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U.S. homelessness surged a record 18% in 2024

Homelessness in the U.S. jumped 18.1% this year, hitting a record level, with the dramatic rise driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing and devastating natural disasters, officials say. Lilia ...

CBS News - 7h

Severe weather causes travel delays across the U.S.

Just hours after multiple tornadoes struck Texas and powerful storms slammed parts of Louisiana, several states are now facing a threat of severe weather this weekend. All of this comes amid busy ...

CBS News - 9h

U.S. homelessness rises 18% amid affordable housing shortage

Homelessness rose 18% in the U.S. this year as the affordable housing crisis, inflation, stagnant wages and natural disasters pummeled communities across the country, federal officials said Friday.

NBC News - 11h

A New Coach, Olympic Gold and Retirements: the U.S. Women’s National Team’s 2024

It was a year of change, a year of goodbyes and a year of re-establishing the team on the world stage, columnists for The Athletic write.

The New York Times - 14h

In Syria, U.S. Hopes to Avoid Replay of Afghanistan

American officials are wary as they try to persuade the rebels now in control in Syria to govern with an inclusive and moderate hand.

The New York Times - 16h

Trump Wants U.S. Control of the Panama Canal. Here Are 3 Things to Know.

Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision.

The New York Times - 17h

Mexico Worries Trump Will Order U.S. Strikes Against Drug Cartels

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is fighting organized crime to blunt criticism from the incoming U.S. administration.

The Wall Street Journal - 22h

Biden and Aides Courted Allies Who Undermined U.S. Goals

The Biden administration has been caught by surprise when partners like South Korea and Israel have acted against U.S. interests and principles.

The New York Times - 1d

Waymo dominated U.S. robotaxi market in 2024, but Tesla and Amazon's Zoox loom

Waymo may have outlasted GM's Cruise to lead the U.S. market but Elon Musk's Tesla and Amazon's Zoox are working to catch up.

CNBC - 1d

Syrian Rebel Government Hunts for Senior Assad Official, Prompting Deadly Clashes

Syria’s new government is searching for a senior official from the Assad dictatorship and for military forces loyal to the ousted president.

The New York Times - 1d

Undersea power cable linking Finland and Estonia hit by outage, prompting investigation

Finland’s prime minister says authorities are investigating an interruption in a power cable under the Baltic Sea between his country and Estonia

ABC News - 2d

The Evening: Record Homelessness in the U.S.

Plus, how to get fitter in 2025.

The New York Times - 10h

Biden to decide on Nippon Steel acquisition of U.S. Steel

President Biden has just over a week to decide how he wants to move forward on Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on that ...

CBS News - 15h

Libraries across the U.S. offer more than books with new services

Many local libraries are expanding beyond books to offer music classes, food assistance, and even hand tools. Meg Oliver reports on how libraries are becoming hubs of innovation and community support.

CBS News - 16h

What is gold's relationship to the U.S. dollar?

The dollar doesn't have an official relationship with gold, but it's one of many factors influencing the price.

CBS News - 16h

Dozen skeletons found in hidden graves in Mexico near U.S. border

Authorities have found 12 skeletons buried in clandestine graves in Mexico's northern Chihuahua state near the U.S. border, officials say.

CBS News - 17h

Severe weather slams South, parts of western U.S.

Across southeast Texas, there were multiple sightings of tornadoes Thursday. In Dallas, storms brought flash flooding. Meanwhile, a powerful atmospheric river hammered California, Oregon and ...

CBS News - 18h

U.S. trade deficit is rising again. Can Trump do anything about it?

U.S. reliance on imports puts trade gap near all-time high

MarketWatch - 18h

Who Are the Houthis and Why Is the U.S. and Israel Attacking Them?

The Iranian-backed militia has launched attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea and against Israel.

The New York Times - 1d

Storms, dense fog threaten holiday travel in parts of U.S.

Rain and high winds were expected roll through parts of Oregon and Washington, while fog settled over an area from Kansas City to Chicago.

CBS News - 1d

Waymo dominated U.S. robotaxi market in 2024, but Tesla and Amazon's Zoox loom

Despite General Motor’s decision to shutter its Cruise robotaxi business earlier this month, the U.S. has never been closer to a driverless future.

