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"CBS Evening News" headlines for December 24, 2020
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Major Garrett."
Pakistan to free Daniel Pearl murder suspect
A man convicted and sentenced to death in the 2002 murder and beheading of American journalist Daniel Pearl is set to be released in Pakistan. In April, a court lowered the charges for Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has details.
Sneak peek: Broken Hearts
A story of tragedy and triumph -- the murder of a young woman and how her killer’s heart saves the life of a dying woman. CBS News' Jim Axelrod reports for "48 Hours" Saturday, December 26 at 9/8c on CBS.
New video obtained in Ahmaud Arbery case
Newly-obtained body camera footage appears to contradict the account presented by one of the men charged in Ahmaud Arbery's killing. William "Roddie" Bryan filmed Gregory and Travis McMichael chasing down and shooting Arbery in February. Bryan's attorney has insisted his client was "never more than a witness" to Arbery's death. Omar Villafranca reports on the new video that suggests Bryan was more involved.
Texas man killed by police was shot in the back, attorney says
Ben Crump says an independent autopsy is consistent with witness accounts that say Joshua Feast was fleeing when shot.
The Most Feared Gangster
After his government-informant deal fell through, mob boss Anthony Casso, who admitted to participating in the murders of 36 people, tells Ed Bradley he was the one cheated.
Bodycam footage sheds light on Ahmaud Arbery killing
New video has surfaced in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, who was gunned down while jogging in February. Omar Villafranca has the latest.
Justice Dept. investigates Ohio shooting
The Justice Department is investigating the shooting death of Casey Goodson Jr., a 23-year-old Black man, by a deputy in Columbus, Ohio. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN with the latest on the case.
Vanessa Guillén's family vows to keep fighting after Army firings
Her family pleaded for Congress to pass legislation that addresses how the military responds to sexual assault and harassment.
Results of Fort Hood investigation revealed
The U.S. Army will release its long-awaited report Tuesday detailing its investigation into Fort Hood after dozens of deaths on the base. The problems at the base drew worldwide attention after the murder of 20-year-old specialist Vanessa Guillen in April. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Council denies request for new prosecutor in Breonna Taylor case
"Daniel Cameron completely undermined the integrity of our justice system..." an attorney for Taylor's family said. "Rather than fix this, eight prosecutors today chose to condone it."
"48 Hours" looks into polarizing murder case
In 2017, Nicole Addimando shot and killed her partner, claiming self-defense against an abusive partner. Others believe she is a murderer who took the life of a father and popular gymnastics coach. Jericka Duncan joins "CBS This Morning" with a preview of this week's "48 Hours."
Murder case unsolved for 25 years — then cops got a phone call
Man who confessed "reenacted the crime to detectives and provided corroborated information about the murder," police said.
FBI: Hate crime murders surged to record high in 2019
51 people were killed in hate crimes in 2019, according to the FBI, far surpassing the previous deadliest year, 2018.
Bond hearing day two for Arbery case suspects
Greg and Travis McMichael, the father and son charged in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery appeared via video for a bond hearing Thursday. The hearing will continue today.
Sneak peek: Dangerous Journey on the Silk Road
How an FBI Cyber Team captured the mastermind behind the Silk Road, an illegal online marketplace and multimillion dollar enterprise selling illicit items like drugs and weapons. Even murders for hire were discussed. Watch an all-new "The FBI Declassified," narrated by Alana De La Garza of the CBS series "FBI," Tuesday, November 10 at 10/9c on CBS.
Sneak peek: Heartless
A Navy lieutenant's mysterious illness aboard the USS Forrestal leads to his death. Investigators say he was poisoned — after 13 years, the trail led to a suspect with an unusual motive for murder. Watch "NCIS: The Cases They Can't Forget" on Wednesday, May 29 at 10/9c on CBS.
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
LeBron James calls for justice after sister of Cavaliers exec found killed
NBA star LeBron James is calling for justice after the death of Ericka Weems.
Russia's "Sausage King" killed with crossbow in his home sauna
Police say the man was in his sauna with his wife when masked men entered and "demanded they give up the money kept in their home."
France ups security alert after Nice attack
City streets in France are empty as the country begins the second day of a nationwide lockdown, and grapples with another brutal attack. Authorities say a suspected terrorist stabbed and killed three people inside a Catholic Church in Nice Thursday. The attack comes just two weeks after a teacher was beheaded in a Paris suburb. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Exclusive: Breonna Taylor case grand jurors
In an exclusive interview with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King, two of the grand jurors in the Breonna Taylor case are describing what they say happened during the grand jury proceedings and how they felt blindsided by public comments from the Kentucky attorney general.
