Democrat John Whitmire wins Houston mayoral runoff
The Democratic state senator defeated longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee in the mayoral runoff election.
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Sandy Hook families offer to settle Alex Jones $1.5 billion legal debt
Families of those killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting have made an offer to Alex Jones to pay only a fraction of the $1.5 billion in legal judgments they won against him.
D.J. Hayden, former NFL cornerback, dies in car crash that killed 5 others
D.J. Hayden, Ralph Oragwu and Zach McMillian — three former University of Houston football players — were among the victims of the crash, the university said.
Houston's mayoral race heads to runoff
About two weeks before the election, Jackson Lee's campaign had to contend with the release of an unverified audio recording, which is purported to capture her berating staff members with a barrage of expletives.
Mayors request federal aid for migrant influx
Democratic mayors are asking the White House for $5 billion to address influxes of migrants in their cities. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more on how their request was received.
The Dish: Grant Pinkerton
For our series "The Dish," Janet Shamlian pulled up a seat with Grant Pinkerton, the award-winning pitmaster behind the smoker at Pinkerton's Barbecue in Houston, Texas. The 34-year-old tells "CBS Mornings" about the road from grilling in a gym parking lot to worldwide acclaim, and why he decided to open up publicly about sobriety following his battle with addiction.
Black student suspended over hairstyle to be sent to disciplinary program
Darryl George has been told he will be removed from his Texas high school and sent to a disciplinary alternative education program.
Lina Hidalgo opens up about depression
Lina Hidalgo, who leads one of the most populated areas of the country, which includes Houston, stunned constituents over the summer when she took leave to seek treatment for clinical depression. First on "CBS Mornings," Hidalgo opens up to CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about what led to her leave and how she hopes to help others.
Texas Lawmakers respond to federal judge's ruling striking down SB 12
This week, a federal judge in Houston blocked a new state law that cracks down on sexually oriented performances, including some drag shows.
3-month-old baby dies after being left alone in car in Houston
Police called the infant's death "avoidable" and are investigating.
Travis Scott to perform in Houston for first time since Astroworld
The Houston Police Officers' Union said it was in "complete disbelief" at the news.
Police: Case of man reported missing was hoax
Earlier this week, a Houston man who was reported missing by his mother eight years ago was found outside a local church. Police said Thursday he wasn't actually missing. Janet Shamlian has the story.
Police: Texas teen was not actually missing
A man who authorities believed was missing for eight years was not actually missing, Houston police said Thursday, adding that his mother deceived them. Watch the update on the case, given at a press conference Thursday.
Man was not missing for 8 years as mother claimed, Houston police say
Rudolph "Rudy" Farias' mother reported her son missing on March 7, 2015. He returned home the following day but his mother remained adamant he was missing, police say.
Teen who reportedly vanished 8 years ago while walking dogs is found alive
The Texas Center for the Missing, a nonprofit organization, said Rudy Farias was "located safe" and recovering at a hospital.
Travis Scott not criminally liable for Astroworld deaths, grand jury finds
A Harris County grand jury didn't find enough evidence to criminally charge rapper Travis Scott with a role in the deaths of ten people during his Houston concert in 2021.
Carbon capture technology: Costly distraction or clean energy's future?
If new Environmental Protection Agency rules take effect, most fossil fuel-burning plants may be compelled to implement carbon capture technology.
K-9 dies in a hot patrol car for the second time in a week
The Houston police dog was found in distress inside its handler's car, after the air shut off without triggering the vehicle's emergency cooling system.
6 shot in crowded Houston nightclub parking lot, police say
Six people were shot, with one person critically injured, after a disturbance inside a Houston nightclub spilled into a crowded parking lot overnight, police said Sunday.
Cities where it's cheaper to buy than rent
A new report shows it's cheaper to buy than rent in four major U.S. metropolitan areas. New data from real estate brokerage Redfin found that a monthly mortgage in Detroit, Philadelphia, Cleveland and Houston is lower than estimated average monthly rental costs. Jason Aleem, the senior vice president of real estate operations at Redfin, joins CBS News to discuss.