NBC News - 1d

Will the U.S. Ever Be Ready for a Female President?

Democrats wanted to end the electability debate. After Vice President Kamala Harris’s defeat, a conversation that has frustrated and foiled two generations of female candidates rages on.

The New York Times - 1d

The impact of tariffs on the U.S. toy industry

If President-elect Donald Trump follows through on his threat of imposing new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, it could have major repercussions for the U.S. toy industry. Kelly O'Grady explains.

CBS News - 2d

Famine Warning for Northern Gaza Draws U.S. Rebuke and Raises Questions

The dispute highlights the difficulties with data collection in Gaza that have hampered humanitarian efforts since the war began.

The New York Times - 2d

Inside the Plan to Halt U.S.-Bound Migrants at the Treacherous Darién Gap

The U.S. “border is actually here,” Panama’s president says, describing the jungle route many migrants take on their way to America.

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

How Afghan Militias, Unleashed by the U.S., Proved Worse Than the Taliban

Trump blamed Biden. Biden blamed the Afghan military. Our investigation found that the U.S. unwittingly laid the groundwork for the Taliban’s victory long ago.

The New York Times - 3d

Russia Sentences a U.S. Citizen, Eugene Spector, to 15 Years for Espionage

Eugene Spector was already serving a sentence for a bribery conviction when he was charged with spying, for which a court ordered him to serve an additional 13 years.

The New York Times - 3d

Shooting at Indianapolis shopping mall injures 1, prompts police to evacuate shoppers

Police say an 18-year-old man allegedly fired shots inside an Indianapolis shopping mall, wounding one person and prompting officers to evacuate holiday shoppers on Monday night

ABC News - 3d

Pakistan's Nuclear Strategy Shifts as U.S. Realigns Ties in Asia

Despite Pakistan’s rejection of U.S. assertions, experts say long-range weapons would be in step with Islamabad’s shifting national security concerns as India and the U.S. draw closer.

The Wall Street Journal - 3d

Panel fails to reach consensus on national security risk of U.S. Steel sale

A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.

CBS News - 3d

American Airlines Briefly Grounds All U.S. Flights on Busy Christmas Eve

An unspecified technical issue prompted the carrier to stop flights on Tuesday morning, one of the most active travel days of the year.

Inc. - 3d

Legendary drug lord released from U.S. prison, deported to Colombia, freed

Fabio Ochoa arrived at Bogota's El Dorado airport on a deportation flight on Monday, wearing a grey sweatshirt and carrying his personal belongings in a plastic bag.

CBS News - 4d

Nippon's U.S. Steel Acquisition Plan Referred to Biden for Review

The Japanese company urged Biden to reflect on the steps it has taken to address national-security concerns.

The Wall Street Journal - 4d

Biden delivers on threat to veto bill to expand U.S. judiciary

The JUDGES Act would have increased the number of trial court judges in 25 federal district courts in 13 states in six waves every two years through 2035.

NBC News - 4d

National Security Committee Forgoes Decision on U.S. Steel Acquisition

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States kicked a decision over the merger with Japan’s Nippon Steel to President Biden, who is expected to block the deal.

The New York Times - 4d

Holiday weather forecast for across the U.S.

Millions across the West Coast and Central Plains are expecting a warm holiday season while the East is bracing for another round of cold weather. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Andrew Kozak ...

CBS News - 4d

Trump Says it Could be Worth Keeping TikTok in U.S. for a Little While

The President-elect said the attention he’s gotten on the social platform prompted him to think it should keep operating, despite a law requiring its sale by Jan. 19.

Inc. - 4d

U.S. sues Walmart, Branch Messenger over payment accounts for delivery drivers

The CFPB filed a complaint Monday against Walmart and Branch Messenger for allegedly forcing delivery drivers to use costly deposit accounts to get paid.

CNBC - 4d

U.S. Crypto Industry Eyes Possible Day-One Trump Executive Orders

The President-elect has talked up the digital currencies, stoking anticipation that his term will sustain a crypto boom.

Inc. - 4d

Winter weather could snarl holiday travel in parts of the U.S.

Winter storm threats are lurking in parts of the northern U.S. and could impact holiday travel plans for the millions expected to hit the roads and skies this week. CBS News senior national weather ...

CBS News - 4d

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