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Biden addresses the nation after Electoral College win
President-elect Joe Biden addressed the country hours after the Electoral College certified his victory. Mr. Biden noted President Trump's "dozens and dozens of legal challenges" against the election's results and said "they were found to be without merit." "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report.
States struggle to contain coronavirus
The U.S. death toll is still climbing, and officials are warning that it could get worse. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Electoral College affirms Biden's victory
President-elect Joe Biden has officially sealed his win after electors certified the 2020 election results on Monday. Nikole Killion reports.
U.S. government hacked in cyberspying operation
The Russian government is believed to be responsible for a massive cyberespionage campaign against several U.S. government agencies. Catherine Herridge has the latest.
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Biden accuses Trump of "unprecedented assault on democracy"
The 538 members of the Electoral College has formalized his victory just hours earlier.
Trump announces Attorney General Bill Barr is leaving
Deputy Attorney General Jeff Rosen will take over as acting attorney general.
Some Republicans start calling Biden president-elect
Biden secured 306 electoral college votes, well over the 270 he needed to affirm his victory.
Biden surpasses 270 Electoral College votes, formalizing his win
At 5:30 p.m. ET, California cast its 55 Electoral College votes for Biden, putting him over the 270 needed to win.
U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 300,000 on the day vaccine arrives
More than 16 million Americans have contracted the virus since the beginning of the pandemic.
Senators unveil bipartisan COVID-19 relief bills
The legislation is the culmination of weeks of bipartisan and bicameral negotiations over another emergency aid package.
Tyler Perry gives $100K to Breonna Taylor's boyfriend's defense
One of the Louisville Police Department officers who was wounded during Taylor's fatal shooting is suing Kenneth Walker.
Georgia GOP official urges Trump to respect Electoral College vote
"If they chose Joe Biden, then Joe Biden is the president," said Cobb County Republican Party chairman Jason Shepherd.
Sharon Osbourne tests positive for COVID-19
"The Talk" cohost says she was briefly hospitalized due to coronavirus.
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Biggest snowstorm in years set to target Northeast
Over a foot of snow is possible midweek, even in some of the big cities.
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Over 150 Minnesota businesses plan to defy COVID-19 restrictions
Business owners could face a $1,000 fine and 90 days in jail.
NYC mayor says city may face another full shutdown
"All forms of restrictions have to be on the table," Mayor Bill De Blasio warns as coronavirus cases climb.
Man hit by car at Hanukkah ceremony says driver used slurs
A man was run over by a car at a menorah-lighting celebration as the driver yelled possible anti-Semitic slurs, police say.
Lawmaker quits GOP over bid to overturn Biden's win
"It is unacceptable for political candidates to treat our election system as though we are a third-world nation," he said.
Cleveland Indians owner says name won't change in 2021
"We don't want to be the Cleveland Baseball Team or some other interim name," Paul Dolan says.
Contents of capsule brought back from asteroid revealed
The spacecraft capsule will hopefully provide insights into the origins of the solar system and life on Earth.
Georgia official warns Democrats of "lower turnout" in runoffs
"This election is not a continuation of what happened in November. It's a complete reset. It'll have a different character. It'll have lower turnout, most likely," a Democratic official said.
Virtual holiday cheer for military families
Around this time of the year, the USO typically sends entertainers to military bases all over the world to help spread holiday cheer. But this year, they're inviting military families into the homes of TV personalities including Kristin Cavallari and Jessie James Decker for interactive, virtual programming.
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U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 300,000 on the day vaccine arrives
More than 16 million Americans have contracted the virus since the beginning of the pandemic.
Over 150 Minnesota businesses plan to defy COVID-19 restrictions
Business owners could face a $1,000 fine and 90 days in jail.
U.S. administers first doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
A critical care nurse in New York received the first approved COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and vaccinations are now taking place in hospitals and clinics across the country.
New Jersey governor says "hard months" ahead in COVID fight
As of Monday, more than 15,883 people in the state had died of COVID-19, with 4,170 new cases reported.
