U.S. border agents apprehend 1,000 migrant children in 5 days
The Trump administration is warning of being on the "cusp of a major influx" of unauthorized migration of children to the U.S. southern border.
Immigration
New rule to require certain travelers to pay bonds to enter U.S.
The State Department said the rules are designed to send "a message" to certain countries whose citizens have high rates of remaining in the U.S. after their visas have expired.
New report details Trump effort to seize private land for border wall
The Justice Department has filed more than 100 lawsuits against landowners to seize their property along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Biden taps Alejandro Mayorkas as first immigrant to lead DHS
Mayorkas, a Cuban immigrant who arrived in the U.S. as a political refugee, would also become the first Latino to lead the department.
Judge says border agents can't use COVID-19 order to expel migrant kids
The Trump administration has expelled more than 9,000 unaccompanied migrant children from the southern border, citing a pandemic-era public health order.
Judge rules Wolf did not have authority to restrict DACA
The ruling could allow hundreds of thousands of teenage and young adult immigrants to apply for DACA, which would protect them from deportation.
Revised U.S. citizenship civics test includes more questions
Starting in December, immigrants seeking to become U.S. citizens will have to correctly answer at least 12 of 20 questions on American civics.
Biden plans sweeping reversal of Trump's immigration agenda
With his defeat, Trump's immigration policy changes are now vulnerable — and Biden's team is eager to begin the process of undoing most of them.
Judge blocks Trump's "public charge" wealth test for green cards
The so-called "public charge" rule gives officials more power to deny green card petitions from applicants determined to be likely to use public benefits.
How Trump used COVID-19 to shut U.S. borders to migrant minors
Public health officials at the CDC objected to an order that has authorized the expulsions of thousands of migrant children without court hearings or asylum screenings.
Texas facility now holding soon-to-be expelled migrant families
The families are being processed under an emergency COVID-19 policy that authorizes their swift removal from the U.S. without a court hearing or asylum interview.
Migrant families face "many dangers" along U.S. border
With immigration courts closed over coronavirus concerns, some refugees are left waiting just outside the U.S. southern border for more than a year.
New documents reveal chaos behind Trump's family separation policy
"We had a shortage last night of beds for babies," one official wrote as migrant children were being separated from their mothers as early as 2017.
DHS chief claims some deported parents "have chosen to separate" from their kids
Wolf was asked about a recent court filing that said 545 parents who were separated from their children at the southern border have yet to be located.
DHS employees urge leadership to rescind "illegal gag order" on leaks
One employee was "deeply disturbed" by a department directive to report colleagues suspected of leaking: "That's something that autocracies foster."
Trump: Separated children were "so well taken care of"
But thousands of migrant children allegedly suffered sexual abuse in U.S. custody, according to HHS documents released last year.
ICE moves to quickly deport more immigrants without court hearings
The Trump administration has instructed deportation agents to expand a policy that had long been limited to border areas.
Hundreds of parents separated from kids at the border remain "unreachable"
Advocates are on the ground in Central America looking for the "unreachable" parents of 545 children who could be eligible for court-mandated reunifications.
Supreme Court agrees to hear challenges to Trump immigration policies
The Supreme Court will likely hear the two cases in 2021, though a change in presidential administrations could render the disputes moot.
Supreme Court to hear case over congressional seat count
President Trump wants to exclude undocumented immigrants from the count used to award each state seats in Congress.
He's fighting deportation, while his wife battles COVID-19 as a nurse
The U.S. citizen wife of a Pakistani immigrant is imploring ICE to halt his imminent deportation.
Border arrests rise for fifth consecutive month
Citing a little-known public health law, the Trump administration has carried out more than 204,000 expulsions of unauthorized migrants during the pandemic.
Immigrant mother says she's grateful to be in America
Much has changed in a year, but the family that escaped threats in their home country still faces an uncertain future in the U.S.
Moderator Susan Page reveals "big" topic missed during VP debate
Page said she chose nine topics for the debate based on the questions of "What do voters want to hear?" and "What can help a voter make up their mind?"
U.S. unveils restrictions on H-1B foreign work visas
Experts and officials say it is the broadest overhaul of a program that the Trump administration says displaces U.S. workers.
World
U.K. official says "The Crown" should have "fiction" warning
"Without this, I fear a generation of viewers who did not live through these events may mistake fiction for fact," said culture secretary Oliver Dowden.
Transcript: David Beasley on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Beasley, Executive Director for the UN World Food Programme, that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
F1 driver escapes horrific crash at Bahrain Grand Prix
Romain Grosjean was stuck inside the flaming wreck for nearly 10 seconds before somehow finding a way out.
Transcript: Deborah Birx on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Poland protests continue over abortion ruling, police violence
An October 22 ruling by the Polish constitutional court to ban abortions of fetuses with congenital defects, even when the fetus has no chance of survival at birth, sparked the protests.
