The White House on Friday accused Iran of being “deeply involved” in planning attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea. The White House said an Iranian intelligence ship is providing real-time information to a militia group in Yemen, which is then targeting the ships. Source
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Supreme Court denies request to fast-track Trump immunity claim
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday denied a request from special counsel Jack Smith to fast-track the immunity claim in the federal case charging former President Donald Trump with attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Instead, the case will now go to the U.S. Court of Appeals in January. Robert Costa has details. Source
U.S. airports seeing smooth holiday travel season so far
Despite stormy weather in some regions of the U.S., air travel has largely been on the nice list so far this holiday season, with airlines seeing fewer delays and cancellations than last year. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, December 22, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News” with Major Garrett. Source
Storm causes flooding in Southern California ahead of busy holiday weekend
A powerful storm front this week brought drenching rain to Southern California. Dozens of homes across the region suffered flood damage, while Santa Barbara has received nearly seven inches of rain this week, making some roads impassable. Jeff Nguyen has the latest. Source
Cummins to pay record $1.67 billion penalty over excess engine emissions
The fine would be the largest civil penalty the Justice Department has secured under the Clear Air Act to date, and second largest environmental penalty ever secured. Source
Planes abort landings at English airport due to Storm Pia’s strong winds
Planes were diverted from an airport in Manchester, England, on Thursday due to Storm Pia’s powerful winds after several jets appeared to wobble and had to abort their landings. Source
Wayfair CEO’s holiday message to employees: Work harder
Wayfair CEO Niraj Shah’s recipe for corporate success involves putting in longer hours and “blending work and life.” Source
Trump apparently recorded pressuring Michigan election canvassers. What was said?
Former President Donald Trump was apparently recorded pressuring two Michigan canvassers not to sign the certification of the 2020 presidential election, according to a Detroit News report. CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the new allegations. Source
How the 2023 holiday travel season is going so far
This could be a record-setting holiday travel season, surpassing pre-pandemic travel levels, according to AAA. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave is tracking the nation’s travels. Source