The same massive storm system that spawned tornadoes in the southeast brought torrential rain to the northeast late Tuesday. Some locations got up to 5 inches of rain and woke up to flooded roads and homes Wednesday morning. CBS News’ Lana Zak reports. Source

Heavy rain and high winds bring multiple tornadoes, as brutal weather slams tens of millions of Americans across the country. Also, former President Donald Trump’s lawyers argue that presidential immunity can extend as far as ordering the assassination of a political rival. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Source

All sorts of nasty winter weather left several people dead, led to numerous water rescues, forced the scrapping of many flights and left hundreds of thousands without power. Source

The nature reserve is home to a variety of rare and endangered species. Source

“We are deeply remorseful for the past wrongs that caused tremendous harm to Mr. Long, his family, friends, and our community,” the city’s statement read. Source

House Republicans are moving forward with their effort to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for his handling of the crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border. Source

The debate is the final meeting of the candidates before the Iowa caucuses next week. Source

Police say Suchana Seth, the CEO of The Mindful AI Lab startup company in India, is suspected of killing her young son after his body was found in her luggage. Source

Concern is rising about brain damage young athletes could sustain while playing tackle football. Source

Jayson Boebert was arrested on Tuesday, according to court records, apparently in connection with an altercation that happened Saturday with his ex-wife Lauren Boebert. Source