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Iranian state TV says defense factory hit in drone attack

The state-run news agency IRNA said three drones were shot down by Iranian air defenses.

Questions raised after Georgia cop says his wife fatally shot herself

Just days after Amanda Perrault, the wife of an Eatonton police officer made allegations of abuse against her husband, he claimed that she took her own life.

CBS Evening News, January 27, 2023

Police release video of Tyre Nichols' violent arrest; Wife who lost husband to Alzheimer's wants to inspire other caregivers

Newly released video shows Paul Pelosi hammer attack

Police body camera video and surveillance footage of the night a man broke into the California home of then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and attacked her husband, Paul, was released Friday. Officers quickly tackled the suspect, David DePape, after he hit Pelosi. Carter Evans reports.

Security ramped up for release of video showing Tyre Nichols' violent arrest

With protests expected in cities across the U.S. in response to the arrest video of Tyre Nichols, police departments have been beefing up security in several major cities. The Memphis police chief said she could only stomach watching the video once. Jeff Pegues has the latest. Warning: This video contains violent and disturbing content. Viewer discretion is advised.

Investigators testify in Alex Murdaugh murder trial

Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh was emotional in court on Friday as jurors heard him describe his dead son to investigators the night of the murders. An investigator testified that Murdaugh told her he had tried to find the pulses of his wife and son at the gruesome scene, yet she did not see any blood on him. Nikki Battiste has the details.

Ukrainian captain gives war medal to Biden

A Ukrainian army captain gave a medal he received from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to President Biden as a thank you for U.S. help in the war with Russia. Debora Patta has more.

Billy Packer, NCAA basketball broadcaster, dies at 82

College basketball broadcasting legend Billy Packer has died at the age of 82. He spent 34 years on "Final Four" broadcast teams — 27 of them at CBS. He was beloved for his iconic calls and outspoken passion for the game.

Pence on classified records: "Mistakes were made"

Former Vice President Mike Pence said he takes "full responsibility" for the classified materials found at his home in Indiana. "Mistakes were made," he said.

Jerusalem synagogue attack leaves at least 7 dead

At least seven people were killed outside a Jerusalem synagogue when a gunman opened fire on Friday, Israeli officials said. The gunman was shot and killed by police.