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A powerful stream of moisture is bringing much needed precipitation to drought-stricken parts of northern California. For many areas, though, the heavy rain, wind, and snow are too much, causing power more » A powerful stream of moisture is bringing much needed precipitation to drought-stricken parts of northern California. For many areas, though, the heavy rain, wind, and snow are too much, causing power outages, flooding, and mudslides. Anne Makovec of CBS station KPIX reports.« less

The most complicated detail of this Tuesday's White House state dinner is the solo appearance of France's president, Francois Hollande. Months of planning go into an official White House state dinner, more » The most complicated detail of this Tuesday's White House state dinner is the solo appearance of France's president, Francois Hollande. Months of planning go into an official White House state dinner, and the arrival of the sandal-ridden French president means some alterations in the seating arrangements. Jeff Pegues reports.« less

Nearly 9 million pounds of beef federal officials say may have come from diseased animals has been recalled. The meat was distributed in California, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. The company that proc more » Nearly 9 million pounds of beef federal officials say may have come from diseased animals has been recalled. The meat was distributed in California, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. The company that processed the meat is Rancho Feeding Corporation, and has been under investigation by the FDA.« less

Demonstrators clashed with police in Taksim square in Istanbul, Turkey, over the weekend, angry over a law passed by parliament that would allow the government to block websites without a court order. more » Demonstrators clashed with police in Taksim square in Istanbul, Turkey, over the weekend, angry over a law passed by parliament that would allow the government to block websites without a court order. The law would also force internet providers to store data on user's activities which could be accessed by authorities. Holly Williams reports.« less

AOL chief Tim Armstrong restored the company's previous 401(k) match policy after setting off a firestorm when he linked the cut in the match to the cost of two employees who had given birth to what h more » AOL chief Tim Armstrong restored the company's previous 401(k) match policy after setting off a firestorm when he linked the cut in the match to the cost of two employees who had given birth to what he called, "distressed babies." Jill Schlesinger reports.« less

Ski jumping has been part of the Winter Olympics since they began in 1924, but only for men. The I.O.C. had long argued that the sport was simply too dangerous and would damage their ovaries. After wi more » Ski jumping has been part of the Winter Olympics since they began in 1924, but only for men. The I.O.C. had long argued that the sport was simply too dangerous and would damage their ovaries. After winning a lawsuit, women are now allowed to compete in the sport and will do so for the first time in Sochi. Don Dahler reports.« less

Iraq war veterans who developed a mysterious lung illness after being stationed at Camp Victory may finally get some answers. Doctors studying what they say is toxic dust at the camp will present thei more » Iraq war veterans who developed a mysterious lung illness after being stationed at Camp Victory may finally get some answers. Doctors studying what they say is toxic dust at the camp will present their findings to a Pentagon subcommittee. Jeff Glor reports.« less

It was a year ago this week that the pursuit of a former LA cop and accused killer Christopher Dorner reached its climax. Carter Evans recalls being on the front lines of the final confrontation. It was a year ago this week that the pursuit of a former LA cop and accused killer Christopher Dorner reached its climax. Carter Evans recalls being on the front lines of the final confrontation.« less

For the first time, the nation's oldest and most important dog show is breaking with a 138-year tradition and allowing mixed-breed dogs to compete. Elaine Quijano met one woman who has entered her poo more » For the first time, the nation's oldest and most important dog show is breaking with a 138-year tradition and allowing mixed-breed dogs to compete. Elaine Quijano met one woman who has entered her poodle-terrier mix in the Westminster dog show's agility competition.« less

The Syrian city of Homs, which has seen some of the bloodiest battles in a civil war that's killed 130,000 people, was evacuated during a 3-day ceasefire. The ceasefire was supposed to allow relief wo more » The Syrian city of Homs, which has seen some of the bloodiest battles in a civil war that's killed 130,000 people, was evacuated during a 3-day ceasefire. The ceasefire was supposed to allow relief workers to get inside the city, but a mortar attack has put that plan in jeopardy. Elizabeth Palmer reports.« less