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Temperatures plunge after winter storm
Temperatures dropped across the Northeast, hovering around 0 degrees after a deadly winter storm. The storm also caused problems at airports, leaving thousands of flights delayed. Omar Villafranca reports.
New migrant caravan waits in Mexico
A new caravan of around 2,000 Central American migrants is making its way toward the U.S. The line to enter Mexico is so long, it stretches all the way to Guatemala on a border bridge. Adriana Diaz reports from Mexico.
Massive wealth gap keeps growing, report says
The world's billionaires became 12 percent more wealthy last year, while wealth for the poor half of the world's population declined by 11 percent, according to a new Oxfam study. Paul O'Brien, vice president of campaigns at Oxfam, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more details.
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2 doctors out at facility where incapacitated woman gave birth
A 29-year-old woman who had a boy after being sexually assaulted at Hacienda HealthCare in Phoenix has been a patient there since age 3
Scientist who helped create first gene-edited babies fired by university
He Jiankui evaded supervision of his work and violated research norms because he wanted to be famous — and could face prosecution for using CRISPR technology, authorities said
Florida bill would ban abortions if fetal heartbeat detected
"It is definitely the most extreme proposal we've ever entertained in Florida and among the most extreme in the United States," a progressive group said in opposition to the bill
Shutdown toll could soon exceed cost of border wall
The partial closure hurts the economy to the tune of $1.2 billion a week — and the weekly tab swells the longer it lasts
Bone-chilling cold follows deadly winter storm
Falling temperatures replaced the weekend's falling snow Monday as bitter cold and gusty winds swept across the eastern U.S.
New migrant caravan waiting in Mexico, hoping to reach U.S.
Thousands of migrants left Honduras a week ago after word about a new caravan spread on Facebook
Georgia hunter threatened over photos with dead elephant speaks out
Mike Jines, a partner with TopGen Energy, said his critics are misinterpreting what really happened
Fyre Festival victim reaps online donations
A Bahamian caterer owed money by Fyre Festival has raised more than $100,000 through a GoFundMe campaign
NFL wants ban on player "prop" bets, popular for Super Bowl
League has called for ban on proposition bets on individual athletes' feats, arguing they heighten risks of cheating
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Conflicting accounts sowed confusion about Lincoln Memorial incident
Video showing a group of teenagers and a Native American man on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial went viral
Hospitals' online price lists give patients a headache
A new rule requires hospitals to post their prices, but the lists are hard to understand and there are no standards for pricing
Alyssa Milano: "The red MAGA hat is the new white hood"
"Without white boys being able to empathize with other people, humanity will continue to destroy itself," the actress and activist tweeted
Bernie Sanders calls Trump "racist" at South Carolina MLK Day speech
Sanders and Cory Booker called for an end to racial injustice at an event honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
First woman to publicly accuse R. Kelly: "They're believing now"
Singer Sparkle's professional relationship with the R&B legend crumbled amid accusations Kelly was sexually abusing her then 14-year-old niece
House Democrats eager to wield new authority to scrutinize DeVos
The secretary of education faces new oversight with Democrats controlling the House
Woman's death shines light on dangers of ambulance diversions
A stroke victim worked just 350 yards from the area's best hospital for strokes, but the ambulance did not take her there for treatment
Pork patties sold at Kroger, Walmart and other stores may contain rubber
Wisconsin sausage producer shipped more than 48,000 pounds of possibly tainted meat to retailers nationwide
Student claims she was told her skin was "too dark" to perform
A black student has filed a lawsuit against a Kansas school district alleging she was prevented from performing with her high school's dance team after being told her skin was "too dark"
CBS Evening News
CBS Evening News
Hospital pricing lists confuse patients
A new government rule requires hospitals to post their prices online. But the lists are hard to interpret, and some don't factor in insurance payments or Medicare rates. Anna Werner reports.
New migrant caravan waits in Mexico
A new caravan of around 2,000 Central American migrants is making its way toward the U.S. The line to enter Mexico is so long, it stretches all the way to Guatemala on a border bridge. Adriana Diaz reports from Mexico.
Confusion over incident at Lincoln Memorial
A confrontation between a teenager and a Native American man on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial quickly went viral. But in less than a day, more videos show the teen had been taunted by a small group. Jim Axelrod explains.
