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Snow still falling across Northeast U.S. as massive blizzard continues track
20+ min ago (44+ words) More than half a million power outages have been reported across the East Coast as a historic blizzard continues to impact states from Maryland to Maine. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports. Snow still falling across Northeast U.S. as massive blizzard…...
Businesses could spend years waiting for tariff refunds in wake of SCOTUS decision, experts say
33+ min ago (386+ words) The University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School estimates the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that the Trump administration illegally collected emergency tariffs means businesses are due up to $175 billion in refunds. The administration is likely to fight those cases in court. The U.S. Supreme…...
Hello Houston (February 23, 2026)
45+ min ago (238+ words) Today: We break down the races and propositions in the 2026 primary election, learn about National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and talk with the team behind the Barbara Jordan documentary, "The Inquisitor." To embed this piece of audio in your site,…...
Houston Astros' Cam Smith jersey retired at Palm Beach Central
1+ hour, 22+ min ago (792+ words) Last spring, Cam Smith was the sensation of the Houston Astros' training camp. After playing only 32 minor league games, the former Palm Beach Central High and Florida State standout got manager Joe Espada's attention right away, hitting two home runs…...
ICE whistleblower to testify before lawmakers
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (51+ words) A former U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement instructor who says new recruits are receiving "defective" training is set to testify on Monday at a hearing organized by congressional Democrats. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more. ICE whistleblower to testify…...
Trump administration doubles down on tariff threats following Supreme Court ruling
2+ hour, 29+ min ago (44+ words) The Trump administration is standing by its threats of sweeping tariffs despite last week's ruling by the Supreme Court that struck down some of his global levies. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more. Trump administration doubles down on tariff threats…...
Judge permanently blocks release of Jack Smith's report on Trump's classified documents case
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (40+ words) A federal judge permanently blocked the release of former special counsel Jack Smith's report on President Trump's handling of classified documents. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more. Judge permanently blocks release of Jack Smith's report on Trump's classified documents case...
ICE whistleblower warns new recruits are receiving "defective" training
3+ hour ago (619+ words) February 23, 2026 / 1:00 PM EST / CBS News A former U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement instructor responsible for educating new ICE officers on proper use of force said the agency's efforts to rapidly scale up its ranks will place recruits on the streets without…...
Democratic early voting surges in Texas primary election, far outpacing 2022
3+ hour, 15+ min ago (303+ words) Compared with the same point in 2022, Democratic early voting is up by roughly 211,000 ballots, while Republican turnout has increased by about 6,000. Democratic early voting in Texas" primary election has surged compared to the last midterm cycle, with more than 211,000 additional…...
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in the killing of his parents Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner
3+ hour, 24+ min ago (309+ words) February 23, 2026 / 12:36 PM EST / CBS News Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty in Los Angeles on Monday in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the first degree…...