Secret Santa surprises essential workers with Christmas cash
In the coming weeks, Secret Santa will give away about $100,000 total — to total strangers.
On the Road
Santa adjusts to new normal during COVID
Santa is doing thousands of virtual visits during the holiday season.
How a 7-year-old won the battle to make female toy soldiers
"I've never gotten a letter from a child like that before," one toy manufacturer said.
Reflections on what to be thankful for amid the pandemic
While Thanksgiving 2020 be different than celebrations from past years, many are taking the time to pause and reflect on what they are still grateful for.
Pig rescued from barn fire after woman sees it on livestream
A pig was able to be rescued from a burning barn thanks to a woman who was watching a livestream of the sleeping animal.
Trick-or-treaters leave candy for child battling leukemia
Little ghosts and ghouls turned out to be saints after leaving their Halloween candy for 3-year-old Zoe, who was diagnosed with leukemia in February.
Women pay respect to Susan B. Anthony at her grave in Rochester
"It was really amazing. Like I wasn't reading from a textbook anymore — I was with her," one visitor said.
Food writer opens porch restaurant for chipmunk
A chipmunk in Georgia is living the life thanks to a food writer who created a special place exclusively for the furry creature.
Toddler befriends Halloween skeleton amid pandemic
The bond that two best friends share fits the season perfectly, right down to the bone.
How a bucket of baseballs brought three generations together
Iowa isn't the only state with a field of dreams.
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An 1862 letter to President Abraham Lincoln offers a reminder that greatness comes from confronting, not avoiding, uncomfortable truths about America's past. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Federal government least trusted in new poll
A new Gallup-Bentley University poll gives insight into how Americans view institutions which have the power and influence to act in society's best interest. Jeff Gulati, a political science professor at Bentley University, joins to discuss.
How cryptocurrency gained ground in Washington
Crypto is having its moment. The GENIUS Act, which Congress passed last month, will allow more traditional financial institutes to invest in the digital currency. Jo Ling Kent reports some are calling crypto the next big financial boom.
U.S. strikes more deportation deals with countries
Internal government documents obtained by CBS News show the Trump administration has expanded its campaign to persuade countries around the world to aid its crackdown on illegal immigration by accepting deportations of migrants who are not their own citizens. Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains.
NATO military leaders meet on Ukraine security
NATO military leaders, including the U.S., are working to put together a strategy that would protect Ukraine if Russia breaks a peace deal. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.