Presidential hopefuls honor Dr. King
Sen. Kamala Harris jumped into the 2020 presidential race on Monday, making her the first black candidate to do so. Across the country, other Democratic hopefuls went to Martin Luther King Jr. Day events to try and appeal to voters. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Dr. King in his own words
In 1965, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led a march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, demanding voting rights for all. Afterwards, he addressed the crowd in what would later be known as the "How Long, Not Long," speech.
Government Shutdown — Day 32
These immigrants have a 2nd chance at asylum — first ICE needs to bring them back
The government shutdown has hindered ICE's ability to follow through on a judge's order
Bon Jovi restaurant offering meals to furloughed federal workers
As the longest government shutdown ever continues, the musician told furloughed employees "I'll Be There for You"
Trump proposes deal on immigration, Pelosi calls shutdown offer a "non-starter"
The longest government shutdown in history continues
Dozens of NTSB investigations on hold during shutdown
Documents show the shutdown has prevented the NTSB from launching 74 accident investigations
OMB shuts down all congressional travel until government reopens
All congressional travel using government transportation will be prohibited until the government reopens
Government shutdown, TSA absenteeism spark travel industry fears
The potential for longer airport security lines is raising concerns for the travel industry, including flight restrictions
Colorado's forests at greater risk due to shutdown, expert says
Winter months are critical for wildfire managers who use the break from hot weather to clear debris that commonly fuels large wildfires
These states' immigration courts are most impacted by the government shutdown
The immigration court backlog could grow to more than one million cases if the government shutdown drags into February and March
GOP Rep. Will Hurd says wall is "least effective" border security measure
Hurd, from Texas, is the only Republican member representing a district along the southern border
Live Long And Prosper
New "Star Trek" season tells "untold chapter of Spock"
"Star Trek: Discovery" seasons one and two are available now on CBS All Access
How to watch "Star Trek: Discovery" season 2
New season of "Star Trek: Discovery" premieres Thursday on CBS All Access
Sonequa Martin-Green on her "complicated" Spock reunion
"Star Trek: Discovery" Season 2 premieres Thursday night on CBS All Access
"Star Trek: Discovery" cast photos
See who's who in the CBS All Access reboot of the classic science fiction series
"Star Trek: Discovery" season 2 kicks off
Season two of "Star Trek: Discovery" premieres Thursday, Jan. 17 on CBS All Access. CBSN gets a preview with the cast including Sonequa Martin-Green who plays Michael Burnham and Ethan Peck who plays Spock.
Red & Blue
Red & Blue
Democrats reject plan to end gov't shutdown
As the government shutdown continued Monday on its 31st day, President Trump was hoping his latest proposal could end it. However, it was not well received by Democrats and even some conservatives. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Associated Press White House reporter Jill Colvin join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
1/21/19: Red and Blue
Sen. Kamala Harris announces 2020 bid; Democratic field grows for 2020 presidential race
Judge orders ICE to return deported immigrants
A group of Central Americans have a second chance at asylum after being "unlawfully" deported. First ICE needs to bring them back. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
2020 Democratic field adds new contender
The 2020 Democratic field grew again Monday, as California Sen. Kamala Harris announced she's joining the fray. Antjuan Seawright, a Democratic strategist and founder and CEO of Blueprint Strategy LLC, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with analysis.
2020 candidates honor MLK's legacy
Democratic presidential candidates celebrated the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at memorial events marking Monday's holiday. Sens. Kamala Harris, Kirsten Gillibrand, Cory Booker and Bernie Sanders spoke about the civil rights leader's impact as the primary race kicks into high gear.
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
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The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
Good sports
As a state champion wrestler, Marek Bush has very few real competitors. But when he faced a sophomore from New York's Central Valley Academy named Logan Patterson, he was in for what might be the most important match of his life – or, given the surprising outcome, the most impressive. Steve Hartman reports.
Dance group of women in wheelchairs inspires young girls with disabilities
You've heard of the Rockettes – but have you heard of the Rollettes?
