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An 11-year-old piano prodigy with autism gets a huge surprise. A heroic woman rescues a stranger in a blizzard. Host Tony Dokoupil faces his fear of dancing and takes dance lessons for the first time.
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An 11-year-old piano prodigy with autism gets a huge surprise. A heroic woman rescues a stranger in a blizzard. Host Tony Dokoupil faces his fear of dancing and takes dance lessons for the first time.
A congressman brings his baby son along for a historic vote – and some father-son bonding. A girl makes a unique wish for a mystical pet, and strangers help her pursue her dreams. Plus, heartwarming videos you need to see.
A beluga whale that showed up in Norway gains support from a community trying to help him live a fulfilled life. Popular YouTuber Mark Rober takes us inside his secret lab where fun experiments are created. Plus, a woman gives birth in an unexpected place – and heroes rush to be by her side.
Get a close-up look at the winter monarch butterfly count in California. Meet a blended family who, despite facing many challenges, shares a story about resilience and love. And the story of a woman who uses her hobby to honor her late son and help cancer patients.
An 83-year-old man builds handmade toys for kids in need. A lost dog is found thousands of miles away – and makes a friend who promises to get him home for the holidays. College students find a way to boost the spirits of a child with cancer.
Jordyn's Summer Shirt project became a way for Jordyn Moore to learn new skills and prepare for life after school.
"I never expected it. Like, never in a million years," 15-year-old Sergio Peralta told CBS News.
Seamus, an Australian shepherd, ran into a storm drain and began to float away in raging floodwaters. He was found about a mile away.
Sha'Kyra Aughtry welcomed Joey White into her home, saving him from the blistering cold and caring for him as he suffered from severe frostbite.
Seven-year-old Madeline likes unicorns so much she wanted one of her own, and wrote to her county asking permission — if she could find one.
"For people who unfortunately have to be alone for the holiday, just having some sense of holiday and knowing people are thinking about you I think is especially meaningful," Met Council CEO David Greenfield told CBS News.
For the couple to have their baby on their birthday is a one in 133,000 chance. Here are more fun birthday stats.
The group's founder says they are still trying to locate about 8,000 people, and he hopes this incredible success story will help other families keep hope alive.
While Madeline easily won approval for her unicorn, the license does come with some rules.
Bear had only been with his family for about a week.
Mo Mountain Mutts is a dog-walking business in Alaska that picks up local pooches in a bus customized to transport pups on adventures.
A flight from Baltimore to Puerto Rico was delayed, but a flight attendant kept passengers entertained by giving them a comedy show as he read the safety instructions.
While in the NICU with his newborn, Daniel Johnson was singing a gospel song. Then, his baby boy, who was born at 22 weeks, raised his hand just as he sang the word "hallelujah."
Jordyn Moore, a 21-year-old who was born with autism and verbal apraxia, works full time at her family business — a T-shirt company her mom created for her. They sell shirts with a simple message: "Be Kind to Everyone."
This dog suddenly became quadriplegic and couldn't walk anymore. But he went to physical therapy, and proudly walked to his owner, who was brought to tears.
This 8-year-old took his aunt to an art exhibit – and he showed her a piece that brought her to tears.
Fourteen-year-old Greta Baier, who has nemaline myopathy, uses a wheelchair. But that hasn't stopped her from dancing. She performs to express herself — and empower other people with disabilities.
Breyana A. Hammond, a recent grad of George Washington University Law School, checked her bar exam results with her family — and their reaction speaks for itself.
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
Haley will become the first Republican to get in the 2024 presidential race since former President Donald Trump launched his bid.
Nathan Chasing Horse was taken into custody near the North Las Vegas home he shared with his five wives, police said.
The funeral for the 29-year-old who died after being beaten by police is being held Wednesday in Memphis.
Benjamin Obadiah Foster was wanted by police after, they say, a woman was found unconscious, bound and near death in Grants Pass, Oregon, last week.
The legislation raises debate over effectiveness of work-from-home.
An end to federal pandemic funding this year could send prices for child care up, forcing businesses to close, and people — especially moms — out of the workforce.
