How a man in a tiny town draws thousands of carolers at Christmas
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how a defunct general store in Nora, South Dakota, which has a population of just two people, spreads holiday cheer each Christmas.
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Beloved dog rescued from Hurricane Milton finds forever home
"CBS Mornings" contributor David Begnaud shows how Trooper got a second chance with a couple who share a longstanding connection with his breed.
Bestselling author explains the science of happiness: "You can do the work"
Bestselling author and Harvard professor Arthur Brooks opens up about how enjoyment, satisfaction and meaning in life can increase a person's wellbeing.
How two California men were united by patriotism and a weathered flag
A weathered American flag outside 66-year-old Napoleon Fuller's Menifee, California home connected him with a Vietnam veteran. That connection gave him a renewed sense of pride.
Two men find purpose on Chattanooga's Walnut Street Bridge
In a 48-hour journey through Chattanooga, CBS News contributor David Begnaud found two men whose stories of compassion and self-expression reveal the power of human connection.
Dog saved from Hurricane Milton floodwaters reunited with rescuer
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how a dog rescued just before Hurricane Milton hit Florida is inspiring others to foster and adopt animals.
How twins who grew up in foster care are paying it forward
Cherry and Sherry Wilmore are known in their hometown of Houma, Louisiana, as "everybody's favorite twins."
Stranger spent 5 months searching for person who lost $500: "It wasn't mine."
After misplacing $500 from a football pool win, Greg Thow got a life-changing call from a woman who spent months searching for him to return the lost money.
Steve Gleason gets candid about ALS and the moment that saved his life
Former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason and his wife Michel talk about how ALS has changed their lives, relive his legendary 2006 punt block and more in an interview with David Begnaud.
Meeet "Trash the Clown," unconventional hero cleaning up her hometown
A Port Huron mom, known as "Trash the Clown," is cleaning up her city one bag at a time and inspiring community involvement.
Dear David: Stories of triumph that inspire perseverance and compassion
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shares inspiring stories of perseverance and compassion.
Teen caught graffitiing finds unexpected support from Sioux Falls mayor
Jaden Brunz, an 18-year-old artist, turned a risky graffiti project into a promising opportunity with the help of Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken.
David Begnaud honors his former teacher who's retiring after decades of teaching
CBS News contributor David Begnaud surprises his former teacher and mentor, who has made an impact on countless lives through her decades in the classroom.
Tulane University students design, build tiny home for man in need
For 10 months, students at Tulane University worked to design and build a tiny home for a member of their community in need. The home is just 440 square feet, but its impact is immeasurable.
Man's simple greeting every school morning leaves lasting impact
Dick Kazan is dedicated to sharing a simple message that makes a big difference in people's daily lives, but he didn't always have that perspective.
Social media sensation Judge Frank Caprio on cancer diagnosis, courtroom lessons
Through his actions and words, Judge Frank Caprio has shown that compassion and kindness can make a significant difference in people's lives.
11-year-old turns lawn mowing dreams into reality
Now 11 years old, Quentin Hines Jr. started his lawn care journey when he was just 8.
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5th victim dies a month after Hawaii fireworks explosion
A 29-year-old man who died nearly a month after sustaining serious burns was among six victims recovering at the Arizona Burn Center.
Trump administration offering buyouts to federal workers if not returning to office
The White House expects up to 10% of federal employees to quit in a buyout program meant to end work-from-home practices, senior administration officials said.
What does Trump's federal funding freeze mean for people who get aid?
Many are unclear on how sweeping the federal funding freeze is intended to be. Here are programs it could affect.
Here's the financial impact of the Fed's expected pause on rate cuts
The Fed is expected to hold off on another rate cut at its Jan. 29 meeting. Here's what it means for your finances.
Elusive, palm-sized shrew caught on camera for the first time
To take photos of the Mount Lyell shrew, three students laid out over 100 traps last November in the Eastern Sierra Nevada region and checked them every two hours.
Senate Democrats block bill to sanction International Criminal Court
Democrats said that as written, the ICC sanctions bill would backfire on U.S. allies and companies.
DeepSeek raises national security concerns, U.S. officials say
Lawmakers and experts say China's DeepSeek AI app could expose U.S. users to risks and promote censorship.
Democratic states plan to sue over Trump's federal grant funding freeze
A Monday night memo could affect programs in every state, from aid to nonprofits to small business loans and local government grants.
House Democrats launch review of firing of Jack Smith's team
Top House Democrats say that the way in which Jack Smith's staffers were fired "very likely violated longstanding federal laws."
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5th victim dies a month after Hawaii fireworks explosion
A 29-year-old man who died nearly a month after sustaining serious burns was among six victims recovering at the Arizona Burn Center.
Trump administration offering buyouts to federal workers if not returning to office
The White House expects up to 10% of federal employees to quit in a buyout program meant to end work-from-home practices, senior administration officials said.
