Here in new york. Annemarie green is off. Im wendy gillette. President trump did not take a break from social media over christmas, and overnight he denounced his impeachment. Late last night on twitter, mr. Trump called House Speaker nancy pelosi, quote, crazy nancy, and wrote, quote, dems want to run majority republican senate. The president is spending christmas at his maralago resort in florida. He also tweeted a special christmas message. We say a special prayer for those military Service Members stationed far from home, and we renew our hope for peace among nations and joy to the world. Meanwhile, tensions are escalating over north Koreas Nuclear program. The country had sparked speculation about a Missile Launch saying it planned to send a, quote, Christmas Gift to the u. S. , but the launch never happened. Marc liverman is in new york. Marc, what action did the u. S. Apparently take ahead of this threat . Reporter good morning, wendy. In the last few days, weve seen a lot of International Diplomacy focused on avoiding the heated confrontation we saw two years ago between the u. S. And north korea. But the question remains will it be enough . In north korea, christmas came and went without a gift for the united states. The communist nation had promised one earlier this month. It was widely expected to be a Ballistic Missile or Nuclear Weapons test. Well find out what the surprise is, and well deal with it very successfully. Reporter President Trump had brushed off the threat on christmas eve. Maybe its a present where he sends me a beautiful vase. As opposed to a missile test. Reporter the u. S. Apparently wasnt taking chances. South korean media reports four american surveillance planes flew over the Korean Peninsula. Pyongyang has also threatened to take unspecified action if u. S. Sanctions are not eased by the end of the year. Recent satellite images show a new structure believed to be for manufacturing mobile launchers for longrange missiles. More than 28,000 u. S. Troops are stationed in south korea. We understand that korea is a demanding assignment. Reporter they still found time to celebrate the holidays. It was really great because it reminded me of things that were being made back home. Reporter north Korean Leader kim jongun is expected to deliver a National Address on new years day. And Nuclear Talks between the u. S. And north korea have stalled since a february summit between President Trump and kim jongun fell apart. The communist nation hasnt tested longrange missiles in more than a year, but they have still been testing shortrange Ballistic Missiles. Wendy . Marc liverman in new york. Thanks. A powerful winter storm is expected to cause delays today on whats supposed to be the busiest travel day of the year. Snow is already hammering the mountains in southern california. Interstate 5 was shut down yesterday after vehicles got stuck in the snow. The snow and wind were so strong, some mountain ski resorts closed down. That storm is now headed east. Flood alerts are posted in california and arizona. Heavy snow is possible in parts of the rockies and plains later this week. Snow and ice are also forecast in parts of the midwest and northeast this weekend. And in the south, heavy rain and thunderstorms are the biggest threats. An arrest has been made in connection with the stabbing deaths of two men including the brother of a San Francisco 49ers quarterback. 23yearold Michael Moseley was arrested in nashville yesterday. Policee was taken into custody. Two men were stabbed to Death Outside a bar last weekend, including clayton beathard, the brother of 49ers quarterback cj beathard. Moseley is charged with two counts of criminal homicide and one count of attempted criminal homicide. Police in chicago are searching for a suspect and a motive in connection with a Christmas Morning shooting. Two people were hurt, including a 7yearold girl whos in Critical Condition and fighting for her life. Tom hanson reports. Reporter Chicago Police say someone shot into this southside home from the sidewalk around 2 00 a. M. Christmas morning. The 7yearold girl was struck in the abdomen. The little girl should have been waking up to opening presents instead of waking up in a hospital. I mean, shes fighting for her life. Reporter she was rushed to a nearby hospital in Critical Condition. A 38yearold man who was shot in the leg in the same incident is in stable condition. Chicago mayor lori light foote tweeted, praying for the young girl struck by a bullet in brighton park. Cpd will do Everything Possible to bring the perpetrator to justice. As a city, you have our love and support. The latest crime data shows overall murders and shootings are down, but a string of shootings involving children under age 12 in 2019 has climbed to at least 18 according to the gun violence archive. Just this weekend, 13 people ranging from 16 to 48 years old were shot at a memorial for another shooting victim. Our people become numb, and we think that this is normal. And this is not normal. Reporter in a statement, the family tells us they are grateful for the outpouring of love and support. Meanwhile, investigators are asking for any tips that will lead them to a suspect and a motive. Tom hanson, cbs news, new york. An investigation is under way in minneapolis to determine the cause of a fire at a 93yearold hotel used to house the homeless. The fire started early Christmas Morning on the second floor of the Frances Drake hotel before spreading to the third floor. It forced residents out into freezing temperatures. About 250 people were left without a place to stay. No one was seriously hurt. Prodemocracy demonstrations returned to the streets of hong kong over the Christmas Holiday. Yesterday police used teargas and pepper spray as protesters gathered in shopping districts. A mall was forced to close early. Demonstrations started six months ago. Meanwhile, hong kong has canceled its new years eve Fireworks Show out of security concerns. Coming up on the morning news, a dramatic end to the decade as a Solar Eclipse sweeps across the sky. And not out of danger. The famed Notre Dame Cathedral may not be able to recover from a destrution fire. This is the cbs morning news. Skin sin 17. Too many afterparties. New neutrogena® bright boost with dullnessfighting neoglucosamine. Boosts cell turnover by 10 times for instantly brighter skin. Bright boost neutrogena®. If your dishwasher doesnt get dishes completely dry. Try finish jetdry. It dries 100 better than detergent alone even plastics. Get dishes drier than you ever thought possible. 