Jared Pettus

As the U.S. and Israel back Iranians' right to protest against their leaders, authorities in Tehran detain students and declare a sudden holiday.

Winter weather slammed Syracuse, New York, with more than 24 inches of snow falling on Tuesday - its second highest one-day total on record. Meanwhile, blustery winds created near-blizzard conditions along Lake Erie. Ian Lee reports.

Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.

The ringleader of what authorities called the largest pandemic fraud case in the United States has been ordered to forfeit more than $5 million.

CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe breaks down the major political stories likely to dominate 2026, from the economy to the midterms.