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Norah O'Donnell Reports: Sexual Assault in the Military
A year-and-a-half long investigation by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and the CBS News Investigative Unit into sexual assault within the U.S. military uncovered failures by leaders to address the issue. Over the course of the investigation, CBS News spoke with nearly two dozen survivors of sexual assault, whistleblowers who worked for the military's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and families of suicide victims who say the military grossly mishandled reports of sexual assault.
Pandemic causing food crisis in the U.S.
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to get worse, many in the U.S. are being forced to rely on food banks. In multiple cities, long lines of cars wait for much-needed groceries. Tom Hanson reports.
Trump still falsely claims he won election
As the virtual G20 summit kicked off Saturday, President Trump continued to falsely claim he won the presidential election. Mr. Trump also skipped a session focused on the coronavirus pandemic to play golf. Chip Reid has more.
Afghan troop withdrawal prompts security concerns
The Trump administration this week announced plans to withdraw 2,000 troops from Afghanistan by mid-January. Critics say the withdrawal could lead to more violence in the already war-torn country. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
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Judge quashes Trump campaign latest attempt to stop Pennsylvania results
The Trump campaign said they plan to appeal.
Texas National Guard deployed to help El Paso with morgue overflow
So many have died that the county is now posting job openings for morgue attendants.
Trump campaign requests recount in Georgia
Georgia earlier in the week already completed a full hand recount of all the ballots in the state at the behest of the secretary of state.
Self-defense or murder? Shooting death divides community
A young mother woman admits to killing her partner, telling police she had endured years of abuse and feared for her life. So why didn't everyone believe her?
Kelly Loeffler quarantining after inconclusive COVID tests
Loeffler tested positive on Friday but was tested again Saturday and the results were inconclusive.
Owl found in Rockefeller Christmas tree will soon be released
The tiny owl, named "Rockefeller," was found hiding in the branches of the towering Christmas tree that serves as a focal point of New York City's holiday season.
Pompeii excavation unearths well-preserved bodies of two men
Archaeologists have discovered the bodies of two men who died during so-called second pyroclastic flow, after the initial eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Ben Carson says he was "desperately ill" with COVID-19
"I do believe I am out of the woods at this point," he said on Facebook.
Spy sentenced to life in U.S. prison can now return to Israel
Jonathan Pollard was the only American to ever receive a life sentence for spying for an ally.
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Navajo Nation's kids try to adjust as pandemic closes schools
Virtual learning is already hard in places that lack basic resources — even electricity — that power the internet.
Reconsidering a Colorado mountain's controversial name
The U.S. Board of Geographic Names is considering changing the name of Mt. Evans, along with the names of other Colorado sites.
Woman accused of setting fire, running over husband, speaks out
In an interview with "48 Hours," Linda Stermer maintains she doesn't know how the fatal fire started and that running over her husband with the family's van after he escaped the burning home was purely an accident.
Retelling the story of the Mayflower's arrival, 400 years later
A four-nation commemoration of the 1620 landing of the Pilgrims in America also includes stories of the indigenous people.
Time's almost up to claim your $1,200 stimulus check
People who are eligible for the payment but have yet to receive it have until November 21 to register with the IRS.
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U.S. reports 195,000 new COVID-19 cases in one day, a record
Across the nation, more and more cities, counties and states are clamping down in a desperate effort to curb the surge.
California curfew goes into effect Saturday as COVID-19 cases spike
The newest restrictions require people not on essential errands to stay home from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. through December 21.
How Pfizer will keep its vaccine at -94 degrees during transport
CBS News got an inside look at the logistical challenges of getting Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to the public.
Thousands suffering from post-COVID-19 "long haul" symptoms
Months after contracting COVID-19, seemingly healthy, active, younger people are experiencing what some doctors have started referring to as Post-acute COVID Syndrome. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
Experts fear feds aren't ready to get vaccines to nursing homes
More than 67,000 people in long-term care facilities have died of COVID-19. With a vaccine on the way, is the government ready to roll?
CBS Weekend News
CBS Weekend News
States issue new restrictions amid COVID surge
Several states across the U.S. are issuing new restrictions in a desperate attempt to slow the surge of coronavirus infections. California has issued a 10 p.m. curfew and in Minnesota, bars and restaurants have to close for a month. Danya Bacchus has more.
