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Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning ‘Killing Me Softly’ singer with an intimate style, dies at 88

Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning ‘Killing Me Softly’ singer with an intimate style, dies at 88

Associated Press Grammy-winning singer and pianist Roberta Flack, known for hits like "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" and "Killing Me Softly With His Song," died Monday at 88 after a career that shaped music and social movements for decades.

Green Country Pianist Playing At Jimmy Carter's Funeral Reflects On His Friendship With The President

Green Country Pianist Playing At Jimmy Carter's Funeral Reflects On His Friendship With The President

Chloe Abbott David Osborne, a Miami, Oklahoma, native, will perform at President Jimmy Carter's memorial service Thursday, honoring a friendship that began nearly 40 years ago.

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Associated Press Richard Perry, a hitmaking record producer with a flair for both standards and contemporary sounds whose many successes included Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain,” Rod Stewart’s “The Great American Songbook” series and a Ringo Starr album featuring all four Beatles, died Tuesday. He was 82.

Rosaylnn Carter Honored By Family, Friends, First Ladies And Presidents - Including Husband Jimmy

Rosaylnn Carter Honored By Family, Friends, First Ladies And Presidents - Including Husband Jimmy

Associated Press Rosalynn Carter was memorialized Tuesday as a matriarch who felt most comfortable among the impoverished and vulnerable as she was mourned by a rare gathering of all living U.S. first ladies and multiple presidents, including her 99-year-old husband Jimmy Carter.

The Beatles Are Releasing Their ‘Final’ Record. AI Helped Make It Possible

The Beatles Are Releasing Their ‘Final’ Record. AI Helped Make It Possible

Associated Press Artificial intelligence has been used to extract John Lennon’s voice from an old demo to create “the last Beatles record,” decades after the band broke up, Paul McCartney said Tuesday.

2023 National Recording Registry Additions: John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, Madonna & 'Super Mario Bros.'

2023 National Recording Registry Additions: John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, Madonna & 'Super Mario Bros.'

CBS News Led Zeppelin's "Stairway to Heaven," John Lennon's "Imagine," the Madonna album "Like a Virgin," and the theme music from the Nintendo video game "Super Mario Bros." all now share a unique distinction: they are some of the latest recordings being added to the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry, to be preserved for future generations.

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Teachers, Parents Gather At State Capitol For Public Education Day

Teachers, Parents Gather At State Capitol For Public Education Day

Brittany Toolis Parents, teachers and advocates gathered Monday at the state Capitol to talk about a hot topic this legislative session, education.

Teachers, Parents Gather At State Capitol For Public Education Day

Teachers, Parents Gather At State Capitol For Public Education Day

Brittany Toolis Parents, teachers and advocates gathered Monday at the state Capitol to talk about a hot topic this legislative session, education.

Burt Bacharach, Legendary Composer Of Pop Songs, Dies At 94

Burt Bacharach, Legendary Composer Of Pop Songs, Dies At 94

Associated Press Burt Bacharach, the singularly gifted and popular composer and Oscar winner who delighted millions, has died at 94.

Burt Bacharach, Legendary Composer Of Pop Songs, Dies At 94

Burt Bacharach, Legendary Composer Of Pop Songs, Dies At 94

Associated Press Burt Bacharach, the singularly gifted and popular composer and Oscar winner who delighted millions, has died at 94.

Jerry Lee Lewis, Outrageous Rock ‘N’ Roll Star, Dies At 87

Jerry Lee Lewis, Outrageous Rock ‘N’ Roll Star, Dies At 87

Associated Press Jerry Lee Lewis, the untamable rock ‘n’ roll pioneer whose outrageous talent, energy, and ego collided on such definitive records as “Great Balls of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” and sustained a career otherwise upended by personal scandal, died Friday morning at 87.

Jerry Lee Lewis, Outrageous Rock ‘N’ Roll Star, Dies At 87

Jerry Lee Lewis, Outrageous Rock ‘N’ Roll Star, Dies At 87

Associated Press Jerry Lee Lewis, the untamable rock ‘n’ roll pioneer whose outrageous talent, energy, and ego collided on such definitive records as “Great Balls of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” and sustained a career otherwise upended by personal scandal, died Friday morning at 87.

