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Behind Wray’s decision to leave FBI Behind Christopher Wray’s decision to leave FBI before Trump becomes president 12:48 FBI Director Christopher Wray announced he will resign from his post at the end of the current administration, leaving the bureau in advance of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration next month.  He made the announcement during a packed, standing-room town hall with FBI employees at the bureau’s headquarters Wednesday.  “After weeks of careful thought, I’ve decided the right thing for the bureau is for me to serve until the end of the current administration in January and then step down,” he said. “My goal is to keep the focus on our mission — the indispensable work you’re doing on behalf of the American people every day. In my view, this is the best way to avoid dragging the bureau deeper into the fray, while reinforcing the values and principles that are so important to how we do our work.” “It should go without saying, but I’ll say it anyway — this is not easy for me,” Wray continued. “I love this place, I love our mission, and I love

Washington — A Democrat-led push to secure a majority on the National Labor Relations Board until 2026 fell short on Wednesday, as Senate Republicans and two independents blocked the nomination of Lauren McFerran to continue serving on the labor board.  Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer filed cloture Monday on the nominations of McFerran, a Democrat, to remain for another five-year term on the National Labor Relations Board. McFerran is the current chair of the NLRB whose term is set to expire later this month. Her confirmation to another term would have maintained a Democratic majority on the board, in a move that would have marked a key victory for Democrats heading into a second Trump administration and a Republican trifecta in Washington.  In a 50 to 49 vote, Senate Republicans, joined by independent Sens. Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin, blocked the nomination from advancing. Without the confirmation, the board is expected to swing to come under Republican control, with a vacancy for President-elect Donald Trump and the incoming GOP-controlled Senate to fill in the new year.  Schumer praised McFerran ahead of the vote on Wednesday

Facial recognition to soon be used by Meta to help users restore hacked accounts Facial recognition to soon be used by Meta to help users restore hacked accounts 02:27 Users are reporting problems accessing many of Meta’s social media apps, including Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Messenger, according to outage tracking service Downdetector.  Reports of outages from cities across the U.S. began on Wednesday at about 1 p.m. Eastern Time, according to Downdetector. Facebook and Instagram users said they are having problems getting on both its app and website, while Messenger users said they’re having issues with logging into the service and sending messages.  “We’re aware that a technical issue is impacting some users’ ability to access our apps. We’re working to get things back to normal as quickly as possible, and apologize for any inconvenience,” a Meta spokesperson told CBS News. Meta didn’t disclose what caused the problem, nor provide a timeline for when it might be resolved.  Tens of thousands of users of each social media service reported problems to Downdetector, with almost 90,000 reports of issues with Facebook as of 1:30 p.m. Eastern.

The groundwater in Southern California and most other coastal areas will likely be tainted by saltwater as sea levels rise due to climate change, according to a new study led by researchers at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena. Scientists expect seawater to infiltrate underground aquifers in three out of every four coastal areas by 2100, the JPL explained in a news release. “Called saltwater intrusion, the phenomenon happens below coastlines, where two masses of water naturally hold each other at bay,” the released detailed. “Rainfall on land replenishes, or recharges, fresh water in coastal aquifers (underground rock and soil that hold water), which tends to flow below ground toward the ocean. Meanwhile, seawater, backed by the pressure of the ocean, tends to push inland. Although there’s some mixing in the transition zone where the two meet, the balance of opposing forces typically keeps the water fresh on one side and salty on the other.” That balance is at risk, however, as higher temperatures melt ice and lead to higher sea levels. Simultaneously, as areas see warmer weather and less rain, groundwater recharge slows

Four California restaurants were named on Yelp’s annual Best New Restaurant List for 2024. A total of 25 restaurants were featured. Here are the California restaurants named on the list: Kinme Omakase, a San Diego-based sushi restaurant specializing in omakase-style dining, was ranked as the fourth best new restaurant in the country. Omakase-style dining means the chef selects and prepares a special tasting menu for guests. Dushes change almost daily and about once a month, the menu is completely overhauled to accommodate the most seasonal ingredients. Burnin’ Shell is a modern Asian-fusion restaurant based near Koreatown. Their menu features a mix of Asian-inspired foods with a twist, including fresh seafood, juicy steaks, and unique combinations like fusion tacos or rice bowls. The restaurant ranked fifth in the list.  BoujieMana is a modern Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in San Diego. Executive Chef Dante Cecchini crafted the menu, which features a blend of Mediterranean and Japanese aesthetics. Menu highlights include in-house cured charcuterie boards, 45-day dry-aged Ribeye, Neapolitan-style pizzas, and various creative cocktails, beers, and wines. The restaurant ranked eighth in the list. Paseo is an upscale Mexican restaurant

(NEXSTAR) — Meta users reported widespread issues with the company’s social media platforms Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, and Threads on Wednesday. User-reported issues for Facebook alone topped 90,000 on Downdetector as of 12:30 p.m. CT. Outage reports for Instagram had exceeded 60,000, while about 11,000 were reported on Messenger and WhatsApp. The leading complaints for Facebook, Instagram, and Threads were related to the app, Downdetector shows. The top issue for WhatsApp users was sending messages while Messenger users were struggling to log in. Shortly before 1 p.m. CT, reported issues with the sites began to dip on Downdetector. No additional details were immediately available from the company. Meta’s status tracker shows “Workplace from Meta” was “recovering from disruptions” as of early Wednesday afternoon while its ads transparency tool was experiencing some disruptions. Developing