Wilton Gregory becomes the first Black American cardinal
If you've heard of Gregory, it might have been this summer, as Black Lives Matter protesters marched through the capital.
Iran's supreme leader vows revenge for scientist's killing
Iran has blamed the slaying of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh on Israel.
Margaret Thatcher biographer on what "The Crown" gets right and wrong
Actress Gillian Anderson is earning stellar reviews for her portrayal of Thatcher, reintroducing the polarizing figure and her legacy to a new generation.
Ethiopia's Tigray capital reported to be "heavily bombarded"
"I invite everyone to pray for Ethiopia where armed clashes have intensified and are causing a serious humanitarian situation," Pope Francis tweeted.
Scientist who allegedly led Iran's military nuke program killed
Israel alleged Mohsen Fakhrizadeh led the Islamic Republic's military nuclear program until its disbanding in the early 2000s.
South Korean lawmaker says Kim Jong Un ordered new executions
South Korea's spy agency told lawmakers North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered at least two people executed, a lawmaker said.
First Black American Cardinal hopes to begin on "positive" note with Biden
Gregory called it "baffling" and "reprehensible" when President Trump visited the St John Paul II National Shrine in Washington, a day after protesters were forced away for his photo op.
Thousands of mink culled over COVID fears rise from mass grave
Police in Denmark say thousands of the dead animals were pushed back up through the soil by pressure caused by gasses from decomposition.
Ireland declares Santa's work "essential" so he can dodge quarantine
Foreign Minister Simon Coveney reassured kids that even with a "very, very different Christmas in 2020, the visit of Santa Claus will be something that will remain consistent."
U.S. troops in Syria mark Thanksgiving with kebabs and soccer
While this Thanksgiving celebration was very different from past ones at home, U.S. service members say there's still plenty to feel grateful for.
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U.K. official says "The Crown" should have "fiction" warning
"Without this, I fear a generation of viewers who did not live through these events may mistake fiction for fact," said culture secretary Oliver Dowden.
Transcript: David Beasley on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Beasley, Executive Director for the UN World Food Programme, that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
F1 driver escapes horrific crash at Bahrain Grand Prix
Romain Grosjean was stuck inside the flaming wreck for nearly 10 seconds before somehow finding a way out.
Transcript: Deborah Birx on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Poland protests continue over abortion ruling, police violence
An October 22 ruling by the Polish constitutional court to ban abortions of fetuses with congenital defects, even when the fetus has no chance of survival at birth, sparked the protests.
U.S.
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Biden-Harris announce all-female communications staff
"These qualified, experienced communicators bring diverse perspectives to their work and a shared commitment to building this country back better," Mr. Biden said in a statement
NYC public elementary schools to begin reopening on December 7
Public schools closed on November 19 when the city reached a seven-day COVID-19 positivity average of 3%, but de Blasio said Sunday that metric will no longer be used.
Gottlieb says shorter quarantine would capture "vast majority" of cases
Gottlieb said the government needs to "balance the practicality of what you're recommending with people's ability and willingness to comply with it."
Transcript: David Beasley on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Beasley, Executive Director for the UN World Food Programme, that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Claire Babineaux-Fontenot on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, Feeding America CEO, that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Politics
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Biden-Harris announce all-female communications staff
"These qualified, experienced communicators bring diverse perspectives to their work and a shared commitment to building this country back better," Mr. Biden said in a statement
NYC public elementary schools to begin reopening on December 7
Public schools closed on November 19 when the city reached a seven-day COVID-19 positivity average of 3%, but de Blasio said Sunday that metric will no longer be used.
Gottlieb says shorter quarantine would capture "vast majority" of cases
Gottlieb said the government needs to "balance the practicality of what you're recommending with people's ability and willingness to comply with it."
Transcript: David Beasley on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Beasley, Executive Director for the UN World Food Programme, that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Claire Babineaux-Fontenot on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, Feeding America CEO, that aired Sunday, November 29, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Entertainment
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U.K. official says "The Crown" should have "fiction" warning
"Without this, I fear a generation of viewers who did not live through these events may mistake fiction for fact," said culture secretary Oliver Dowden.
George Clooney: Down to Earth
The actor-director, who returns to the world of sci-fi with the post-apocalyptic thriller "The Midnight Sky," talks about how marriage and fatherhood has changed his perspective
George Clooney: Down to Earth
Actor-director George Clooney returns to the world of sci-fi with his latest futuristic drama, the post-apocalyptic thriller "The Midnight Sky," He talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about shooting in Iceland; how marriage and fatherhood has changed his perspective; and does he really cut his own hair?
Meryl Streep, Dianne Wiest and Candice Bergen on "Let Them All Talk"
Three remarkable actresses share the screen in a new film from director Steven Soderbergh, an exercise in improvisation, about three friends in their 70s
Meryl Streep, Candice Bergen and Dianne Wiest on "Let Them All Talk"
Three remarkable actress – Academy Award-winners Meryl Streep and Dianne Wiest, and Emmy Award-winner Candice Bergen – share the screen in a new film by director Steven Soderbergh, "Let Them All Talk," an exercise in improvisation, in which its actors were required to create much of the dialogue themselves. Correspondent Rita Braver talks with the trio about the rarity of starring in a major Hollywood film about three women in their 70s.
