Lawmakers returned to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday following a six-week election break. Republicans are preparing to govern with majorities in both chambers while Democrats look to regroup. Scott MacFarlane has more. Source

Four women who were denied abortions in Idaho began testifying on Tuesday in a case that seeks to clarify medical exceptions under the state’s near-total ban. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has more. Source

After Hurricane Helene tore through six states, Taylor Schenker went for a walk in hard-hit Asheville, North Carolina. As she dug through the debris and mud, she found family photos that got lost in the storm. Now, she’s hoping to use her Photos from Helene Instagram page to help reunite the images with the families who own them. Source

President Biden sat down with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Tuesday. During the meeting, Herzog praised Mr. Biden for his ongoing support of Israel since the war with Hamas broke out in 2023. CBS News’ Elizabeth Palmer and Willie James Inman report. Source

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

Congressional Republicans are preparing to carry out President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda. This weekend, he took to social media saying that the next Senate Republican leader must “agree to recess appointments.” CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion breaks down what that is, and what else the next leader will be tasked with. Source

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to name Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida as his secretary of state. He also reportedly tapped South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee for key administrative roles. CBS News political director Fin Gomez explains the reasoning behind his picks. Source

At least 11 employees were taken to hospitals and residents were urged to shelter in place after an explosion at a Louisville, Kentucky, business. Source

A judge denied bail for Kouri Richins a second time on Tuesday, ordering the Utah mom to remain in jail until she goes on trial for allegedly fatally poisoning her husband in 2022. Source

Billionaires backed President-elect Donald Trump’s bid to get back in the White House, but now that the deal is done, what could they get in return? CBS News investigative reporter Dan Klaidman joins “America Decides” with more. Source