The hottest commodity at Trader Joe’s these days isn’t a seasonal holiday treat or a miniature tote bag. Shoppers around the country are finding stores wiped out of a staple ingredient: eggs. “Chickens on strike!” reads a sign posted to an empty refrigerator case where you’d normally find cartons of eggs. “We are experiencing an egg shortage and apologize for the inconvenience,” reads another. A third sign, posted at a store in Chicago, provides one possible explanation: “Where are the eggs? We’re transitioning to cage-free only, which may temporarily reduce our supply.” Trader Joe’s made the commitment to switch to all cage-free eggs eight years ago following pressure from an online petition, according to AllRecipes. It promised to make the change at all locations by 2025, and the deadline is fast approaching. An empty egg section at a Trader Joe’s location in San Jose, Calif., on Dec. 11, 2024. (Photo: Alix Martichoux / Nexstar) But here’s where things get even more complicated. The massive bird flu outbreak, which began in February 2022, has led to the slaughter of more than 111 million birds, mostly egg-laying chickens.

Deebo Samuel isn’t the first wide receiver to pout over a perceived dearth of touches, and he certainly won’t be the last. But the fact that he posted on X that he’s “not struggling at all just not getting the ball!!!!!!!” ahead of a Thursday night clash between Samuel’s San Francisco 49ers and the Rams adds a twist to what already should be an entertaining game. It’s true that Samuel isn’t targeted as often this season, averaging six touches per game, one fewer than during his first five seasons. It’s also true that he isn’t doing as much with the ball when he gets it in his hands. The six-year veteran has 40 receptions for 553 yards, continuing a slide that began in 2022, a year after he earned All-Pro honors by exploding for 77 catches for 1,405 yards and six touchdowns while also rushing for 365 yards and eight touchdowns. He was rewarded with a three-year, $73.5-million contract extension. Samuel has long been considered one of the top rushing threats among receivers, but this season he’s rushed 32 times for just 92 yards, a

By Renee Anderson Updated on: December 11, 2024 / 1:15 PM EST / CBS New York CBS News Live CBS News New York Live NEW YORK — Prominent real estate brokers Oren and Tal Alexander and their brother Alon have been indicted on sex trafficking charges in New York, according to court documents.  Officials from the FBI and the U.S. attorney’s office for the Southern District of New York are holding a news conference in New York City to announce the charges. Watch live on CBS News New York in the video player above. Meanwhile, officials in Miami Beach are holding their own briefing on the multistate investigation. Watch live on CBS News Miami here. Oren Alexander and Tal Alexander speak at a panel at the Rockstars of Real Estate Event hosted by Editor-in-Chief of DETAILS Magazine Dan Peres on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013 in New York. Amy Sussman/Invision for DETAILS Magazine/AP Images Oren and Tal Alexander are the founders of the real estate firm Official, which has offices in Manhattan and Miami Beach. According to an eight-page indictment filed ahead of the news conferences

Dec 11: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET – CBS News Watch CBS News Franklin Fire burns out of control in Malibu, California; Time magazine names Caitlin Clark its Athlete of the Year. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

USDA: Raw milk must be tested for bird flu Raw and unpasteurized milk must test for bird flu, USDA mandates 03:39 Bird flu was not likely what sickened a California child after drinking raw milk, according to initial tests by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a source close to the investigation told CBS News Wednesday.  Health officials in California’s Marin County said Tuesday the child experienced fever and vomiting after drinking the unpasteurized milk and warned others against consuming any raw milk products. “The child has recovered, and no other family members became sick, indicating no person-to person transmission,” Marin County Public Health said in a statement. Risk to the public remains low, the statement added, but the local health department is working with the California Department of Public Health and the CDC to investigate the case.  This suspected case comes less than a month after another California child was confirmed to be the first U.S. child infected with bird flu  — though the cause of that infection remains unknown. The child, whose age was not disclosed, had mild respiratory symptoms. More than

Hegseth arrives on Capitol Hill for more meetings with senators, expresses confidence – CBS News Watch CBS News Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, is back on Capitol Hill as he works to bolster support for Senate confirmation. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on Hegseth and some of Trump’s other administration choices. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

You might need a bigger cart.  At least that’s what Hyundai says of their newly launched partnership with Amazon, where the South Korean automakers now have cars available for purchase.  That’s right: you can buy a real car on Amazon.  Announced last year – and given a launch date of late 2024 – Amazon Autos officially went live on Tuesday in 48 cities across America, including Los Angeles and San Diego in Southern California.  Audit finds 1 in 4 shelter beds in Los Angeles went unused, costing taxpayers $218 million According to Amazon officials, customers now have access to a “simple, end-to-end online experience” to purchase their next vehicle.  Customers can browse and search for available vehicles at their local dealer by make, model, trim, color and features and get an instant valuation on their existing vehicle for a potential trade-in.  The Amazon Autos search page for Hyundai vehicles in the Los Angeles area. Amazon Autos also allows individuals to secure financing or pay in full for the car, and the checkout process can be completed entirely online; the only in person interaction would be