Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene insults colleague’s appearance on House floor

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene insults colleague’s appearance on House floor – CBS News Watch CBS News During a House Oversight Committee meeting over a Republican-led charge to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress, there was a heated exchange of words between lawmakers Marjorie Taylor Greene, Jasmine Crocket and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez after Greene called Crockett’s eyelashes fake. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

5 best propane grills of 2024

By Jason R. Rich Updated on: May 17, 2024 / 11:35 AM EDT / Essentials CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Monument Grills, Weber Outdoor grilling season is finally here, so if you’re shopping for a new propane gas grill for your backyard, deck or patio — or a grill you can easily take camping or quickly set up at your next tailgate — we’ve curated this collection of your five best options. Compared to charcoal  with wood-pellet grills, propane grills offer a handful of advantages, including convenience, more precise temperature control and ease of cleaning. Oh: And they also produce great-tasting food. Depending on the model, some propane grills can cook different types of foods at once, each at a separate temperature. Plus, some of the latest smart grills take all of the guesswork out of grilling. This makes it almost impossible to overcook or undercook your food.  Best propane grill overall: Weber Genesis SPX-435 Best portable propane grill:

Music Tonight: Friday, May 17

Anybody remember Whomp Wednesdays? That celebration of electronic dance music and its various micro-genres that was usually posted-up at the Jam might not be around in the weekly institutional sense, but its spirit (and production company) lives on tonight at 9 p.m. at the same venue ($15). Come live it up between the deep bass and the tweeters with a lineup of mix-masters including Cloud-d, SUDS, B2B, Treemeista, Curtis B and Christafari.

Fire at battery storage facility reignites in Otay Mesa: Cal Fire

Editor’s note: Donovan State Prison is not affected by the fire response. SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A fire at a battery storage facility in Otay Mesa reignited overnight, prompting a rapid response from firefighters that continued into Friday morning. The fire initially broke out Wednesday inside Gateway Energy Storage facility, located in the 600 block of Paseo de la Fuente. It took nearly 24 hours for crews to extinguish the blaze. During the response, surrounding businesses were put on standby for evacuation while firefighters maintained a 600-foot safety barrier due to dangerous levels of hydrogen. 17-year-old shot dead in San Marcos; no arrests made Cal Fire said crews were still monitoring the structure when it reignited Thursday night, prompting an additional response. HAZMAT teams were also called in as the fire involved lithium-ion batteries. Sherriff’s deputies closed the road that leads to the storage facility. FOX 5/KUSI spoke with Cal Fire Batt. Chief Patrick Walker Friday morning “We noticed that the fire intensity started to increase, so we went back into the fire attack strategy and defensive mode, trying to keep the fire at the

15 best college graduation gifts for class of 2024

As a participant in multiple affiliate marketing programs, Localish will earn a commission for certain purchases. See full disclaimer below* Graduating is a momentous milestone and the class of 2024 deserves to be celebrated. Finding a present that shows how proud you are of them can be hard but we have found the best college graduation gifts that any grad will love. The best college graduation gifts for tech fans Sony WH-1000XM5 These noise-canceling headphones come in three different colors. Some features that these headphones have to offer are hands-free calling, 30 hours of battery life and full, immersive sound. The headphones have eight noise-sensing mics to adapt to your environment. They also have touch control settings to pause and play tracks, control volume, activate Alexa and answer calls. JBL Live 770NC JBL is known for its surround sound and these headphones provide spatial audio. They have adaptive noise-cancelling features with four noise-sensing mics. You can listen wirelessly for up to 50 hours and recharge to full battery in 2 hours, according to the brand. Lenovo – Flex 5i FHD Touchscreen 2-in-1 Laptop This Lenovo

John Oates opens up about legal battle with Daryl Hall over joint business

John Oates is sharing his side of the story over his legal battle with longtime creative partner Daryl Hall. The legendary rock duo, known as Daryl Hall & John Oates, have been business partners for over 50 years and are famous for their huge hits like “Rich Girl” and “You Make My Dreams.” Last year, Hall filed a lawsuit against Oates alleging that Oates attempted to sell his share of their jointly owned company, “Whole Oats Enterprises” without Hall’s permission. During an interview with Michael Strahan, which was aired on “Good Morning America” on Friday, Oates said he was indeed trying to sell his share of the company and explained the reason behind his decision. You know what? Daryl has always wanted to be his own man.’ I said, ‘I’m gonna give him the opportunity to do that “When this whole situation got mired in legality and really complex legal wranglings, I got frustrated,” he said. “And I said, ‘You know what? Daryl has always wanted to be his own man.’ I said, ‘I’m gonna give him the opportunity to do that. If I sell

