The Grammys are still happening, but with refocus on L.A. fires relief
The 2025 Grammys are still happening next month in L.A. with a refocus on fundraising to support wildfire relief.
Music
Sam Moore, who sang "Soul Man" in Sam & Dave duo, dies at 89
Sam Moore, who influenced musicians including Michael Jackson, Al Green and Bruce Springsteen, was inducted with Dave Prater into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.
Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary dies at age 86
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Jimmy Carter and his love of America's music
"Sunday Morning" contributor Bill Flanagan remembers the former president's love of music, and how his celebrations of America's musical heritage spanned the genres of country, gospel, classical, jazz, blues and rock 'n' roll.
Film concerts: Performing movie music live
An increasingly popular symphony orchestra concert is a screening of a movie such as "Jaws" accompanied by a live performance of the music—reeling in new audiences to the concert hall.
Wayne Osmond, brother of Donny and Marie, dies at age 73
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Who's performing at tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025?
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
Bob Dylan's enduring love affair with the movies
The iconic singer-songwriter has long been a silver screen presence – as an actor, a subject of documentaries, and the figure in biopics. But Bob Dylan's love of movies has been a recurring theme in his art and his persona.
The story of Handel's "Messiah"
Since its premiere in 1742, George Frideric Handel's 3.5-hour oratorio for chorus, soloists and orchestra has become a timeless message of hope, and a Christmas tradition.
Alicia Keys surprises students at her former high school
The 16-time Grammy winner returned to the Professional Performing Arts School in New York, where she first began her career, and shares advice with current students.
The Grateful Dead, Kennedy Center honorees, reflect on the band's legacy
Surviving members of the Grateful Dead, Bobby Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart, revisit the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.
Maggie Rogers on her long-form music: "I've always loved art that takes time"
The singer-songwriter went from being an NYU music student wowing Pharrell Williams in a viral video, to selling out Madison Square Garden. She talks about musical obsessions, and her appreciation for listeners with patience.
Audra McDonald on "Gypsy" and playing the mother of all stage mothers
In the new Broadway revival of "Gypsy," six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald takes on one of musical theater's most demanding roles: stage mother Rose, who pushes daughter Gypsy Rose Lee into becoming a striptease artist.
Bonnie Raitt on iconic music career and Kennedy Center honors
Bonnie Raitt reflects on her 50-year career, including iconic hits like "I Can't Make You Love Me" to her recent Kennedy Center honor.
Kennedy Center honoree Arturo Sandoval credits jazz with saving his life
Trumpeter Arturo Sandoval credits jazz for helping him to pursue his dreams in the U.S. after defecting from Cuba.
Dua Lipa on why she had been dreaming to perform at Royal Albert Hall
The special concert features a duet with Elton John and a reunion with her childhood music teacher.
Billie Eilish on what she's found "liberating"
With her album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft," and her current tour (her first without brother Finneas), Billie Eilish is discovering parts of herself she didn't know were there – from finding a new voice as a songwriter, to stretching her singing after starting vocal lessons.
The Apollo Theater at 90
Dionne Warwick, Smokey Robinson and Melba Moore discuss the history of the Harlem landmark "where stars are born and legends are made."
Former My Chemical Romance drummer Bob Bryar dead at 44
Bob Bryar played on My Chemical Romance's career-defining rock opera, "The Black Parade."
Elvis Duran on the magic of radio and his special bond with listeners
Since 1996, the New York City and Santa Fe-based disc jockey has hosted "Elvis Duran and the Morning Show," the country's most popular Top-40 morning program.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Mick Fleetwood plays to the future in Maui
Last year's horrific wildfires turned Lahaina into a disaster zone, and destroyed the Fleetwood Mac founder's club, Fleetwood's on Front Street. Today, Mick Fleetwood is determined to rebuild, saying, "There has to be music."
Shelby Lynne on how personal struggles and friendships impacted her music
Singer-songwriter Shelby Lynne opens up about her new album and how her friendships helped save her when she thought her recording career could be over.
Chris Stapleton wins 4 CMAs; Morgan Wallen named entertainer of the year
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
Paul Simon says group's steps toward hearing loss cure gives him hope
CBS News' Anthony Mason joins Paul Simon on a trip to the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss, to explore how researchers are getting closer to finding answers about repairing and preventing hearing loss.
