Music legend Clarence Avant's wife shot and killed in Beverly Hills home
The 81-year-old, known for her philanthropy work in the Los Angeles area, died early Wednesday morning.
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Man testifies that Jussie Smollett paid him to "fake beat him up"
Smollett, 39, faces six counts of disorderly conduct and is accused of lying to police about the 2019 incident.
Death toll rises in Michigan school shooting
A fourth student died from his injuries after a gunman opened fire at a Michigan high school. The suspected gunman is 15 years old but being charged as an adult. Nancy Chen has more details.
School shooting suspect charged with murder
A 15-year-old was charged with four counts of first-degree murder and one count of terrorism causing death in Tuesday's deadly school shooting in Michigan, officials announced Wednesday. The lead prosecutor said there is a "mountain of digital evidence" to suggest the shooting was premeditated. Watch the press conference.
Suspect held after deadly school shooting
Three people are dead and another eight injured after a shooting at a Michigan high school. Police have a 15-year-old suspect in custody, but he is refusing to cooperate with authorities. WWJ-AM News Radio reporter Mike Campbell joins CBSN with the latest details in this developing story.
Alabama woman awarded $2.1 million in Walmart settlement
CBS affiliate WKRG-TV's Bill Riales reports on a case revealing the retail giant's pattern of false accusations followed by attempts to collect money from victims.
Students describe suspect and victims in Michigan school shooting
Investigators are trying to determine why a 15-year-old student opened fire inside a Michigan high school, killing three people and wounding eight others.
3 killed, 8 wounded in shooting at Michigan high school
All the deceased victims were students.
First accuser testifies in Ghislaine Maxwell sex-trafficking trial
The first alleged victim to testify in Maxwell's trial said she was 14 during her first sexual encounter with Epstein.
Elizabeth Holmes testifies in trial
During her trial, Elizabeth Holmes denied hiring a research firm to look into a Wall Street Journal reporter but admitted she tried to kill his Theranos story. Jamie Yuccas spoke with “Bad Blood: The Final Chapter” reporter Emily Saul, who covered the trial from the beginning.
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CDC confirms first case of Omicron variant in U.S.
An individual in California who had recently traveled to South Africa tested positive for the strain, the health agency said.
Teen faces murder charges in Michigan school shooting
Four people were killed and seven others were wounded in the shooting. Authorities have not yet identified a motive.
Alec Baldwin says he "didn't pull the trigger" in fatal "Rust" shooting
The actor said the shooting was the worst thing that has ever happened to him.
January 6 committee recommends contempt for former DOJ official
The panel voted unanimously to recommend that the House find Jeffrey Clark in contempt of Congress.
Here's what you need to know about a possible MLB lockout
Professional baseball players want higher pay and to stop teams from "tanking" during the season.
Stacey Abrams announces another bid for Georgia governor
Abrams ran for governor in 2018 and lost.
Women's tennis tour suspends play in China over alleged censorship
"China's leaders have left the WTA with no choice," Wednesday's announcement said.
Supreme Court signals support for upholding Mississippi abortion law
The nation's top court heard oral arguments in a challenge to Mississippi's 15-week abortion ban, which many see as a bid to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Columbia University agrees to $71M settlement with former patients
Claims by dozens of other patients have not been settled.
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Music legend Clarence Avant's wife shot and killed in Beverly Hills home
The 81-year-old, known for her philanthropy work in the Los Angeles area, died early Wednesday morning.
January 6 committee recommends contempt for former DOJ official
The panel voted unanimously to recommend that the House find Jeffrey Clark in contempt of Congress.
Man testifies that Jussie Smollett paid him to "fake beat him up"
Smollett, 39, faces six counts of disorderly conduct and is accused of lying to police about the 2019 incident.
Nonprofit seeks to provide millions of coats for children in need
In the past 23 years, Operation Warm has manufactured more than 4 million coats for children in need.
Supreme Court signals support for upholding Mississippi abortion law
The nation's top court heard oral arguments in a challenge to Mississippi's 15-week abortion law, which many see as a bid to overturn Roe v. Wade.
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January 6 committee recommends contempt for former DOJ official
The panel voted unanimously to recommend that the House find Jeffrey Clark in contempt of Congress.