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It could not be seen in north america, but people in parts of europe, asia, and australia could see it. The future of Notre Dame Cathedral is uncertain, and Harvey Weinstein could face more charges. The Los Angeles Times reports the Los Angeles CountyDistrict Attorneys Office is considering filing criminal charges against Harvey Weinstein. That comes two years after police launched Sexual Assault investigations involving the disgraced movie mogul. A spokesperson for the das office says eight cases are under review. Weinstein is scheduled to go trial in new york next month on sex crime charges. Hes pleaded not guilty and has denied all allegations of nonconsensual sex. People says Espn College Football reporter Edward Ashoff died yesterday. He recently contracted pneumonia. He joined espn in 2011. During the past three seasons he reported from College Campuses for espn. Com, shorts center, the sec network, and espn radio. Espn says ashoff was set to marry his fiancee in april. In an earlier post he thanked his fiancee for helping him through the illness. The boston globe reports a woman and two Young Children died after being found unconscious on a sidewalk near a parking garage. The three were found yesterday and rushed to the hospital where they were pronounced dead. Officials have provided Little Information about the woman and children, including how they were connected. They described both children as 5 years old or younger. We will do everything in our powers to find out everything we can about this death investigation. Authorities say a car connected to the woman was found in the garage with two childrens car seats inside. Our new york city station wcbs reports the body of a 33yearold soldier from new jersey killed in combat in afghanistan is back in the u. S. The body of Sergeant First ClassMichael Goble arrived at Dover Air Force base in delaware on Christmas Day. He was killed monday in a roadside bombing. 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At least seven people in five states have gotten sick including one in texas who died. Consumers with any of the recalled products should throw them away or return them to the store. A Record Number of consumers spent this Holiday Season shopping on line. According to data from mastercard, ecommerce sales hit a record high up more than 18 from last year. Online sales accounted for 14 of retail between november 1st and christmas eve. Consumer experts say the Holiday Shopping season can account for up to 40 of annual sales. And Holiday Shopping doesnt end with christmas. Bargain hunters can take advantage of discounts on clothing, home decor, and other items well into the new year. Experts say shoppers should do price comparisons to ensure they are getting the best deal. Shoppers planning to exchange or return presents should also be aware of return policies. Retailers which once had limited return policies cut them to one year, 180 days, now in some cases to 90 days or less. So i think the best option here, just buy your own gifts or pick them out and tell people what you want. Then they dont have to worry about returns. Thats a good plan. Did you do that this year . Of course. I always pick out my own gifts because i dont want to deal with returns. I wish my friends and families would do the same so i knew exactly what to get them. That takes all the fun out of it. I guess so. Thank you so much. Thank you. Her songs will be there for you. Well remember the woman who wrote one of the most famous sitcom theme songs ever. I love the new myww program, because you get matched with a plan tailored to you whether youre a dine outer, take outer, veggie person, definitely not just veggie person, bread lover, or cheese lover. All you have to do is answer personal assessment questions and get scientifically matched with a proven weight loss plan. Find out which new customized plan can make losing weight easier for you the new program from ww. 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In thailand where more than 8,000 were killed, ceremonies were held this morning to remember the victims. Back home, awardwinning songwriter allee willis died in los angeles. As Major Garrett reports, willis was one of the musical industrys most colorful characters. September love was changing my mind reporter willis cowrote september and other big hits for earth, wind, and fire. Later this song took off on tv ill be there for you and the pop charts. Hard to face reporter the pointer sisters were fans and its hard to find willis who grew up in detroit never learned how to play music, but she was inspired to write it hearing the motown sound. But thats what i love about my career. And i do always say its like my hair one side has nothing to do with the other. Reporter she won a grammy for the soundtrack of 1984s Beverly Hills cop. Reporter and last year was inducted into the songwriters hall of fame. 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North korea had sparked speculation about a possible Missile Launch after it promised a, quote, Christmas Gift. A launch never happened. While many of us are surrounded by family and friends this Holiday Season, its good to remember others who are alone. For them, this is not the most wonderful time of the year. As Roxana Saberi shows, its good to share love and cheer with a lonely friend. Since my mother passed 20 years ago, i have had every christmas on my own. And you you do feel it. Reporter on the bbc breakfast show, 78yearold terrence admitted its not easy celebrating the holidays alone. You make yourself a sandwich, and you just, well, watch television. Reporter if youre out there and you can help terrence get a christmas tree, decorate your house if youd like that yes. Well start that before christmas to make sure this christmas is a great one. Reporter the response came quickly. Hello, terrence. What are you doing here . Nice to see you again. Can we we made you a promise. Can we come in . Of course you can. It broke our hearts when you said that Christmas Day for you was making a sandwich for yourself it was, and it was like that for many years. Reporter youre not the only one, as well, are you . No, im not. Reporter not just the older generations. Lots of people. Hundreds like me. Hundreds like me. And this shouldnt be. It shouldnt be. Reporter we promised wed sort out for you. Reporter moments later the holiday spirit arrived at his front door. Terrence, can i please introduce to you these lovely people who have come to see you from a local college. Reporter students from a local college came bearing gifts. An early christmas present. Hi, sir. Reporter then they did more. Come out here, terrence. This is the reporter singing his favorite christmas carol. Round yon virgin mother and child yes, im all right. Thank you. Reporter this christmas, terrence says he wont be alone. A reminder small acts of kindness can be the biggest gift. Sleep in heavenly peace reporter Roxana Saberi, cbs news, london. That was so sweet. Coming up on cbs this morning, anna werner tells us about a Social Security scam that involves robo calls and offers tips on how to protect your money. Plus, the controversy over former Kentucky Governor matt bevins issuing hundreds of pardons and commutations before leaving office. Well speak to one mother who was given no warning that her daughters rapist was pardoned. And in our series, a more perfect union, well meet two people who forged an unlikely friendship and made medical history. Thats the cbs morning news for this thursday. Thanks for watching. Im wendy gillette. Have a great day. Live from the cbs bay area