Texas customer sues over $9,000 power bill during blackout
Woman claims power provider is breaking Texas price-gouging law with sky-high charges during state's deep-freeze outages.
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GameStop shares up 250% in two days. Here we go again?
The "meme stock" is surging again, reprising last month's dizzying rally in the videogame seller's shares.
Many COVID patients face staggering hospital bills
Even people who have insurance are often left with huge tabs, which can vary depending on the state they live in. One survivor calls the numbers "insane."
Unemployment claims remains stuck at high level
Some 730,000 people applied for jobless aid last week, the fewest in months but still above Great Recession levels.
Higher death toll at private equity-owned nursing homes, study finds
Cuts to nursing staff and higher use of antipsychotic medications may harm patient care, researchers find.
Businesses oppose N. Dakota bill that would ban mask mandates
Proposal to ban organizations from requiring people to wear facial coverings is drawing fire from local businesses.
CVS booking vaccination slots for 570,000 in 17 states
Chain expands locations offering immunization shots to Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Moderna predicts $18.4 billion in COVID-19 vaccine sales in 2021
By comparison, the biotech company's total revenue last year was less than $1 billion. What a difference a pandemic makes.
Child care workers earn poverty-level wages in 40 states
Early childhood educators earn a national median wage of $11.65 an hour, said a report calling for government funding.
Blackouts push Texas to consider something new: Regulation
"We're victims of our own attempt to let free market forces work," said one lawmaker investigating last week's outages.
Women who lost jobs due to COVID turn to food delivery platforms
Women are making up increasing numbers of the delivery workforce for apps like Instacart, UberEats and DoorDash.
Fewer Americans might get a $1,400 stimulus check
As lawmakers debate the next round of stimulus aid, some want to limit the number of people who would get a check.
USPS says Oshkosh will build many as 165,000 new mail trucks
The new vehicles, part of USPS' goal to be more environmentally friendly, are getting mixed reviews for looks.
What to do if you didn't get a stimulus check
Americans may still have options if they didn't receive a payment in the first two rounds of emergency relief.
Fry's, the funky electronics chain, is closing its doors
The go-to chain for tech tinkerers looking for obscure parts and outlandish themes at some of its stores says the pandemic did it in. But it was already struggling.
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Manhattan district attorney obtains Trump's long-sought tax records
Prosecutors executed a search warrant for the records on Monday, a spokesman said.
Deputies say gangs exist within Los Angeles Sheriff's Department
The deputies claim the most prevalent are the Banditos.
Capitol riot suspect texted his ex. She reported him to the FBI.
Richard Michetti was arrested for his alleged conduct at the Capitol January 6 after his ex shared with law enforcement texts and videos he'd sent her during the attack.
Ex-U.S. Olympics gymnastics coach charged with sexual assault
John Geddert was head coach of the 2012 U.S. women's Olympic gymnastics team, which won a gold medal.
Pfizer COVID vaccine found 94% effective in real-world study
Even after one dose, the vaccine proved very effective at preventing serious illness and death.
House poised to pass sweeping LGBTQ rights bill
The Equality Act would ban discrimination against people based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Watch Live: Dr. Fauci answers COVID vaccine questions in CBSN special
Top officials including Dr. Anthony Fauci and FEMA Administrator Bob Fenton join the CBSN special, "A Shot of Hope: Vaccine Questions Answered."
GameStop shares up 250% in two days. Here we go again?
The "meme stock" is surging again, reprising last month's dizzying rally in the videogame seller's shares.
Marjorie Taylor Greene slammed for hanging anti-trans sign outside office
Greene hung the sign outside her office after Rep. Marie Newman, who has a trans daughter, hung a transgender pride flag outside of her own.
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The gardener by the Bay
Katie Delwiche's San Francisco gardening business is focused on growth — of her plants and in her clients' lives.
How to avoid getting buried in holiday debt
Consumers with credit card debt are willing to pile on even more during the holidays — that's a mistake, one expert says.
Behind on your rent or mortgage? Here's what to do
Renters should check local protections against evictions, while mortgage holders can negotiate with their servicer.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
A restaurant with a heart of gold and nerves of steel
Conscious Eatery in Seattle gives away one meal for every meal purchased. Not even a pandemic could stop that.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
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Major construction work seen at secretive Israeli nuclear facility
Satellite imagery indicates construction at the facility at the center of the nuclear weapons program that Israel refuses to confirm even exists.
Law allows Israeli authorities to ID COVID vaccine refusers
Under the new legislation, local authorities, the Education Ministry and welfare service can ask for personal info on anyone who has declined the vaccine.
Pfizer COVID vaccine found 94% effective in real-world study
Even after one dose, the vaccine proved very effective at preventing serious illness and death.
Biden rescinds Trump's pandemic-era ban on certain immigrant visas
Former President Trump said the restrictions were necessary to prevent new immigrants from competing with U.S. workers in the labor market during the coronavirus recession.