2 killed, 7 hurt when home under construction collapses during storm
Officials could not immediately confirm if the storm was directly responsible for the collapse.
4-year-old accidentally shoots 1-year-old sibling in Texas
Authorities say the 4-year-old "found an unsecured pistol at home" and accidentally fired it.
Petrochemical plant fire near Houston sends 9 workers to hospital
Facility fires are not uncommon in the area, with the strong presence of the petrochemical industry.
Large fire erupts at oil refinery near Houston
A large blaze broke out on Friday at an oil refinery in Deer Park, Texas, near Houston.
United Airlines plans to hire 15,000 workers by year-end
Carriers are in hiring mode after shedding tens of thousands of jobs during the pandemic, contributing to flight disruptions.
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Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
At least 6 dead after severe storms, tornadoes hit Tennessee
Nashville police identified two of the victims killed as a mother and her two-year-old son, while her other child survived.
Recognizing the signs of postpartum depression
One in seven women experiences postpartum depression (PPD), with more new mothers dying from suicide or overdose than anything else. Experts discuss efforts to destigmatize PPD and encourage treatment, including with a new drug, Zurzuvae, the first-ever pill for PPD.
Kevin McCarthy on Trump: America doesn't want "retribution"
In his first TV interview since announcing his retirement from Congress, the California Republican who was ousted as Speaker talks about an unruly House; his predictions for the 2024 elections; and the future he sees as part of a prospective Trump cabinet.
Penn president resigns after controversial congressional hearing on antisemitism
The presidents of both Harvard and MIT have also received significant criticism for their testimony as well.
The increasing hazard of black lung disease facing coal miners
Traditionally one in every five coal miners ended up with black lung disease. But today, in Appalachia, miners are suffering from black lung at increasingly younger ages - and experts say a new rule to protect against silica dust doesn't go far enough.
Shohei Ohtani signs record deal with Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani agreed to a record-breaking $700 million,10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the AP reported.
Democrat John Whitmire wins Houston mayoral runoff
The Democratic state senator defeated longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee in the mayoral runoff election.
Convicted Air Force major blames wife for fight that led to her death
Years after a millionaire mom was killed, her husband breaks his silence, offering a unique self-defense claim at his murder trial.
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The increasing hazard of black lung disease facing coal miners
Traditionally one in every five coal miners ended up with black lung disease. But today, in Appalachia, miners are suffering from black lung at increasingly younger ages - and experts say a new rule to protect against silica dust doesn't go far enough.
Poll: Americans feel inflation's impact on living standards, opportunities
Many feel worse off than their parents' generation as income isn't keeping up.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
Recognizing the signs of postpartum depression
One in seven women experiences postpartum depression (PPD), with more new mothers dying from suicide or overdose than anything else. Experts discuss efforts to destigmatize PPD and encourage treatment, including with a new drug, Zurzuvae, the first-ever pill for PPD.
House explosion in upstate New York leaves 1 dead
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul reported that prior to the explosion, New York State Electric & Gas personnel were "on site responding to a reported gas odor."
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Poll: Americans feel inflation's impact on living standards, opportunities
Many feel worse off than their parents' generation as income isn't keeping up.
Lobbying group overstated how much shoplifting hurt retailers
The National Retail Federation retracted an earlier estimate of the losses stores suffer at the hands of criminal rings.
Taylor Swift Eras Tour crosses billion-dollar mark, setting record
Also unprecedented was the speed at which Swift's Eras Tour had surpassed a billion in sales — a mere eight months.
Amazon says scammers stole millions through phony product returns
International ring breached Amazon's internal systems and bribed its employees, the e-commerce giant alleges in lawsuit.
The U.S. states where homeowners gained — and lost — equity in 2023
Although home prices have continued to rise across much of the U.S., homeowners in some states saw their home equity shrink.
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Kevin McCarthy on Trump: America doesn't want "retribution"
In his first TV interview since announcing his retirement from Congress, the California Republican who was ousted as Speaker talks about an unruly House; his predictions for the 2024 elections; and the future he sees as part of a prospective Trump cabinet.