Why pharmacies administering vaccine could bring "chaos"
After striking deals with the federal government, pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens will help administer the coronavirus vaccine.
Trump: Top White House personnel won't be among first vaccinated
President scraps administration order saying they should get the shots along with frontline health workers and people in nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Trump administration pushing delay in nursing home vaccinations
HHS explicitly instructs providers that the "earliest the program can turn on is Dec 21st" for the Pfizer vaccine, according to Operation Warp Speed documents obtained by CBS News.
COVID vaccine distribution underway as first trucks hit the road
The CDC's vaccine advisers have recommended the use of the vaccine for anyone aged 16 and older.
Gottlieb says strain on hospitals likely to peak in January
Gottlieb said the country needs to keep the health care system from getting maxed out.
CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell
CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell
Electoral College affirms Biden's victory
President-elect Joe Biden has officially sealed his win after electors certified the 2020 election results on Monday. Nikole Killion reports.
States struggle to contain coronavirus
The U.S. death toll is still climbing, and officials are warning that it could get worse. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
William Barr resigns as U.S. attorney general
President Trump announced Bill Barr's resignation after days of attacking him over alleged election fraud. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
U.S. government hacked in cyberspying operation
The Russian government is believed to be responsible for a massive cyberespionage campaign against several U.S. government agencies. Catherine Herridge has the latest.
Winter storm warnings as Midwest hit by snow
Some 45 million Americans are under winter storm watches. CBS New York weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
60 Minutes
60 Minutes
How Saudi fugitives are escaping U.S. justice
Saudi citizens accused of serious crimes in the U.S. have been able to escape to Saudi Arabia before facing trial. Scott Pelley reports.
How a hospital system raised costs
Sutter Health is in the midst of a lawsuit for business practices that drove up health care prices for Californians. Lesley Stahl reports.
Examining "Excited Delirium"
Excited delirium was mentioned in the deaths of George Floyd and Elijah McClain, but some in the medical world are skeptical it's actually a condition. John Dickerson reports.
60 Minutes' most prolific producer retires
In his 30 years at 60 Minutes, Bob Anderson produced more than 180 stories for the broadcast, from the controversial to the illuminating.
Brighter days on the horizon
Lesley Stahl notes a ray of light in what's been a holiday season of darkness.
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
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Secret Santa surprises essential workers with Christmas cash
In the coming weeks, Secret Santa will give away about $100,000 total — to total strangers.
"The Lasagna Lady" cooks 1,000 meals for local families
Sam Peavy has been perfecting her recipe for 25 years – and now it's being put to good use.
Service dog missing for over 3 years reunites with family
A Michigan couple received a very special Christmas surprise this year — the return of their beloved dog.
Andrea Bocelli, daughter to star in live-streamed Christmas concert
The concert will explore the wonder of Christmas through the eyes of opera legend Andrea Bocelli's 8-year-old daughter, Virginia.
Two West Point cadets earn Rhodes Scholarships
For West Point Cadets Evan Walker and Tyrese Bender, the road to becoming Rhodes Scholars was paved with hard work and commitment to school, sports, and integrity.
CBSN Originals
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Reverb | The QAnon Effect
What started out as a fringe conspiracy theory in 2017 has recently spread into the mainstream. Dozens of people linked to the baseless QAnon conspiracy theory ran for federal office in 2020, and two were elected to Congress. This CBSN Originals documentary explores how QAnon has taken root amid challenging times and a growing distrust in American institutions, and what it means for the future of the country.
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.
CBS Village — Diverse Voices & Communities
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CBS Village — Diverse Voices & Communities
Cleveland Indians to change name, NYT reports
Cleveland's baseball club says it took the name "Indians" in 1915 as a tribute to a Native American player. Now, The New York Times reports that, after years of protests, the team will drop its nickname - a claim its management does not dispute. Correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the recent reckoning with a name some call racist.
