New York legislators give themselves 29% raise
Lawmakers would also face limited restrictions — for the first time — on how much they can make from other jobs.
California
At least 2 killed after magnitude 6.4 earthquake rocks Northern California
Following the earthquake, more than 70,000 customers were without power in the surrounding area, according to the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office.
Sesame allergen label law has unintended outcome: More sesame
A new federal law is having unintended consequences by increasing the number of products that include sesame.
Rep. Adam Schiff on Trump criminal referral
The committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol issues its final report this week, including its recommendation for criminal charges against former President Donald Trump. Committee member Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the unprecedented move.
Strong quake shakes Northern California
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake shook parts of Northern California early Tuesday, killing at least two people and leaving tens of thousands without power. Manuel Bojorquez reports on the damage.
Scott Peterson will not be granted new trial, judge rules
Peterson and his legal team had argued that a juror in his 2004 murder trial committed misconduct.
Mayor says earthquake was "pretty intense"
A powerful 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck Northern California early Tuesday, knocking out power for tens of thousands. Mayor Susan Seaman of Eureka, California, joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano to discuss the impact in her community.
Jeremy Clarkson "horrified to have caused so much hurt" with Meghan Markle column
Clarkson wrote that he hated Markle "on a cellular level" and dreamed of her being paraded naked through British towns "while the crowds chant 'Shame!' and throw lumps of excrement at her."
Weinstein found guilty in L.A. trial
Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein was found guilty Monday of rape and sexual assault in Los Angeles, though the jury acquitted him on some counts. He is already serving time in New York on similar charges. Attorney Rachel Fiset.joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss this breaking story.
Famed mountain lion known as P-22 euthanized
A mountain lion famous for prowling the hills of Los Angeles known as P-22 was euthanized after being captured last week. Wildlife officials said P-22 was malnourished and suffering from injuries related to a car accident. Danya Bacchus reports.
Mountain lion P-22, the "Hollywood cat," euthanized due to injuries, poor health
The beloved animal, who helped raise awareness for California's big cat population for more than a decade, was "compassionately euthanized," officials said.
Illegal marijuana sales still flourishing
The illegal marijuana trade is still going strong, even in a state like California, where pot's been legal for six years. John Blackstone reports on the cost of these illegal operations.
Camel jumps for joy at first snowfall
Albert the camel lives at Rancho Grande Ojai, an animal sanctuary in California. He saw snow for the first time this week and jumped for joy when he went outside.
3 charged after toddler killed during rolling gun battle on freeway
The boy was sleeping in his car seat when his mother's car got caught in the crossfire.
Boy found dead in 1978 identified: "Identifying his killer is the next step"
"Justice delayed doesn't have to be justice denied in this case," authorities said.
Billie Moore, legendary women's basketball coach, dies at 79
Billie Moore was the first women's basketball coach to lead two different schools to national titles.
iPhone emergency feature helps rescue 2 after California canyon plunge
Apple's new Emergency SOS feature used a satellite connection to text emergency services from a remote canyon near Los Angeles.
Dramatic video shows 2 people being rescued after surviving drop into canyon
The vehicle fell over 200 feet into Los Angeles County's Monkey Canyon.
Big winter storm on the move
A big winter storm is on the move making its way towards the East after slamming parts of California. Manny Bojorquez is in Fort Morgan, Colorado, where residents are preparing for what officials say will be a “life-threatening” storm.
Winter storm heads east after coating West
There are blizzard warnings in five states after a massive system dumped several feet of snow across parts of California. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Coast-to-coast winter storm threatens U.S.
Parts of Northern California were buried under six feet of snow over the weekend, closing major roads and causing power outages. The Midwest is bracing for a blizzard as the storm moves east. Carter Evans has the latest.
Tracking the winter storm as it moves east
Blizzard warnings are posted in parts of the West and Midwest, the Southern Plains is bracing for violent thunderstorms and hail, and the South is on the lookout for a possible tornado outbreak. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes has the forecast.
U.S. teases nuclear fusion breakthrough
Energy Department officials are promising to share details on what's billed as a major breakthrough in the field of nuclear fusion. CBS News' John Dickerson explores the potential significance with Professor Anna Erickson, who teaches nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Tech.
Supreme Court won't block California flavored tobacco ban
Voters in the state in November approved restrictions on menthol cigarettes and flavored vaping products.
Schiff: Jan. 6 panel "far out ahead" of DOJ
Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff of California says the Justice Department has used evidence uncovered by the Jan. 6 committee in its own investigations.
FEMA suspends employees who signed letter blasting Trump-era changes, sources say
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has suspended more than 20 employees who signed an open letter criticizing the agency, multiple sources told CBS News.
Exclusive
U.S. to resume "neighborhood checks" for citizenship applications
The Trump administration is reinstating a long-dormant practice of conducting "neighborhood checks" to vet immigrants applying for U.S. citizenship.
Cracker Barrel to return to its old logo after backlash
Last week, Cracker Barrel announced that it was changing its logo to remove the image of a man sitting in a chair leaning against a barrel, and replacing it with a logo that only featured the chain's name.
SpaceX launches giant Super Heavy-Starship rocket on critical test flight
SpaceX launched its huge Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday, chalking up what appeared to be a remarkably successful test flight in the wake of three back-to-back failures earlier this year.
Trump's move to fire Lisa Cook could give him leverage over Fed board, analysts say
Removing a top Fed official threatens to shake investor confidence in the central bank's long-standing independence, according to Wall Street observers.
Florida could be next big target for GOP redistricting before 2026 elections
Florida has plans to target three to five House seats held by Democrats.
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Texas man arrested for allegedly making bomb threats outside ICE facility
A Dallas man was arrested for allegedly approaching an ICE facility and claiming he had a bomb, a senior Homeland Security official tells CBS News.
DOJ investigating whether ex-FBI officials mishandled Russia docs, source says
The Justice Department is investigating whether former FBI officials mishandled documents that were found in a burn bag, a source told CBS News.
Utah ordered to redraw congressional map, seat for Democrats possible
Although unrelated, the Utah ruling comes amid redistricting issues throughout the country, most notably in Texas and California.