Covers." According to an internal audit, nearly 50,000 pieces of mail were monitored during the last fiscal year.
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Pacific Palisades fire burns in Los Angeles, Eaton fire kills 5
The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia and Sunset fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.
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Watch Live: Jimmy Carter's funeral service begins
President Biden will be giving a eulogy at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.
Maps show where fires are burning right now in L.A. area
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, like the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
Donald Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
As Meta abandons fact-checking, here's how to tell what's real online
The CBS News Confirmed team shares tips you can use to tell fact from fiction online.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
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Hollywood Hills scorched as Sunset Fire spreads in Los Angeles
The Sunset Fire started as a brush fire in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills amid windstorm conditions.
New York's highest court declines to step in to stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
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Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.
Tax refund delays still plague millions of Americans, report says
Millions of taxpayers continue to struggle with delays in refunds from the IRS, a new tax advocate report says.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
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New York's highest court declines to step in to stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
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Watch Live: Jimmy Carter's funeral service begins
President Biden will be giving a eulogy at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Mexico president trolls Trump with "Mexican America" map
Mexico's president sarcastically said that the U.S. should be called "Mexican America" after Trump's vow to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America."
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect
More medical schools say they will no longer charge tuition. But evidence suggests it will take a lot more than a free ride.
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As U.S. announces new Ukraine aid package, Zelenskyy says send troops
Ukraine's leader says partners sending ground troops would help "force Russia into peace," as America's European allies ponder Trump's next move.
Photo shows rescue of baby girl born at sea on migrant ship
"Christmas ended in the Canaries with the rescue of a baby born while crossing the sea," the coastguard said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
Mexico president trolls Trump with "Mexican America" map
Mexico's president sarcastically said that the U.S. should be called "Mexican America" after Trump's vow to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America."
Iran puts on show of force with war games ahead of Trump's second term
Weeks before Trump's inauguration, Iran is preparing for potential threats to its nuclear facilities – and for the possible domestic reaction.
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
Julia Michaels on new song with Maren Morris
Julia Michaels, a six-time Grammy nominee known for writing hits for artists like Dua Lipa and Justin Bieber, shares a first look at "Scissors," her upcoming collaboration with Maren Morris.
Amazon Books on top reads for 2025
Amazon Books' editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with recommendations to help reset your life in January and become the best version of yourself in 2025.
"Wicked" leads with 4 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations
The Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations canceled an in-person announcement planned for Wednesday morning due to devastating wildfires and winds in the Los Angeles area.
Second man charged in Liam Payne's death surrenders to Argentine police
David Ezequiel Pereyra, 21, surrendered Monday to police in Barracas, south of Buenos Aires.
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Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
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.
AI is center stage at 2025 CES
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason Hiner, editor-in-chief for tech news site ZDNET joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Meta to stop fact-checking on Instagram, Facebook
Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced Tuesday that its platforms will eliminate their third-party fact-checking systems. NPR correspondent Shannon Bond joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what that could mean for users moving forward.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of President-elect Donald Trump's to-do list. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schecter joins "America Decides" to look at the outgoing president's record on the issue.
Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday afternoon to help California boost the ranks of those battling the blazes. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Malibu.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
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Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
ATF urges police to reevaluate reselling used firearms
Police should reconsider reselling their used guns, the ATF said, pushing back against a policy linked to over 1,000 deaths between 2019 and 2023.
Capitol Police arrest man with machete amid Carter visitation
U.S. Capitol Police said they found the machete and other knives during a security screening.
George Santos gets delay in sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
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NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
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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 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.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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FEMA director on response to Palisades Fire
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the federal government's response to the Palisades Fire, which has burned over 17,000 acres in Los Angeles County and left entire neighborhoods destroyed.
Steve Guttenberg on how L.A. can unite
Actor Steve Guttenberg, who lives near Pacific Palisades, helped evacuate residents and moved cars to clear paths for firefighters. Guttenberg is calling for people in L.A. to unite and help each another.
California wildfire survivor describes escape
The Los Angeles area wildfires have forced more than 100,000 people from their homes. Aaron Samson and his 83-year-old father-in-law, who has Parkinson's disease, escaped on foot from the Palisades Fire after they were forced to get out of their car.
Carter's casket arrives at National Cathedral
Jimmy Carter's casket arrived at the National Cathedral Thursday morning for the former president's state funeral. Norah O'Donnell anchored CBS News' special report.
L.A. wildfire victims face uncertain future
While many who evacuated from the fires in California don't know if their homes survived, others found a way back — only to see that there was nothing left. For those who found their house was still standing, they said their town itself was in ruins.