Stacey Abrams on Georgia Senate runoffs
Early voting begins in Georgia for runoff elections that will determine which party controls the U.S. Senate. Stacey Abrams, founder of voting rights organization Fair Fight, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why she's confident Democrats will win both races, and her concerns with President Trump's repeated false claims of voter fraud.
Non-profit empowering single mothers
Empowering Single Moms, Inc. was created to transform the lives of mothers through donations, networking, and supportive social services. Correspondent Meg Oliver reports on the non-profit and its mission: helping women develop a path toward self-sufficiency.
Examining "Excited Delirium"
"Excited delirium" was mentioned in the deaths of George Floyd and Elijah McClain, but some in the medical world are skeptical it's actually a condition. John Dickerson reports.
Is "excited delirium" protecting cops from accountability?
Excited delirium was mentioned in the deaths of George Floyd and Elijah McClain, but some in the medical world are skeptical it's actually a condition.
13-year-old goes viral amid cancer battle
2020 has been a tough year for many. Leave it to 13-year-old Lyric Jacks to lift our spirits with her inspiring social media message, all while battling cancer. Jericka Duncan has her story.
Youth group helping register Georgia voters
A group of high school students launched a program to register young first time-voters and registered about 18,000 young voters in Georgia for Election Day in November. Mark Strassmann shares their story.
Black women key group in Georgia runoffs
In two runoff races, Georgia's voters will decide which political party will gain control of the Senate. Professor Danielle Phillips-Cunningham, who is a Multicultural Women's and Gender Studies Program Director at Texas Woman's University, breaks down the history of Black women organizing in Georgia, their political influence in the state and how minority students seeking a college degree are being impacted by the pandemic.
Heartbreak and transcendence: Bringing "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" to the screen
Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and director George C. Wolfe discuss the movie adaptation of August Wilson's play, and working with Chadwick Boseman on the "Black Panther" star's final film.
World
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Contents of capsule brought back from asteroid revealed
The spacecraft capsule will hopefully provide insights into the origins of the solar system and life on Earth.
U.K. eases restrictions on blood donations from gay and bisexual men
The government called it a "landmark change" and the guidelines go into effect next summer.
Protesters keep pressure on Belarus' dictator, and pay the price
Despite the arrest of an estimated 30,000 of their countrymen just for demanding change, thousands continue to protest in defiance of strongman Alexander Lukashenko.
Will a looming deal fix "cracks" in the "wall of opposition" to Iran?
Saudi Arabia and 3 allies have tried for years to cut Qatar off from the world. Now the feuding neighbors are "close to finalizing" a deal that may come as a relief to Washington.
John le Carré, definitive Cold War spy novelist, has died at 89
"We have lost a great figure of English literature," said publisher Curtis Brown CEO Johnny Geller.
U.S.
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Sharon Osbourne tests positive for COVID-19
"The Talk" cohost says she was briefly hospitalized due to coronavirus.
Georgia GOP official urges Trump to respect Electoral College vote
"If they chose Joe Biden, then Joe Biden is the president," said Cobb County Republican Party chairman Jason Shepherd.
U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 300,000 on the day vaccine arrives
More than 16 million Americans have contracted the virus since the beginning of the pandemic.
Lawmaker quits GOP over bid to overturn Biden's win
"It is unacceptable for political candidates to treat our election system as though we are a third-world nation," he said.
Some Republicans start calling Biden president-elect
Biden secured 306 electoral college votes, well over the 270 he needed to affirm his victory.
Politics
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Georgia GOP official urges Trump to respect Electoral College vote
"If they chose Joe Biden, then Joe Biden is the president," said Cobb County Republican Party chairman Jason Shepherd.
Lawmaker quits GOP over bid to overturn Biden's win
"It is unacceptable for political candidates to treat our election system as though we are a third-world nation," he said.
Some Republicans start calling Biden president-elect
Biden secured 306 electoral college votes, well over the 270 he needed to affirm his victory.