Supreme Court signals support for upholding Mississippi abortion law
The nation's top court heard oral arguments in a challenge to Mississippi's 15-week abortion law, which many see as a bid to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Peter DeFazio is 19th Democrat to announce he's leaving the House
DeFazio is the longest-serving U.S. representative in Oregon's history.
Stacey Abrams announces another bid for Georgia governor
Abrams ran for governor in 2018 and lost.
CIA publishes new account describing "challenges" of briefing Trump
"Trump was like Nixon, suspicious and insecure about the intelligence process, but unlike Nixon in the way he reacted," according to a new account.
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Tourism rattled again as Omicron renews barriers to travel
Passengers must go back to brushing up on COVID-19 travel rules, and in some cases postponing trips.
CDC confirms first case of Omicron variant in U.S.
An individual in California who had recently traveled to South Africa tested positive for the strain, the health agency said.
Texas resident gets over $4,000 in bills after COVID test
Although COVID-19 testing costs are supposed to be covered under most circumstances, some people have been getting large and confusing bills, including some for hundreds or thousands of dollars.
Labs across U.S. test for COVID Omicron variant
The U.S. is sequencing 80,000 positive PCR tests per week to test for variants and learn how fast the variant is spreading — and how infectious it is.
CDC offered free COVID tests to some flights from Southern Africa
The CDC expanded their variant surveillance over the weekend to four airports.
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Debt collectors can now DM you on social media
Consumer advocates say looser new federal rules could be harmful due to possible privacy violations.
Capital One ends overdraft fees for customers
The move comes as regulators threaten to crack down on banks that rely too heavily on such penalties for revenue.
Dow drops 900 points on news of first Omicron case in U.S.
Early stock market rally went thud Wednesday after CDC confirmed a California individual tested positive for the strain.
States offer jobless aid to workers fired over vaccine rules
Some GOP-led states now allow workers who get dismissed or who quit over a vaccine mandate to collect unemployment benefits.
Holiday gift out of stock? Heineken to offer free beer "IOU"
Consumers who can show that supply-chain snarls are foiling their gift giving have a chance to win free suds.
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2021 Atlantic hurricane season was the most expensive on record
There were 21 named storms in the Atlantic Ocean this year, including seven hurricanes.
Women's tennis tour suspends play in China over alleged censorship
"China's leaders have left the WTA with no choice," Wednesday's announcement said.
CDC confirms first case of Omicron variant in U.S.
An individual in California who had recently traveled to South Africa tested positive for the strain, the health agency said.
Russia warns U.S.: More diplomats will have to leave next year
It's a tit-for-tat response to the U.S. sending 55 Russian diplomats home, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said.
CDC offered free COVID tests to some flights from Southern Africa
The CDC expanded their variant surveillance over the weekend to four airports.
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Music legend Clarence Avant's wife shot and killed in Beverly Hills home
The 81-year-old, known for her philanthropy work in the Los Angeles area, died early Wednesday morning.
Here's what you need to know about a possible MLB lockout
Professional baseball players want higher pay and to stop teams from "tanking" during the season.
Alec Baldwin says he "didn't pull the trigger" in fatal "Rust" shooting
The actor said the shooting was the worst thing that has ever happened to him.
"The Daily Show" host Trevor Noah is returning to host the Grammys
The announcement was made Wednesday on "CBS Mornings."
Trevor Noah hosts the Grammy Awards again
Emmy Award-winning "The Daily Show" host and comedian Trevor Noah is back to host the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Noah joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss why he's excited to host again, how he approaches his monologue, and what's it like being back in the studio for "The Daily Show."
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Boise is least affordable housing market, study says
Some of the least affordable housing markets in the U.S. are not what you'd expect. Mark Strassmann takes a look at the housing boom in Boise, Idaho.
Debt collectors can now DM you on social media
Consumer advocates say looser new federal rules could be harmful due to possible privacy violations.
Teens have easier access to drugs as illegal trade booms on social media
Drug dealers are leveraging social media to reach teenagers.
NASA spacewalk delayed due to debris threat
A scheduled spacewalk outside the International Space Station to fix a bad antenna was postponed after NASA said the risk of astronauts being struck by debris was too high.
Illegal drug trade thrives on social media
A CBS News investigation found that the sale of illegal drugs is booming on social media, making access easier for teenagers. Tom Hanson reports.
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2021 Atlantic hurricane season was the most expensive on record
There were 21 named storms in the Atlantic Ocean this year, including seven hurricanes.