Social worker known for being frugal left $11 million to charities
He repaired his shoes with duct tape and bought clothes from the grocery story
Going the distance: Blind runner Simon Wheatcroft
Like many athletes, Simon Wheatcroft loves chasing that runner's high, training on a path near his home in the English village of Doncaster. And he never let the fact that he has a rare condition that left him completely blind by age 27 slow him down. Wheatcroft has run marathons in New York and Boston while testing new technologies that, he hopes, will one day help the quarter-billion visually-impaired people around the world to walk, hike and, yes, run without the help of a guide. Lee Cowan reports.
Mom in labor walks across graduation stage
After completing her midterms and finals in the hospital, she wanted to walk across stage in person to "show people it could be done"
CBSN Originals
CBSN Originals
Families in crisis: Illegal immigration
Central Americans are migrating to the U.S. in record numbers, but it's part of a vicious cycle decades in the making. CBSN Originals' Adam Yamaguchi travels to El Salvador to meet a single father, deported from the U.S. in 2009, and his young son, caught in a revolving door of deportation and remigration, to explore an intractable problem with no clear end in sight.
Esports: The price of the grind
The rapid rise of esports has been a dream come true for professional players—but as money pours into the industry, many young pros face grueling practice schedules and burn out early
North Korea: The art of surviving sanctions
Behind the Kim regime's scramble to stay afloat through cultural means
Burmese python invasion: Fighting invasive species
Across America, waves of foreign invaders are taking over. Introduced through human error or carelessness, invasive species like the Burmese Python, Lionfish and Asian Carp have thrived at the expense of native species critical to a delicate natural balance that supports ecosystems and livelihoods. CBSN Originals explores whether it's too late to tip the balance back in our favor.
Puerto Rico: The exodus after Hurricane Maria
Hurricane Maria left Puerto Rico devastated - almost 3,000 people died in its wake, towns were left without power or water for months, and hundreds of thousands of Puerto Ricans left, many never to return. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud returns to Puerto Rico for CBSN Originals to examine the impact of that exodus and what the future holds.
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Florida bill would ban abortions if fetal heartbeat detected
"It is definitely the most extreme proposal we've ever entertained in Florida and among the most extreme in the United States," a progressive group said in opposition to the bill
2 doctors out at facility where incapacitated woman gave birth
The 29-year-old woman who had a boy after being sexually assaulted at Hacienda HealthCare in Phoenix has been a patient there since age 3
Conflicting accounts sowed confusion about Lincoln Memorial incident
Video showing a group of teenagers and a Native American man on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial went viral
New migrant caravan waiting in Mexico hopes to reach U.S.
Thousands of migrants left Honduras a week ago after word about a new caravan spread on Facebook
Hospitals' confusing online price lists give patients a headache
A new rule requires hospitals to post their prices, but the lists are hard to understand and there are no standards for pricing
Politics
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Alyssa Milano: "The red MAGA hat is the new white hood"
"Without white boys being able to empathize with other people, humanity will continue to destroy itself," the actress and activist tweeted
Florida bill would ban abortions if fetal heartbeat detected
"It is definitely the most extreme proposal we've ever entertained in Florida and among the most extreme in the United States," a progressive group said in opposition to the bill
Shutdown could soon exceed cost of border wall
Partial closure of government hurts economy to tune of $1.2 billion a week -- and weekly tab swells the longer it lasts
Kamala Harris' campaign pays tribute to Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 run
Chisholm was both the first woman and the first African American to seek the nomination of a major party
Sanders calls Trump "racist" at South Carolina MLK Day speech
Sanders and Cory Booker called for an end to racial injustice at an event honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
World
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Scientist who helped create first gene-edited babies fired by university
He Jiankui evaded supervision of his work and violated research norms because he wanted to be famous — and could face prosecution for using CRISPR technology, authorities said
New migrant caravan waiting in Mexico hopes to reach U.S.