Jerry Allison, Drummer For Buddy Holly, Dead At 82

Jerry Allison, Drummer For Buddy Holly, Dead At 82

Associated Press Jerry Allison, an architect of rock drumming who played and co-wrote songs with childhood friend Buddy Holly and whose future wife inspired the classic “Peggy Sue,” has died. He was 82.

Jerry Allison, Drummer For Buddy Holly, Dead At 82

Jerry Allison, Drummer For Buddy Holly, Dead At 82

Associated Press Jerry Allison, an architect of rock drumming who played and co-wrote songs with childhood friend Buddy Holly and whose future wife inspired the classic “Peggy Sue,” has died. He was 82.

Rocker Ronnie Hawkins, Dies At 87, Patron Of Canadian Rock

Rocker Ronnie Hawkins, Dies At 87, Patron Of Canadian Rock

Associated Press Ronnie Hawkins, a brash rockabilly star from Arkansas who became a patron of the Canadian music scene after moving north and recruiting a handful of local musicians later known as the Band, has died.

Rocker Ronnie Hawkins, Dies At 87, Patron Of Canadian Rock

Rocker Ronnie Hawkins, Dies At 87, Patron Of Canadian Rock

Associated Press Ronnie Hawkins, a brash rockabilly star from Arkansas who became a patron of the Canadian music scene after moving north and recruiting a handful of local musicians later known as the Band, has died.

Plastic Ono Band, Yes Drummer Alan White Dies At 72

Plastic Ono Band, Yes Drummer Alan White Dies At 72

CBS News Alan White, longtime rock and roll drummer, formerly of Yes and Plastic Ono Band has died at 72 years old.

Plastic Ono Band, Yes Drummer Alan White Dies At 72

Plastic Ono Band, Yes Drummer Alan White Dies At 72

CBS News Alan White, longtime rock and roll drummer, formerly of Yes and Plastic Ono Band has died at 72 years old.

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Watch: Fans Visit John Lennon Memorial At Strawberry Fields

Watch: Fans Visit John Lennon Memorial At Strawberry Fields

CBS News Fans of John Lennon visited the memorial known as "Strawberry Fields" in New York's Central Park on Tuesday (12/8). The Beatles legend was shot and killed outside his nearby apartment building 40 years ago.

Watch: Fans Visit John Lennon Memorial At Strawberry Fields

Watch: Fans Visit John Lennon Memorial At Strawberry Fields

CBS News Fans of John Lennon visited the memorial known as "Strawberry Fields" in New York's Central Park on Tuesday (12/8). The Beatles legend was shot and killed outside his nearby apartment building 40 years ago.

50 Years Later, 'Abbey Road' Remix Reveals Insight Into The Beatles' Swan Song

50 Years Later, 'Abbey Road' Remix Reveals Insight Into The Beatles' Swan Song

News 9 A remix of the Beatles' legendary album, "Abbey Road," is out Friday morning, marking 50 years since its original release. It includes studio sessions the public has never heard.

50 Years Later, 'Abbey Road' Remix Reveals Insight Into The Beatles' Swan Song

50 Years Later, 'Abbey Road' Remix Reveals Insight Into The Beatles' Swan Song

News 9 A remix of the Beatles' legendary album, "Abbey Road," is out Friday morning, marking 50 years since its original release. It includes studio sessions the public has never heard.

‘Easy Rider’ Star And Writer Peter Fonda Has Died At 79

‘Easy Rider’ Star And Writer Peter Fonda Has Died At 79

News 9 Multiple national outlets are reporting that 'Easy Rider' actor Peter Fonda has died at the age of 79.

‘Easy Rider’ Star And Writer Peter Fonda Has Died At 79

‘Easy Rider’ Star And Writer Peter Fonda Has Died At 79

News 9 Multiple national outlets are reporting that 'Easy Rider' actor Peter Fonda has died at the age of 79.