Georgia official warns Democrats of "lower turnout" in runoffs
"This election is not a continuation of what happened in November. It's a complete reset. It'll have a different character. It'll have lower turnout, most likely," a Democratic official said.
Trump announces Attorney General Bill Barr is leaving
Deputy Attorney General Jeff Rosen will take over as acting attorney general.
Entertainment
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Sharon Osbourne tests positive for COVID-19
"The Talk" cohost says she was briefly hospitalized due to coronavirus.
Tyler Perry gives $100K to Breonna Taylor's boyfriend's defense
One of the Louisville Police Department officers who was wounded during Taylor's fatal shooting is suing Kenneth Walker.
Cleveland Indians owner says name won't change in 2021
"We don't want to be the Cleveland Baseball Team or some other interim name," Paul Dolan says.
Tyler Perry donates $100,000 to Breonna Taylor's boyfriend
A Louisville police officer wounded in the March 13 shooting in which Breonna Taylor was killed is suing Taylor's boyfriend, Kenneth Walker, for assault, battery and emotional distress. When Walker set up a GoFundMe page for his defense, entertainment giant Tyler Perry donated $100,000.
Cleveland Indians to change their nickname, drop "Indians"
Many consider "Indians" as offensive to indigenous peoples. Cleveland will be the latest of several teams to go the name-change route for that reason.
Technology
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Google services including Gmail and YouTube suffer outage
Services including Google Drive and Google Classroom suffered a widespread outage on Monday morning.
U.S. Commerce Department confirms security "breach"
The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency are investigating the breach, which may have affected other government agencies.
2020 gift ideas from Techno Claus
It's that time of year when our jolly old friend, Techno Claus (a.k.a. David Pogue), arrives via chimney with a selection of gift ideas for the tech lovers on your holiday list.
DoorDash founders reap billions in IPO. Dashers? Not so much
Lawmaker decries IPO as example of rich getting richer "on the backs and bicycles of the working and immigrant poor."
Airbnb, resilient in pandemic, goes public at $68 a share
Home-sharing company that upended hotels industry wants to expand in travel markets like India, China and Latin America.
Science
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Contents of capsule brought back from asteroid revealed
The spacecraft capsule will hopefully provide insights into the origins of the solar system and life on Earth.
Biggest snowstorm in years set to target Northeast
Over a foot of snow is possible midweek, even in some of the big cities.
SpaceX launches satellite for SiriusXM
The launching was the 25th Falcon 9 flight this year as SpaceX continues a rapid-fire cadence.
How to watch the only total solar eclipse of 2020
When the moon covers the sun completely, the sun's atmosphere — known as its corona — can be seen.
What is Brood X, the U.S. cicada infestation coming in 2021?
The Great Eastern Brood of 17-year cicada is about to emerge in much of the U.S. Here's what that means for you.
Health
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U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 300,000 on the day vaccine arrives
More than 16 million Americans have contracted the virus since the beginning of the pandemic.
U.S. administers first doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
A critical care nurse in New York received the first approved COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and vaccinations are now taking place in hospitals and clinics across the country.
Routine cancer screenings during a pandemic
Preventative cancer screenings in the United States have declined during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Elizabeth Comen, medical oncologist at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, joins CBSN to discuss how to safely proceed with cancer screenings.
Over 150 Minnesota businesses plan to defy COVID-19 restrictions
Business owners could face a $1,000 fine and 90 days in jail.
NYC mayor says city may face another full shutdown
"All forms of restrictions have to be on the table," Mayor Bill De Blasio warns as coronavirus cases climb.
MoneyWatch
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NYC mayor says city may face another full shutdown
"All forms of restrictions have to be on the table," Mayor Bill De Blasio warns as coronavirus cases climb.
U.S. Commerce Department confirms security "breach"
The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency are investigating the breach, which may have affected other government agencies.
Google services including Gmail and YouTube suffer outage
Services including Google Drive and Google Classroom suffered a widespread outage on Monday morning.
