Truck driver charged in deadly “super fog” pileup in Louisiana
The driver of an 80,000-pound truck was driving at a “negligent speed” when he hit the pileup, leading to the death of one man, police said.
U.S. measles cases so far this year now exceed all of 2023
Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
Judge expected to rule today on Fani Willis removal from Trump case
A judge is expected to issue a ruling on whether or not to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from overseeing Georgia’s election interference case against former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on the case and some of Trump’s other legal battles.
Ex-FBI informant accused of lying about Bidens was called a “fraudster” in a prior case
A CBS News investigation reveals serious questions were raised about Alexander Smirnov, the ex-FBI informant who is accused of making false claims about President Biden and his son Hunter nearly a decade earlier. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Colorado snowstorm dumps several feet of snow
A huge winter storm has dumped several feet of snow in Colorado, forcing the state to partially close a major highway as tens of thousands of people are without power.
Eye Opener: Deadly tornadoes devastate the Midwest
Powerful storms cause deadly tornadoes across the Midwest, leaving behind widespread devastation. Also, the father of a convicted school shooter is found guilty of manslaughter. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Father of school shooter found guilty of manslaughter
The father of school shooter Ethan Crumbley has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter. Crumbley’s mother was also convicted last month.
Biden-Harris campaign focuses on abortion access to drive voters to polls
Vice President Kamala Harris visited an abortion clinic in Minnesota yesterday, becoming the first person in her position to do so while in office. The Biden-Harris campaign has focused on abortion rights in 2024, especially after the fall of Roe v. Wade.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls on Israel to hold election to replace prime minister
A longtime supporter of Israel is now criticizing its leadership’s approach to the Israel-Hamas war. In a speech on Thursday, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer denounced Hamas for its Oct. 7 attack. He also issued a warning about the conduct of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called on Israel to hold a new election.
Prince William appears at event as rumors swirl
As rumors continue to swirl around the status of Kate, Princess of Wales, her husband Prince William appeared at an event honoring his mother, the late Princess Diana. His brother, Prince Harry, also attended virtually. Ramy Inocencio has the latest on the royal drama.
