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Travis Timmerman, a 29-year-old from Missouri, was found alive near Damascus after being freed from prison. His family says the news of his safety is the best Christmas gift they could have hoped for. "48 Hours" explores a puzzling 2021 attack on a Georgia woman inside her home on New Year's Day. Morgan Metzer says she was awakened by a masked intruder who pounced on her and began violently beatin...

A man identifying himself as American Travis Timmerman tells CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer he was freed from a Syrian prison earlier this week as rebel forces ousted longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad. Timmerman said he was held for seven months. Palmer has more from just outside Damascus. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to know about the prices of produ...

Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, shouted and struggled with law enforcement Tuesday before entering a Pennsylvania courthouse for an extradition hearing. Mangione was denied bail and contested extradition to New York. Albertsons called off a $25 billion merger with rival Kroger after a judge temporarily halted the deal. The grocery chain is also suing Kroger...

Luigi Mangione, the suspect in last week's killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson's in New York City, is expected to face an extradition hearing on murder charges on Tuesday afternoon. He is currently being held without bail in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where authorities say the extradition process could take days, if not weeks. Investigators are now pouring through what they call a mountain...

Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has fled to Moscow after rebels toppled his regime and took control of the Syrian government over the weekend. CBS News homeland security contributor Samantha Vinograd has a look at the situation. Ethan Clark, a 22-year-old self-taught forecaster, received one of North Carolina's highest civilian honors for his reporting during Hurricane Helene. CBS News contributor...

NYPD shares photos of someone they believe may be the shooter who killed United HealthCare's CEO. A source says they believe the shooter took a bus to New York 10 days before the crime. That bus began its journey in Atlanta, but it's not clear where the suspect got on. While the motive for the UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder remains unknown, online reactions reveal deep frustrations with the health...

Surveillance video from the scene shows the moment a person approaches UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson from behind and opens fire with a handgun equipped with a silencer outside a Manhattan hotel. The NYPD is processing forensic evidence the suspect left at a Starbucks before the shooting. They are also analyzing shell casings found at the scene, along with a cellphone recovered nearby. Rodney...

CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the alarming rise in whooping cough cases. The Supreme Court on Wednesday will hear arguments in a landmark case over gender-affirming care for minors. The case involves a Tennessee law that bans puberty blockers and hormone treatments for kids under 18 who identify as transgender. Similar laws have passed in 24 states...

A snowstorm slammed a portion of the Great Lakes region, bringing up to 4 feet of snow. In Chautauqua County, New York, more than 55 inches of snow fell in the last four days. Meanwhile, freezing temperatures in the Northeast are expected to spread all the way to Florida by Wednesday. In another round of post-Thanksgiving deals, an airfare tracking site says there's an opportunity to save on your...

President Biden announced on Sunday he signed a pardon for his son Hunter Biden after previously saying he would not issue a pardon. Hunter Biden was convicted of three felonies in a Delaware federal gun possession case in June. He faced sentencing for the case in Delaware and a federal tax evasion case in California. Some retailers are offering their lowest prices of the season with the holidays...

More than 183 million Americans are expected to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday this year, a record high. They'll be chasing some of the biggest discounts of the year. CBS News' Nancy Chen is in New Jersey with your Black Friday shopping guide. Will the weather cooperate for the millions of travelers making their post-Thanksgiving return trips? The Weather Channel's Kelly Cass has more...

Thanksgiving travel hasn't been easy for everyone with snow in Denver and an air traffic controller shortage in Newark, New Jersey, leading to delays. A stowaway was also discovered on a flight from New York. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest on the rush to get home for the holiday. Stephanie Abrams from The Weather Channel has a look at the weather across...

The Biden administration wants to expand access to popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic. The new proposal would allow millions of obese Americans covered by Medicaid and Medicare to be eligible for the drugs. Out-of-pocket costs could plunge as much as 95%. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the proposed rule. More than 5,000 public schools hav...

A storm is bringing winter weather conditions to parts of the country, including Salt Lake City and Denver, potentially impacting flights during a busy Thanksgiving travel week. Since Friday, airlines have dealt with winter weather and air traffic control staffing issues that have caused thousands of delays, but few cancellations. The FAA says Tuesday will see the highest number of scheduled fligh...

AAA estimates nearly 80 million people will travel over Thanksgiving and some have already started to pack the airports. The FAA says the number of scheduled flights will peak Tuesday, with more than 50,000 but airlines expect Wednesday and Sunday to actually see the most people. There is the potential of snow in Denver and Salt Lake City, impacting two major airports, and some extremely low tempe...

From New York's historic ticker tape parade for the WNBA champion Liberty to global revenues surpassing $1 billion, CBS News' Adriana Diaz explores the factors fueling the unprecedented growth of women's sports. The National Women's Soccer League Championship will draw thousands of fans to CPKC Stadium, marking the end of a historic season. CBS News' Jan Crawford explores how diehard supporters ar...

CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on bird flu as new cases raise alarms among health officials. There have been 53 confirmed human cases across seven states this year. Health officials in California are reporting a possible case in a child who had no known contact with an infected animal. The average cost of a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 this...

Thirty years ago, Susan Smith rolled her car into a South Carolina lake with her 3-year-old and 14-month-old sons inside. She initially told police she was carjacked before confessing to their killings. On Wednesday, Smith, who is serving a life sentence, will ask a parole board for her freedom. American Airlines has been testing a new boarding system in Tuscon and two other airports that prevents...

The Justice Department is reportedly asking a judge to force Google's parent company to sell its Chrome browser following a ruling that declared the company's search engine practices an illegal monopoly. In an exclusive interview, Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai, and Sahra Mani talk about their new documentary showing the struggles of Afghan women. "Bread & Roses" premieres on Apple TV+ on...

Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan, who served under the Biden and Trump administrations, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the impact and timing of President Biden's approval of Ukraine using U.S.-made long-range weapons in Russia. Since the election, CBS News has reported people who are Black have been receiving racist text messages. Hispanic and LGBTQ Americans have also reported rece...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime vaccine skeptic, was named as Trump's pick for secretary of Health and Human Services. The controversial choice reignited debates over his positions on vaccines and public health. Major Garret takes a closer look at Trump's Cabinet picks so far. Public health expert and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss President-elect...

President-elect Donald Trump said Rep. Matt Gaetz is his pick to be nominated for attorney general. The announcement comes just two days before the House ethics committee was set to vote on releasing what sources say is a highly damaging report about an investigation into Gaetz over claims he partied with teenage girls. Gaetz, who has denied all wrongdoing, resigned from his seat in the House of R...

On Wednesday, President Biden will host President-elect Donald Trump in the Oval Office as Trump continues to build his administration. Trump says billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head a new agency to cut what he sees as waste in the federal government. He also announced he is nominating Pete Hegseth to serve as defense secretary. The Fox News host and Army veteran has blasted diver...

A CBS News analysis found foodborne illnesses have increased 42% since 2013 in regions the CDC monitors. Recent outbreaks of listeria and E. coli have made headlines nationwide. Nancy Chen shows if consumers are taking the proper steps at home when it comes to safe food storage and preparation. A new study finds the United States has more heavy drinkers than it did a few years ago before the pande...

The annual United Nations summit known as COP29 kicks off Monday in Azerbaijan. The summit is when nearly 200 countries gather for about two weeks to work on strategies to slow global warming. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the summit and how the U.S. presidential election could impact the talks. Jury deliberations resume Monday in the...