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Supreme Court upholds U.S. TikTok ban; Blind college student chosen as color commentator for NBA G League games

ICE planning to ramp up arrests in major U.S. cities after Trump takes office

The locations expected to be targeted by deportation teams from ICE include those with large populations of immigrants, one source said.

Appeals court again declares DACA illegal, but keeps policy alive

A federal appeals court on Friday declared the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals immigration policy unlawful.

Moss Landing lithium battery facility fire continues to burn, evacuations lifted

Authorities in Monterey County, California lifted all evacuations Friday night, one day after a fire broke out at one of the world's largest lithium battery storage facilities.

Why is TikTok getting banned? What to know about the law

U.S. officials have long feared that the widely popular short-form video app could be used as a vehicle for espionage.

If TikTok goes, so will livelihoods: "We'd have to completely rebuild"

Experts say no other app offers the same financial opportunities as TikTok, while creators fear loss of income if it disappears.

The Supreme Court upheld the law that would ban TikTok. Here's why.

The Supreme Court unanimously found the new law that could lead to a ban of TikTok does not violate the First Amendment rights of the platform or its users.

"Curious" sailor tried to access Biden's medical records, investigation shows

According to the investigation, obtained by CBS News, "curiosity" drove a Navy corpsman to see if he could access President Biden's medical records on a government computer.

Washington man rescued after going missing on Oregon's Mount Hood

A man from Washington went missing in Oregon while climbing one of the most treacherous mountains in the U.S.

DOJ lawsuit accuses Walgreens of filling millions of unlawful prescriptions

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit on Friday alleging Walgreens knowingly filled millions of unlawful prescriptions for controlled substances.

CNN found liable in Florida trial for defaming Navy veteran in 2021 story

The jury deliberated for more than eight hours starting before ruling in favor of Zachary Young in his defamation suit against CNN.

Supreme Court upholds U.S. TikTok ban

The Supreme Court has upheld a new law that would lead to a ban of the social media platform TikTok, clearing the way for the app to shutter in the U.S. as soon as this weekend. Jan Crawford has more.

Trump moves inauguration indoors over dangerous cold blast

A dangerously cold blast of air is forcing President-elect Donald Trump's second inauguration to take place indoors. The last time this happened was 40 years ago, when Ronald Reagan was sworn as president for a second time. Ed O'Keefe has details.

Why these foreign leaders' invites to Trump inauguration are raising eyebrows

A high-ranking Chinese Communist Party official is set to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration as a special representative of Chinese President Xi Jinping — a highly unusual charm offensive at a tense moment. And it's not the only foreign leader invite raising eyebrows. Margaret Brennan explains.

How a blind college student became a radio broadcaster for an NBA G League team

Allan Wylie, a freshman sports communication major at Rowan University in New Jersey, is a color commentator for the Delaware Blue Coats of the NBA G League.

What Supreme Court ruling means for TikTok users

Over 100 million TikTok users in the U.S. could be in for a rude awakening this weekend if the app shutters due to a law passed last year. As Kelly O'Grady explains, the ban will affect casual users in addition to those who use the app for their livelihoods.

Los Angeles wildfires exacerbate the region's housing crisis

The wildfires have destroyed more than 12,000 structures, and a Southern California housing shortage that was already serious has been made even more dire.

What to expect as temperatures plunge next week

The snow and wind will affect more than the presidential inauguration. Lonnie Quinn has the latest on the timing of next week's "big chill."

"CBS Evening News" headlines for Friday, Jan. 17, 2025

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."

This week on "Sunday Morning" (January 19)

A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.

What is "Unrivaled" basketball league and why 36 WNBA stars are in it

The new 3-on-3 women's basketball league featuring 36 WNBA players will debut Friday night. Here's what to know and how to watch.

Supreme Court takes up case over LGBTQ books in Maryland schools

The case involves whether parents' religious rights were violated when a Maryland school district declined to allow them to opt their children out of gender and sexuality instruction.

FAA orders investigation into SpaceX Starship failure

A fire in the aft section of SpaceX's Starship trigged the apparent explosion that destroyed the spacecraft, the company says.

Florida hotel discriminated against Arab American group, DOJ says

The Florida hotel canceled a summit held by the Arab America Foundation almost a month after the Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.

Trump's inauguration will feature some of the biggest names in tech

Some of the nation's most prominent technology industry CEOs are planning to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.

South Carolina's Dawn Staley inks historic $25M contract extension

South Carolina's head women's basketball coach Dawn Staley signed a contract extension to stay with the team until 2030.

Eaton Fire devastates historic Black community

Altadena, a historically Black community long regarded as a safe haven and a symbol of prosperity, was ravaged in the Los Angeles wildfires.

Book excerpt: "Fire Weather" by John Vaillant

This 2023 National Book Award finalist recounts the rise of climate science and the increasing dangers from climate change, including the devastation brought by today's wildfires.

"Unrivaled" league debuts with WNBA stars like Breanna Stewart and Brittney Griner

The highly anticipated "Unrivaled" league kicks off tonight, featuring 36 WNBA players across six teams. Founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, the league offers players an opportunity to supplement their income during the offseason and build their brands, instead of going overseas.

Book excerpt: Washington hostess Perla Mesta, "The Woman Who Knew Everyone"

Bestselling author Meryl Gordon's biography tells the story of the socialite and political savant, whose gift for hosting parties in the nation's capital made her one of the most famous women in America.

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