Entertainment
The Grammys are still happening, but with refocus on L.A. fires relief
The 2025 Grammys are still happening next month in L.A. with a refocus on fundraising to support wildfire relief.
Gwendoline Christie on new "Severance"
The hit show "Severance" returns for season two, where office workers have been altered to forget their outside lives. Gwendoline Christie joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the intense premise and what's ahead for the series.
Princess Kate announces she's in remission from cancer
Princess Kate made the announcement on social media after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment.
Ayesha Curry on new book imprint
Chef, entrepreneur and author Ayesha Curry joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss expanding her empire into publishing, uplifting diverse voices and why she selected her imprint's first novel "Honeysuckle and Bone" by Trisha Tobias.
Ayesha Curry launches book imprint
Chef, entrepreneur and bestselling author Ayesha Curry expands her empire into publishing with "Sweet July Books," an imprint dedicated to diverse voices. The first novel, "Honeysuckle and Bone" by Trisha Tobias, follows a young woman discovering dark secrets in Jamaica. They join "CBS Mornings."
Carrie Underwood to perform at Trump's inauguration
The country music star is set to perform "America the Beautiful" before Trump takes the oath of office.
Graham Norton on the art of storytelling
Talk show host and bestselling author Graham Norton joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his fifth novel, "Frankie," which follows the extraordinary life of an 84-year-old Irish woman. Norton also shares the inspiration behind the book and his approach to storytelling.
Ms. Rachel on becoming toddler sensation
Rachel Accurso, known as Ms. Rachel, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new books "100 First Words," "My First Coloring Book," and "Potty Time with Bean." Known for her educational YouTube videos, Ms. Rachel has become a beloved figure for toddlers, with billions of views and a reputation as "Taylor Swift for toddlers."
Extended interview: Brooke Shields
The model, actress, activist and entrepreneur Brooke Shields talks with correspondent Faith Salie about turning 60; taking risks; confidence and the psychology of fame; and creating opportunities for herself. She also discusses her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," and confronting the expectations that others have for women who are older.
Brooke Shields on aging: "I'm at the beginning of a new, really exciting stage"
Now nearly 60, the model and actress was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old,"
Brooke Shields speaks out on aging
As a child model and actress, Brooke Shields became a superstar, but not much more was expected of her than to look gorgeous. Now nearly 60, Shields was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," which offers her thoughts on aging and on rejecting society's constricting expectations for more mature women. Correspondent Faith Salie reports.
Wendell Pierce: An actor's journey
With standout roles in "The Wire," "Death of a Salesman," and the CBS drama "Elsbeth," the acclaimed actor talks about his childhood in New Orleans, training at New York's Juilliard School, and tackling the character of Willy Loman.
Wendell Pierce: An actor's journey
With standout roles in "The Wire," "Death of a Salesman," "Selma," and the CBS drama "Elsbeth," Wendell Pierce is one of the most acclaimed actors today. He talks with correspondent Nancy Giles about his journey, from a childhood in New Orleans to tackling Shakespeare and Arthur Miller. And he discusses what gave him the most anxiety in his career: training at New York's esteemed Juilliard School.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including singer Sam Moore, part of the 1960s soul duo Sam & Dave.
Sam Moore, Memphis R&B singer, dies at 89
Sam Moore, the Memphis rhythm and blues singer, has died at age 89. He was part of the 1960s hit duo "Sam and Dave," whose hits included "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Comin.'"
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Cancer deaths are down in U.S., but rates rise for some groups
The American Cancer Society's annual cancer trend report shows cancer mortality is decreasing but cancer rates are increasing in young adults and women.
Jack Hoffman, young cancer patient and Nebraska football fan, dies
The nation was introduced to Jack at Nebraska's 2013 spring game, after the coaching staff invited him to run a play. He scooted 69 yards to the end zone.
Army doctor learns fate for sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin pleaded guilty to 36 counts of abusive sexual contact and five of indecent viewing, officials said.
Democrats press for long-delayed plaque to honor Jan. 6 victims, police heroes
A 2022 law required a plaque to be placed on the west front of the Capitol complex to honor Jan. 6 heroes. It hasn't been installed.
Speaker Johnson removes Rep. Turner as House Intelligence chairman
Rep. Mike Turner said the House speaker cited "concerns from Mar-a-Lago," which Mike Johnson denied.