Pandemic causing food crisis in the U.S.
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to get worse, many in the U.S. are being forced to rely on food banks. In multiple cities, long lines of cars wait for much-needed groceries. Tom Hanson reports.
Trump still falsely claims he won election
As the virtual G20 summit kicked off Saturday, President Trump continued to falsely claim he won the presidential election. Mr. Trump also skipped a session focused on the coronavirus pandemic to play golf. Chip Reid has more.
Afghan troop withdrawal prompts security concerns
The Trump administration this week announced plans to withdraw 2,000 troops from Afghanistan by mid-January. Critics say the withdrawal could lead to more violence in the already war-torn country. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Navajo Nation kids adjust as COVID closes schools
As many school districts suspend in-person learning amid rising coronavirus cases, some demographics are suffering worse than others. CBS’s Lilia Luciano reports on a Native American Navajo community in New Mexico and how a lack of basic infrastructure makes remote learning nearly impossible.
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The Case Against Nicole Addimando
A young mother shoots her partner claiming self-defense and abuse. The killing of the popular gymnastics coach divides a town. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports for "48 Hours.
The Death of Todd Stermer
A woman accused of setting her house on fire and then intentionally running over her husband as he escaped the flames speaks out to "48 Hours." Correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Christy Martin - The Fight of Her Life
A boxer is shot and stabbed by her husband but refuses to go down for the count. "48 Hours" contributor David Begnaud reports.
Murder at the Mall: The Michelle Martinko Case
Michelle Martinko fought for her life in a parking lot. Her attacker was left bleeding — creating the evidence that solved the case. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas reports for "48 Hours."
The Murder of Anna Repkina
Did a love triangle lead to murder? After his fiancée is found dead, a man researches time travel to “correct a horrible mistake.” Correspondent Tracy Smith reports for "48 Hours."
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
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Reflections on what to be thankful for amid the pandemic
While Thanksgiving 2020 be different than celebrations from past years, many are taking the time to pause and reflect on what they are still grateful for.
Barber helps run neighbor's restaurant during COVID-19 pandemic
"Andre came to our rescue. And I want to be able to do that for somebody else if I can," the restaurant owner said.
Intubated COVID-19 patient serenades hospital staff with violin
"One of my coworkers described it as a light in the COVID darkness, which I think is perfect," said nurse Ciara Sase.
FedEx driver surprises boy with new basketball hoop
"Just wanted you and your son to have the best hoop that'll grow with him, and all his friends!" the driver wrote in a note. "It's wonderful that you guys shoot hoops with him."
12-year-old girl composes music performed by New York Philharmonic
Grace Moore may be in 7th grade, but her original composition has already been heard by countless New Yorkers.
CBSN Originals
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Reverb | A City Under Surveillance
The Detroit Police Department is using facial recognition technology and a network of surveillance cameras to combat the city’s high crime rates. But critics say the technology has racial bias built into it and has even landed innocent people behind bars. In this documentary, CBSN Originals explores the debate over high-tech policing that promises to make our communities safer yet at the same time threatens our civil liberties.
Reverb | Gun Fight, Part One
In the first episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals explores an armed backlash to new gun laws. Mass shootings in Virginia have mobilized the fight for more regulation, but some counties won't enforce laws they say infringe on their residents' constitutional rights.
Reverb | Gun Fight, Part Two
In the second episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals follows a growing movement of militias refusing to comply with new gun regulations. As the country navigates a pandemic, economic shutdowns and political unrest, gun sales are soaring and gun rights activists argue Americans should be armed now more than ever.
Reverb | Losing Las Vegas
The economic fallout from COVID-19 hit Las Vegas harder than any other major city in the nation, devastating households far from the famous Strip. Though the lights are flickering on once again, uncertainty still looms. This episode of CBSN Originals reveals how some Las Vegas workers are navigating a tough new reality with no end in sight.
Reverb | Generation Climate
A generation that grew up witnessing a world with a rapidly changing climate is coming of age. Now, Gen Z climate activists are bringing a sense of urgency to mobilizing social and political movements across the nation. As the world is running out of time, these young activists have made it their mission to fight for its future.
