President Trump focused Friday on more baseless claims of a rigged election, even as he continues to face legal defeats. Ben Tracy reports. Source

Congress has been gridlocked over more coronavirus relief since May. But suddenly, leaders are talking and expressing new optimism they can cut a deal fast. Nancy Cordes has the latest. Source

Santa Claus and his helpers are taking extraordinary steps during the COVID-19 pandemic to still be able to talk with children and learn more about their Christmas wishes. Steve Hartman reports for “On The Road.” Source

The bodies were found Wednesday in a training area, officials said. Source

“We don’t think we can wait for the state’s new restrictions to go into effect. This is an emergency,” one official said. Source

“I may end up taking it on TV or having it filmed, just so that people know that I trust this science,” Obama said. Source

For families in these canyons, dodging fire after fire has now become a way of life. Source

Crews in Orange County, California, are working around the clock to stop the massive Bond Fire. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest. Source

With nearly 11 million people unemployed and more than 400,000 COVID-19 deaths projected by the time he takes office, President-elect Joe Biden said Congress must provide relief for Americans set to lose federal aid in a matter of weeks. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source

Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source