During pandemic, nonpaying customers were protected against shut-offs. Now millions are losing electricity, gas.
The digital payments company is the latest tech giant to slash jobs, citing a "challenging macro-economic environment."
Tech companies large and small are slashing their payrolls, fearing a recession is on the way. Here's a running list.
Haley will become the first Republican to get in the 2024 presidential race since former President Donald Trump launched his bid.
DACA's demise would prevent nearly 600,000 immigrants known as "Dreamers" from renewing their deportation protections and work permits.
The legislation raises debate over effectiveness of work-from-home.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is also a retired New York Police Department captain.
His decision raises the prospect of blockbuster race against Sen. Joe Manchin and shift in balance of power in Senate.
Maker of prepared meats says some of its salami, pepperoni and other products may be contaminated.
Adults found with small amounts of cocaine, heroin and other drugs will get information on addiction treatment rather than jail time.
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
Private equity groups are cashing in on rising rates of alcohol and drug addiction in the U.S.
"Trans kids are kids — they deserve to grow up without constant political attacks on their lives and health care," wrote the ACLU's Utah chapter on Twitter.
The dangerously radioactive capsule fell off a truck along a remote stretch of desert highway in Western Australia last month. One official said it was like finding "a needle in a haystack."
Two of the suspects were among the first to be arrested in connection with the slaying.
Adults found with small amounts of cocaine, heroin and other drugs will get information on addiction treatment rather than jail time.
The blast, which ripped through a mosque inside a major police facility in Peshawar, was one of the deadliest attacks on Pakistan's security forces in years.
Police initially believed the victim owned the car in which her body was discovered, but they then identified her as someone who looked "remarkably similar."
Nathan Chasing Horse was taken into custody near the North Las Vegas home he shared with his five wives, police said.
At issue is the way Riseborough's candidacy was promoted for a movie which has so far grossed a little over $27,000 at the box office.
Similar charges were formally filed against the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
Jaafar Jackson said he's "humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael's story to life."
Priscilla Presley flagged issues with a trust amendment, such as misspelling of her name and the lack of a witness.
The digital payments company is the latest tech giant to slash jobs, citing a "challenging macro-economic environment."
Tech companies large and small are slashing their payrolls, fearing a recession is on the way. Here's a running list.
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
The decision comes after an analysis found some 2015-19 Hyundai and Kia vehicles lack protections to prevent theft.
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
But it will miss, the space agency says, in one of the closest encounters of its type ever.
Nathan Chasing Horse was taken into custody near the North Las Vegas home he shared with his five wives, police said.
Benjamin Obadiah Foster was wanted by police after, they say, a woman was found unconscious, bound and near death in Grants Pass, Oregon, last week.
Two of the suspects were among the first to be arrested in connection with the slaying.
Alec Baldwin and film set weapons specialist Hannah Gutierrez-Reed have been formally charged with manslaughter in connection with the deadly shooting on the "Rust" set. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave breaks joins Lana Zak with more details on the charges.
Similar charges were formally filed against the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
The icy ingredients studied in a molecular cloud 500 light-years away provide a "spectral snapshot" of the origins of space bodies.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
Millions of people across the south and central U.S. were under some form of winter weather alert Tuesday. Omar Villafranca reports from Memphis, Tennessee.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a former New York Police Department captain who was also assaulted by police as a teenager, told CBS News on Tuesday that police departments must concern themselves with the "basic aptitude" of police officers and recruits, in addition to training. Watch Ed O'Keefe's full interview with Adams.
Ten dead whales have washed ashore on the New York and New Jersey coastline since December. Some local mayors are blaming offshore wind farms for the deaths. Ry Rivard, a reporter for Politico, joined CBS News to discuss the issue.
Democratic Rep. Katie Porter is running to be California's next senator. Porter spoke to CBS News about her campaign, her opponents, and key issues she is fighting for, like ending the filibuster, and banning lawmakers from trading stocks.
Rep. George Santos of New York said Tuesday he is recusing himself from serving on House committees until he clears his name. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns discusses the latest.