The 13 best birthday gift ideas for a 1-year-old

As a participant in multiple affiliate marketing programs, Localish will earn a commission for certain purchases. See full disclaimer below* If there’s a one-year-old’s birthday coming up on your calendar, you may be trying to figure out what to buy them. With so many options to choose from, we reached out to several experts to get their input on what types of toys and accessories make for the best first birthday gifts. What to keep in mind when shopping for a first birthday gift Prioritize safety: Any gifts intended for a 1-year-old should be age-appropriate and not contain any small parts or pieces that could pose a choking hazard, cautioned child experts Dr. Amanda Gummer, a child psychologist and founder of The Good Play Guide, and Dr. Erynne Bowers, a pediatrician with Orlando Health. For toys, look for the manufacturer’s recommended age range. It’s often listed in the product description or on the packaging. Opt for sensory toys: Since 1-year-olds are just beginning to explore their environments, toys that can stimulate their senses are great gift ideas. “I love toys with soft, fuzzy, rough or

House committee meeting devolves into chaos as Greene and Ocasio-Cortez trade barbs

WASHINGTON — Proceedings quickly devolved Thursday night during a House Oversight Committee markup on holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt, with GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez getting briefly locked in a heated back and forth. As the panel met to consider the issue of contempt for Garland over his refusal to turn over audio recordings of President Joe Biden’s interview with special counsel Robert Hur, Greene sparked outrage when she commented on Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s appearance. The Georgia Republican started by asking Democrats on the committee if any of them employ the daughter of Judge Juan Merchan, who is overseeing the criminal trial in New York of former President Donald Trump. As Republicans have sought to curry favor with Trump, they have gone after Merchan’s daughter, who has ties to Democrats, as they seek to undermine the case. Crockett, a freshman lawmaker from Texas, asked Greene, “Do you know what we’re here for?” Greene shot back: “I don’t think you know what you’re here for … I think your fake eyelashes are messing up what you’re reading.” Ocasio-Cortez

Highway 1 in Big Sur reopens ahead of schedule following landslide in March

Friday, May 17, 2024 1:56PM Despite weather events putting a pause on repairs, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Highway 1 will open eight days ahead of schedule. BIG SUR, Calif. (KFSN) — A portion of Highway 1 leading into Big Sur reopens to the public Friday. This comes more than six weeks after a portion of the road collapsed south of Rocky Creek Bridge. Governor Gavin Newsom’s office said there will be one-way traffic with a temporary signal. Before the reopening, a convoy brought primarily residents through the closure twice a day and only recently started taking the public into Big Sur. RELATED: Isolated travelers escorted past Big Sur Hwy 1 road collapse as state parks remain closed The road closure affected not only residents in the area but businesses too. “It’s been a significant financial impact on us, on the Big Sur River Inn as a business as well as the entire business community down here in Big Sur,” said Colin Twohig, General Manager at the Big Sur River Inn. “Mostly hospitality, but every business down here has been impacted by the limited accessibility.” Newsom’s

Pursuit ends with suspect slamming head-on into cars on 405 Freeway

A woman who led officers on a pursuit through Santa Monica and into Brentwood Friday morning was taken into custody after crashing head-on into multiple vehicles on the 405 Freeway. The events began around 4:30 a.m. when a patrol vehicle responding to a disturbance call was rammed by a woman driving a van, the Los Angeles Police Department posted on X, formerly Twitter. The driver fled the scene, prompting police to initiate an assault with a deadly weapon suspect pursuit at 4:49 a.m. Sky5 was over the pursuit on Santa Monica Boulevard shortly after 5 a.m. where the driver was being followed by several patrol units. Police detain a person on Friday morning after a they led officers on a pursuit through Santa Monica and into Brentwood Friday. The person was handcuffed after crashing head-on into multiple vehicles on the 405 Freeway. (KTLA) The pileup on the 405 Freeway following a police chance on May 17, 2024. (KTLA) A pursuit came to a stop in Santa Monica when the driver rammed head on into vehicles on the 405 Freeway in Santa Monica on May 17

Teen trafficked into U.S. rescued after texting 911, describing area

By Kerry Breen Updated on: May 17, 2024 / 10:07 AM EDT / CBS News Survivor on how human trafficking happens Human trafficking survivor and forensic expert on how trafficking happens 06:02 A 17-year-old girl has been rescued and a man arrested after the girl was allegedly trafficked into the United States from Mexico, authorties in Southern California said Thursday. The girl was able to text authorities asking for help and describe enough landmarks for police to find her.  The Ventura County Sheriff’s Communication Center in California received a text message at around 3 a.m. on Thursday, April 9 that included pleas for help, the sheriff’s department said in a news release. A dispatcher at the center began communicating with the texter, who was sending messages in Spanish. The texter had no idea where she was but described multiple landmarks and “other identifiable information,” and the dispatcher passed this information along to deputies at the Ojai Sheriff’s Sub-Station. Those deputies launched a search in the Casita Springs area, and after just 20 minutes, the texter was found.  The texter was identified as a 17-year-old girl

