12/13/17: CBSN Evening News
What's Next For the GOP And Alabama After Moore loss; new travel warning system coming in January
What's Next For the GOP And Alabama After Moore loss; new travel warning system coming in January
Russell Simmons has been accused of raping three women, The New York Times reported Wednesday. These accusations are not the first to be publicly aired against the music mogul -- in November, he stepped down from his companies after a screenwriter accused him of "sexually violating" her.
Former "Apprentice" reality star Omarosa Manigault Newman was escorted from the White House after she protested the terms of her firing. CBS News' White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan has the latest.
"Face the Nation" anchor John Dickerson and White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joined the "CBS Evening News" Wednesday to discuss the main takeaways from Doug Jones’ Alabama victory, and the impact on President Trump's agenda.
School officials in Lawrence, Massachusetts, are looking into parents' complaints about so-called "relaxation rooms." It all began when Ashley Martinez took a picture of one of the rooms and posted it to social media, saying her 7-year-old daughter has nightmares about it. CBS Boston's Lisa Gresci reports.
A new report from United Health Foundation ranks the healthiest and least healthy states in the U.S., based on 35 factors including obesity, smoking rates, drug use, environmental conditions, and the availability of medical care. Reena Ninan takes a look.
Democrat Doug Jones held a news conference Wednesday after beating Republican Roy Moore in Alabama's special election. Jones said his win sent a message of equality and respect, and that voters want a politician that listen to them. Watch his remarks.
President Trump made his closing argument for his tax plan Wednesday. He claimed Democrats like the tax plan but said ""we will have very little Democratic support, probably none, and that is purely for political reasons." Watch his remarks here."
House and Senate Republicans have reached a deal on their tax plan, which could pave the way for a final vote before the end of the year. They're expected to vote before newly-elected Democrat Doug Jones of Alabama takes office. Michael Scherer of the Washington Post joins CBSN with analysis.
Five years after the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary, there is still a question of whether school shooting drills instill fear in students or if they help. Dr. Jamie Howard, a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute, joins CBSN to discuss.
Outgoing Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen announced Wednesday that the Federal Reserve is raising the benchmark interest rate. The Dow surged in the wake of the news. Watch her remarks.
President Trump met with GOP lawmakers Wednesday to discuss his confidence in the GOP on reaching an agreement on a tax reform plan. Watch his remarks.
Omarosa Manigault Newman, a Trump administration official and former "Apprentice" star, plans to leave the Trump administration next month "to pursue other opportunities," the White House announced Wednesday.
Strong voter turnout among African-Americans, women and young people helped Doug Jones to victory in Alabama's Senate race. Here are the key takeaways.
Five years after the school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, shook the country, CBSN spoke to two parents about how things have changed.
Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton appointed Lieutenant Governor Tina Smith as the replacement for Senator Al Franken. Smith will take over Franken's seat until a special election is held next November.
Two former Facebook executives, Sean Parker and Chamath Palihapitiya, say the growing influence of social media -- including the social network they helped build -- has a negative impact on society in many ways.
Smart home devices have become some of the most popular tech products on the market this year. Lindsey Turrentine, editor-in-chief of CNET.com, joins CBSN to discuss the top products that can change your living experience.
For the first time in 25 years, Alabama has elected a Democrat as senator. Doug Jones narrowly defeated Republican Roy Moore, who was accused of sexual misconduct with teenage girls. CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN with analysis of how the election played out.
Five years after the mass shooting that shook Newtown, Connecticut, and the country at large, CBSN correspondent Christina Ruffini spoke to residents of Colorado Springs about where they stand on guns.