Average tax refund is nearly 11% higher so far this year, IRS data shows
CBS News reports that early tax filers are enjoying bigger refunds compared to the same time last year, according to the latest figures from the Internal Revenue Service.
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Mask, clothing worn by suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance believed to be from Walmart, sheriff says
Sources from CBS say that Sheriff Chris Nanos of Pima County, Arizona, tells CBS News that investigators searching for Nancy Guthrie believe the clothing and face mask worn by the suspect in the chilling doorbell video released last week were purchased at Walmart.
What's open and closed on Presidents Day 2026? Here's what to expect on the federal holiday.
According to CBS News, Presidents' Day, which falls on Monday, Feb. 16, this year, was established to honor the birthday of the nation's first president, George Washington.
No clear path to ending the partial government shutdown as lawmakers dig in over DHS oversight
Associated Press reports that Lawmakers and the White House offered no signs of compromise Sunday in their battle over oversight of federal immigration officers that has led to a pause in funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
California braces for a major winter storm expected to bring heavy rain and snow
Sources from AP say that much of California on Monday was preparing to be hit by a powerful winter storm carrying treacherous thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow in mountain areas.
Winter Olympics recap: Brignone’s double gold after broken leg, Klaebo sets a medal record
According to Associated Press, Federica Brignone and Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo glided into history at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Sunday in very different ways.
No, George Washington didn’t have wooden teeth. Yes, he led the Siege of Boston
Associated Press reports that more than a decade before he became the country’s first president, George Washington was leading a critical campaign in the early days of the American Revolution.
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent, a period of fasting, reflection — and fish fries
Sources from Associated Press say that this is the week of Ash Wednesday, a solemn day of fasting and reflection that signals the start of Lent, the most penitential season of the church calendar for Catholics and many other Christians.
FBI: DNA recovered from glove found near Guthrie home that appears to match glove worn by suspect
According to AP, a glove containing DNA found about two miles from the house of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother appears to match those worn by a masked person outside her front door in Tucson the night she vanished, the FBI said Sunday.
One of two victims of a homicide in North Carolina have been identified
A Hamilton man has been identified as one of two victims in a Valentine's Day homicide in North Carolina.
Starkville community helps plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day
Today is Mississippi's Arbor Day. To celebrate, the City of Starkville, the Starkville Town and Country Garden Club, Artful Gardener, MSU Landscape Architecture students, and other volunteers planted about 40 trees around ballfields at Starkville's Cornerstone Park.
SpaceX launches space station crew on 8-month mission
CBS News reports that with NASA's delayed Artemis II moon mission on hold, SpaceX pressed ahead with a Friday the 13th launch of four fresh crew members to the International Space Station in a mission to replace four fliers who came home early last month because of a medical issue one was having.
Lindsey Vonn says she will need at least 2 more surgeries after crash at Winter Olympics
Sources from CBS News say that American skier Lindsey Vonn said Friday she'll need at least two more surgeries after breaking her left leg in a crash during her downhill race at the Winter Olympics last weekend.
Amazon ends Flock partnership after backlash over Super Bowl ad
According to CBS News, Amazon's Ring unit has ended its deal with security technology company Flock Safety after backlash over a Super Bowl commercial for the retail giant's smart doorbell sparked concerns about unwanted surveillance.
Trump’s Harvard move reflects one of his go-to tactics: Lawsuits
According to AP, Donald Trump has played many roles. Real estate developer. Marketing extraordinaire. Reality TV host. Candidate. President — twice. Another part has been constant through all of them: the plaintiff.
Falling cocoa prices won’t necessarily mean cheaper Valentine’s Day chocolates
Sources from Associated Press say that Cocoa prices have fallen nearly 70% since last Valentine’s Day, but that won’t make heart-shaped boxes of chocolate or even chocolate Easter bunnies more affordable this year.
Justice Department sues Harvard for data as it investigates how race factors into admissions
According to AP, the Trump administration is suing Harvard University, saying it has refused to provide admissions records that the Justice Department demanded to ensure the Ivy League school stopped using affirmative action in admissions.
Wendy’s closes US restaurants and focuses on value to turn around falling sales
Associated Press reports that Wendy’s is closing several hundred U.S. restaurants and increasing its focus on value after a weaker-than-expected fourth quarter.
Journalist Don Lemon is set to be arraigned in Minnesota church protest case
Sources from Associated Press say that Former CNN host turned independent journalist Don Lemon and four other people are set to be arraigned on federal civil rights charges Friday
What to know about the Homeland Security shutdown starting this weekend
According to Associated Press, another shutdown for parts of the federal government is expected this weekend as lawmakers debate new restrictions on President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agenda.
Southwest says it has "some kinks we are trying to work out" after launching new boarding process
According to CBS News, Southwest Airlines is still working out kinks in its boarding process two weeks after the discount carrier switched to assigned seating.
Savannah Guthrie shares video clips of her missing mom Nancy when she was younger: "We will never give up on her"
CBS News reports that Savannah Guthrie shared two throwback video clips and a family photo of her mother Nancy Guthrie on Instagram as she remains missing for a second week.
FTC warns Apple's Tim Cook over alleged political bias in its Apple News app
Sources from CBS News say that the Federal Trade Commission on Thursday sent a warning letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook about Apple News, pointing to reports claiming the news aggregator "systematically boosts left-wing sources and suppresses right-wing sources."
Consumers and businesses paid nearly 90% of Trump tariffs in 2025, new analysis found
According to CBS News, almost all of President Trump's tariffs last year were passed on to U.S. consumers and businesses in the form of higher costs, according to a new analysis from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
Judge blocks Pentagon from downgrading Sen. Mark Kelly's military rank, pay
Sources from CBS say that a federal judge on Thursday blocked the Pentagon from downgrading the military retirement rank and pay of Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona, finding that the government had "trampled on Senator Kelly's First Amendment freedoms."