Country superstar Kenny Chesney reflects on his tour and music journey

Country superstar Kenny Chesney reflects on his tour and music journey – CBS News Watch CBS News Kenny Chesney recently kicked off his summer tour. The country superstar talks with “CBS Mornings” about his historic career and shares how his music continues to evolve. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Were dogs to blame for woman’s tragic death? Evidence points to something more sinister

Were dogs to blame for woman’s tragic death? Evidence points to something more sinister – CBS News Watch CBS News A California fertility doctor said he found his wife and business partner unresponsive at the bottom of a staircase in 2016. Nearly a year later, her death was ruled a homicide by strangulation. A defense attorney suggested the family dogs may be responsible. CBS News’ Tracy Smith reports on the puzzling case for “48 Hours.” Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Kindness 101: Reciprocity

Kindness 101: Reciprocity – CBS News Watch CBS News In the series “Kindness 101,” Steve Hartman and his kids share stories built around kindness and character, and the people who’ve mastered those qualities. This week the lesson is on reciprocity. For that lesson, Steve reconnects with a Harvard graduate who wanted to not only recognize support staff at his university, but also celebrate them. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

California man stabs home invasion robber with culprit’s own pocket knife, police say

A Pasadena man fought back against an armed home invasion robber, got the culprit’s pocket knife and stabbed him on Wednesday night, May 15, authorities said. The robber and his accomplice apparently left empty-handed. The 19-year-old resident was also injured; he had cuts to his stomach and arms, according to Pasadena police Lt. Matt Campeau. Firefighters treated him at the scene. The home invasion robbery happened in the 1200 block of Solita Road around 8:50 p.m. Police have not yet determined how the robbers got inside the home. The resident told police he was home when he saw one man ransacking the place, Campeau said. Another man held him at knifepoint as the other robber continued to ransack the home. The robber with the pocket knife threatened to stab the resident and lunged toward him, the lieutenant said. The resident was able to fight back and wrest the knife away from the robber, he added. “The victim stabbed the suspect in the left shoulder,” Campeau said. Both robbers fled. “The victim locked himself in the bathroom and called police,” he said. The robbers were described as

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez: ‘Everything is a fight’ as he reluctantly tries couples therapy to save marriage

Nearly two years into their marriage, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez aren’t ready to “throw in the towel,” but they are having “issues” and are on “two different pages most of the time” when it comes to their relationship, say sources in one report, following news that the “Gone Girl” actor is currently living separately from his wife. This “Us Weekly” report cites an insider who said that the problems started “a few months ago,” as Lopez began ramping up work commitments and prepping for her concert tour. But another report from In Touch Weekly suggested that the issues between Lopez, 54, and Affleck, 51, go much deeper.  Someone who has known Affleck “for more than 10 years” said that “everything is a fight” between the Oscar winner and his singer/actor/dancer/influencer/entrepreneur wife. “The only satisfaction he gets in life is overcoming when the odds are stacked against him,” the source told In Touch. “Now that they’re reunited, the ego battle between Ben and Jennifer was always on full display and is only eclipsed by the obvious passion and respect they have for one another. But

California mother charged in beating of 5-week-old son that left infant with 16 broken bones

A Santa Ana woman is facing criminal charges after allegedly beating her 5-week-old son for refusing to stop crying and leaving the infant with 16 broken bones, the Orange County District Attorney’s Office announced on Thursday, May 16. Mirian Jimenez-Olivera, 34 was charged with 11 felony counts of child abuse and her husband, Edgar Busto-Rodriguez, 35, was charged with one felony count of being an accessory, the district attorney’s office said. Jimenez-Olivera is suspected of punching her newborn baby in the ribs, shoulder, and arms when he cried on several occasions and and roughly pulling his leg when she changed him, officials said. The injuries to the infant included a skull fracture, a fractured knee, a fractured elbow, broken ribs and a fractured arm. The abuse is suspected to have occurred since the infant was 2 weeks old. The extent of the injuries was discovered by doctors on May 13 when the infant was taken to a hospital after his left arm was not moving, officials said. Busto-Rodriguez is suspected of lying to police about how his son was injured. Both parents have pleaded not