Pro-junta group attacks protesters as Myanmar crisis escalates
Police were seen standing without intervening as a group lauding the military takeover attacked anti-coup protesters in Yangon.
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Lady Gaga's dog walker shot as 2 of her dogs were stolen
The singer is offering a $500,000 reward for their safe return, a spokesperson for Lady Gaga confirmed to CBS News.
Marjorie Taylor Greene slammed for hanging anti-trans sign outside office
Greene hung the sign outside her office after Rep. Marie Newman, who has a trans daughter, hung a transgender pride flag outside of her own.
Pilot reports "long, cylindrical object" zoom by flight
The FBI said it's aware of the incident, and the Pentagon said the military wasn't conducting any tests in the area that day.
Second volume of "Music For The Movement" set for release this week
Like its predecessor, "Black History Always" is an ode to the social justice movements of the past and present.
Moderna predicts $18.4 billion in COVID-19 vaccine sales in 2021
By comparison, the biotech company's total revenue last year was less than $1 billion. What a difference a pandemic makes.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene slammed for hanging anti-trans sign outside office
Greene hung the sign outside her office after Rep. Marie Newman, who has a trans daughter, hung a transgender pride flag outside of her own.
Manhattan district attorney obtains Trump's long-sought tax records
Prosecutors executed a search warrant for the records on Monday, a spokesman said.
AT&T opposes N. Dakota bill that would ban mask mandates
Proposal to ban organizations from requiring people to wear facial coverings is drawing fire from major businesses.
House poised to pass sweeping LGBTQ rights bill
The Equality Act would ban discrimination against people based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Women who lost jobs due to COVID turn to food delivery platforms
Women are making up increasing numbers of the delivery workforce for apps like Instacart, UberEats and DoorDash.
Entertainment
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Lady Gaga's dog walker shot as 2 of her dogs were stolen
The singer is offering a $500,000 reward for their safe return, a spokesperson for Lady Gaga confirmed to CBS News.
Second volume of "Music For The Movement" set for release this week
Like its predecessor, "Black History Always" is an ode to the social justice movements of the past and present.
DWI charges dropped against Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen pleaded guilty to having shots of tequila at a New Jersey beach where drinking is illegal, but he was cleared of DWI and reckless driving charges.
Drunken driving charge against Bruce Springsteen dropped
"I had two small shots of tequila," Springsteen said in response to questions from an assistant U.S. attorney.
Tiger Woods recovering after surgery for injuries in rollover crash
Woods, 45, underwent lengthy surgery for extensive injuries to his lower right leg, ankle and foot suffered in the crash, his organization said.
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Moderna predicts $18.4 billion in COVID-19 vaccine sales in 2021
By comparison, the biotech company's total revenue last year was less than $1 billion. What a difference a pandemic makes.
Mars rover beams back spectacular panorama
The rover's high-power Mastcam-Z dual camera instrument provides astonishingly detailed images of the red planet.
Texas customer sues over $9,000 power bill during blackout
Woman claims power provider is breaking Texas price-gouging law with sky-high charges during state's deep-freeze outages.
Fry's, the funky electronics chain, is closing its doors
The go-to chain for tech tinkerers looking for obscure parts and outlandish themes at some of its stores says the pandemic did it in. But it was already struggling.
Federal judge rules California can enforce net neutrality law
The law seeks to ban internet providers from slowing down customers' data streams.
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California's iconic redwoods threatened by climate change
California's coastal redwoods, some standing since before Julius Caesar ruled Rome, are in a fight for their lives.
Mars rover beams back spectacular panorama
The rover's high-power Mastcam-Z dual camera instrument provides astonishingly detailed images of the red planet.
CVS booking vaccination slots for 570,000 in 17 states
Chain expands locations offering immunization shots to Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine is effective, FDA says
FDA scientists confirmed that overall the vaccine is about 66% effective at preventing moderate to severe COVID-19, and even better at preventing hospitalizations and deaths.
NASA Mars rover's parachute contained a secret message
Eagle-eyed space enthusiasts spotted a hidden message in binary code within the pattern of the rover's parachute.
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Moderna predicts $18.4 billion in COVID-19 vaccine sales in 2021
By comparison, the biotech company's total revenue last year was less than $1 billion. What a difference a pandemic makes.
Watch Live: Dr. Fauci answers COVID vaccine questions in CBSN special
Top officials including Dr. Anthony Fauci and FEMA Administrator Bob Fenton join the CBSN special, "A Shot of Hope: Vaccine Questions Answered."
AT&T opposes N. Dakota bill that would ban mask mandates
Proposal to ban organizations from requiring people to wear facial coverings is drawing fire from major businesses.
California becomes first state to surpass 50,000 COVID deaths
More than 3.5 million people have been infected in California alone.
