Oklahoma gas well explosion
Several people are missing after an explosion ripped through an Oklahoma drilling rig Monday. CBS News correspondent DeMarco Morgan has the latest.
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The Dish
Chef Joanne Chang grew up in Texas and Oklahoma with a love of both baking and learning. She graduated from Harvard and became a management consultant before ultimately pursuing a career in food. In 2000, she opened Boston's Flour, which now has seven locations, and last year won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Baker. Chang joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss her culinary journey.
Sen. Lankford on social media
Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma, who's on the Senate Intelligence Committee, joins "CBS This Morning" from Capitol Hill to discuss Tuesday's hearing on Russian influence in social media with Facebook, Twitter and Google representatives. In light of the New York terror attack, he also talks about extreme vetting and the green card lottery system.
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Trump's drug czar nominee withdraws after "60 Minutes" report; Meet the high school students running for Kansas governor.
Opioids in Cherokee Nation
Oklahoma has one of the most severe opioid problems in the country, and it's especially bad in the 14 counties that make up the Cherokee Nation. Earlier this year, the Cherokee Nation's attorney general sued America's three largest pharmacies and the three largest prescription drug distributors. Chip Reid reports.
Mom, daughter climb Everest after health issues
Two women are hoping to become the first American mother-daughter duo to summit Mount Everest. But first, the pair from Oklahoma had overcome their own personal health issues just to get there. Janet Shamlian shares their story.
Man accused of bomb plot in custody
An Oklahoma man is in federal custody Tuesday morning for allegedly plotting a bomb attack on American soil. Authorities say 23-year-old Jerry Drake Varnell tried to blow up what he thought was a vehicle bomb at a bank in Oklahoma City, just blocks away from the site of the 1995 attack that destroyed a federal building. Omar Villafranca reports.
Okla. bomb plot foiled
Jerry Drake Varnell, 23, is under arrest and accused of trying to detonate what he thought was a massive bomb in Oklahoma City this weekend. An undercover FBI agent disrupted the plot. Omar Villafranca reports.
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An EF2 tornado hit Tulsa, Oklahoma, early Sunday without warning; NASA's news job comes with a six-figure salary and duties include saving the Earth.
Vicious summer storms
An EF2 tornado hit Tulsa, Oklahoma, early Sunday without warning. At least 30 people were hurt, and more than 70 businesses had substantial damage. Many are wondering why the storm didn't trigger warning sirens. Omar Villafranca reports.
Tornado hits Tulsa with no warning
There are new questions about why there was no warning before a tornado ripped through Tulsa, Oklahoma, early Sunday morning. The National Weather Service confirmed an EF2 tornado touched down. About 30 people were hurt. Omar Villafranca reports.
Seamstress savior
Brides-to-be in Oklahoma City had their wedding day dreams crushed when their dressmaker abruptly declared bankruptcy and closed up shop. That was until a seamstress stepped in and saved the day. David Begnaud reports.
Dad tackles alleged sexual predator
An Oklahoma father carried out an elaborate sting to catch an alleged sexual predator. Police say Jeremy Dewayne Gibson pursued a 15-year-old online and went to her home to have sex with her, but when he arrived, her family tackled him to the ground. David Begnaud reports.
Tornadoes tear Texas
CBS News' Omar Villafranca is in Arlington, Texas, where homes and cars were damaged by tornadoes in the area. Nearly a dozen tornadoes were spotted in Oklahoma and Texas, and three storm chasers were killed.
Severe storms in Texas, Okla.
Nearly 15 million people in parts of Texas and the Southeast face the threat of new severe weather. Tornadoes ripped across parts of western Texas Tuesday. The violent system also brought damaging hail, some almost as big as tennis balls. Omar Villafranca reports.
Fast-moving wildfires
CBS News' David Begnaud has the latest on the effort to contain fast-spreading wildfires in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Colorado.
Massive wildfire in Oklahoma
Firefighters are trying to stop deadly wildfires burning across several states, including parts of Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Colorado. The fires have killed at least six people. David Begnaud reports from Harper County, Oklahoma.
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WikiLieaks published a cache of CIA documents codenamed "Vault 7" that appear to reveal cyberespionage tools the intelligence community can use to monitor people; Historians believe Thomas Jefferson fathered children with Sally Hemings, one of his slaves
Plains wildfires
A massive effort is underway to contain wildfires that are tearing through Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and Colorado. At least six people have died, more than 885,000 acres have burned and thousands have fled their homes. David Begnaud reports.
1/14: Evening News
At least three people have been killed on slippery roads in Missouri and Oklahoma; The Trump family is set to become the first family in decades to live in the White House without a pet
Deadly ice storm
At least three people have been killed on slippery roads in Missouri and Oklahoma. The severe weather is moving east with nearly 50 million Americans under winter storm watches. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Woman faced felony charge for not returning VHS tape
A former Oklahoma resident found out that she was wanted on a felony charge because she failed to return a VHS movie rental over two decades ago. Caron McBride, who now lives in Texas, was charged with felony embezzlement, but prosecutors have dismissed the charges.
