2 wounded in Black Friday shooting at mall in Little Rock, Arkansas
The shooting occurred Friday afternoon at Park Plaza in Little Rock, Arkansas. Both victims are expected to make full recoveries, police said.
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Prosecutor declines charges in ATF shooting of Little Rock airport director
Pulaski County Prosecutor Will Jones said in a letter to ATF that no charges in the shooting would be filed after reviewing the Arkansas State Police investigation.
Dear David: Barista on act of kindness
In a new series, "Dear David," "CBS Mornings" lead national correspondent David Begnaud shares feel-good stories about regular people doing extraordinary things. In this one, a barista shares how a customer's unexpected $200 tip helped her honor her mother.
Arkansas airport executive director dies after Little Rock home shootout
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said agents were trying to serve the warrant just after 6 a.m. at a home in west Little Rock when someone inside the home fired gunshots.
Deadly tornadoes rip through South, Midwest
Dozens of tornadoes tore through the South and Midwest, killing at least 33 people. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBS News from one of the hardest hit communities of Little Rock, Arkansas.
5 killed after small plane crashes in Arkansas
Officials in Little Rock, Arkansas, are investigating the cause of a plane crash that killed all five people on board. Those killed all worked for the same consulting firm.
5 killed in small plane crash in Little Rock, Arkansas
All five people aboard were employees of an environmental consultant company.
Chief Justice John Roberts: Judges' safety 'essential' to court system
Chief Justice John Roberts is praising programs that protect judges, saying that "we must support judges by ensuring their safety.".
Arkansas biker with backpack full of gasoline ignites during traffic stop
An Arkansas motorcyclist is expected to survive after he was engulfed by a fireball during a traffic stop.
Man charged with buying stolen human remains
Police initially found what they described as older human remains including full skeletons that they determined were legally obtained, but authorities say others were stolen from a mortuary in Arkansas and sold.
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Food for the heart
People don't just go to Little Rock's "Arkansas Heart Hospital" for cardiac care. Many go for a hearty meal. CBS News' Adriana Diaz reports.
Little Rock Nine anniversary
It was 60 years ago Monday that nine African American children entered an all-white high school in Little Rock - after the Supreme Court declared separate schools for blacks and whites unconstitutional. The eight survivors recalled that milestone in civil rights history, and said the battle is not over. Jericka Duncan reports.
Driver shoots 3-year-old
A manhunt is underway for the killer of a toddler during an alleged road rage shooting. Three-year-old Acen King died Saturday night. He was shopping with his grandmother and little brother in Little Rock, Arkansas. Jericka Duncan reports.
Bridge explosion fails
Demolition crews triggered explosives Tuesday to bring down the Broadway Bridge in Little Rock, Arkansas. But the structure's arch and bridge deck remained intact.
Twelfth-seeded Yale pulled off their first tournament win in school history, upsetting fifth-seeded Bayler
Twelfth-seeded Yale pulled off their first tournament win in school history, upsetting fifth-seeded Bayler. Meanwhile, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock upended Purdue in double overtime. CBS Sports' Brent Stover joins CBSN to break down the action so far in March Madness and what we can expect from Day 2.
David Goldstein has been a friend of realtor Beverly Carter for years
David Goldstein has been a friend of realtor Beverly Carter for years. Goldstein and friends are in mourning a day after hearing the news of her death.
At Little Rock Zoo in Arkansas, a child was injured after he fell over the railing, into the jaguar exhibit and was attacked by the animals
At Little Rock Zoo in Arkansas, a child was injured after he fell over the railing, into the jaguar exhibit and was attacked by the animals. KTHV-TV's Alyssa Raymond reports.
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Mass coronavirus vaccine distribution plan underway; Arkansas family harassed over "Black Santa" decorations
Family harassed over "Black Santa" decorations
An African American family in Little Rock, Arkansas, received an anonymous letter penned from Santa, asking the family to take down "Black Santa" decorations installed at their house. Adriana Diaz has more.
