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Alex Sundby

Alex Sundby is a senior editor at CBSNews.com. Based in New York, Alex has a master's degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and a bachelor's degree in journalism and political science from the University of Washington in Seattle. He started his journalism career as an education reporter for a weekly newspaper in northern New Mexico. Before coming to CBS News in 2009, he worked as a freelance journalist in New York City, reporting throughout the five boroughs for the New York Post's metro section.

A person holds up their Mega Millions lottery tickets in New York City on Aug. 8, 2023.

Mega Millions jackpot rises to $792 million after no one wins $735 million prize

The jackpot for Friday night's Mega Millions drawing will be at least an estimated $792 million after no tickets matched the numbers for Tuesday night's $735 million grand prize.

Mar 13

Jimmy Kimmel hosts the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre, March 12, 2023, in Hollywood, California.

Who's hosting the Oscars and who hosted past Academy Awards ceremonies?

Jimmy Kimmel returned to host the 2024 Oscars, joining a small group who have emceed the Academy Awards more than three times.

Mar 10

A fast-moving wildfire burns through the Texas Panhandle region on Feb. 29, 2024.

Map and satellite images show where fires are burning in Texas and Oklahoma

A map shows the Texas fires located throughout the Lone Star State's rural Panhandle area with some blazes crossing into western Oklahoma.

Mar 7

Becky G attends the Los Angeles premiere of "This Is Me...Now: A Love Story" at the Dolby Theatre on Feb. 13, 2024, in Hollywood, California.

Becky G performing "The Fire Inside" from "Flamin' Hot" at Oscars

Becky G will be performing "The Fire Inside," written by 15-time Oscar nominee Diane Warren, at the 2024 Academy Awards.

Feb 28

Billie Eilish attends the Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on Jan. 14, 2024, in Santa Monica, California.

Billie Eilish performing "What Was I Made For?" from "Barbie" at Oscars

Billie Eilish, who's up for an Oscar, will be performing during the 2024 Academy Awards.

Feb 28

Ryan Gosling smiles at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival event honoring him at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara on Jan. 13, 2024, in Santa Barbara, California.

Who's performing at the Oscars? Here's the list of confirmed performers.

A list of accomplished performers will take to the Oscars stage tonight for the 2024 Academy Awards.

Mar 10

Ryan Gosling, nominated for best supporting actor for "Barbie," attends the nominees luncheon for the Oscars in Beverly Hills, California, Feb. 12, 2024.

Ryan Gosling performing "I'm Just Ken" from "Barbie" at Oscars

Ryan Gosling, who's up for an acting award at the Oscars, will be performing at the 2024 Academy Awards.

Feb 28

Fans leave the area of the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl celebration after shots were fired Feb. 14, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri.

2 suspects in Kansas City parade shooting charged with murder

A woman was killed and 22 other people were wounded in the shooting at the celebration for the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory.

Feb 20

People take cover during a shooting at Union Station during the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory parade Feb. 14, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri.

2 juveniles charged in Kansas City Chiefs parade shooting, court says

Authorities charged two juveniles in connection with the deadly shooting at the end of the parade celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory.

Feb 16

People flee after shots were fired near the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory parade on Feb. 14, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri.

2 juveniles detained in deadly Kansas City Chiefs parade shooting

Kansas City's police chief said no charges have been filed yet in the deadly parade shooting and the investigation is ongoing.

Feb 15

A CH-53E Super Stallion aircraft secures the area around the USS Boxer in the Arabian Sea off Oman, July 17, 2019.

Missing military helicopter found in California; search continues for 5 Marines

Multiple agencies were searching for a U.S. Marine Corps helicopter crew that went missing in Southern California.

Feb 8

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon on Feb. 1, 2024, in Arlington, Virginia.

Plans approved for U.S. strikes against Iranian targets in Iraq, Syria

The U.S. military plans to strike targets in Iraq and Syria, including Iranian personnel and facilities, in response to a drone attack that killed 3 U.S. troops.

Feb 1

Greyhound bus crash in Alabama leaves at least 1 dead, several hurt

A Tennessee-bound Greyhound bus crashed into a car, killing its 23-year-old driver, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said.

Jan 30

93 Americans died after cosmetic surgery in Dominican Republic over 14 years

The CDC noted that so-called medical tourism is becoming more common among Americans seeking cheaper procedures quickly.

Jan 26

Oscar statuettes are seen backstage during the Academy Awards on March 12, 2023, in Hollywood, California, in this handout photo provided by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

See the full list of Oscar nominations for the 2024 Academy Awards

The 2024 Oscars followed a year that saw blockbusters "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" pack movie theaters around the world.

Mar 10

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