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In Bethlehem, the Christmas story comes to life with a tree lighting in manger square, but empty streets reveal a holy city struggling without pilgrims or tourists. Twenty years after a family’s self-published elf on the shelf, now a Christmas icon from school roofs to Macy's parade and SNL skits. Flamingos are returning to Florida's everglades, hopeful signs that these rare sightings in the wild could signal a comeback for the pink birds. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why the weather could make holiday travel for some a challenge. The FDA approves a new option in the world of weight loss drugs. And, all aboard! A Christmas train bringing joy to the rails from stop to stop. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You know about self driving cars, but what about self landing planes? Senior Transportation Correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the story of one plane that got an unexpected live tryout. Over 100 million Americans are on the move this week for the holidays. We break down where the weather is holding strong, and where it isn't. And, meet the group trying to bring back Christmas Caroling. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Department of Justice has partially released the Epstein files. Coast to coast is seeing some of the worst weather related travel delays. And, on the CBS Evening News' "On the Road", meet the Secret Santa who's making a huge difference in people's lives. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A possible break in the Brown University shooting case as police believe they have identified a person interest. President Trump signs an executive order for one of the most significant drug policy changes in decades. And, our exclusive interview with the father of an American Rabbi who was wounded in the deadly Hanukkah shooting at Bondi beach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While President Trump prepares to address the nation tonight, he also is ratcheting up pressure on Venezuela. Nick Reiner makes his first court appearance after being charged with the murder of his parents. And, bringing the magic of the season to kids whose home for the holidays is the hospital. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The son of legendary actor and director Rob Reiner is formally charged with two counts of first degree murder. Why more and more people say they're cutting back on holiday spending this year. And, how does Santa deliver all those presents each year? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police continue their search for the gunman who killed two Brown University students and wounded nine others. More details are emerging in the deaths of director Rob Reiner and his wife. Taking a look back at his legacy that helped define a generation. The Hanukkah massacre at Bondi Beach. Did the Australian government ignore the rise in antisemitism? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newly-released photos from the Epstein estate featuring President Trump, and former President Bill Clinton, plus other high profile figures. How these images are raising new questions. The troubling surge in flu cases. The advice Dr. Jon LaPook has for staying safe during the holidays. And, on the CBS Evening News' "On the Road", Steve Hartman shows us the healing powers in a bowl of gumbo. It's a story of comfort food and kindness. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parts of the Northwest are being slammed by an atmospheric river, as tens of thousands of residents have been advised to evacuate for safety from flooding. First responders have begun using boats to rescue stranded people. The Treasury Department added new sanctions on several family members of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, as well as six oil tankers it says have been used to fuel Maduro's “narco-terrorist regime." A routine formation jump turned chaotic when a reserve chute snagged on the plane, slamming a skydiver into the tail and leaving him dangling midair. He cut himself free, fought through tangled lines and managed to land with only minor injuries. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How one man's idea is becoming a new way to prevent another tragedy, months after the deadly flash flood at Camp Mystic in central Texas. Millions of Americans have been laid of in 2025. On the CBS Evening News' "Eye on America", how one town in California is trying to stay sweet after losing its sugar processing plant. There is a type of love only a grandma can provide, and we meet just one of the women who are extending their comfort to anyone who asks for it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest developments in the reported shooting on the campus of Kentucky State University A stranger finds priceless family photos that former talk show host Rikki Lake believed were gone forever. And, is it possible to keep kids off of their cell phones? Why the whole world is keeping a close eye on Australia's new social media ban. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump fires back at Marjorie Taylor Greene following her explosive interview with "60 Minutes". On the CBS Evening News' "Eye on America", a look at the hidden costs of senior care. And, what was found in Luigi Mangione's bag that convinced police he allegedly committed murder. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CDC's vaccine advisory panel votes to stop recommending the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine. The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship, which automatically grants citizenship to anyone born in the U.S. The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the Republican National Committee and Democratic National Committee headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021, is believed to be a supporter of President Trump and has been speaking with investigators, multiple sources told CBS News. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been exactly one year since UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was murdered in Manhattan. And 27-year-old Luigi Mangione is back in a New York courtroom today, as attention turns to his interactions with the police officers who arrested him at a McDonald's in Altoona, Pennsylvania, five days into the manhunt. The FBI has arrested a man in connection with two pipe bombs that were planted outside the Democratic National Committee and Republican National Committee headquarters the night before the Jan. 6 Capitol riot in 2021. Military officials showed lawmakers video of a second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat behind closed doors on Capitol Hill on Thursday, and testified that there was no order from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to kill everyone on board, multiple lawmakers said. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

According to a new report, President Trump's Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth could have endangered the lives of U.S. troops because of his use of the app "Signal". The growing multi-billion dollar industry where you can gamble on anything. From hair color to intelligence, taking you inside Silicon Valley's push for parents to build their own babies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Northeast gets its first big snowfall. What's next for the storm as it moves up the coast. Taxpayer funded charter schools have seen a rise in popularity. Our investigation that found oversight for these schools is limited, leaving some parents now feeling betrayed. And an American city is suing food makers over what they're saying are negative health consequences of eating overly processed foods. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luigi Mangione returns to court in NYC for pretrial hearings on evidence in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing. White House confirms second strike on alleged drug boat, but denies Hegseth gave the order. Wounded National Guard member Andrew Wolfe responded to nurse and wiggled toes, West Virginia governor says. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two national guardsman fatally shot near the White House on the Eve of Thanksgiving. Americans of all ages are living more active lifestyles. A look at how tariffs will impact the cost of your Christmas trees. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. officials have negotiated the terms of a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. Is peace at hand between the warring countries? This weekend, Ohio State and Michigan renew their college football rivalry. On the CBS Evening News' "Eye on America", a look at the trash talk that happens after the game. And, the ultimate Thanksgiving showdown with what's on your plate. The big debate between turkey and ham. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices