In a Dec. 11 Senate hearing, U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger testified that there had been more than 50 so-called “swatting” attacks on members of Congress over the previous month. Source

President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court Friday to pause a potential U.S. ban on TikTok from taking effect. In his brief, he said he said he wants to delay the ban in order to give time for his incoming administration to “pursue a negotiated resolution.” Source

Houthi rebels in Yemen say an airstrike hit the capital Sana’a after the Iran-backed group claimed to have attacked Israel. Both sides have increased fighting in recent days. Meanwhile, a new front has opened up in the war in Gaza — a battle of the elements. Holly Williams reports. Source

A new Congress is set to be sworn into office next week, ending a tumultuous campaign year. For those who hoped the end of the election would break the fever of politically violent threats and rhetoric, there are new signs the opposite has happened. Scott MacFarlane reports on a surge in bomb threats and so-called “swatting” attacks on elected officials. Source

Homelessness in the U.S. jumped 18.1% this year, hitting a record level, with the dramatic rise driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing and devastating natural disasters, officials say. Lilia Luciano has the story. Source

Millions of Americans are hitting the roads and passing through airports as they head back home ahead of the New Year. And with just a few days left in 2024, this has been America’s busiest year for air travel ever. Skyler Henry has more. Source

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

Speculation is mounting that Russia’s military could have had a role in the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash that killed 38 people and left 29 survivors injured in Kazakhstan on Christmas Day. Moscow initially suggested a bird strike was to blame. Source

Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died at the age of 78 after battling cancer, his family confirmed. Dana Jacobson has a look back at his remarkable career. Source

Compassion comes with the territory for hospital nurses, but one raised the bar beyond the call of duty while caring for a 14-year-old mom and her triplets. Steve Hartman goes “On the Road” for the story. Source