Ben & Jerry’s board chair calls for a truce between Israeli and Palestinian forces, saying the goal is “consistent” with the ice cream maker’s policies. Source
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Key takeaways from Trump’s win in Iowa
Former President Donald Trump won the Republican Iowa caucuses with widespread support: He won men, women, older voters and younger voters, and he improved on his 2016 performance with all of these groups. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has the latest from Iowa, and CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results. Source
Senate aims to clear first hurdle in avoiding shutdown
The Senate is taking the first procedural vote on a short-term spending measure as the government faces a Friday deadline to avert a partial shutdown. Source
Storm ends nearly 2-year-long snow drought in Baltimore
Snow showers and freezing drizzle were expected to taper off in the Baltimore area on Tuesday as temperatures fall into the 20s. A snow drought affected the region and other parts of the East Coast, including Washington, D.C., and New York City, for almost two years. CBS News Baltimore’s Paul Gessler reports on the snow’s impact. Source
Lawmakers questioned Fauci about “lab leak” COVID theory in marathon interview
Sources in the room for Fauci’s two-day interview told CBS News the meeting was cordial, but also revealed the intense and fractious political divide over his legacy and work. Source
Gilgo Beach killings suspect Rex Heuermann faces new murder charge
Officials on Long Island, New York, announced a fourth murder charge against Rex Heuermann, a suspect in the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann was charged in the murder of Maureen Brainard-Barnes Tuesday. CBS News New York’s Carolyn Gusoff reports. Source
Texas representative decries state’s actions at border as “inhumane”
The Biden administration has warned it will take action if Texas National Guard soldiers do not stop blocking federal agents from a border area in Eagle Pass. Democratic congresswoman Sylvia Garcia from Texas’ 29th district joined CBS News to discuss the situation. Source
Judge blocks JetBlue-Spirit Airlines deal, citing antitrust concerns
Federal judge rules that JetBlue’s $3.8 billion purchase of Spirit would reduce the number of discount carriers, reducing options for travelers. Source
2024 Grammy Awards: Here who’s performing
Nominees Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and Olivia Rodrigo are all up for Song of the Year at this year’s 66th Grammy Awards. Source
2024 Grammy Awards: Here’s who’s performing
Nominees Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and Olivia Rodrigo are all up for Song of the Year at this year’s 66th Grammy Awards. Source