Trump's controversial picks
Critics are slamming President-elect Donald Trump's latest Cabinet picks, including fast food CEO Andy Puzder for labor secretary, Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt to head the EPA, and WWE co-founder Linda McMahon to lead the Small Business Administration. Washington Post political correspondent James Hohmann joins CBSN with analysis.
Susan Page on Trump transition
President-elect Donald Trump is adding names to his administration. Mr. Trump tapped Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, and Linda McMahon to lead the Small Business Administration. Susan Page, USA Today's Washington bureau chief, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Trump's Cabinet picks -- including the top contenders for secretary of state -- and his "distinctive way of communicating" on Twitter.
Deadly shooting at OKC airport
Oklahoma's Will Rogers World Airport is open after a deadly shooting caused chaos. It was shut down for hours Tuesday while police looked for a gunman who shot and killed a Southwest Airlines employee. The suspect was later found dead. Don Dahler reports on the apparent ambush.
Winter storm snarls thousands of flights. Maps show the latest forecast
Millions of Americans live in areas under winter storm alerts stretching from northern Minnesota to the Eastern Seaboard.
Russia targets Kyiv with deadly strikes ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Explosions boomed across Kyiv for hours as ballistic missiles and drones hit the city in an attack that began early in the morning.
Trump calls for release of any Epstein files naming Democrats: "Embarrass them"
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Iran seizes oil tanker smuggling fuel on Strait of Hormuz, Tehran says
Iran seized a foreign oil tanker as it traveled the strategic Strait of Hormuz carrying some 25,000 barrels of smuggled fuel, state media said.
Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
African regional bodies reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland
President Trump said he won't quickly follow Mideast ally Israel in recognizing Somaliland, saying he needed to "study" it.
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Rescuers search for soccer coach, children after boat sinks in Indonesia
The Spanish soccer club Valencia said that a coach for its women's reserve team, Fernando Martín, and three of his children were among the victims.
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Jeffrey R. Holland, next in line to lead Mormon church, dies at 85
Jeffrey R. Holland was next in line to lead the Mormon church under a long-established succession plan.
Boy with autism, 6, rescued from pond 15 months after similar incident
The boy, identified by police as Coco, was found in chest-deep waters but was not injured.
Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
3 wounded in shooting at rural Idaho sheriff's office, officials say; suspect killed
The suspected gunman was shot and killed by law enforcement, authorities said.
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
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Planning to return unwanted Christmas gifts? You may be charged fees.
Several major retailers are now charging customers to return items even if they are unopened and in perfect condition.
U.S. stocks hover at record highs after the Christmas holiday
Stocks are mostly flat in quiet morning trading on Friday as investors return from the Christmas holiday.
Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
5 money moves to make in 2026, according to financial experts
As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
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Trump calls for release of any Epstein files naming Democrats: "Embarrass them"
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
Veterans Affairs Department reimposing near total abortion ban
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
U.S. launches strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
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Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
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Rescuers search for soccer coach, children after boat sinks in Indonesia
The Spanish soccer club Valencia said that a coach for its women's reserve team, Fernando Martín, and three of his children were among the victims.
African regional bodies reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland
President Trump said he won't quickly follow Mideast ally Israel in recognizing Somaliland, saying he needed to "study" it.
Russia targets Kyiv with deadly strikes ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Explosions boomed across Kyiv for hours as ballistic missiles and drones hit the city in an attack that began early in the morning.
Thailand and Cambodia sign new ceasefire deal after weeks of fighting
Thailand and Cambodia signed a ceasefire agreement on Saturday after weeks of deadly fighting along their border.
Israeli police say 2 killed in car-ramming and stabbing attack by Palestinian
The attack began Friday afternoon in the northern city of Beit Shean, where the Palestinian man crashed his vehicle into people, killing one man and injuring a teenage boy.
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Samara Joy performs "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)."
Samara Joy performs "Three Little Words"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Three Little Words."
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Perry Bamonte, guitarist for The Cure, dies after "short illness" at 65
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Broadway actress Imani Smith stabbed to death in New Jersey, police say
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
Science
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
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.
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Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
What's next on the Epstein files release?
Lawmakers may take action against the Department of Justice for the delayed release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson weighs in.
Two police officers injured, suspect killed during child custody exchange
Police were called to a shopping center late Friday morning. Two officers were shot and are in critical condition.
Broadway actress Imani Smith stabbed to death in New Jersey, police say
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
15 hurt in stabbing, chemical liquid attack in Japan tire factory
More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said.
Space
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Space
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Samara Joy performs "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)."
Samara Joy performs "Three Little Words"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Three Little Words."
Robert Redford's conservation legacy
Robert Redford, who died in September, is known for founding the Sundance Film Festival -- but "CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about his conservation efforts behind-the-scenes that have helped generations of hikers and nature lovers.
Cardinals fans travel on team plane
"CBS Saturday Morning" travels with Arizona Cardinals season-ticket holders who were offered the opportunity to take the team plane to a game.
The Dish: Nowon
Nowon combines American staples like cheeseburgers with Korean flavors. As the restaurant group expands to Boston from New York City, "CBS Saturday Morning" catches up with chef and owner Jay Lee to learn more about the inspiring story behind his popular food.