Law allows Israeli authorities to ID COVID vaccine refusers
Under the new legislation, local authorities, the Education Ministry and welfare service can ask for personal info on anyone who has declined the vaccine.
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Texas customer sues over $9,000 power bill during blackout
Woman claims power provider is breaking Texas price-gouging law with sky-high charges during state's deep-freeze outages.
GameStop shares up 250% in two days. Here we go again?
The "meme stock" is surging again, reprising last month's dizzying rally in the videogame seller's shares.
Many COVID patients face staggering hospital bills
Even people who have insurance are often left with huge tabs, which can vary depending on the state they live in. One survivor calls the numbers "insane."
Unemployment claims remains stuck at high level
Some 730,000 people applied for jobless aid last week, the fewest in months but still above Great Recession levels.
Higher death toll at private equity-owned nursing homes, study finds
Cuts to nursing staff and higher use of antipsychotic medications may harm patient care, researchers find.
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Lady Gaga's dog walker shot as 2 of her dogs were stolen
The singer is offering a $500,000 reward for their safe return, a spokesperson for Lady Gaga confirmed to CBS News.
Ex-U.S. Olympics gymnastics coach charged with sexual assault
John Geddert was head coach of the 2012 U.S. women's Olympic gymnastics team, which won a gold medal.
275 charged so far: What we know about the Capitol riot arrests
Prosecutors have charged around 275 people for their alleged roles in the riot.
Oath Keepers member accused of "crime of terrorism" at Capitol
Prosecutors have now raised "crime of terrorism" allegations against three Capitol rioters, which could lead to longer sentences if they are found guilty.
No charges for officers in Daniel Prude's death
The death of the 41-year-old Black man restrained by police during a mental health crisis drew protests in Rochester and across the country.
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Mars rover beams back spectacular panorama
The rover's high-power Mastcam-Z dual camera instrument provides astonishingly detailed images of the red planet.
NASA Mars rover's parachute contained a secret message
Eagle-eyed space enthusiasts spotted a hidden message in binary code within the pattern of the rover's parachute.
NASA rover sends video and audio from Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has sent back video of its descent and landing on Mars, as well as audio recorded on the red planet. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has details.
Mars rover captures first sounds recorded on another planet
Percy has captured the whirring sounds of Martian wind on the surface of the red planet for the very first time.
NASA releases extraordinary video of Mars landing
Engineers say the Perseverance rover is healthy and moving swiftly through initial checkout.
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"The Deliveryman Murders": How investigators connected the cases
Two men are shot and killed at their homes 2,800 miles apart by a man delivering a package – how a car full of clues helped solve the murders.
Photos: Rare snowfall blankets the Mediterranean
An unusual winter weather pattern brought snow to places that rarely see it.
Evidence photos: Reuschel attempted murder case
Mike Reuschel told police he and his wife Sue had been stabbed by an intruder, but she later told police her husband was the real assailant.
Ranking every Super Bowl, from worst to first
There have been some super games since 1967, but which one is the best?
TV shows canceled or ended in 2020
It was the end of the road for "Supernatural," "Hawaii Five-0," "Modern Family" and more.
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"Sunday Morning": 2/21 full episode
Ted Koppel sits down with community leaders and healthcare workers to explore the roots of COVID-19 vaccine skepticism. Plus: Seth Doane speaks to Paolo Fazioli; Chip Reid reports on the Columbian Harmony Cemetery in Washington, D.C.; Nancy Giles interviews Academy Award-winning actress Ellen Burstyn; Nicholas Thompson of The Atlantic Magazine tells the tale of the man who went by the name "Mostly Harmless"; Steve Hartman tells the story of a Pizza Hut deliveryman who got a big tip; Lee Cowan sits down with Cindy McCain; and David Sedaris on his trip to the Apple Store.
Assad and his regime's war crimes
Assad and his regime may never be prosecuted for the acts of terror he perpetrated against his own people during Syria's civil war. Scott Pelley reports for "60 Minutes" on the effort to gather and maintain the evidence against Assad.
Judges ask for better protection
Judge Esther Salas was in her New Jersey home when a gunman targeting Salas opened fire on her family, killing her son and wounding her husband. Now she's fighting for better protection of judges. Bill Whitaker reports for "60 Minutes."
QAnon's corrosive impact on the U.S.
Tens of millions of Americans believe QAnon's core — and false — theory that an evil cabal of Satan-worshipping elites commits atrocities against children and controls much of the world. Where does this movement stand and who has it impacted? Lesley Stahl reports for "60 Minutes."
Man who couldn't afford college donates $20M
Nearly 60 years ago, Calvin Tyler couldn't afford college and dropped out of Morgan State University, an HBCU, to become a UPS driver. He went on to become a top executive at the company. This week, he donated $20 million to help other students go to that same school.