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The Daily Report - Masih Alinejad on facing would-be assassin - A would-be assassin operating on behalf of the Iranian government has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. Prosecutors say an Iranian operative hired Brooklyn man Carslile Rivera to assassinate women's rights activist Masih Alinejad for $100,000. Prosecutors note he may not have known he was working for Iran. Alinejad, a CBS News contributor, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss. 3H ago - 05:18
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Latest CBS News Videos - Gov. Walz calls out Trump's attacks on Ilhan Omar - The situation on the ground in Minneapolis remains volatile after an attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar. Matt Gutman has the latest. 4M ago - 03:1712 minutes ago
Treasury's Bessent says Trump Accounts could be "a rainy day fund" -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the benefits of Trump Accounts and addressed affordability concerns in an interview with CBS News.3 hours ago
Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase to contribute $1,000 to Trump Accounts3 hours ago
Ancient species that survived mass extinction event found in China -- The fossils offer a rare glimpse into a cataclysmic event that brought a sudden end to the greatest explosion of life in our planet's history.6 hours ago
Bruce Springsteen releases new song, "Streets of Minneapolis" -- Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."6 hours ago
Texas man becomes first person executed in U.S. in 2026 -- A Texas man became the first person executed in the U.S. this year. The man killed his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend. At one point, he escaped prison for three days.55 minutes ago
Gerber recalls some arrowroot biscuits over potential plastic, paper pieces -- The recall affects several batches of the 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, the FDA said.4 hours ago
Trump outraged by Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame snub: "Should be overturned!" -- Bill Belichick, who led the New England Patriots to six Super Bowls titles, did not receive enough votes in his first year as a candidate for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.4 hours ago
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train -- As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.3 hours ago
Iranian man describes surviving deadly protest crackdown -- Amid an ongoing internet blackout in Iran, one man was able to get through and speak with CBS News, describing what he said was a massacre of anti-government protesters in early January.13 hours ago
CBS Boise chief meteorologist Roland Steadham killed in plane crash -- Roland Steadham and one other person were aboard a small plane that crashed into the icy Payette River on Tuesday.5 hours ago
AI Took Control of My Life and I Love It -- I gave it my passwords, my calendar, and my money. It gave me my life back.5 days ago
How Holocaust Denial Became Mainstream -- As memory of the atrocity fades, the war over its meaning is more important than ever.1 day ago
How Democrats Lost Men -- When men no longer feel honored, they're more prone to embrace the far-right narrative of self-victimization.1 day ago
Trump warns Iran to make a nuclear deal, threatening new U.S. attack -- Suggesting Iran could suffer the same fate as Venezuela, Trump warns Tehran to negotiate a new nuclear agreement, or face "major destruction."5 hours ago
Man sprays Rep. Ilhan Omar with unknown substance at town hall -- Rep. Ilhan Omar was calling for the abolishment of ICE and for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign when a man sitting in the front row rushed up and sprayed her. He was arrested and Omar was not injured, police said.7 hours ago
Rubio: U.S. doesn't expect to take further military action in Venezuela "at any time" -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before Congress about Nicolas Maduro's capture and the future of Venezuela, and also fielded questions about Iran and Greenland.5 hours ago
Are Trump's tariffs fueling a boom in trade deals for China and India? -- As Trump's unpredictable tariff tactics prompt longtime U.S. trade partners to find alternatives, India and China seem happy to step in and get deals done.9 hours ago
Tillis becomes first GOP senator to call for "incompetent" Noem to step down -- Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski later echoed the sentiments shared by her colleague, Sen. Thom Tillis. -- Jan 272 hours ago
How much interest will a $10,000 short-term CD earn in 2026? -- If you want to earn a sizable (and quick) return on your money, a $10,000 short-term CD account could be worth it now.6 hours ago
What's a good short-term CD account interest rate in 2026?6 hours ago
$40,000 CD account vs. $40,000 high-yield savings account: Which can earn more in 2026?1 day ago
Sponsored - Will gold keep climbing in 2026? What older investors should do - and avoid - Gold prices are surging, but things could look very different over time. Here's how older investors should respond. 8H ago55 minutes ago
Gold vs. silver: Which will be better for your portfolio in 2026? 5 things to consider8 hours ago
Gold and taxes: What investors need to remember this tax season1 day ago
What is the price of silver today: January 28, 2026? -- The price of silver has been surging for more than a year. Here's how much it costs per ounce right now.9 hours ago
Can you buy silver bars and coins from a bank?9 hours ago