First case of Omicron variant reported in U.S.
The White House is preparing to impose more restrictions on travelers coming to the U.S. as the Omicron variant has been identified in California. Plus, conservatives are considering shutting down the government over the Biden administration's vaccine mandate. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave and Politico national political correspondent Meridith McGraw join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the latest.
U.S. faces potential spread of Omicron variant
The first case of the Omicron variant has been detected in the U.S. Health officials are trying to ease concerns, saying vaccines do give some protection against the new strain. Dr. Celine Gounder joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the latest COVID-19 variant and how people can protect themselves.
Dr. Fauci on first Omicron case detected in U.S.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Joe Biden's chief medical adviser, took questions from reporters at a White House briefing on the first case of the Omicron coronavirus variant detected in the U.S. Watch his remarks.
Travelers into U.S. may face new requirement
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention may tighten COVID-19 testing requirements for travelers coming into the U.S. with cases of the Omicron variant reported in at least 20 countries and territories. "CBS Mornings" lead national correspondent David Begnaud reports how scientists are working to understand the new strain, and Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and assistant professor at Columbia University Medical Center, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
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Music legend Clarence Avant's wife shot and killed in Beverly Hills home
The 81-year-old, known for her philanthropy work in the Los Angeles area, died early Wednesday morning.
Man testifies that Jussie Smollett paid him to "fake beat him up"
Smollett, 39, faces six counts of disorderly conduct and is accused of lying to police about the 2019 incident.
Death toll rises in Michigan school shooting
A fourth student died from his injuries after a gunman opened fire at a Michigan high school. The suspected gunman is 15 years old but being charged as an adult. Nancy Chen has more details.
School shooting suspect charged with murder
A 15-year-old was charged with four counts of first-degree murder and one count of terrorism causing death in Tuesday's deadly school shooting in Michigan, officials announced Wednesday. The lead prosecutor said there is a "mountain of digital evidence" to suggest the shooting was premeditated. Watch the press conference.
Suspect held after deadly school shooting
Three people are dead and another eight injured after a shooting at a Michigan high school. Police have a 15-year-old suspect in custody, but he is refusing to cooperate with authorities. WWJ-AM News Radio reporter Mike Campbell joins CBSN with the latest details in this developing story.
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Space
NASA spacewalk delayed due to debris threat
A scheduled spacewalk outside the International Space Station to fix a bad antenna was postponed after NASA said the risk of astronauts being struck by debris was too high.
NASA reschedules spacewalk due to possible risk from space debris
An overnight "debris notification" prompted NASA to delay the spacewalk. It wasn't immediately clear if the alert was linked to a recent Russian weapon test that unleashed a cloud of debris.
NASA moves ahead with December launch for Hubble successor
NASA cleared engineers to begin fueling the $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope for launch December 22.
Russian docking module launched to space station
The module will use a Russian "space tug" to rendezvous with the space station Friday.
NASA launches spacecraft to deflect asteroid
On Wednesday morning, NASA launched DART, a spacecraft designed to smash into an asteroid to deflect its course. Mark Strassmann reports on the groundbreaking planetary defense mission.
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Evidence in the Amy Mullis corn rake murder case
A look inside the case against Todd Mullis, a Iowa farmer accused of killing his wife with a farm tool.
Patrick De La Cerda murder: Inside the case
In 2018, the Deltona, Florida, man was newly engaged and planning for his wedding until he was tragically gunned down at his home.
It's been 50 years since the infamous Attica prison riot
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Ring in the holiday season by streaming these festive films.
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Being Different in the Delta
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series explores the history of anti-Asian racism in Mississippi's Delta region and a new generation that's demanding change.
Jan. 6 panel recommends contempt for Jeffrey Clark
The House committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol advanced a measure to hold Jeffrey Clark in criminal contempt for failing to comply with a subpoena. However, the former Justice Department official may have one last chance to avoid potential prosecution. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the details of the vote.
Operation Warm gives coats to kids in need
The nonprofit Operation Warm has manufactured more than 4 million coats for children in need over the past two decades. The coats are paid for by donations. Nikki Battiste shares more.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series examines the backlash to so-called critical race theory in schools and the impact on students and teachers.
Boise is least affordable housing market, study says
Some of the least affordable housing markets in the U.S. are not what you'd expect. Mark Strassmann takes a look at the housing boom in Boise, Idaho.