The iconic ruby slippers sold for a total of $32.5 million at auction last month. The slippers were stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids. Source
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How much will a $10,000 CD earn at today’s lower rates?
CD returns on a $10,000 deposit have dropped, but they’re not insignificant. Here’s how much savers can still earn. Source
Trump to be sentenced for “hush money” conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America’s 248 years. Source
3 CD accounts still worth opening for 2025
CD accounts can still be valuable this year, especially if you open one of these term lengths. Source
Flu emergency room visits now “very high” nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year’s peak of flu season. Source
FBI returns to Texas home of New Orleans attacker as brother speaks out
The FBI returned to Shamsud-Din Jabbar’s home in Texas as the federal probe into the New Orleans terrorist attack continues. CBS News’ Jason Allen spoke to the attacker’s brother and reports. Also, contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the heightened terror threat in the U.S. Source
Rep. Norman on Mike Johnson’s House speaker win
South Carolina Rep. Ralph Norman was one of the lawmakers who switched votes during the first round of voting for House speaker. Norman says he spoke to President-elect Donald Trump about his priorities. CBS News’ Nikole Killion reports. Source
Bomb-making materials found at home of New Orleans attacker, officials say
Federal investigators previously said they found two IEDs near the site of the New Orleans truck attack. They also detonated some materials found at a New Orleans Airbnb. Source
Titans Punter Ryan Stonehouse Named Team’s 2024 Ed Block Courage Award Winner
The award recognizes NFL players who best exemplify commitments to the principles of sportsmanship, courage, and their ability to overcome great adversity. Source
Apple’s Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people’s privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users. Source