Technology
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More PS5 and Xbox Series X game consoles coming to retailers
Two of the holiday season's most-wanted gifts sold out fast, but more devices may be available for Black Friday.
Amazon to spend $500 million on holiday bonuses for workers
Critics say the ecommerce giant, which had revenue of $96 billion last quarter, has skimped on pandemic "hazard" pay.
Not dead yet: RadioShack gets another shot -- online
New owners hope to make "The Shack" competitive again -- this time online, rather than on street corners or in malls.
SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
DoorDash to pay $2.5 million for allegedly misusing worker tips
Prosecutor says the food delivery company misled consumers about how gratuities were used.
Science
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Are we making raccoons smarter?
The black-masked critters that teach themselves how to break into trash bins are the perfect urban survivalists, and we have ourselves to thank for that
COVID-19 vaccine breakthroughs: What happens now?
The latest promising advances in coronavirus vaccines are now posing more questions – about the logistics required to safely transport an approved vaccine, who will get it, and how to combat vaccine skepticism
Pet cloning: Man's best friend, again
When their 12-year-old dog Marley was diagnosed with cancer, the Tschirhart family couldn't bear to say goodbye, so they turned to ViaGen Pets, a company that has cloned hundreds of animals for a multitude of grateful owners
Nature Up Close: Wild turkeys and hope
The successful reintroduction of wild birds in areas where populations had been decimated are a reminder that it is possible to repair past mistakes
SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
Health
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Gottlieb says shorter quarantine would capture "vast majority" of cases
Gottlieb said the government needs to "balance the practicality of what you're recommending with people's ability and willingness to comply with it."
Dr. Jon LaPook on his personal pet peeves
The CBS News chief medical correspondent reveals what irritations push his buttons – and whether one should push back
COVID-19 vaccine breakthroughs: What happens now?
The latest promising advances in coronavirus vaccines are now posing more questions – about the logistics required to safely transport an approved vaccine, who will get it, and how to combat vaccine skepticism
L.A. public health director: Avoid those outside your household
Los Angeles County's strict stay-at-home order is set to go into effect Monday, November 30.
Colorado Governor announces he has tested positive for COVID-19
"I urge every Coloradan to practice caution, limit public interactions, wear a mask in public, stay six feet away from others, and wash your hands regularly," Polis said.
MoneyWatch
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"Small Business Saturday" more important than ever, owners say
If shoppers don't support small businesses, they'll start to disappear from the communities they serve, owners say.
How to shop at Black-owned businesses over the holidays
Websites like Official Black Wall Street or WeBuyBlack can help consumers find companies to support.
Black Friday crowds thin as shoppers go online to avoid virus
Consumers largely skipped in-person shopping, with estimates pegging online sales for the day at $10 billion.
Nearly 19 million Americans could lose their homes next year
Millions of households are behind on their rent and face a potential "fiscal cliff" early next year.
Amazon to spend $500 million on holiday bonuses for workers
Critics say the ecommerce giant, which had revenue of $96 billion last quarter, has skimped on pandemic "hazard" pay.
Crime
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Can new info help solve the case of missing college student Kristin Smart?
More than two decades after her disappearance, a podcaster turns up the heat to help solve the case.
Was backyard beeping coming from a missing teen's watch?
A popular podcast raises intriguing questions about the disappearance of college freshman Kristin Smart
"48 Hours" podcast: "My Life of Crime" with Erin Moriarty
An immersive, true-crime podcast for fans of "48 Hours"
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma pleads guilty in criminal case
The OxyContin maker admitted impeding the DEA's efforts to combat the addiction crisis.
Drugs and ammo seized in Calif., 3 charged in "blow" to major cartel
The DEA agent in charge called the arrests and seizure of $3.5 million in cash "gained through selling death here in our community" a "blow to the Mexican Cartels."
Space
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SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
China launches ambitious lunar sample return mission
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will be the first in 44 years to bring lunar samples to Earth.
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.
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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
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CBSN Originals: "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.
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.
New COVID-19 restrictions are put in place worldwide
Across the world, countries are putting in place new restrictions as coronavirus cases increase. Elizabeth Palmer reports from London, where crowds are protesting lockdown measures.
"CBS Weekend News" headlines for November 29, 2020
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with Jamie Yuccas.
Who are Biden's top choices for HHS?
The coronavirus pandemic has put extra focus on President-elect Joe Biden's pick for his health and human services secretary. The Biden transition team has declined to give any specifics on candidates. Alice Ollstein, a health care reporter for POLITICO, joins CBSN to discuss Mr. Biden's potential picks and more.