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CBS Weekend News, January 7, 2023

Kevin McCarthy elected House speaker on 15th round of voting; Rep. Jimmy Gomez babysits son amid Congressional chaos

The Idaho Student Murders

Four college students are found stabbed to death in their home. Police say the suspect had studied the criminal mind. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.

Damar Hamlin’s recovery inspiring good deeds, donations

The recovery of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, after he suffered a cardiac arrest on the field during a football game Monday night, is inspiring the NFL and local communities nationwide to spread goodwill to each other and beyond. Michael George has the details.

Hamlin makes first public comments since cardiac arrest: "The love is felt"

Hamlin remains hospitalized, but the Buffalo Bills shared that although he is still in critical condition, he is breathing on his own, and his "neurological function is excellent."

Kevin McCarthy elected House speaker on 15th round of voting

After a historic 15 rounds of voting, Republican Rep. Kevin McCarthy was finally elected as House speaker early Saturday morning. Christina Ruffini has the details.

Louisiana girl, 7, dies after pit bull attack; dog's owner arrested

The dog's owner, a 20-year-old man, was taken into custody on allegations of negligent homicide.

Never-before-seen photos and details about accused Idaho killer

A portrait of Bryan Kolberger from people who were once close to the alleged killer.

Congressman dad cares for infant son amid House speaker battle

When Rep. Jimmy Gomez brought his infant son to Capitol Hill this week, he expected a quick return home. But with the vote for House speaker dragging much longer than expected, Gomez found himself working overtime in both public duty and dad duty. Caitlin Huey-Burns has the story.

Illinois House approves assault weapons ban, bill heads to state Senate

Illinois House legislators passed a bill Friday which would ban the sale and purchase of assault weapons in the state. The bill now heads to the state Senate. The passage comes in the wake of the Highland Park massacre. Charlie De Mar has the details.

California prepares for new round of powerful storms

California is bracing for yet another round of powerful storms after a system earlier this week devastated buildings and infrastructure, leaving six people dead. Elise Preston reports.