A rare blanket of snow in the Sahara Desert was spotted over the weekend -- an unusual sight for an area known for its relentless heat.

Florida authorities are sharing the details of an unusual 911 call on New Year's Eve, from Michael Lester who said he wanted to report himself drunk-driving. Polk County Sheriff's officials say the dispatcher kept him talking while directing officers to the scene. Listen to the entire exchange here provided by the sheriff's department.

Florida authorities are sharing the details of an unusual 911 call on New Year's Eve, from Michael Lester who said he wanted to report himself drunk-driving. Polk County Sheriff's officials say the dispatcher kept him talking while directing officers to the scene. Listen to the entire exchange here provided by the sheriff's department.

It's so cold in Florida right now that iguanas are falling out of trees. Residents are advised to leave them alone as the animals may feel threatened and may bite once they warm up.

Why did the chicken cross the road? A cage full of 20 chickens fell of the back of a truck on a California interstate, sending a highway patrol officer on a chicken run.

Spanish authorities are investigating actions of a Ryanair passenger who reportedly exited the plane and climbed out onto the wing after growing impatient after arriving in Malaga, Spain.

The pressure of preparing for Christmas is pushing some Londoners over the edge. Those who are sick of holiday shopping, decorations and festive music are getting a chance to blow off some steam. CBS News' Gavin Ramjaun reports from London.

The Department of Defense has released previously classified footage and information about how the Pentagon would investigate unidentified flying objects. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil reports on the program, which ended in 2012, and joins CBSN to discuss.

The Department of Defense has released previously classified footage and information about how the Pentagon would investigate unidentified flying objects. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil reports on the program, which ended in 2012, and joins CBSN to discuss.

These two young girls made waiting for a flight fun when they started a dance-off with an airport employee who spotted them from the tarmac below.

Ayrton Little, a 16-year-old from Breaux Bridge, Louisana, was surrounded by classmates and a camera was rolling the moment he learned he was accepted to Harvard. His older brother, Alex, learned just last week that he got into Stanford. The brainy bros of Breaux Bridge are proud new members of the class of '22.

Police in San Bernardino seized thousands of marijuana plants and shut down an operation they believe was bringing in millions of dollars a month. Officials identified 43-year-old Stephanie Smith as the owner of the illegal drug operation, who could face possible charges. CBS Los Angeles' Crystal Cruz reports.

A couple in San Bernardino, Calif., says ice fell from a plane into their home, breaking a hole in the ceiling. They say something needs to be done before someone gets killed by falling debris. CBS Los Angeles' Tina Patel reports.

In basketball, it would be hard to find anyone better at passing the ball than Michael Gibson, who is winning new fans every day. Adriana Diaz reports.

The Living Way Ministries is being slammed on social media over a photo of its church sign, which suggested that Jesus and Moore had been similarly maligned.

The Living Way Ministries is being slammed on social media over a photo of its church sign, which suggested that Jesus and Moore had been similarly maligned.

Most of the 200 big cats at the Exotic Feline Rescue Center in Indiana were rescued from abusive conditions. Many arrive in poor health -- some in agonizing pain from dental disease. Chip Reid reports on the treatment they receive.

Students in Taiwan anxiously watched their clocks and kept their eyes on the skies as they documented the longest-lasting rainbow known to mankind.

Students in Taiwan anxiously watched their clocks and kept their eyes on the skies as they documented the longest-lasting rainbow known to mankind.

The implosion of the Pontiac Silverdome, the former home of the Detroit Lions, didn't go as planned Sunday morning

Bette Nash started as a flight attendant in 1957 and planned to do the job for a couple of years. Instead, she turns 82 next month with no plans to retire. Kris Van Cleave has the story.

All Fred Fugen and Vince Reffet had to do was strap on a wingsuit then leap from a 13,000-foot mountain in the Swiss Alps and fly into the open door of a light plane. Turns out, it's not so easy. Anthony Mason has the story.

There's no mystery about what goes into Jack Daniel's whiskey. The popular drink has been around for 151 years and its recipe is on the company's website, but a story about how Jack Daniel began his distillery is only now gaining traction. Michelle Miller reports.

Noah, a four-year-old from New York, loves SpongeBob. A lot.

Noto is known for its squid fishing, so town leaders decided a huge statue of the cephalopod could cook up interest from tourists.

When Clackamas County Sheriff's Office deputy Hayden Sanders arrived at the scene, he didn't find a woman in distress. Instead, he found Diego -- the family's pet parrot.

When Clackamas County Sheriff's Office deputy Hayden Sanders arrived at the scene, he didn't find a woman in distress. Instead, he found Diego -- the family's pet parrot.

Nearly 20 condors have trashed Cinda Mickols’ home in Tehachapi, ruining a spa cover, decorative flags and lawn ornaments and leaving lots of bird poop.

Being a lobsterman out in the middle of the ocean can be a lonely job. But for 15 years, Captain John Makowsky had an unusual, but delightful, company in a seagull who visits him on his trips. Steve Hartman has more on this extraordinary bond in this week’s "On the Road."

Being a lobsterman out in the middle of the ocean can be a lonely job. But for 15 years, Captain John Makowsky had an unusual, but delightful, company in a seagull who visits him on his trips. Steve Hartman has more on this extraordinary bond in this week’s "On the Road."

After a girl with autism lost access to her favorite food during a pandemic, kind neighbors stepped in to help. Steve Hartman reports for "On the Road."

After a girl with autism lost access to her favorite food during a pandemic, kind neighbors stepped in to help. Steve Hartman reports for "On the Road."

Pizza, imitation sushi and salad are just some of the items on the menu at a porch restaurant created for a chipmunk in Georgia. Steve Hartman reports for "On the Road."

An upstate woman watching a livestream of a pig sleeping in a barn saved the animal's life after witnessing the barn catch fire. Although she lived 80 miles away, she kept trying different numbers until she got a hold of a farmer. Steve Hartman reports.

Detroit pizzeria owner Tony Sacco was so upset over people getting $150 tickets for unwittingly parking in a handicap zone that he painted the street himself.

More than 25 cartoonists are celebrating the quirky holiday No Pants Day to help charities get clothing to those in need.

Meet Misneach, one of Michael D. Higgins' two Bernese mountain dogs.

“It took all three of us to heave her over the side of the boat,” the crew said.

If your weird mom wants alcoholic whipped cream, a champagne bottle bong or earrings shaped like mini rolls of toilet paper, we've got her covered.