What does Trump's federal funding freeze mean for people who get aid?
Many are unclear on how sweeping the federal funding freeze is intended to be. Here are programs it could affect.
Here's the financial impact of the Fed's expected pause on rate cuts
The Fed is expected to hold off on another rate cut at its Jan. 29 meeting. Here's what it means for your finances.
Elusive, palm-sized shrew caught on camera for the first time
To take photos of the Mount Lyell shrew, three students laid out over 100 traps last November in the Eastern Sierra Nevada region and checked them every two hours.
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Trump administration offering buyouts to federal workers if not returning to office
The White House expects up to 10% of federal employees to quit in a buyout program meant to end work-from-home practices, senior administration officials said.
What does Trump's federal funding freeze mean for people who get aid?
Many are unclear on how sweeping the federal funding freeze is intended to be. Here are programs it could affect.
Here's the financial impact of the Fed's expected pause on rate cuts
The Fed is expected to hold off on another rate cut at its Jan. 29 meeting. Here's what it means for your finances.
DeepSeek raises national security concerns, U.S. officials say
Lawmakers and experts say China's DeepSeek AI app could expose U.S. users to risks and promote censorship.
Republican attorneys general call out Costco for maintaining DEI
Costco shareholders days ago rejected anti-DEI proposal. The retailer says DEI is good for business.
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Trump administration offering buyouts to federal workers if not returning to office
The White House expects up to 10% of federal employees to quit in a buyout program meant to end work-from-home practices, senior administration officials said.
What does Trump's federal funding freeze mean for people who get aid?
Many are unclear on how sweeping the federal funding freeze is intended to be. Here are programs it could affect.
Special election for Minn. Senate District 60: See live results
A special election is being held Tuesday for Minnesota Senate District 60. Follow live results here.
Senate Democrats block bill to sanction International Criminal Court
Democrats said that as written, the ICC sanctions bill would backfire on U.S. allies and companies.
Democratic states plan to sue over Trump's federal grant funding freeze
A Monday night memo could affect programs in every state, from aid to nonprofits to small business loans and local government grants.
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White House blames "outage" for locking Medicaid out of funding site
The online system for federal health funding warned of delays due to executive orders after the Trump administration announced a freeze.
Caroline Kennedy calls RFK Jr. a "predator" in letter to senators
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s cousin urged senators to reject his nomination as health and human services secretary.
Dads can get postpartum depression too. Symptoms, causes to know.
Postpartum depression, a serious mental health condition, isn't just something new moms can struggle with — studies show new dads can also be affected.
How are H5N9 and H5N1 different? What to know after California bird flu outbreak
A different strain of H5N9 has shown up in U.S. birds before.
RFK Jr. to face Senate confirmation hearings tomorrow. Here's what to know.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will answer questions from the Senate's Finance Committee on Wednesday.
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More Ukrainians ready for a ceasefire with Russia, but not at any cost
Three years of war with Russia and the threat of U.S. support dwindling has many Ukrainians ready for a ceasefire, but they want some guarantees.
DeepSeek raises national security concerns, U.S. officials say
Lawmakers and experts say China's DeepSeek AI app could expose U.S. users to risks and promote censorship.
Doomsday clock ticks down, closest ever to "global catastrophe"
The decades-old international symbol is meant to be a metaphor showing how close humanity is to catastrophe.
Inside one northern Gaza resident's harrowing return to a shattered home
Monzer al-Sharafi survived months in a tent with his family in southern Gaza. CBS News joined him for the grueling trek back to find what was left of his life.
New lead emerges in cold case mass murder mystery
The cold case known as the "Crazy Killers of Brabant" revolves around decades-old supermarket robberies that killed 28 people in Belgium.
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Grammy nominee Teddy Swims on love, growth and embracing change
Nominated for Best New Artist at the 2025 Grammy Awards, Teddy Swims told "CBS Mornings" that his new album, "I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)," marks a new chapter for the singer.
Roxanne Shanté on making Grammys history
Hip-hop trailblazer Roxanne Shanté will make history this week when she becomes the first solo female rapper to receive a lifetime achievement award at the Grammys. "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King met Shanté in her hometown of Queens, New York, where it all started.
Teddy Swims on Grammy nomination, new album
Singer-songwriter Teddy Swims reacts to his Grammy nomination for best new artist, chats about his new album "I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part II)" and explains what it's like hearing his hit song "Lose Control" in the wild in an interview with "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King for the show's "Road to the Grammys" series.
Brooklyn Park teen debuts first movie at 19
It's known as one of the toughest businesses to crack into, but a Brooklyn Park teen is making her way in Hollywood.
Pete Davidson and Dav Pilkey on "Dog Man"
The playful anarchy of author-illustrator Dav Pilkey's bestselling "Dog Man" series, about a hero cop who is part-man, part-police dog, is now on screen in a new animated film, with comedian Pete Davidson playing Dog Man's arch-nemesis, Petey the Cat.