Black Santas pop up in Little Rock after family gets racist note
"Please remove your Christmas yard decoration," the letter said, signed by Santa.
How a 7-year-old won the battle to make female toy soldiers
"I've never gotten a letter from a child like that before," one toy manufacturer said.
6-year-old girl fights to get female army men added to the toy military
When Vivian Lord noticed there weren't any women among the plastic army men, she decided to take action
Beto O'Rourke visits gun show in Arkansas, NRA responds
NRA mocked the Texas Democrat's standing the polls, and O'Rourke responded with poll numbers about "70% of Americans support an assault weapons ban"
Trudy, the oldest gorilla in captivity, dies at 63 in Arkansas
According to her keepers, Trudy was the "boss lady"
Fresh crew takes off on flight to International Space Station
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
Partial shutdown looms after Senate fails to advance DHS funding
The Senate failed to advance a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, paving the way for another partial government shutdown without a last-minute breakthrough.
Another U.S. aircraft carrier expected to head to Middle East, officials say
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and its escort ships are expected to head to the Middle East, three U.S. officials told CBS News, adding a second aircraft carrier to the region as U.S.-Iran tensions simmer.
DOJ drops charges against men accused of assaulting ICE, citing "inconsistent" evidence
The Justice Department moved to drop charges against two men charged with assaulting ICE officers, citing "newly discovered evidence" that was "materially inconsistent" with the allegations.
Ruemmler resigning as Goldman Sachs' general counsel after appearing in Epstein files
Kathryn Ruemmler served as White House counsel under former President Barack Obama.
Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves 2 dead, 1 wounded
Two people are dead and another wounded after a shooting in a South Carolina State University residential complex, the school says.
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Gisèle Pelicot recounts ex-husband's "unthinkable" crimes in first U.S. TV interview
In a conversation to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" Feb. 15, Gisèle Pelicot discusses how she has moved on in her life after testifying against her ex-husband in a notorious mass rape trial in France.
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Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves 2 dead, 1 wounded
Two people are dead and another is wounded after a shooting in a South Carolina State University residential complex, the school says.
Ruemmler resigning as Goldman Sachs' general counsel after appearing in Epstein files
Kathryn Ruemmler served as White House counsel under former President Barack Obama.
CBP officer allegedly harbored unauthorized immigrant who was also his girlfriend and niece
The Justice Department alleges that CBP officer and supervisor Andres Wilkinson had been living in Laredo, Texas, with a woman who had overstayed her visa and is now in the U.S. illegally.
U.S. men's hockey team cruises to 5-1 win over Latvia
In the easy win, Brock Nelson scored twice for the U.S., four players had two assists apiece and there was production up and down the lineup.
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Sex workers in Nevada fighting to become first in U.S. to unionize
Nevada is the only state where people can legally purchase sex, and now sex workers at one of the state's oldest brothels, Sheri's Ranch, are fighting to become the first in the U.S. to unionize.
At 87, he can't afford his rent without a roommate. He's far from alone.
More than 1 million Americans over 65 lived with roommates they aren't related to in 2024 — a 16% increase from 2019.
Americans paid nearly 90% of Trump's 2025 tariffs, new analysis found
Americans, not foreign exporters, shouldered nearly the costs from the Trump administration's tariffs last year, according to the New York Fed.
Trump admin moves to end "universally hated" start/stop feature for cars
The EPA said it will end credits for the start/stop feature, which shuts off gas engines when cars are idle to save fuel.
FTC warns Apple's Tim Cook over alleged political bias in Apple News app
The Federal Trade Commission sent a letter to Tim Cook one day after President Trump circulated a report raising questions about Apple News' practices.
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Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
Another U.S. aircraft carrier expected to head to Middle East, officials say
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and its escort ships are expected to head to the Middle East, three U.S. officials told CBS News, adding a second aircraft carrier to the region as U.S.-Iran tensions simmer.
Ruemmler resigning as Goldman Sachs' general counsel after appearing in Epstein files
Kathryn Ruemmler served as White House counsel under former President Barack Obama.