Thousands of migrants left Honduras a week ago after word about a new caravan spread on Facebook
Georgia hunter threatened over photos with dead elephant speaks out
Mike Jines, a partner with TopGen Energy, said his critics are misinterpreting what really happened
Godspeed: Vatican's track team passes milestone with first race
The Vatican is setting its sights on the Olympics after launching its own track and field team this month
Journalist held in Iran for 544 days recalls "avocado" interrogation
The Washington Post journalist was released in 2016 alongside three other Americans in a prisoner swap with Iran
Entertainment
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Alyssa Milano: "The red MAGA hat is the new white hood"
"Without white boys being able to empathize with other people, humanity will continue to destroy itself," the actress and activist tweeted
Director Patty Jenkins was "rocked" by the true story of "I Am the Night"
The "Wonder Woman" director says she was "overwhelmed" with how dark Fauna Hodel's story was
Fyre Festival victim reaps online donations
A Bahamian caterer owed money by Fyre Festival has raised more than $100,000 through a GoFundMe campaign
First woman to publicly accuse R. Kelly of misconduct: "They're believing now"
Singer Sparkle's professional relationship with the R&B legend crumbled amid accusations Kelly was sexually abusing her then 14-year-old niece
Remembering the one and only Carol Channing
The beloved Broadway star who owned the title role in "Hello, Dolly!" died this past week at age 97
SciTech
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Scientist who helped create first gene-edited babies fired by university
He Jiankui evaded supervision of his work and violated research norms because he wanted to be famous — and could face prosecution for using CRISPR technology, authorities said
French watchdog slaps Google with $57M fine under new EU law
Internet giant punished for violating European privacy rules aimed at protecting consumer data
"Super blood wolf moon" puts on show in night sky
The rare celestial event wowed anyone who saw it
Almanac: The English Channel Tunnel
On January 20, 1986, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and French President Francois Mitterand broke new ground on the long-dreamed-of "Chunnel"
U.S. spy satellite launched into orbit from California
Running more than a month late, a Delta 4 rocket carrying a spy satellite finally blasted off Saturday.
Health
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Florida bill would ban abortions if fetal heartbeat detected
"It is definitely the most extreme proposal we've ever entertained in Florida and among the most extreme in the United States," a progressive group said in opposition to the bill
2 doctors out at facility where incapacitated woman gave birth
The 29-year-old woman who had a boy after being sexually assaulted at Hacienda HealthCare in Phoenix has been a patient there since age 3
Scientist who helped create first gene-edited babies fired by university
He Jiankui evaded supervision of his work and violated research norms because he wanted to be famous — and could face prosecution for using CRISPR technology, authorities said
Hospitals' confusing online price lists give patients a headache
A new rule requires hospitals to post their prices, but the lists are hard to understand and there are no standards for pricing
Incapacitated woman who gave birth not in coma, lawyer says
Phoenix police have said woman was victim of sexual assault and have disclosed little other information
MoneyWatch
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Shutdown could soon exceed cost of border wall
Partial closure of government hurts economy to tune of $1.2 billion a week -- and weekly tab swells the longer it lasts
NFL wants ban on player "prop" bets, popular for Super Bowl
League has called for ban on proposition bets on individual athletes' feats, arguing they heighten risks of cheating
Pork patties sold at Kroger, Walmart and other stores may contain rubber
Wisconsin sausage producer shipped more than 48,000 pounds of possibly tainted meat to retailers nationwide
Fyre Festival victim reaps online donations
A Bahamian caterer owed money by Fyre Festival has raised more than $100,000 through a GoFundMe campaign
French watchdog slaps Google with $57M fine under new EU law
Internet giant punished for violating European privacy rules aimed at protecting consumer data
Crime
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2 doctors out at facility where incapacitated woman gave birth
The 29-year-old woman who had a boy after being sexually assaulted at Hacienda HealthCare in Phoenix has been a patient there since age 3
Incapacitated woman who gave birth not in coma, lawyer says
Phoenix police have said woman was victim of sexual assault and have disclosed little other information
"Shocking scene": Deputies find 4 bodies, then shoot man trying to kill girl
Mark Leo Gregory Gago, 42, killed his parents, his girlfriend and their infant daughter Saturday night before deputies shot him, police say
Alabama police officer killed in the line of duty; suspect in custody
Officer Sean Tuder, 30, was fatally shot during an investigation Sunday; police have charged 19-year-old suspect with capital murder
Podcast spotlights 1990 double murder – can new DNA technology solve the cold case?
A man haunted by the unsolved murders of his step-grandmother and her friend made a podcast about the crime — it's a story that "48 Hours" started covering as a cold case, but turned into something very different thanks to a relentless detective and cutting-edge technology