Lost your job? Watch out for these scams
Coronavirus is attracting hordes of fraudsters, with reports of fraud up 70% over last year, FTC says.
Adidas says it may sell Reebok
German athletic gear giant bought Reebok in 2006 for $3.8 billion hoping to expand its footwear business.
Crime
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Tyler Perry gives $100K to Breonna Taylor's boyfriend's defense
One of the Louisville Police Department officers who was wounded during Taylor's fatal shooting is suing Kenneth Walker.
Man hit by car during Hanukkah ceremony says driver used anti-Semitic slurs
A man was run over by a car at a menorah-lighting celebration as the driver yelled possible anti-Semitic slurs, police say.
Violence erupts in Washington D.C. after Trump supporters rally
At least four people were stabbed near Black Lives Matter Plaza, about four blocks from the White House, and there were 33 unrelated arrests.
Police fatally shoot gunman at landmark NYC cathedral
He opened fire with two handguns after an outdoor Christmas concert at the famed Cathedral of Saint John the Divine.
New clues in the hunt for a serial killer revealed
Ten years after the discovery of the first victim of the elusive killer, new evidence and police insights in the biggest unsolved murder case in N.Y. history
Space
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Contents of capsule brought back from asteroid revealed
The spacecraft capsule will hopefully provide insights into the origins of the solar system and life on Earth.
SpaceX launches satellite for SiriusXM
The launching was the 25th Falcon 9 flight this year as SpaceX continues a rapid-fire cadence.
How to watch the only total solar eclipse of 2020
When the moon covers the sun completely, the sun's atmosphere — known as its corona — can be seen.
One of these astronauts could be the first woman to walk on the moon
NASA is aiming for a 2024 moon landing — and this time, it won't just be men making the trip.
U.S. no longer expected to see northern lights this week
Space weather officials on Thursday afternoon downgraded the forecast for the storm, eliminating the possibility of aurora borealis across the U.S.
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Every TIME Person of the Year for the past 27 years
Vladimir Putin, Bill Clinton, Mark Zuckerberg and Donald Trump are just some of the people who have been named Time's Person of the Year in the past quarter-century.
The 50 easiest colleges to get into
From small religious schools to public institutions, these colleges have the highest acceptance rates in the U.S.
The most anticipated TV shows of 2021 (and when they might be coming back)
Will "The Crown" return in 2021? Will "Survivor"? Here's how COVID-19 is affecting the production and return of your favorite streaming and TV shows.
The most expensive states for ER visits, ranked
No one wants to go to the emergency room. Here's what it may cost once you're there.
Hardest colleges to get into in the U.S. in 2021
These schools have a combination of the lowest acceptance rates and the highest SAT and ACT scores. See which school tops the list for 2021.
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Virtual holiday cheer for military families
Around this time of the year, the USO typically sends entertainers to military bases all over the world to help spread holiday cheer. But this year, they're inviting military families into the homes of TV personalities including Kristin Cavallari and Jessie James Decker for interactive, virtual programming.
How Saudi fugitives are escaping U.S. justice
Saudi citizens accused of serious crimes in the U.S. have been able to escape to Saudi Arabia before facing trial. Scott Pelley reports.
Examining "Excited Delirium"
"Excited delirium" was mentioned in the deaths of George Floyd and Elijah McClain, but some in the medical world are skeptical it's actually a condition. John Dickerson reports.
How a Calif. hospital system raised costs
Sutter Health is in the midst of a lawsuit for business practices that drove up health care prices for Californians. Lesley Stahl reports.
CBSN Originals: "The QAnon Effect"
What started out as a fringe conspiracy theory in 2017 has recently spread into the mainstream. Dozens of people linked to the baseless QAnon conspiracy theory ran for federal office in 2020, and two were elected to Congress. This CBSN Originals documentary explores how QAnon has taken root amid challenging times and a growing distrust in American institutions, and what it means for the future of the country.