Fifteen years ago, U.S. Airways pilot Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger successfully landed a plane in the Hudson River during an emergency, saving 155 people in what became known as the “Miracle on the Hudson.” Bill Elkin, who was on board, joined CBS News with his memories of Sullenberger’s heroic actions. Source
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Biden administration demands Texas stop blocking border area
A park that has been commandeered by Texas National Guard soldiers is becoming a point of tension between the state and the Biden administration. Federal officials say Texas National Guard soldiers prevented Border Patrol agents from attempting to rescue three migrants who drowned in the Rio Grande on Friday while trying to enter the U.S. Texas officials denied the claims. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports. Source
Ahead of Iowa caucuses, GOP candidates tap economic frustrations
A majority of Americans think the economy is in bad shape, despite low unemployment and a growing economy. Inflation remains a primary concern. Source
What Haley, DeSantis need from Iowa to move on in 2024 elections
The campaigns for former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are battling frigid temperatures to make a last-ditch effort before Iowans caucus for the 2024 presidential elections. CBS News campaign reporters Aaron Navarro and Olivia Rinaldi have the latest. Source
Washington state sues to block Kroger-Albertsons mega-merger
State prosecutor says a nearly $25 billion deal to combine two of the nation’s biggest supermarket chains would drive up prices for consumers. Source
Video shows man ramming skid loader into police cruiser in Nebraska
A man was seen ramming into a police cruiser with a skid loader at a Home Depot parking lot in Nebraska on Sunday. He was reportedly taken into custody by police. Source
How Iowa could impact the Trump, Haley and DeSantis campaigns for president
The results of the Iowa caucuses Monday may determine the paths forward for Republican front-runner Donald Trump and his top two rivals, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis. CBS News political director Fin Gomez explores Iowa’s impact on the 2024 presidential elections with Shelby Talcott, a campaign reporter for Semafor. Source
Israel-Hamas war surpasses 100 days
The war in Gaza, triggered by Hamas’ deadly terror attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, has surpassed 100 days. Many Palestinians in Gaza are facing starvation amid the fighting, according to the United Nations. In Israel, families of people believed to be held hostage by Hamas are demanding their release. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee reports. Source
Congress to weigh short-term funding bill to avert partial government shutdown
Congressional leaders announced a deal Sunday to fund the government through March 1 and March 8. Lawmakers will need to pass a short-term funding bill this week to avoid a partial government shutdown on Friday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill. Source
2024 Miss America crown goes to active-duty U.S. Air Force officer
U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh is the first active-duty service member to win the Miss America competition. Source