Photo Of John Lennon, Paul McCartney's Sons Brings Beatles Fans Flashbacks

Photo Of John Lennon, Paul McCartney's Sons Brings Beatles Fans Flashbacks

John Lennon and Paul McCartney's sons came together and posed for an epic selfie, giving Beatles fans a blast from the past on Monday.

Photo Of John Lennon, Paul McCartney's Sons Brings Beatles Fans Flashbacks

Photo Of John Lennon, Paul McCartney's Sons Brings Beatles Fans Flashbacks

John Lennon and Paul McCartney's sons came together and posed for an epic selfie, giving Beatles fans a blast from the past on Monday.

Fourth-Grader's Rendition Of John Lennon's "Imagine" Goes Viral

Fourth-Grader's Rendition Of John Lennon's "Imagine" Goes Viral

A Minnesota fourth-grader's moving performance at his school talent show has gone viral.

Fourth-Grader's Rendition Of John Lennon's "Imagine" Goes Viral

Fourth-Grader's Rendition Of John Lennon's "Imagine" Goes Viral

A Minnesota fourth-grader's moving performance at his school talent show has gone viral.

Hefner, 91, Died Peacefully From Natural Causes, Surrounded By Family

Hefner, 91, Died Peacefully From Natural Causes, Surrounded By Family

Playboy founder Hugh M. Hefner, the pipe-smoking hedonist who revved up the sexual revolution in the 1950s and built a multimedia empire of clubs, mansions, movies and television, symbolized by bow-tied women in bunny costumes, has died at age 91.

Hefner, 91, Died Peacefully From Natural Causes, Surrounded By Family

Hefner, 91, Died Peacefully From Natural Causes, Surrounded By Family

Playboy founder Hugh M. Hefner, the pipe-smoking hedonist who revved up the sexual revolution in the 1950s and built a multimedia empire of clubs, mansions, movies and television, symbolized by bow-tied women in bunny costumes, has died at age 91.

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Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Katie Alexander A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot in the chest on Monday night, according to the Tulsa Police Department.

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Katie Alexander A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot in the chest on Monday night, according to the Tulsa Police Department.

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

MaKayla Glenn Two local mechanics, Jess Monroe and Eric Knudsen, demonstrated incredible selflessness during the Oklahoma wildfires when they rushed to fix a broken fire truck at a critical time. Despite losing his home to the fires, Jess didn’t hesitate to help, believing that running the truck could save at least one house.

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

MaKayla Glenn Two local mechanics, Jess Monroe and Eric Knudsen, demonstrated incredible selflessness during the Oklahoma wildfires when they rushed to fix a broken fire truck at a critical time. Despite losing his home to the fires, Jess didn’t hesitate to help, believing that running the truck could save at least one house.

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Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Katie Alexander A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot in the chest on Monday night, according to the Tulsa Police Department.

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

MaKayla Glenn Two local mechanics, Jess Monroe and Eric Knudsen, demonstrated incredible selflessness during the Oklahoma wildfires when they rushed to fix a broken fire truck at a critical time. Despite losing his home to the fires, Jess didn’t hesitate to help, believing that running the truck could save at least one house.

Q&A with Representatives Tom Cole and Stephanie Bice re: DOGE

Q&A with Representatives Tom Cole and Stephanie Bice re: DOGE

Alex Cameron In recent interviews, Reps. Tom Cole and Stephanie Bice discussed the controversial efforts of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, to streamline federal spending.

Resources, How you can help Oklahomans affected by wildfires

Resources, How you can help Oklahomans affected by wildfires

Bella Roddy Recent wildfires have devastated parts of Oklahoma, causing widespread damage and displacement. For those in need of assistance or looking to support recovery efforts, here are verified fundraisers, relief organizations, and shelter locations.

'It was tremendous just to see:' Family, friends, strangers jump in to save Terlton home from wildfires

'It was tremendous just to see:' Family, friends, strangers jump in to save Terlton home from wildfires

Chloe Abbott When a fire was racing up to a family’s home in Pawnee County, their family, friends, and even total strangers jumped in to help. The Wisnoskie family feels very lucky to be spared the devastation others have endured.

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