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What DeepSeek means for U.S. AI ambitions
The artificial intelligence arms race has a new competitor out of China. A new AI app made by Chinese tech startup DeepSeek appears to be better and significantly cheaper than its American counterparts. Christine Mui, tech reporter for Politico, joins "America Decides" to unpack why the app rollout has created a frenzy in the U.S.
DeepSeek raises national security concerns, U.S. officials say
Lawmakers and experts say China's DeepSeek AI app could expose U.S. users to risks and promote censorship.
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.
Chinese AI company DeepSeek: What to know
Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek made major waves on Wall Street Monday. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on what DeepSeek is and why it's making such an impact.
Google Maps will rename Gulf of Mexico and Denali for users in the U.S.
Google will rename the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska's Denali on its maps for users in the U.S. following President Trump's controversial executive order.
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Elusive, palm-sized shrew caught on camera for the first time
To take photos of the Mount Lyell shrew, three students laid out over 100 traps last November in the Eastern Sierra Nevada region and checked them every two hours.
World's biggest iceberg could collide with Antarctic penguin island
The biggest iceberg on Earth is heading toward a remote island, creating a potential threat to penguins and seals inhabiting the area.
66-million-year-old vomit found by amateur fossil hunter
A paleontologist hailed the discovery as "truly an unusual find," adding it helped explain the relationships in the prehistoric food chain.
Climate scientist: "There's no place that's safe"
Experts discuss the increased intensity we can expect from destructive weather events due to climate change, while an amateur meteorologist explains how he helped sound the alarm as wildfires spread towards the L.A. County community of Altadena.
Scientists make "jaw-dropping" discovery about Iron Age women in U.K.
Scientists analyzing 2,000-year-old DNA have revealed that a Celtic society in the southern U.K. during the Iron Age was centered around women, a study said.
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One of FBI's 10 most wanted nabbed during traffic stop in Florida
Donald Eugene Fields II was indicted in St. Louis for allegedly attempting to recruit and exploit a minor for commercial sex acts.
New lead emerges in cold case mass murder mystery
The cold case known as the "Crazy Killers of Brabant" revolves around decades-old supermarket robberies that killed 28 people in Belgium.
2 killed, 2 police officers wounded in shooting at Indiana grocery store
There was no immediate word on what prompted the gunfire, but investigators said there was no threat to the public.
Woman sentenced for helping pregnant Chinese women get to U.S.
A California woman was sentenced to 41 months in prison for helping Chinese women travel to the U.S. to deliver babies who automatically became American citizens.
Nigerian man extradited to U.S. for alleged sextortion of South Carolina teen
Gavin Guffey, the son of South Carolina state Rep. Brandon Guffey, died by suicide in 2022.
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SpaceX launches 21 new Starlink satellites
SpaceX has successfully launched its newest round of Starlink satellites into Earth's lower orbit from a Falcon 9 rocket. Twenty-one total satellites were onboard, and 13 of them have direct-to-cellphone capabilities. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
How to see a planetary parade this weekend
Four planets will be in the parade in January, while seven will align in February. Here's how to see the events.
Supersonic winds rage on planet over 500 light-years from Earth
Researchers said this was the fastest wind ever measured in a jetstream that goes around a planet.
FAA orders investigation into SpaceX Starship failure
A fire in the aft section of SpaceX's Starship trigged the apparent explosion that destroyed the spacecraft, the company says.
What's next for SpaceX?
SpaceX completed its seventh launch of the Starship rocket, Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit and a NASA astronaut stuck in space went on her first spacewalk in seven months. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks down the latest stories.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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Do Ukrainians want a ceasefire?
The fighting in Ukraine has not let up since Russia launched its full-scale invasion nearly three years ago. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on what Ukrainians think about a possible ceasefire. Then, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how a pause in U.S. foreign aid could affect the war.
Judge blocks directive freezing federal assistance
A memo from the White House budget office sent Monday called for a spending freeze on federal assistance beginning Tuesday night, causing chaos and confusion about the scope of the order. But just as the freeze was set to kick in, a federal judge paused the directive. Nancy Cordes has more.
More Ukrainians ready to accept ceasefire
After three years of war, a little more than half of Ukrainians say they're ready to accept a ceasefire with Russia, but they have conditions. Holly Williams explains.
L.A. wildfire cleanup complicated by debris
After weeks of devastation, the deadly southern California wildfires are nearly fully contained. However, dangerous conditions on the ground are complicating the cleanup efforts. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
China's DeepSeek takes U.S. tech by surprise
China on Monday unveiled its DeepSeek artificial intelligence, shocking the U.S. tech sector and sending chip-maker Nvidia's stock tumbling. Anna Coren reports.