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In a network exclusive, Tony Dokoupil asked Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado if Maduro's vice president, Delcy Rodriguez, is the right person to lead Venezuela; and if she's truly the moderate some in the U.S. believe her to be. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty Monday to federal drug trafficking and other charges. In court, Maduro was defiant, declaring through a translator that he is innocent, a “decent man” and is “still president of my country.” The CDC makes major changes to childhood vaccine recommendations, with guidelines suggesting fewer shots. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced that he won't seek reelection in a surprise exit from politics less than 18 months after the Democrat was chosen to be the party's nominee for vice president. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nearly three feet of snow has blanketed parts of the Northeast as severe weather impacts people across the country, bringing frigid temperatures and snow to the East Coast and heavy rain and mudslide concerns to Southern California. President Trump warned Friday in a social media post that if Iran "violently kills peaceful protesters, which is their custom, the United States of America will come to their rescue." Investigators said Friday that the deadly fire that tore through a popular bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana early on New Year's Day was caused by sparklers on Champagne bottles, which ignited the bar's ceiling. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A fire at a crowded bar in the Swiss Alps during New Year's Eve celebrations killed about 40 people and left 115 injured, many of them seriously, police said Thursday. Zohran Mamdani was publicly sworn in today as the 112th mayor of New York City. President Trump says he underwent a CT scan, rather than an MRI, during his October examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. In a new interview, he also says it would have been better if he hadn't undergone the scan at all. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Year's Eve celebrations in New York City and around the world are being held under tight security. Another player on the New England Patriots is accused of assaulting a woman, following charges against star wide receiver Stefon Diggs. And, there may be millions of documents still to be released from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A massive winter storm is slamming parts of the U.S. with blizzards that could affect travel for millions of Americans. How A.I. is being implemented in the renewed search for the infamous missing Malaysian Airlines flight that disappeared over a decade ago. And, flu cases are spiking across the country, what you need to know to keep you and your family safe. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A colossal winter storm is slamming the country with blizzards, dangerous wind chills, tornadoes, and thousands of flight delays and cancellations. A heroic tackle in the middle of terror - an exclusive interview with the man who wrestled a gun from the Bondi Beach attacker and saved countless lives. And, a 7‑foot former college basketball player chasing his dream of becoming a Texas police officer - and the surprise coach who stepped in: Shaquille O'Neal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a Christmas storm dumped record rain on southern California - crews are in a race to clear debris and prevent more flooding as winds pick up again. As temperatures drop, heating costs are rising - what you can do at home to cut energy bills and keep the cold out this winter. And, Steve Hartman goes on the road to meet a 12‑year‑old who can perfectly mimic 50 birds - and how his unique talent took flight in front of his entire school. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rescues underway as historic storms unleash flooding, mudslides across California. And, holiday cookie box deliveries make spirits bright. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Bethlehem, the Christmas story comes to life with a tree lighting in manger square, but empty streets reveal a holy city struggling without pilgrims or tourists. Twenty years after a family’s self-published elf on the shelf, now a Christmas icon from school roofs to Macy's parade and SNL skits. Flamingos are returning to Florida's everglades, hopeful signs that these rare sightings in the wild could signal a comeback for the pink birds. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why the weather could make holiday travel for some a challenge. The FDA approves a new option in the world of weight loss drugs. And, all aboard! A Christmas train bringing joy to the rails from stop to stop. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You know about self driving cars, but what about self landing planes? Senior Transportation Correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the story of one plane that got an unexpected live tryout. Over 100 million Americans are on the move this week for the holidays. We break down where the weather is holding strong, and where it isn't. And, meet the group trying to bring back Christmas Caroling. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Department of Justice has partially released the Epstein files. Coast to coast is seeing some of the worst weather related travel delays. And, on the CBS Evening News' "On the Road", meet the Secret Santa who's making a huge difference in people's lives. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A possible break in the Brown University shooting case as police believe they have identified a person interest. President Trump signs an executive order for one of the most significant drug policy changes in decades. And, our exclusive interview with the father of an American Rabbi who was wounded in the deadly Hanukkah shooting at Bondi beach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While President Trump prepares to address the nation tonight, he also is ratcheting up pressure on Venezuela. Nick Reiner makes his first court appearance after being charged with the murder of his parents. And, bringing the magic of the season to kids whose home for the holidays is the hospital. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The son of legendary actor and director Rob Reiner is formally charged with two counts of first degree murder. Why more and more people say they're cutting back on holiday spending this year. And, how does Santa deliver all those presents each year? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Police continue their search for the gunman who killed two Brown University students and wounded nine others. More details are emerging in the deaths of director Rob Reiner and his wife. Taking a look back at his legacy that helped define a generation. The Hanukkah massacre at Bondi Beach. Did the Australian government ignore the rise in antisemitism? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newly-released photos from the Epstein estate featuring President Trump, and former President Bill Clinton, plus other high profile figures. How these images are raising new questions. The troubling surge in flu cases. The advice Dr. Jon LaPook has for staying safe during the holidays. And, on the CBS Evening News' "On the Road", Steve Hartman shows us the healing powers in a bowl of gumbo. It's a story of comfort food and kindness. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parts of the Northwest are being slammed by an atmospheric river, as tens of thousands of residents have been advised to evacuate for safety from flooding. First responders have begun using boats to rescue stranded people. The Treasury Department added new sanctions on several family members of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, as well as six oil tankers it says have been used to fuel Maduro's “narco-terrorist regime." A routine formation jump turned chaotic when a reserve chute snagged on the plane, slamming a skydiver into the tail and leaving him dangling midair. He cut himself free, fought through tangled lines and managed to land with only minor injuries. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How one man's idea is becoming a new way to prevent another tragedy, months after the deadly flash flood at Camp Mystic in central Texas. Millions of Americans have been laid of in 2025. On the CBS Evening News' "Eye on America", how one town in California is trying to stay sweet after losing its sugar processing plant. There is a type of love only a grandma can provide, and we meet just one of the women who are extending their comfort to anyone who asks for it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices