A plane carrying 98 people crashed today shortly after takeoff in Kazakhstan. At least a dozen people were killed and more than 50 others were rushed to hospitals. Roxana Saberi reports. Source

The CDC reports that Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, New York City and 25 states now have “high” flu activity. Flu cases have jumped by more than a million in just one week to an estimated 4 and half million cases, and more than 2,000 people have died from the flu so far this season. Source

Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News” with Jim Axelrod. Source

WFAN host Mike Francesa, a longtime friend, called Imus “one of the true giants in the history of radio.” Source

The chopper was carrying a pilot and six passengers, including two children, viewing the Na Pali coastline of the island of Kauai. Source

The FDA confirmed that an age increase that was signed into law last week is now in effect. Source

Investigators are still trying to determine what caused the explosion at an aircraft manufacturing facility. Source

Despite calls for changes in how clothes are made and sold, the industry is responsible for 10% of carbon emissions. Source

Amazon, Apple and other consumer technology companies extend gains into 13th day for Nasdaq composite. Source

Amazon, Apple and other consumer technology companies extend gains into 13th day for Nasdaq composite. Source