12/2: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth doubles down on strikes on alleged drug boats, saying they have “only just begun;” New book exposes China’s state-run espionage campaign against the U.S.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry’s biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
How police departments’ poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
Machado: Interim leader is “perhaps even more ruthless” than Maduro
María Corina Machado said Nicolas Maduro’s former vice president Delcy Rodríguez was “one of the main architects” of his oppressive regime in Venezuela.
Machado: Interim leader is “perhaps even more ruthless” than Maduro
María Corina Machado said Nicolas Maduro’s former vice president Delcy Rodríguez was “one of the main architects” of his oppressive regime in Venezuela.
Ralph E. Wagner

Ralph E. Wagner, 98, of Scribner died Sunday January 4, 2026 at Nye Legacy in Fremont. Ralph Eugene Wagner was born on July 30, 1927 in rural Scribner to Harold and Dora (Bang) Wagner. He grew up
Congress facing another government shutdown deadline; Senate to vote on war powers resolution
The Senate is expected to vote this week on a war powers resolution that would block the U.S. from further military action against Venezuela without congressional approval. Meanwhile, another government shutdown deadline is approaching with a funding
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
Flu surges across U.S. as doctor visits reach highest level since 1997
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases as of December 27.
Eye Opener at 8: House passes war powers resolution
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