If you go home when the sun goes down at Great Basin National Park in Nevada, you'll miss one of the park's greatest attractions. The stars shine so brightly there, because the place is so unbelievably dark. Conor Knighton checks out the awesome night visions.
In Rangely, Colorado, a relic of the Old West - a water tank that once fueled steam-powered trains - has become a Mecca for musicians enticed by its haunting acoustics. Barry Petersen lends an ear, and talks with Bruce Odland, who helped bring the sounds of the Tank to the world.
In 2011, in a classroom outside Raleigh, North Carolina, a second-grader had one wish from Santa - not a toy, but a visit from her dad, who was serving in Iraq. Steve Hartman looks back on a Christmas miracle.
Stephen Colbert, who hosts "The Late Show," says the president-elect might want to take a crack at the Constitution before he takes office. The comedian also suggests Mr. Trump familiarize himself with Truman's "The buck stops here" sign.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert sits down with CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss a post-truth world, the good news out of 2016, and the process of writing jokes about the president-elect.
CBS' "Face the Nation" reflects back on 2016 and looks ahead to the coming year, with guests Stephen Colbert, host of "The Late Show," and our panel of CBS News correspondents.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert reflects back on the 2016 election cycle and discusses his hopes for the new year and Donald Trump's administration. The interview aired Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016.
You may know him as "Star Wars" villain Kylo Ren. But Adam Driver is now starring in two new films, as a poetry-loving bus driver in "Paterson" and a 17th century Jesuit priest in "Silence." Tracy Smith talks with the actor, who came to his vocation via an unusual route: the U.S. Marine Corps.
It's Hanukkah, the Jewish "Festival of Lights," and no celebration is complete without the lighting of the menorah. Serena Altschul fills us in on the mysteries and artistry of this tradition.
Nearly 100 years ago Father Edward Flanagan founded a special home for some very needy children. Since then, Boys Town, in Nebraska, has continued to give troubled youth a chance to change their lives. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Poinsettias provide a canvas of seasonal color. Mark Strassmann explores the history of how this red-and-green foliage, imported from Mexico, became America's most colorful yuletide symbol.
More than 240,000 U.S service members are deployed in foreign countries this holiday season, but many have found creative ways to reunite with family, evening managing to appear with them in family photos. Here are some of their greetings.
WCCO Meteorologist Molly Rosenblatt in Minneapolis gives detail on the holiday winter storms and what to expect for travel on Christmas Day.
A poem nearly 200 years old has become part of family Christmas traditions around the world. "A Visit from Saint Nicholas," better known as "The Night Before Christmas," is a beloved poem, and here's a reading by Charlie Rose.
Every year, Steve Hartman joins a Secret Santa on his appointed rounds. And now he is showing viewers how that tradition began.
Ugly sweaters aren't just for people anymore. Michael Macaluso shows how pets are joining the sweater party and helping support a worthy cause.
It's a story of a photographer who uses his lens to shine a light on humanity. This past week, TIME Magazine named him the "Instagram Photographer of the Year." Michelle Miller has more on this special photographer.
Successful military operations require planning, secrecy and precise execution. Jim Axelrod found out what happens when you add in some holiday magic.
A baby koala emerged early from his mother's pouch at Australia's Sydney Zoo. CBSN's DeMarco Morgan has more details on the early Christmas present.
A tweet from President-elect Donald Trump has sparked growing concern after he suggested starting a nuclear "arms race." CBSN political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez joins CBSN to discuss.
Jean-Georges Vongerichten was born in Alsace, France, known for its blend of French and German cuisine. For his 16th birthday, his parents took him to a Michelin-starred restaurant and his choice of career was cemented. He apprenticed with some of France's famous chefs and began to open restaurants all around the world. Vongerichten joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to share his culinary journey and some signature dishes.
In a 50-year career, photographer Neal Slavin has taken pictures for Esquire, Rolling Stone and Oprah magazines. But he's best known for his group portraits -- images of people gathered with their tribe, their class or club. A new retrospective of Slavin's work shows what a powerful portrait it is of all of us. Anthony Mason reports.
"Star Wars" actress Carrie Fisher is in critical condition in a Los Angeles hospital after suffering an apparent heart attack on an overseas flight from London. Today, fans and co-stars are sharing their thoughts and prayers on social media. Ben Tracy reports.
Watching NBA games has become a Christmas day tradition. But thousands of fans who head to games tomorrow may not even have the best view. So the NBA is bringing the arena experience to fans, even if they can't get to the arena. Dana Jacobson reports.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula and Frances Largeman-Roth, a registered dietitian and nutritionist, join "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the rising incidence of melanoma, America's changing eating habits, and more.