Grand jurors in Breonna Taylor case speak
Two grand jurors in the Breonna Taylor case spoke to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King in an exclusive interview set to air Wednesday. The two men, who asked to remain anonymous for their safety, said they were never given the option to consider murder or manslaughter charges — with one calling the police's actions and behaviors the night Taylor was killed "criminal."
Most serious charges upheld against ex-cop in George Floyd killing
A judge upheld second-degree murder and manslaughter charges against Derek Chauvin, but dropped third-degree murder.
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Trump says he won't take Greenland by force as allies push back at Davos
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
Lawmakers intensify efforts to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
House Oversight to vote on holding Clintons in contempt in Epstein probe
Republicans escalated the standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
Supreme Court hears arguments over whether Trump can fire Fed's Lisa Cook
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
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Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Halligan exits DOJ after judge bars her continued use of U.S. attorney title
Lindsey Halligan has departed the Justice Department after a federal judge Tuesday barred her from referring to herself as a U.S. attorney in court filings.
Synthetic drug ring busted in "largest-ever operation" of its kind
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tons of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
Second lady Usha Vance announces she's pregnant with fourth child
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
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Listen Live: Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump's firing of Fed governor
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
Lawmakers intensify efforts to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
These are the best places to work in 2026, according to Glassdoor
A car wash chain beat out bigger employers such as Google and Nvidia to take the top spot as the best place to work in 2026.
Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Former sports reporter Michele Tafoya running for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
Michele Tafoya, running as a Republican, is seeking the open seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith.
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Ford recalls some 119,000 vehicles due to engine block heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Ex-flight attendant got hundreds of free flights posing as pilot, DOJ says
A former flight attendant for a Canadian airline posed as a commercial pilot and as a current flight attendant to obtain hundreds of free flights from U.S. airlines, authorities said.
These are the best places to work in 2026, according to Glassdoor
A car wash chain beat out bigger employers such as Google and Nvidia to take the top spot as the best place to work in 2026.
Lululemon pulls "Get Low" leggings from website amid sheer fabric complaints
The company said its "Get Low" collection is temporarily unavailable for sale online, but remains in stock in stores while it reviews customer feedback.
Danish pension fund says it's selling all its U.S. Treasuries
The chief investment officer of AkademikerPension said the decision was not directly related to the rift between the U.S. and Greenland.
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Listen Live: Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump's firing of Fed governor
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
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Trump says he won't take Greenland by force as allies push back at Davos
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
Lawmakers intensify efforts to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
House Oversight to vote on holding Clintons in contempt in Epstein probe
Republicans escalated the standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Canada's leader Mark Carney says Trump is rupturing the world order
In his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accused President Trump of rupturing the world order through economic coercion.
Synthetic drug ring busted in "largest-ever operation" of its kind
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tons of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
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Trump says he won't take Greenland by force as allies push back at Davos
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
U.S. seizes a seventh Venezuelan-linked oil tanker in Caribbean
The U.S. has seized seven Venezuelan-linked oil tankers since Dec. 10, 2025.
Commuter train in Spain hits collapsed wall, killing at least 1 person
A commuter train hit a collapsed retaining wall near Barcelona on Tuesday, killing one person and injuring at least 37 people, according to officials.
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Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
David Beckham responds amid family feud
Brooklyn Beckham, the oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, accused his parents in a social media statement of trying to undermine his marriage and of valuing "public promotion" over family. David Beckham acknowledged the allegations and responded, saying, "they make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes." Adriana Diaz has more.
Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees announced
"CBS Mornings" exclusively announces the newest inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Anthony Mason reports.
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2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees revealed on "CBS Mornings"
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Timothy Busfield ordered released from jail pending trial in child sex abuse
A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.
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Nonprofit helps to cut down on screen time
On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
Almanac: January 18
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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.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
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Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
Trump admits ICE may make mistakes
President Trump commented on ICE raids in the U.S. as the Justice Department served subpoenas for multiple Democratic officials in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Suspect in "Colonial Parkway murders" linked to more cold-case killings
The suspect in the "Colonial Parkway murders" that shook Virginia in the 1980s has been linked to 2 more of the killings, investigators announced.
Synthetic drug ring busted in "largest-ever operation" of its kind
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tons of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
Actor used reputation as medicine man to prey on women, prosecutors say
Nathan Chasing Horse's defense attorney said prosecutors would present no evidence of the allegations, including no DNA evidence or eyewitnesses.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Divorces rise among adults over 50
Across the U.S., divorce rates are down - except among people who are older than 50. It's part of a trend called "gray divorce," which often happens when kids are grown and have left the home. Lisa Ling has more.
Trump says U.S. economy is booming
President Trump boasted about his economic successes during the first year of his second term in the White House despite Americans' sentiments on high prices and inflation. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Javier E. David have more.
Nonprofit helps to cut down on screen time
On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."