Thousands across the region are still without power
Violent tornadoes in Oklahoma and Arkansas killed one person and destroyed many homes. Thousands across the region are still without power. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Sand Springs, Oklahoma.
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There are more questions about whether University of Oklahoma fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon's racist chant began on campus
There are more questions about whether University of Oklahoma fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon's racist chant began on campus. The chapter's advisory board released a statement saying the stigma dates back at least three to four years. At a town hall Wednesday, students, staff and area residents came together to talk about diversity. Jericka Duncan reports from Norman, Oklahoma.
Two University of Oklahoma students are apologizing for their role in a racist song captured on video
Two University of Oklahoma students are apologizing for their role in a racist song captured on video. One student says the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity taught him the lyrics. Jericka Duncan reports from the SAE fraternity house in Norman, Oklahoma.
The former chef for the SAE house at the University of Oklahoma says he believe the act was “stupid and selfish” but that he will miss the organization he considered “family.”
The former chef for the SAE house at the University of Oklahoma, which was shut down Monday after a video surfaced of its members making a racist chant, says he believe the act was “stupid and selfish” but that he will miss the organization he considered “family.”
Republicans renew their calls for President Obama to make the oil pipeline a reality
Republicans renew their calls for President Obama to make the oil pipeline a reality.
We leave you this morning in the cedars east of Norman, Oklahoma, where cardinals seek shelter from the snow
We leave you this morning in the cedars east of Norman, Oklahoma, where cardinals seek shelter from the snow.
Oklahoma congressman Steve Russell discusses what lawmakers have already accomplished in the new Congress, and what they plan to do next
Oklahoma congressman Steve Russell discusses what lawmakers have already accomplished in the new Congress, and what they plan to do next.
"CBS This Morning" takes a looks at headlines from around the globe
"CBS This Morning" takes a looks at headlines from around the globe.
Referees mistakenly took points away from the would-be winning team, the Douglass Trojans
A judge in Oklahoma ruled that an Oklahoma high school football playoff should not be replayed after referees mistakenly took points away from the would-be winning team, the Douglass Trojans. Jeff Glor reports.
It follows a costly blunder by referees during the playoffs nearly two weeks ago
An Oklahoma judge is being asked to order a do-over of a high school football game. It follows a costly blunder by referees during the playoffs nearly two weeks ago. Anna Werner reports from Frederick A. Douglass High School in Oklahoma City.
Two mothers talk about the threats to their lives, and to their children, with Oklahoma City Officer Brandi May
Two mothers talk about the threats to their lives, and to their children, with Oklahoma City Officer Brandi May. They respond to a 16-question risk assessment that Oklahoma has now mandated statewide after police found it effective in protecting domestic violence victims. CBS News spent two weekends embedded with Oklahoma City police responding to domestic violence calls.
Three people found dead in an Oklahoma home have been tentatively identified by authorities as a newspaper publisher, his wife and their daughter
Three people found dead in an Oklahoma home have been tentatively identified by authorities as a newspaper publisher, his wife and their daughter. Authorities say the couple's 19-year-old son has confessed to killing them. Joleen Chaney reports.
Son of deceased family in custody A couple and their daughter were found dead in Duncan, Okla. Monday
Son of deceased family in custody A couple and their daughter were found dead in Duncan, Okla. Monday, and now son in custody. Alan Hurby, 19, is held at Stephens County Jail. Lisa Monahan of KWTV reports.
Police say the threat was actually made nearly two weeks before the beheading attack in Moore, Oklahoma
An Oklahoma man is now in jail accused of threatening to behead a co-worker. Police say the threat was actually made nearly two weeks before the beheading attack in Moore, Oklahoma. KWTV's Karl Torp reports.
The man accused of beheading a woman and attacking another in Oklahoma is yet to be put behind bars
The man accused of beheading a woman and attacking another in Oklahoma is yet to be put behind bars. 30-year-old Alton Nolen is still in the hospital, but police have already presented their case to the Cleveland County DA. KWTV's Adrianna Iwasinski reports.
Ten choppers were buried under a mountain of foam at a National Guard base in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Ten choppers were buried under a mountain of foam at a National Guard base in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Anthony Mason reports.
The Archbishop of Oklahoma City files a lawsuit against a Satanic Priest to stop a Black Mass inside the Civic Center's City Space Theater
The Archbishop of Oklahoma City files a lawsuit against a Satanic Priest to stop a Black Mass inside the Civic Center's City Space Theater. KWTV's Steve Shaw reports.
Kindergarten teacher Jen Speed talks about the first signs of her students' left handedness on this national holiday
Kindergarten teacher Jen Speed talks about the first signs of her students' left handedness on this national holiday. KOTV's Rick Wells reports.
Tulsa, Okla. police say one of their own, 24-year veteran Shannon Kepler, gunned down his daughter's boyfriend in the street. The victim, Jeremy Lake, was 19 years old
Tulsa, Okla. police say one of their own, 24-year veteran Shannon Kepler, gunned down his daughter's boyfriend in the street. The victim, Jeremy Lake, was 19 years old. Emory Brian reports for CBS News from Tulsa.
Earthquakes in Oklahoma have skyrocketed. Before 2008, there was one per year. Now, there is about one per day
Earthquakes in Oklahoma have skyrocketed. Before 2008, there was one per year. Now, there is about one per day. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Edmond, Oklahoma.
Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., says veterans too often receive poor medical care at VA facilities even after they've waited too long for an appointment
Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., says veterans too often receive poor medical care at VA facilities even after they've waited too long for an appointment.
Just as firefighters seemed to be gaining the upper hand on a deadly wildfire north of Oklahoma City, the National Weather Service issued a "red flag warning," saying powerful winds could cause more hotspots to flare up today
Just as firefighters seemed to be gaining the upper hand on a deadly wildfire north of Oklahoma City, the National Weather Service issued a "red flag warning," saying powerful winds could cause more hotspots to flare up today. Anna Werner reports.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
Helicopters dropped water on the flames Monday hoping to prevent the wildfire from spreading
Helicopters dropped water on the flames Monday hoping to prevent the wildfire from spreading. High temperatures and strong winds are making it difficult to fight the fire. CBS News' Anna Werner reports from Guthrie, Okla., where the governor declared a state of emergency.
Plumes of smoke rose hundreds of feet in the air above central Oklahoma Monday, a day after a controlled burn quickly spread
Plumes of smoke rose hundreds of feet in the air above central Oklahoma Monday, a day after a controlled burn quickly spread. National Guard helicopters dropped water, but drifting embers carried by the wind sparked new fires. At least six homes have burned, and one man has been killed as thousands of people are still under evacuation orders. Anna Werner reports.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home after new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
The second gold medal of the Milano Cortina Games was awarded to Frida Karlsson of Sweden in the women's 10km+10km skiathlon.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."
The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Run Right Into It."
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
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Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
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Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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 will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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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
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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.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
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Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
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The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."
The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Run Right Into It."
How drones impact Super Bowl security
While drones give Super Bowl viewers some of the coolest shots of the game, they also impact security. "CBS Saturday Morning" explores how.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.