CBS Village — Diverse Voices & Communities
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CBS Village — Diverse Voices & Communities
ICE accused of unnecessary medical procedures
A group of migrant women are claiming doctors performed unnecessary medical procedures on them at a Georgia ICE detention center. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports on two of these women's stories.
Monument Academy provides safe reopening
Monument Academy safely reopened amid the pandemic for its most vulnerable students with distance learning difficulties. The school's CEO is the driving force behind its success. Jeff Pegues reports from Washington, D.C.
Military whistleblowers call for change
More than 15 years ago, the Department of Defense created a sexual assault program to support victims and increase accountability, but three women hired to work for the program say it is not doing enough. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell spoke with these whistleblowers about the problems they've witnessed and how they are impacting survivors.
Sexual assault survivors on military failures
Over the past year and a half, CBS News has spoken to nearly two dozen survivors from all branches of the armed service who say their allegations were brushed aside — or even met with retaliation. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Yara Shahidi on "Between the World and Me"
New York Times best-selling author Ta-Nehisi Coates and actress Yara Shahidi discuss the HBO adaptation of Coates' acclaimed book "Between the World and Me," which was written as a letter to his son about growing up Black in America. They discuss why the words are still relevant today, the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement and their hopes for this country.
Video of now deceased Louisiana teen released
Police in Baldwin, Louisiana have released a video they say shows 15-year-old Quawan Charles willingly getting into a car with two people. A lawyer for the family says the video does little to explain why police did not file an Amber Alert after Charles' disappearance. Jericka Duncan reports.
Mishandling of military sexual assault
For more than a decade, the Pentagon has vowed to eradicate sexual assault from its ranks, but some service members say it has not been enough. In part two of CBS News' four-part series on sexual assault in the military, Norah O'Donnell speaks to the mother of an army staff sergeant who says the military's handling of her daughter's sexual assault led to her death.
Parents say U.S. Army failed their daughter after sexual assaults
In part one of CBS News' series on sexual assault in the military, we spoke with the parents of a soldier who say the military failed their daughter after she was sexually assaulted while serving abroad, and that those failures ultimately led to her death. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Naval Academy brigade commander makes history
Senior Sydney Barber will be the first Black woman to serve as brigade commander in the Naval Academy's 175 year history. Brigade commander is the highest leadership position within the student body. "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller talked to Barber about the achievement.
World
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Spy sentenced to life in U.S. prison can now return to Israel
Jonathan Pollard was the only American to ever receive a life sentence for spying for an ally.
All-virtual G20 summit opens with Saudi Arabia as host
In a sign of the times, the traditional "family photo" of leaders in the summit was digitally designed and superimposed on a historical site just outside Riyadh.
Pompeii excavation unearths well-preserved bodies of two men
Archaeologists have discovered the bodies of two men who died during so-called second pyroclastic flow, after the initial eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
3 researchers park at bottom of Earth's deepest ocean trench
Only a handful of people have ever visited the bottom of the Mariana Trench, which is deeper than Mount Everest is high.
Will Biden's U.N. envoy "reclaim America's leading position"?
Who the president-elect picks to fill the role, and whether he gives them a seat in the Cabinet, will help signal U.S. intentions to the world.
U.S.
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Kelly Loeffler quarantining after inconclusive COVID tests
Loeffler tested positive on Friday but was tested again Saturday and the results were inconclusive.
Trump campaign requests recount in Georgia
Georgia earlier in the week already completed a full hand recount of all the ballots in the state at the behest of the secretary of state.
Self-defense or murder? Shooting death divides a community
A young mother woman admits to killing her partner, telling police she had endured years of abuse and feared for her life. So why didn't everyone believe her?
Woman accused of setting fire, running over husband, speaks out
In an interview with "48 Hours," Linda Stermer maintains she doesn't know how the fatal fire started and that running over her husband with the family's van after he escaped the burning home was purely an accident.
Judge quashes Trump campaign latest attempt to stop Pa. results
The Trump campaign said they plan to appeal.
Politics
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Kelly Loeffler quarantining after inconclusive COVID tests
Loeffler tested positive on Friday but was tested again Saturday and the results were inconclusive.
