An Oregon woman was found dead near Mount Hood last week, along with two dogs believed to be hers. The woman’s estranged husband was arrested on a murder charge. Source
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Trump calls pardon for Hunter Biden a “miscarriage of justice”
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a scathing response to President Biden’s pardon for his son Hunter, saying on social media that the pardon is “an abuse and miscarriage of justice” and asking if the Jan. 6 “hostages” are included. CBS News senior White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more. Source
Russia helps Syria launch strikes after rebel fighters seize control of major city of Aleppo
Over the weekend, rebel fighters in Syria appeared to take control of the major city of Aleppo, after a battle with government troops. The Syrian regime and its ally, Russia, have responded with deadly airstrikes. The Syrian civil war began in 2011 but it has been largely in a stalemate for years. CBS News’ Holly Williams has the latest from the Middle East. Source
Young Thug co-defendant stabbed in jail while awaiting verdict
Jurors are deliberating whether to convict Deamonte Kendrick, who raps as Yak Gotti, and Shannon Stillwell on gang, murder, drug and gun charges. Source
Cynthia Erivo on how she brought Elphaba to life in “Wicked”
Cynthia Erivo delivers a standout performance as Elphaba in the new movie “Wicked.” The film has earned $262 million domestically and set new records for Broadway adaptations. She joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about her role and the live-sung performances. Source
Israeli-American hostage Omer Neutra confirmed dead, IDF says
U.S.-Israeli hostage Omer Neutra is confirmed dead in Gaza, the Israel Defense Forces announced on Monday. Source
Read Hunter Biden’s pardon and President Biden’s full statement
The pardon covers offenses Hunter Biden “has committed or may have committed or taken part in during the period from January 1, 2014 through December 1, 2024.” Source
“Very unique” Russian submarine spotted in the South China Sea
The 243-foot-long vessel is armed with a missile system that has a range of 7,450 miles, according to Russia’s state-run TASS news agency. Source
What to know about Kash Patel, President-elect Trump’s pick to lead FBI
Over the weekend, President-elect Donald Trump announced loyalist Kash Patel is his pick to lead the FBI if current FBI director Chris Wray, who has three years left on his term, resigns or is fired. Patel, who would need to be confirmed by the Senate, was an active promoter of Trump’s false stolen election claims. CBS News’ Nancy Cordes has the latest. Source
Cyber Monday expected to break online shopping records
Some retailers are offering their lowest prices of the season with the holidays in full swing. According to Adobe Analytics, on Friday alone consumers spent nearly $11 billion online, up 10% from last year. Consumers are expected to spend $13.2 billion on Cyber Monday, which is expected to be the biggest online shopping day ever. Source