Silver breaks $100 per ounce record: 3 reasons to get invested right now1 day ago
Apple's Tim Cook calls for "de-escalation" after Alex Pretti's killing -- Cook is joining other CEOs in weighing in on federal immigration enforcement following Pretti's killing on Jan. 24.9 hours ago
TikTok's new privacy policy is sparking a backlash. Here's what to know. -- Some TikTok users are raising questions about the app's new terms and conditions after the social media platform's split from its China-based parent.4 hours ago
Tax season is here - don't fall for these common scams -- The FTC is warning taxpayers to keep an eye out for phishing and smishing scams aimed at stealing tax refunds and personal data.10 hours ago
Amazon slashing some 16,000 jobs in its latest layoff round -- Amazon is cutting about 16,000 jobs after eliminating some 14,000 in October.15 hours ago
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Trump warns Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey -- President Trump mentioned Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey in a social media post regarding resistance to federal law enforcement. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.9 hours ago
Why Trump may not demand that Noem step down -- President Trump has signalled that Kristi Noem's job atop the Department of Homeland Security is not in danger. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has the latest confirmed information.9 hours ago
Rubio on attempts to get Maduro to leave -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Trump administration "made multiple attempts" to get former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to leave the country before the U.S. military operation to capture him. "You couldn't make a deal with this guy," Rubio told GOP Sen. James Risch of Idaho.9 hours ago
Man goes viral for response to ICE raids -- Greg Ketter, a Minnesota bookstore owner, is one of the many residents who have been protesting the aggressive ICE raids across the state. CBS News' Lana Zak has more on the manifestations.9 hours ago
CBS Evening News - Thousands face freezing temps without power - Officials are still working to restore power for thousands of people amid a dangerous cold plunge. Meanwhile, ice is creating problems for waterways in New York City. Kati Weiss and Tom Hanson have more. 2H ago - 04:0146 minutes ago
Assault on Rep. Omar comes amid growing threats -- A man sprayed Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar with an unknown liquid at a town hall in Minneapolis. As Scott MacFarlane reports, it comes amid a growing wave of political violence in America.1 hour ago
Iranian protester recounts deadly massacre -- After mass protests in Iran erupted in December and continued to escalate into the new year, the government shut down internet access throughout the country. But after weeks of trying, one man in Iran was able to get through the blackout and speak with CBS News on a video call. Ramy Inocencio reports.1 hour ago
Bessent touts Trump Accounts as "rainy day fund" -- President Trump is celebrating what he calls "one of the most transformative" policies of all time -- a new, so-called Trump Account for kids, with the U.S. government chipping in the first $1,000. Kelly O'Grady spoke to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.1 hour ago
Bill Belichick rejected as Hall of Famer -- Legendary former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick will not be a first-ballot Pro Football Hall of Famer after he fell short of the 40 votes needed for induction, sources told CBS Sports.55 minutes ago
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FBI searching Georgia election office -- The FBI executed a search on Wednesday at an election hub in Fulton County, Georgia. A county official confirmed the search is in connection with the 2020 presidential election. Georgia State Sen. Josh McLaurin told reporters earlier that agents were there to find and take 700 boxes of ballots. David Becker, CBS News election law expert, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.1 hour ago
Lawmakers press Rubio on Venezuela -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio was on Capitol Hill on Tuesday answering questions about the Trump administration's reasoning for taking action in Venezuela and its plan moving forward. He was also pressed on why Congress was not consulted before military action was taken against another sovereign nation. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.1 hour ago
40 years since the Space Shuttle Challenger -- Wednesday marks 40 years since the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster. On Jan. 28, 1986, the Challenger took off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. But just 73 seconds after lift-off, it exploded. All seven crew members, including high school teacher Christa McAuliffe, lost their lives. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood covered the launch when it happened and joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.1 hour ago
Trump sharpens threats against Iran -- President Trump ramped up his threats against Iran Wednesday, demanding that it come to a nuclear deal with the U.S. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.1 hour ago
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South Carolina measles outbreak explodes -- Nearly 800 confirmed cases have made South Carolina the latest epicenter for measles. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.1 hour ago
