Almanac: "The Nutcracker"
On December 18th, 1892, 124 years ago today, Peter Ilych Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, "The Nutcracker," had its world premiere in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Jane Pauley reports on how it became a Christmas perennial.
Christmas
How to wrap a present
One of the country's most famous holiday gift-wrappers is Alton DuLaney, of Splendora, Texas. In 2008, he won the $10,000 grand prize in the Scotch Brand Most Gifted Wrapper competition. In this web exclusive, he unwraps the secrets of a perfectly-wrapped present with correspondent Nancy Giles.
Stolen gift?
A music shop in California is missing a guitar and a ukulele -- two specially order items -- after a homeless man signed for a delivery. The items were intended to be Christmas presents. Adrienne Moore of our Sacramento station, KOVR-TV, has the story.
Postal worker saves Christmas
A North Carolina postal worker saved Christmas by yanking packages from a burning mail truck -- and is now being praised online for the effort. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest on the dedicated postal worker.
Squirrels ruin Christmas
The lights on the Boston Common Christmas tree mysteriously were going out. Chantee Lans from our Boston station WBZ has the more on the unexpected culprit.
GoFundMe CEO
GoFundMe CEO Rob Solomon joins CBSN to discuss which campaigns attracted the most donations in 2016.
Techno Claus returns!
Wondering what to get gadget-lovers on your holiday shopping list? David Pogue of Yahoo Tech, a.k.a. Techno Claus, comes down the chimney with a bag full of suggestions.
White House holiday card
The Obamas sent out their final Christmas card as the First Family, which features the President, First Lady and daughters Malia and Sasha in a photo taken at the Canadian state dinner earlier this year. CBSN's Vlad Duthiers has more.
Google's "Window Wonderland"
Google released virtual versions of festive NYC holiday displays. The "window wonderland" gives people a glimpse into the festive displays through virtual reality and 360 degree photos. CNET editor Brian Tong joins CBSN to discuss the online panoramas.
The way we shop
Amazon has already changed the way we shop online and now they are hoping to do the same in stores as well. Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Stevens joins CBSN with more on their plan to ditch the lines.
Stealing baby Jesus
One item consistently goes missing at stores each Christmas -- baby Jesus figurines. CBSN's Meg Oliver has more details.
Hipster Santa
There's a new, hip Santa coming to Portland, Oregon. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has more on what he traded for the usual red threads.
Beaver goes shopping
Animal control in Maryland removed a beaver after it caused a ruckus in a dollar general store.
Nationwide Secret Santa
New Zealand is getting in the holiday spirit! The country is hosting a nationwide gift exchange. CBSN's Jamie Yuccas has more on how it will work.
Guide to holiday giving
Want your donations to make a difference? Here's how to check out all kinds of charities and nonprofits to get the most bang for your charitable buck.
White House Christmas
No one decorates for Christmas quite like the White House and this year is no exception. It features a 19-foot Douglas fir, a gingerbread house comprised of 150 pounds of gingerbread, a Lego room and, of course, a giant Sunny and Bo.
Cyber December
Millions of Americans are doing their holiday shopping online. And these major online deals may extend past just "Cyber Monday." Hitha Herzog joins CBSN with more on the best deals.
America's holiday decorations
The Christmas shopping season is officially underway. Millions of people -- tourists and locals alike -- make the pilgrimage each year to the shopping mecca of Midtown Manhattan. Michelle Miller has the story of one company that helps transform this city and others into a holiday paradise. This story originally aired November 26, 2016.
Black Friday shopping
Black Friday is here and sales on this huge shopping day are expected to exceed $3 billion dollars. Hilary Kramer, financial analyst and editor for Gamerchangerstocks.com, joins CBSN with the latest on what to expect as millions head to malls around the country.
Holiday shopping tricks
It's time for holiday shopping, and it will go much more smoothly once you're aware of these 10 tricks used by stores to get you to spend more money.
11/21: Evening News
Multiple fatalities are reported after a school bus crash in Tennessee; the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University honored "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Scott Pelley with the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism
Wintry weather hits
Gusting winds and deep snow pummeled Upstate New York, blinding drivers and sending dozens of vehicles off the road. It was a frigid snap from the day before, when some areas had 70-degree heat. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Praying and flying
Travelers stressed out this Thanksgiving may be able to turn to God before they hit the skies. Religious chapels are popping up more frequently in U.S. airports. Marlie Hall has more.
Thanksgiving travel plans
Millions of Americans will be going over the river and through the woods for Thanksgiving this week. Jamie Yuccas has a look at what to expect for people taking planes, trains and automobiles to destinations to celebrate the holiday.
Starbucks holiday cups
Starbucks has introduced new designs on their holiday cups. And surprise: The designs were made by customer's themselves. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has more on the iconic cups.
Trump and Zelenskyy say they're nearly in agreement on Ukraine peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauded "strong security guarantees" from the U.S. after Sunday's meeting with President Trump in Florida.
Winter storm could become "bomb cyclone" over Great Lakes and Northeast
A powerful winter storm system could become a "bomb cyclone" over the Great Lakes and Northeast regions this week.
Exclusive
What went through Bondi Beach hero's mind as he tackled a gunman?
Bondi Beach hero Ahmed al Ahmed tells CBS News in an exclusive interview why he sprang into action, risking his own life to save people he'd never met.
D.C. pipe bomb suspect told authorities "something just snapped," DOJ says
Brian Cole told investigators he believed that the 2020 election had been tampered with and he felt "someone needs to speak up," the DOJ alleges in court documents.
China launches 2 days of live-fire military drills around Taiwan
China launched live-fire drills around Taiwan on Monday that it said would simulate a blockade of the self-ruled island's key ports, prompting Taipei to condemn Beijing's "military intimidation."
U.S. slashes pledge for U.N. humanitarian aid funding by billions
The U.S. announced a $2 billion pledge for U.N. humanitarian aid as the Trump administration continues to slash U.S. foreign assistance and warns United Nations agencies to "adapt, shrink or die" in a time of new financial realities.
Bank of America CEO warns market "will punish people" without independent Fed
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
Train accident in southern Mexico leaves at least 13 dead and dozens injured
Officials said a train accident in southern Mexico killed at least 13 people and injured dozens, halting traffic along a rail line connecting the Pacific Ocean with the Gulf of Mexico.