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Toyota reaches $1.6 billion settlement of emissions fraud case in U.S.
U.S. officials announced a $1.6 billion deal with Toyota's Hino Motors unit to settle charges it deceived regulators about the amount of emissions spewed by its diesel engines.
Abbott sued over its marketing of potentially harmful toddler milk
Formulas marketed for toddlers are a burgeoning business, but pediatricians have long recommended against their use.
Walgreens says locking up products from shoplifters hurt sales
Keeping products under lock and key dissuaded customers from purchasing them, Walgreens said in earnings call.
As climate risks mount, U.S. homeowners face soaring insurance bills
Insurance companies are canceling homeowner policies across the U.S. — even in regions that aren't considered climate hot spots.
Los Angeles wildfires spur first lawsuits against utilities
As deadly wildfires continue to burn in Los Angeles, allegations of blame are being made on behalf of victims.
Politics
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TikTok and Google CEOs to attend Trump inauguration, sources say
The news comes as a law banning TikTok, which is owned by Chinese firm ByteDance, is set to go into effect on Jan. 19.
Democrats urge Garland to drop charges, release rest of special counsel report
Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee say Attorney General Merrick Garland should "take all necessary steps" to ensure the rest of the special counsel's report is released before Trump takes office.
Democrats press for long-delayed plaque to honor Jan. 6 victims, police heroes
A 2022 law required a plaque to be placed on the west front of the Capitol complex to honor Jan. 6 heroes. It hasn't been installed.
Speaker Johnson removes Rep. Turner as House Intelligence chairman
Rep. Mike Turner said the House speaker cited "concerns from Mar-a-Lago," which Mike Johnson denied.
Biden withdraws proposal that aimed to protect endangered whales
Conservation groups are concerned that the endangered right whale is vulnerable to extinction as the Trump administration signals more support for marine industries.
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Cancer deaths are down in U.S., but rates rise for some groups
The American Cancer Society's annual cancer trend report shows cancer mortality is decreasing but cancer rates are increasing in young adults and women.
Junk food turns public villain as power shifts in Washington
Some Trump insiders are ready to take on the food industry. It remains to be seen whether their entrée will result in any meaningful change in government oversight of "Big Food" — or on American health.
Abbott sued over its marketing of potentially harmful toddler milk
Formulas marketed for toddlers are a burgeoning business, but pediatricians have long recommended against their use.
New recommendations to measure obesity go beyond controversial BMI
Body Mass Index, or BMI, has long been criticized as an unreliable method for measuring obesity — and now a group of experts is sharing new recommendations for how to use it.
FDA bans food dye Red 3, citing concern over cancer in some animals
The red food dye is used in products ranging from candies to vegetarian meats.
World
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Man sought after "So I raped you" Facebook message extradited to U.S.
Ian Cleary is accused of stalking an 18-year-old Gettysburg College student, sneaking into her dorm and sexually assaulting her while she texted friends for help.
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.
Israel-Hamas truce deal brings hope, but no peace, and no reunions yet
The ceasefire deal agreed by Israel and Hamas has not ended the bloodshed in Gaza yet, nor the desperate wait for hostages' loved ones.
13 Cuban soldiers dead after explosion at ammunition depot
The explosion, which officials said was likely the cause of a short circuit and power failure, prompted the evacuation of more than 1,200 residents.
Tainted alcohol in Istanbul has killed 23 people in 48 hours, officials say
At least 43 others were hospitalized, Turkish officials said, with 32 of them in intensive care.
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The Grammys are still happening, but with refocus on L.A. fires relief
The 2025 Grammys are still happening next month in L.A. with a refocus on fundraising to support wildfire relief.
Gwendoline Christie on new "Severance"
The hit show "Severance" returns for season two, where office workers have been altered to forget their outside lives. Gwendoline Christie joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the intense premise and what's ahead for the series.
Princess Kate announces she's in remission from cancer
Princess Kate made the announcement on social media after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment.
Ayesha Curry on new book imprint
Chef, entrepreneur and author Ayesha Curry joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss expanding her empire into publishing, uplifting diverse voices and why she selected her imprint's first novel "Honeysuckle and Bone" by Trisha Tobias.
