Swatting incidents targeting government officials on the rise
The alarming rise of swatting incidents, involving hoax 911 calls leading to high-risk police responses, are increasingly targeting government officials across the U.S. As political tensions escalate, these dangerous pranks are often motivated by the victims’ political stances or fueled by misinformation. CBS News’ Scott MacFarlane investigates.
Emily Tisch Sussman on what prompted her to start her podcast
Tisch Sussman, once a lawyer and Democratic strategist, now thrives as the creator and host of the acclaimed podcast, “She Pivots.” As the award-winning podcast gears up for its third season, Sussman shares her journey and the impactful narratives she uncovers.
Two children die in St. Charles County fire
DEFIANCE, Mo — The St. Charles County Police are reporting that they are assisting the fire department with traffic control in response to a house fire in the Defiance area. Around 8:40 a.m. on January 19, police were responding to a house fire in the 2000 block of Highway 94 in Defiance, Missouri. St. Charles County […]
Biden says he is forgiving another $5 billion in student debt
President Biden said that of the borrowers who can get their loans forgiven, nearly 44,000 are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others who are eligible for forgiveness after working 10 years of public service.
House committee seeks answers from defense secretary on hospitalization
The House Armed Services Committee has asked Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to testify before it on Feb. 14.
Winter storm heads for East Coast with freezing temperatures still felt across U.S.
Frigid temperatures are still gripping most of the country, with more snow expected in the Northeast over the weekend. Meteorologist Felicia Combs from the Weather Channel has the latest forecast.
Ukrainian drone strike sparks huge blaze at oil depot inside Russia
Flames shot into the sky after a Ukrainian drone struck an oil depot inside Russia, as Kyiv steps up attacks nearly 2 years into Russia’s invasion.
Apple Vision Pro headset presale begins
Apple is introducing its newest product to consumers, a mixed reality headset called the Vision Pro. It’s touted as having some of the most advanced features yet, including a 3D camera, 4K visuals and a new way to experience photos and videos from your iCloud. Scott Stein, an editor-at-large for CNET, joined CBS News to […]
North Korea claims it tested underwater nuclear attack drone
North Korea says it has tested a nuclear-capable underwater attack drone in response to a combined naval exercise by South Korea, the United States and Japan earlier this week. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more.
Woman accused of killing pro-war blogger in café faces 28 years in prison
Darya Trepova, 26, admitted giving Vladlen Tatarsky the object but said she believed it had contained a hidden listening device, not a bomb.