Trump campaign requests recount in Georgia
Georgia earlier in the week already completed a full hand recount of all the ballots in the state at the behest of the secretary of state.
Ben Carson says he was "desperately ill" with COVID-19
"I do believe I am out of the woods at this point," he said on Facebook.
Twitter will give @POTUS handle to Biden on Inauguration Day
Twitter will hand over official accounts to the new administration even if President Trump refuses to concede.
Obama jokes that Navy SEALs could remove Trump from White House
"I wish the transition was going better," the former president told Jimmy Kimmel on Thursday night.
Entertainment
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Entertainment
From 2000: The journey of Jan Morris
British journalist, travel writer and historian Jan Morris died Friday, November 20, 2020, at the age of 94. In this profile (originally broadcast on “CBS Sunday Morning” February 13, 2000), Morris talked with correspondent Tom Fenton at her home in Wales, about her globe-trekking career (including following Edmund Hillary up Mount Everest) and the subjects of her books (including President Abraham Lincoln), as well as her inward journey, of transitioning from a man to a woman.
British boy launches anti-bullying campaign
Charlie Kristensen’s passion for musical theatre made him a target for bullies. But with the help of some of his musical idols, the 10-year-old was able to ignite a viral anti-bullying campaign to help other kids stand up for themselves. Ian Lee has more.
Sylvan Esso performs “Rooftop Dancing”
Singer Amelia Meath and producer Nick Sanborn formed the electronic-pop duo Sylvan Esso in Durham, N.C. back in 2013. A year later they hit the Billboard album charts with their debut album. Their next album scored a Grammy nomination, and now they’re out with their third collection, titled "Free Love." From a rooftop in Durham, Sylvan Esso performs "Rooftop Dancing."
Sylvan Esso performs “Ferris Wheel”
Singer Amelia Meath and producer Nick Sanborn formed the electronic-pop duo Sylvan Esso in Durham, N.C. back in 2013. A year later they hit the Billboard album charts with their debut album. Their next album scored a Grammy nomination, and now they’re out with their third collection, titled "Free Love." From a rooftop in Durham, Sylvan Esso performs "Ferris Wheel."
Sylvan Esso performs “Ring”
Singer Amelia Meath and producer Nick Sanborn formed the electronic-pop duo Sylvan Esso in Durham, N.C. back in 2013. A year later they hit the Billboard album charts with their debut album. Their next album scored a Grammy nomination, and now they’re out with their third collection, titled "Free Love." From a rooftop in Durham, Sylvan Esso performs "Ring."
Technology
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SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
Getting started with MagSafe, the iPhone 12's best new feature
Apple's new magnetic accessories and wireless chargers are expensive and clunky. They're also the coolest iPhone upgrade in years.
New York City wants to rein in the bots reading your resume
Most job applicants have no clue they're being evaluated by AI. The city wants to change that.
Fortnite apparently returning to iPhones after developers' end-around
Nvidia says its cloud gaming service can now run on Safari browser on iPhones and iPads and will soon enable users to access Fortnite.
Rocket Lab recovers first stage booster in key milestone
Splashdown shows booster can safely re-enter atmosphere as company works toward mid-air recovery
Science
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Pompeii excavation unearths well-preserved bodies of two men
Archaeologists have discovered the bodies of two men who died during so-called second pyroclastic flow, after the initial eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
3 researchers park at bottom of Earth's deepest ocean trench
Only a handful of people have ever visited the bottom of the Mariana Trench, which is deeper than Mount Everest is high.
The record-shattering 2020 hurricane season, explained
Like so many other aspects of 2020, the Atlantic hurricane season hurled one shocking event after another.
The air got cleaner in 2020, thanks to the pandemic
But a climate-driven historic wildfire season held back progress on emissions.
Health
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Kelly Loeffler quarantining after inconclusive COVID tests
Loeffler tested positive on Friday but was tested again Saturday and the results were inconclusive.
Navajo Nation's kids try to adjust as pandemic closes schools
Virtual learning is already hard in places that lack basic resources — even electricity — that power the internet.
Texas National Guard deployed to help El Paso with morgue overflow
So many have died that the county is now posting job openings for morgue attendants.
