CDC Says Mistake Could Have Exposed Some to Ebola

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Ebola Scare Inside the CDC  The head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said tonight he is “troubled” and wants a ”full investigation” as to how one of its workers, and possibly more, could have been exposed to the deadly Ebola virus on Monday. Scientists researching the virus mistakenly sent a sample from one lab to another.     Learn More

Sony Streams ‘The Interview’  Fans are getting their first look at “The Interview” after Sony’s surprise move today to release it online. It’s been in the works for a week and adds to the hundreds of movie theaters showing it tomorrow. Ticket sales for the movie that sparked an international incident are brisk and theater owners aware of the hackers’ vague threats will have extra security in place.     Learn More

Deadly Tornado Hits Mississippi  A rare December tornado killed four, injured many and damaged or destroyed 100 homes and businesses in Mississippi. Among the survivors is 84-year-old Martha Hall, who was about to deliver Christmas pies when a twister hit her SUV. She describes the harrowing experience and devastation of losing her home, but said there is some joy this holiday — her life was spared.     Learn More

Missouri Police Shooting  There are renewed calls for calm in Missouri after last night’s deadly police shooting sparked a protest, in a community still reeling from Ferguson. Officials quickly released security footage of the incident showing 18-year-old Antonio Martin hold up what they say was a gun before he was shot by police. The town’s mayor said emphatically today that "this was not the same as Ferguson," but will anger and skepticism persist?     Learn More

George H.W. Bush Hospitalized  President George H.W. Bush remained under observation today at the Houston Methodist Hospital after he was brought in as a precaution after suffering from shortness of breath yesterday. Get the latest on his condition.     Learn More

Christmas Around the World  The Christmas spirit is taking hold around the world today. See how it was celebrated in Bethlehem, by U.S. troops singing by candlelight in Afghanistan, and in Baghdad where Christian children who fled ISIS were given holiday gifts. Security was tighter than usual at the Vatican, as Pope Francis’ midnight mass ushered in the holiday with messages of hope, joy and peace.     Learn More

Tracking Santa  NORAD breaks from its usual job tonight for an annual holiday tradition — tracking Santa Claus. Children call volunteers with questions about how that sled travels so quickly and when St. Nick will be near their house so they can sneak a peek. One boy lamented “I always try to hear him, but I always somehow fall asleep!”     Learn More