Gov. Moore dismisses Trump's "not worthy" snub: "I will bow down to no one"
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore shrugged off President Trump's claim that he was "not worthy" to attend an annual White House dinner, telling CBS News Mr. Trump does "not determine my worthiness."
CBP officer allegedly harbored unauthorized immigrant who was also his girlfriend and niece
The Justice Department alleges that CBP officer and supervisor Andres Wilkinson had been living in Laredo, Texas, with a woman who had overstayed her visa and is now in the U.S. illegally.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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U.S. men's hockey team cruises to 5-1 win over Latvia
In the easy win, Brock Nelson scored twice for the U.S., four players had two assists apiece and there was production up and down the lineup.
Madison Chock says ice dance judges should "be vetted and reviewed"
Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates, considered the favorites, placed second in the 2026 Winter Olympics. France's Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron took home gold.
American Chloe Kim wins silver in women's halfpipe, misses Olympic three-peat
Chloe Kim has fallen short in her bid to become the first Olympic snowboarder to win three consecutive gold medals.
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Gisèle Pelicot recounts ex-husband's "unthinkable" crimes in first U.S. TV interview
In a conversation to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" Feb. 15, Gisèle Pelicot discusses how she has moved on in her life after testifying against her ex-husband in a notorious mass rape trial in France.
CIA releases new video aiming to recruit Chinese military officers
The CIA has released a new Mandarin-language recruitment video aimed at Chinese military officers, hoping to persuade those disenchanted with corruption to turn to the U.S.
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Constance Zimmer on "The Lincoln Lawyer"
Constance Zimmer, who stars in the new season of "The Lincoln Lawyer," talks about how she channels her powerful character in the series and why it's important for her to always make her characters relatable.
James Van Der Beek dies after cancer battle
James Van Der Beek, known for starring in "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," died Wednesday at the age of 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. Vladimir Duthiers reports on the beloved actor's career.
"Dawson's Creek" co-stars remember James Van Der Beek: "One in a billion"
Katie Holmes and Busy Philipps are among the "Dawson's Creek" cast members sharing memories of James Van Der Beek after his death at age 48.
James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, star of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," has died at age 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media. Carter Evans has more on his life and career.
Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life
James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
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FTC warns Apple's Tim Cook over alleged political bias in Apple News app
The Federal Trade Commission sent a letter to Tim Cook one day after President Trump circulated a report raising questions about Apple News' practices.
Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
Many are questioning how Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest surveillance footage was recovered days after officials said it was disconnected with no active subscription to store video.
TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
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Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
Shooting at South Carolina State University leaves 2 dead, 1 wounded
Two people are dead and another is wounded after a shooting in a South Carolina State University residential complex, the school says.
FBI shares photos of backpack in Guthrie case
The FBI on Thursday shared photos of a backpack and new details about a masked man seen on Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward
Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
No official comment on tent at Guthrie home
A white tent was set up on Nancy Guthrie's front porch Thursday morning. It's the spot where doorbell camera footage captured images of a masked, gloved intruder. Authorities have not yet commented on the tent's purpose. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
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Replacement space station crew takes off on 8-month mission
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Wes Moore reacts to Trump's "not worthy" snub
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told Norah O'Donnell that he "will bow down to no one," dismissing President Trump's decision to exclude him from the annual National Governors Association meeting and dinner at the White House. Watch Moore's full conversation with O'Donnell during a town hall airing Sunday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Professor holds student's baby during class
After a new mom's childcare plans fell through during her senior year of college, a kind professor stepped in to help. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
87-year-old lives with roommate to help cover rent
More than 1 million Americans over the age of 65 lived with roommates they aren't related to in 2024 -- a 16% increase from 2019. Elaine Quijano spoke to two of them in New York City.
Measles outbreak at Florida university climbs
Measles cases at Ave Maria University near Naples, Florida, continue to soar, with the outbreak climbing to nearly 60 cases this week. Cristian Benavides reports.