Poll: Americans feel inflation's impact on living standards, opportunities
Many feel worse off than their parents' generation as income isn't keeping up.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
State Department circumvents Congress, approves sale of ammo to Israel
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
GOP presidential candidates weigh in on January debate participation
More Republican presidential debates will be held next month, but it's not clear which major candidates will be appearing.
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The increasing hazard of black lung disease facing coal miners
Traditionally one in every five coal miners ended up with black lung disease. But today, in Appalachia, miners are suffering from black lung at increasingly younger ages - and experts say a new rule to protect against silica dust doesn't go far enough.
Black lung threat increasing among coal miners
Coal mining has always been a dangerous job, with one in every five miners ending up with "black lung" disease. But today, in Appalachia, miners are suffering from black lung at increasingly younger ages. "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with miners and union officials who say coal companies routinely break the rules that could help protect their employees' health; and looks at a new government proposal that might offer real protection for miners, but which is facing opposition from some in Congress.
Recognizing the signs of postpartum depression
One in seven women experiences postpartum depression (PPD), with more new mothers dying from suicide or overdose than anything else. Experts discuss efforts to destigmatize PPD and encourage treatment, including with a new drug, Zurzuvae, the first-ever pill for PPD.
A promising treatment for postpartum depression
One in seven women experiences postpartum depression (PPD), with more new mothers dying from suicide or overdose than anything else. Correspondent Tracy Smith examines the heartbreak that can come when postpartum depression is not diagnosed or treated; talks with experts and sufferers hoping to destigmatize PPD; and looks at a new drug, Zurzuvae, the first-ever pill for PPD, set to become available this week.
Texas Supreme Court halts emergency abortion ruling
The Texas Supreme Court late Friday night put a hold on a lower court ruling which would have allowed a woman who is 20 weeks pregnant with a fatal fetal diagnosis to obtain an abortion. The all-Republican state Supreme Court issued its hold without offering an opinion. Jared Hill has details.
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First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
State Department circumvents Congress, approves sale of ammo to Israel
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
Iran activist Narges Mohammadi to go on hunger strike when awarded Nobel
She was awarded the Nobel prize for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran.
Legislation giving nature the same rights as humans gaining traction
Panama recently approved a nationwide law giving nature rights, allowing people to defend ecosystems in a court of law.
Volunteers flock to Israel to harvest produce amid farm labor shortage
Hundreds of volunteers from outside Israel – and within – are harvesting fruit and vegetables from Israel's farms before the produce rots on the ground.
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Aardman Animation: Creating the magic of stop-motion
The animation wizards behind Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep are back with a sequel to their 2000 hit feature, "Chicken Run." Correspondent Seth Doane visits the Bristol, England studios of Aardman Animation, where artists have painstakingly filmed "Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget," a comic adventure in which daredevil chickens seek to rescue their precious hen from a dastardly factory farm. (Think "Chicken: Impossible.")
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including singer-songwriter Denny Laine, who played with the Moody Blues and Wings.
Remembering Ryan O'Neal
"Sunday Morning" looks back on the career of one of the most popular actors of the 1970s, the Oscar-nominated star of "Love Story," "Paper Moon" and "Barry Lyndon," who died Friday at the age of 82.
Remembering Ryan O'Neal
One of the most popular stars of the 1970s died Friday at age 82. Correspondent Lee Cowan looks back at the career of Oscar-nominated actor Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," "Paper Moon" and "Barry Lyndon."
Luna Luna: An art world amusement park is reborn
In 1987 some of the world's most notable pop artists (including Keith Haring, David Hockney and Roy Lichtenstein) designed an avant-garde amusement park in Hamburg, Germany. Decades later, the long-forgotten art works are once again opening to the public in Los Angeles.
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Holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
He comes once a year, speaking only in rhyme, with high-tech suggestions at gift-giving time. Our own David Pogue (no techno-phobe he) offers nifty new gadgets to put under the tree.
Holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
He comes once a year, speaking only in rhyme, with high-tech suggestions at gift-giving time. Our own David Pogue (no techno-phobe he) offers nifty new gadgets to put under the tree.
White House approves high-speed rail funding
In the hopes of finally bringing high-speed rail to the U.S., the Biden administration on Friday approved $8.2 billion for projects on both coasts. $3 billion of that will go to Brightline West, a high-speed rail line that will run between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Kris Van Cleave has details.
Think twice before scanning a QR code — here's why
More than 90 million consumers will scan a QR code this year. But the technology can also facilitate identity theft.
Russian hackers accused of targeting U.S. intel community
The Justice Department accused Russia-based hackers of targeting U.S. intelligence officials as part of an international spear phishing campaign.
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First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
Extraordinarily rare white leucistic gator with born in Florida
The baby gator is one of just eight known leucistic alligators in the world, according to Gatorland, the park where it was born.
Bright star will vanish in one-of-a-kind eclipse. Here's how to watch it.
Betelgeuse, one of the biggest and brightest stars in the night sky, will momentarily vanish as an asteroid passes in front of it to produce a one-of-a-kind eclipse.
Orphaned Alaskan sea otter given second chance at life in Chicago
An 8-week-old sea otter pup was found alone in Alaska before being brought to the aquarium at the end of November.
John Kerry: U.S. backs cutting fossil fuels
Special Climate Envoy John Kerry wrapped up the first week of the COP28 climate summit in Dubai by announcing the U.S. supports "largely" phasing out fossil fuels. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff joins to discuss.
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Convicted Air Force major blames wife for fight that led to her death
Years after a millionaire mom was killed, her husband breaks his silence, offering a unique self-defense claim at his murder trial.
Key evidence in the disappearance and death of Andreen McDonald
What Air Force Major Andre McDonald says happened in the days surrounding his wife's death.
Retired officers honored for arson attack response
Two retired New York City Police Department officers, and brothers, were honored Saturday for their role in helping halt an arson attack on the Atlanta birth home of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.
Minnesota man arrested after impaling grocery worker with golf club: Police
The suspect barricaded himself in an apartment after the incident, sparking an hours-long standoff with Minneapolis Police.
Gunman in Oxford school shooting sentenced to life
The now 17-year-old gunman who opened fire at Oxford High School in Michigan on November 2021, killing four people and wounding seven others, was sentenced Friday to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
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First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
Bright star will vanish in one-of-a-kind eclipse. Here's how to watch it.
Betelgeuse, one of the biggest and brightest stars in the night sky, will momentarily vanish as an asteroid passes in front of it to produce a one-of-a-kind eclipse.
Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
New solar system with rare, perfectly in-sync planets found in Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
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Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
Catching a killer clown
Marlene Warren answered the door to her Wellington, FL, home and was fatally gunned down by a mysterious clown. Despite eyewitnesses, circumstantial evidence, and the identification a suspect early on, it would take more than 30 years for her killer to face justice.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
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Gaza's devastation worsens as Israeli offensive stretches further south; Retired officers honored for stopping arson attack on Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth home
The Dish: Chinese cuisine
We explore the sweet, sour and spicy flavors of Chinese cuisine. We visit a dim sum hotspot in New York City, and a high-end Toronto restaurant offering an authentic menu. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
Andreen McDonald: A Millionaire Vanishes
How a yellow hammer nailed a suspect in the case of a missing businesswoman. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Black lung threat increasing among coal miners
Coal mining has always been a dangerous job, with one in every five miners ending up with "black lung" disease. But today, in Appalachia, miners are suffering from black lung at increasingly younger ages. "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with miners and union officials who say coal companies routinely break the rules that could help protect their employees' health; and looks at a new government proposal that might offer real protection for miners, but which is facing opposition from some in Congress.
The frugal millionaire
Terry Kahn, who lived in a modest house in South Indianapolis and worked at the local VA, was exceptionally prudent with money. And with no immediate family, he instructed that his estate would be directed to charity – all $13 million of it. After he died, about a dozen non-profits subsequently got phone calls that were beyond belief. Steve Hartman reports.