Over the weekend, rebel fighters in Syria appeared to take control of the major city of Aleppo, after a battle with government troops. The Syrian regime and its ally, Russia, have responded with deadly airstrikes. The Syrian civil war began in 2011 but it has been largely in a stalemate for years. CBS News’ Holly Williams has the latest from the Middle East. Source

Jurors are deliberating whether to convict Deamonte Kendrick, who raps as Yak Gotti, and Shannon Stillwell on gang, murder, drug and gun charges. Source

Cynthia Erivo delivers a standout performance as Elphaba in the new movie “Wicked.” The film has earned $262 million domestically and set new records for Broadway adaptations. She joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about her role and the live-sung performances. Source

U.S.-Israeli hostage Omer Neutra is confirmed dead in Gaza, the Israel Defense Forces announced on Monday. Source

The pardon covers offenses Hunter Biden “has committed or may have committed or taken part in during the period from January 1, 2014 through December 1, 2024.” Source

The 243-foot-long vessel is armed with a missile system that has a range of 7,450 miles, according to Russia’s state-run TASS news agency. Source

Over the weekend, President-elect Donald Trump announced loyalist Kash Patel is his pick to lead the FBI if current FBI director Chris Wray, who has three years left on his term, resigns or is fired. Patel, who would need to be confirmed by the Senate, was an active promoter of Trump’s false stolen election claims. CBS News’ Nancy Cordes has the latest. Source

Some retailers are offering their lowest prices of the season with the holidays in full swing. According to Adobe Analytics, on Friday alone consumers spent nearly $11 billion online, up 10% from last year. Consumers are expected to spend $13.2 billion on Cyber Monday, which is expected to be the biggest online shopping day ever. Source

The military rulers of the West African nation of Guinea say at least 56 people were killed in a stampede sparked by clashing fans at a soccer match. Source

Syria’s civil war has taken a dramatic turn, with dictator Bashar Assad once again leaning on Russian support after a shock offensive by Islamist rebels in Aleppo. Source