Ayesha Curry launches book imprint
Chef, entrepreneur and bestselling author Ayesha Curry expands her empire into publishing with "Sweet July Books," an imprint dedicated to diverse voices. The first novel, "Honeysuckle and Bone" by Trisha Tobias, follows a young woman discovering dark secrets in Jamaica. They join "CBS Mornings."
Technology
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How to download your TikTok data in case the app goes dark
Some TikTok users are preparing for the likely ban by downloading their data. Here's how to do it.
Meta is cutting 5% of its workforce, or more than 3,600 employees
Meta will cut about 5% of its workforce, focusing on getting rid of low-performing employees at the social media giant.
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.
SpaceX to launch two lunar landers
Just after midnight Wednesday, a SpaceX rocket is scheduled to lift off, carrying a pair of lunar landers that will try to touch down on the moon in the coming months. One was built by a Japanese company and the other was built by a Texas company. Their mission is to carefully lower to the lunar surface and deliver 10 payloads for NASA.
What would happen to TikTok on my phone if the app is banned?
A law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. is set to take effect on Jan. 19. Here's what that would mean for users of the social media platform.
Science
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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.
SpaceX pushes Starship test flight back one day due to weather
If the weather cooperates, the Starship launch will follow the maiden flight of Jeff Bezos' already weather-delayed New Glenn rocket.
What to know about the pink fire retardant being dropped on L.A. wildfires
Aircraft battling fires raging through the Los Angeles area are dropping hundreds of thousands of gallons of hot-pink fire suppressant in a desperate effort to stop the flames.
When will cicadas come back in 2025?
Brood XIV, the second-largest group of periodical cicadas, known for their noisy mass emergence from the ground, will arrive this spring.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
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Man sought after "So I raped you" Facebook message extradited to U.S.
Ian Cleary is accused of stalking an 18-year-old Gettysburg College student, sneaking into her dorm and sexually assaulting her while she texted friends for help.
Army doctor learns fate for sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin pleaded guilty to 36 counts of abusive sexual contact and five of indecent viewing, officials said.
Cartel leader in plea talks with U.S., keeps lawyer who represented son
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada decided to stick with the lawyer defending him from U.S. drug trafficking charges despite a possible conflict of interest.
Woman says she lost $850,000 to scammers posing as Brad Pitt
The woman said she had believed she was in a romantic relationship with the Hollywood star, leading her to divorce her husband and transfer $850,000.
Dozens arrested in India over alleged 5-year sexual abuse of teen girl
Authorities in southern India have detained almost 50 men suspected of repeatedly raping and sexually abusing a girl from the age of 13.
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Space
Blue Origin launches new Glenn rocket
Blue Origin launched its new Glenn rocket early Thursday, sending a test satellite into orbit. The mission wasn't a complete success though, the booster crashed while trying to land on a platform in the Atlantic Ocean.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin New Glenn rocket soars into space on maiden flight
Despite losing its booster during a landing attempt, the upper stage reached orbit as planned.
SpaceX pushes Starship test flight back one day due to weather
If the weather cooperates, the Starship launch will follow the maiden flight of Jeff Bezos' already weather-delayed New Glenn rocket.
2 commercial landers launched for the moon
A pair of commercial landers are headed to the moon after launching early Wednesday morning from the Kennedy Space Center on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
2 privately built moon landers carried into space by SpaceX rocket
Firefly's "Blue Moon" and ispace's "Resilience" are the latest in an ongoing push to gain private-sector experience exploring the moon.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Dogs stuck during fires saved by CBS News crew
It was a dramatic rescue. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti was contacted by a stranger who told him his three rescue dogs were stuck inside his Pacific Palisades house – alone – as the Palisades Fire closed in. Jonathan and his producer, who were reporting nearby, did not hesitate to help – risking their lives to save all three dogs.
Possible setback in Israel, Hamas ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he is delaying final approval of the ceasefire and hostage agreement that would end its war with Hamas. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer has the latest.
Reporter uses TikTok to help wildfire evacuees
CBS News Sacramento's Ashley Sharp has received widespread praise for assisting families affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, sharing updates on their homes on TikTok. They have garnered millions of views and offer comfort to those who have evacuated. She joins "CBS Mornings."
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Victoria Jackson returns to beauty world
Beauty mogul Victoria Jackson, known for revolutionizing the industry in the 80s with her "no makeup" makeup look, is making a comeback with her signature philosophy.