Ben Carson says he was "desperately ill" with COVID-19
"I do believe I am out of the woods at this point," he said on Facebook.
California curfew goes into effect Saturday as COVID-19 cases spike
The newest restrictions require people not on essential errands to stay home from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. through December 21.
MoneyWatch
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Experts fear feds aren't ready to get vaccines to nursing homes
More than 67,000 people in long-term care facilities have died of COVID-19. With a vaccine on the way, is the government ready to roll?
1 in 4 Americans are jobless or earning poverty-level wages
Official government statistics don't fully capture just how much millions of Americans are hurting, one expert says.
Sanford Health CEO says he won't wear mask after COVID-19 recovery
"I have no interest in using masks as a symbolic gesture," said head of one of Midwest's largest health systems.
Getting started with MagSafe, the iPhone 12's best new feature
Apple's new magnetic accessories and wireless chargers are expensive and clunky. They're also the coolest iPhone upgrade in years.
New York City wants to rein in the bots reading your resume
Most job applicants have no clue they're being evaluated by AI. The city wants to change that.
Crime
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Self-defense or murder? Shooting death divides a community
A young mother woman admits to killing her partner, telling police she had endured years of abuse and feared for her life. So why didn't everyone believe her?
Woman accused of setting fire, running over husband, speaks out
In an interview with "48 Hours," Linda Stermer maintains she doesn't know how the fatal fire started and that running over her husband with the family's van after he escaped the burning home was purely an accident.
Kyle Rittenhouse released from jail after posting $2M bond
Rittenhouse, who was extradited from Illinois to Kenosha, will return to court for a preliminary hearing in December.
Shooting at Wisconsin mall leaves 8 injured
The suspect, described as a White male in his 20s or 30s, fled the scene before officers arrived at the Mayfair Mall in Wauwatosa.
Why was the laptop in the tub? Odd clue in polarizing murder case
Nicole Addimando says she killed her abusive boyfriend in self-defense, but the crime scene raises questions — was someone destroying evidence or staging it to look that way?
Space
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SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
Astronauts describe thrilling ride to space
Rookie astronaut Victor Glover calls the view from space "surreal."
Astronauts hold Q&A at space station
Five astronauts, including four who launched Sunday aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon "Resilience," held a news conference Thursday from the International Space Station about how their mission is going. Watch their remarks from NASA TV.
Iconic Arecibo Observatory faces demolition due to damage
Engineers recommend controlled demolition of the mortally wounded radio telescope in Puerto Rico.
Russian spacewalk prepares station for new module
The space station's Russian Pirs docking compartment will be replaced by a laboratory module.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Jill Biden through the years
What do we know about the nation's next first lady?
Joe Biden through the years
Newly elected to be the 46th president, Biden has had a long political career and a personal life filled with triumph and heartbreak.
The most dangerous cities in America, ranked
The violent crime rate in the U.S. declined 0.2 percent from 2016 to 2017, the first decline since 2014
Evidence photos: Michelle Martinko murder
Inside the haunting case that baffled investigators for generations and the 38 year trail that led them to her killer.
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Biden moves forward with transition
President-elect Joe Biden is moving forward with his White House transition despite a lack of cooperation from the Trump administration. He met on Friday with top congressional leaders to discuss the pandemic and economic crisis. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss that and more.
Barack Obama: The "60 Minutes" interview
The former president shares the advice he would give President Trump, his thoughts on the killing of George Floyd, and what's behind the divisions in Washington and across the U.S. Scott Pelley reports.
CBSN Originals: "Gun Fight, Part One"
In the first episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals explores an armed backlash to new gun laws. Mass shootings in Virginia have mobilized the fight for more regulation, but some counties won't enforce laws they say infringe on their residents' constitutional rights.
CBSN Originals: "Gun Fight, Part Two"
In the second episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals follows a growing movement of militias refusing to comply with new gun regulations. As the country navigates a pandemic, economic shutdowns and political unrest, gun sales are soaring and gun rights activists argue Americans should be armed now more than ever.
The Case Against Nicole Addimando
A young mother shoots her partner claiming self-defense and abuse. The killing of the popular gymnastics coach divides a town. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports for "48 Hours.