Torrential rains and mudslides that struck mountain towns north of Rio de Janeiro have killed more than 600 people according to authorities in Brazil. There are fears the death toll could grow in the days ahead. (Jan. 15)
Citing "great challenges for us to solve," President Barack Obama is pledging to work with Democrats and Republicans following the Arizona shooting that killed six, wounded a member of Congress and brought legislative debate to a standstill. (Jan. 15)