Power in North Carolina county will be restored sooner than expected, officials say
It was first estimated that it would take until Thursday, Dec. 8 to reconnect all affected customers.
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Thousands in North Carolina without power
Tens of thousands of residents in Moore County, North Carolina, could be without power until Thursday after a "deliberate" attack knocked out part of the grid. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann joins Lana Zak and Lilia Luciano with the latest.
North Carolina power substations attacked
The attacks on two North Carolina power substations have left tens of thousands of Moore County residents without electricity for days. Authorities say the attacks were carried out by one or more individuals with apparent criminal intent. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
State of emergency declared after "deliberate" attack causes power outage
DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said Monday that an investigation was underway to determine whether it was "an act of malfeasance or otherwise."
FBI investigates power substation damage
Tens of thousands remain without power in Moore County, North Carolina, after two power substations were damaged by gunfire. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss the latest on the situation.
"Targeted" attacks cause North Carolina outage
Gunfire at two power substations in North Carolina has caused widespread outages. Moore County has declared a state of emergency as roughly 35,000 customers are still without power. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Mass power outage in North Carolina caused by gunfire, repairs could take days
Investigators were still working to determine a motive, but the county sheriff said those responsible "knew exactly what they were doing" and that the attack was "targeted."
Power station sabotoge
Tens of thousands were left without power in North Carolina after two power substations were damaged by gunfire, officials said. Power in Moore County may not be fully restored until as late as Thursday. Mark Strassmann reports.
N.C. county orders mandatory curfew after power outage
A North Carolina county has ordered a mandatory curfew after 40,000 homes lost electricity this week. Police say the power outage is due to two substations were damaged by gunfire.
Marine veterans sue over alleged toxic water
A CBS News investigation revealed some Marines may have been exposed to toxic water over a 34-year period at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Now, one Marine veteran is speaking out to CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge about his frustration with fighting the U.S. government for funds set aside for the toxic water exposure.
Camp Lejeune Marine vets sue over alleged toxic water exposure
"Nobody told us anything about chemicals," said Bruno Teixeira, who is suing for damages. "But we did notice that the water did have a strange taste and smell."
Nature: Bears in North Carolina
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Mexican prosecutors identify U.S. suspect in killing of Shanquella Robinson
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Two killed in TV news helicopter crash
CBS affiliate WBTV meteorologist Jason Myers and pilot Chip Tayag were killed in a helicopter crash in Charlotte, North Carolina. Mark Strassman has the tragic story.
Local meteorologist and pilot killed in North Carolina helicopter crash
CBS Charlotte affiliate WBTV identified the two people killed as Jason Myers, a meteorologist at the station, and Chip Tayag, the helicopter's pilot.
2 killed in North Carolina helicopter crash
Two people were killed in a helicopter in North Carolina Tuesday. The helicopter went down near an interstate south of Charlotte, police said. The cause of the crash was under investigation.
Biden opens holidays, pardoning turkeys Chocolate and Chip
For the second time, the president played his part in the 75-year tradition of issuing a presidential pardon to keep a pair of turkeys off the holiday dinner table.
Family seeks answers in woman's death
A North Carolina family is pushing for answers after 25-year-old Shanquella Robinson died on a trip with friends to Mexico last month. Her mother talked with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Dana Jacobson about why she doesn't believe her daughter died of alcohol poisoning, as she was initially told.
Sheriff reelected 2 weeks after resigning for racist comments
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North Carolina Senate race: Ted Budd projected winner over Cheri Beasley
GOP Rep. Ted Budd faced former state Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley for retiring Sen. Richard Burr's seat.
Senate race in dead heat in North Carolina
North Carolina voters are deciding between Democrat Cheri Beasley and Rep. Tedd Budd, a Republican, for their next U.S. senator. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice gives an update on the tight race, and what matters most to voters.
Tight race for North Carolina Senate seat
Republican Ted Budd and Democrat Cheri Beasley are duking it out for an open Senate seat in North Carolina. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins Errol Barnett and Lilia Luciano from Durham, North Carolina, with details.
Ohio Senate race heats up
Ohio's U.S. Senate candidates took to the stage in a town hall Tuesday hosted by Fox News. Rep. Tim Ryan and J.D. Vance addressed questions about the economy, abortion rights, and the recent attack on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul. CBS News Political Director Fin Gomez breaks down the key takeaways.
"Rogue nurse" charged with murder in deaths of 2 patients in N.C.
"What upsets me about these kinds of cases is that we have a particularly vulnerable kind of victim," the DA said.
Obama endorses Cheri Beasley in North Carolina Senate race
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed North Carolina U.S. Senate candidate Cheri Beasley in a new campaign ad.
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Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
Johnson says boat strike hit "able-bodied" survivors who were "not injured"
House Speaker Mike Johnson said he's satisfied with the intelligence and legality of the operation that killed two survivors of a U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat.
Tens of thousands ordered to evacuate in Washington amid severe flooding
Heavy rain has triggered flooding, rescues and road closures in Washington state, with Gov. Bob Ferguson declaring a statewide emergency.
