CBS Evening News CBS Evening News, 02/11/26
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Feb 12, 2026 Coverage of an El Paso airspace shutdown tied to high-energy testing and drone concerns. A tense Capitol hearing over released files sparks heated exchanges. A tribute to an actor who died after a long cancer battle revisits his rise to fame. Reports also touch on a missing-persons lead, a deadly Canadian school shooting, and Olympic medal moments.
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Video Spurs Thousands Of Leads
- Doorbell camera video produced a flood of actionable leads for investigators in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case.
- Experts say unique gear details (backpack, holster, ski mask) and public tips are driving the search.
Bondi Faces Tough Scrutiny On Epstein Files
- Attorney General Pam Bondi faced heated questioning over the Justice Department's handling of Epstein files and redactions.
- Lawmakers criticized failures that exposed survivors' names and obscured others tied to Epstein's crimes.
Laser Test Sparks Airspace Shutdown
- An FAA-Pentagon dispute over testing a high-energy laser forced an unexpected El Paso airspace shutdown.
- Officials prioritized safety but poor coordination created cancellations and confusion for travelers.