Speculation is mounting that Russia's military could have had a role in the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash that killed 38 people and left 29 survivors injured in Kazakhstan on Christmas Day. Moscow initially suggested a bird strike was to blame. Millions of Americans are hitting the roads and passing through airports as they head back home ahead of the New Year. And with just a few days left in 2024, this has been America's busiest year for air travel ever. Skyler Henry has more. Homelessness in the U.S. jumped 18.1% this year, hitting a record level, with the dramatic rise driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing and devastating natural disasters, officials say. Lilia Luciano has the story. A new Congress is set to be sworn into office next week, ending a tumultuous campaign year. For those who hoped the end of the election would break the fever of politically violent threats and rhetoric, there are new signs the opposite has happened. Scott MacFarlane reports on a surge in bomb threats and so-called "swatting" attacks on elected officials. Houthi rebels in Yemen say an airstrike hit the capital Sana'a after the Iran-backed group claimed to have attacked Israel. Both sides have increased fighting in recent days. Meanwhile, a new front has opened up in the war in Gaza — a battle of the elements. Holly Williams reports. President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court Friday to pause a potential U.S. ban on TikTok from taking effect. In his brief, he said he said he wants to delay the ban in order to give time for his incoming administration to "pursue a negotiated resolution."

Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States, died Sunday at the age of 100. Although he only served one term, he left a lasting legacy, especially thanks to his activities after leaving office. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell takes a look back at Carter's life and accomplishments.. Former President Jimmy Carter died Sunday at age 100. Robert Costa takes a closer look at the legacy he leaves behind. All 175 passengers and four crew members were killed when a Jeju Airline flight returning to South Korea from Bangkok crashed. The landing gear failed to deploy, and the plane crashed into a perimeter wall after landing and burst into flames. Two crew members survived. Elizabeth Palmer reports. Dangerous weather has swept across the Southeastern U.S. over the weekend, spawning at least 47 suspected tornadoes across six states. At least four people have been killed. Jason Allen reports.