Erika Kirk has a "call to action" for parents
Charlie Kirk's widow Erika Kirk tells CBS News that it's easy to blame others for political violence, but she has a message for parents.
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Trump to honor "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic hockey team in bill-signing today
President Trump will host members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team — famous for defeating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" — at a bill-signing Friday, CBS News has learned.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia leaves ICE detention after judge ordered release
A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Trump pardons election official Tina Peters, but she was charged in state court
President Trump said he is granting a pardon to Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk who was convicted of allowing unauthorized access to voting machines — even though the pardon power is widely understood to only apply to federal crimes.
Lindsey Vonn, 41, wins World Cup downhill, 1st victory in 8 years
Lindsey Vonn raced to a stunningly fast win in a World Cup downhill on Friday to earn her first victory after a five-year retirement.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
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15-year-old boy kills ex-girlfriend's mom and siblings in Texas, police say
Police said a 15-year-old planned to shoot his ex-girlfriend outside of school but changed his mind and instead went to her home, killing her mother and two siblings.
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Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
Erika Kirk has a "call to action" for parents
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Trump pardons election official Tina Peters, but she was charged in state court
President Trump said he is granting a pardon to Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk who was convicted of allowing unauthorized access to voting machines — even though the pardon power is widely understood to only apply to federal crimes.
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Trump signs executive order to block "excessive" state AI regulations
President Trump has signed an executive order to block states from regulating artificial intelligence.
Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system
Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.
Here's how Trump's $1 million "gold card" visa will work
The Trump administration says it's also creating a $5 million platinum card visa that will allow foreigners to live in the U.S. for 270 days a year.
Former officials warn of safety risks because of consumer watchdog cuts
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has lost key leadership and staff over the past year. Now two former commissioners removed by the Trump administration are raising concerns over safety risks.
Trump says "prices are coming down." Here's what the data shows.
President Trump says he's winning the war against inflation. But a look at prices around the U.S. shows why many Americans still feel financially squeezed.
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Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
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Trump to honor "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic hockey team in bill-signing today
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Trump signs executive order to block "excessive" state AI regulations
President Trump has signed an executive order to block states from regulating artificial intelligence.
Trump pardons election official Tina Peters, but she was charged in state court
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Johnson says boat strike hit "able-bodied" survivors who were "not injured"
House Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters he's satisfied with the intelligence and legality of the operation that killed two survivors of a U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat.
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Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
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Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
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Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
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Lindsey Vonn, 41, wins World Cup downhill, 1st victory in 8 years
Lindsey Vonn raced to a stunningly fast win in a World Cup downhill on Friday to earn her first victory after a five-year retirement.
Russian sub tracked off U.K. amid "underwater threats"
A British naval supply ship with an on-board helicopter was deployed to track the stealthy Kilo-class submarine Krasnodar, the Royal Navy said.
Watch of hiker killed by bear reveals his harrowing final moments
The hiker's GPS watch, which uses satellite signals to log routes and monitors heart rate, was retrieved after the fatal attack, the Asahi Shimbun reported.
Serial killer linked to at least 3 women's cold case murders
Police said forensic testing and genetic genealogy identified Kenneth Smith as the person who killed two women in the 1980s and a third woman in the 1990s.
6.7 magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan coast
Friday's 6.7 magnitude earthquake brought only small waves, but came just days after a larger temblor in the same region that left dozens injured.
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Director found guilty of scamming $11M from Netflix and buying luxury cars, mattresses
Carl Erik Rinsch, a Hollywood director, has been convicted on charges that he scammed Netflix out of $11 million for a show that never materialized.
Taylor Swift talks docuseries, favorite songs
Taylor Swift appeared on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" on Wednesday while promoting her upcoming docuseries. She spoke about her life after the Eras Tour, her favorite songs from her catalogue and who she turns to for advice.
"Waiting to Exhale" stars on 30th anniversary
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Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
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Carly Pearce on new music
Grammy-winning country music superstar Carly Pearce joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her highly-anticipated fifth studio album, fans relating to the lyrics in her music and being vulnerable.
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Disney strikes deal with OpenAI
Disney announced Thursday that it would invest $1 billion in OpenAI and license more than 200 of its animated and illustrated characters to use in Sora's user-generated content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Time editor explains "architects of AI" cover
Time announced its highly anticipated "Person of the Year" cover on Thursday. This year, the magazine is recognizing the "architects of AI." Charlie Campbell, Time editor-at-large and one of the co-authors of the article, joins "The Daily Report" to explain the decision.
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.
Disney announces deal with OpenAI
A new agreement between Disney and OpenAI will allow users to generate their own AI videos of iconic characters like Mickey Mouse, Elsa, Darth Vader and dozens more. Wired executive editor Brian Barrett joins to discuss.
Time magazine reveals 2025 Person of the Year
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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15-year-old boy kills ex-girlfriend's mom and siblings in Texas, police say
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia speaks out
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Images from Jeffrey Epstein's estate released
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Fraudsters spend millions meant for kids
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Serial killer linked to at least 3 women's cold case murders
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NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
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