UN negotiator: Syria has reached the tipping point
The U.S. and eight others expelled Syrian diplomats after Syria suffered its worst war crime in the country's 15-month-old conflict
Chris Pallister
President of Gulf of Alaska Keeper group, which cleans beaches
Obama awards Medal of Freedom to Bob Dylan, John Glenn
President Obama awarded the Medal of Freedom, the highest honor for a civilian, to a distinguished and diverse group
Wells Fargo helps housing recovery in Phoenix
Wells Fargo bank has donated $8 million for down payment assistance that has helped out in the remarkable housing recovery happening in Phoenix
CBS News marks six years since deaths in Baghdad
Cameraman Paul Douglas and soundman James Brolan were killed on Memorial Day 2006 while shooting for the "CBS Evening News"
Vatican scandal could further grow
Few believe the pope's butler is the sole source of leaks about the inner workings of the Catholic Church
Gas prices down, consumer confidence up
As there are fears that Europe could be heading for a new financial crisis, Americans feel confident that all signs point to a strong summer
Concealed-weapons permits catch on in Colo. county
Sheriff signs average of 85 permits per week amid debate over national database for gun owners with permits to carry concealed
Inspiration for the class of 2012
High-profile college commencement speakers share their insights with the class of 2012.
A dramatic rescue atop Everest
As the climbing season on Mount Everest comes to a close, as many as a hundred adventurers are trying to reach the summit
Company loses millions in NASDAQ glitch
Knight Capital CEO says his company lost $30 million in NASDAQ's system glitch over Facebook's IPO debut
Ga. "Dreamers" get college paid for as promised
Greensboro, Ga. students headed to college with expenses paid thanks to "I Have a Dream" program, donor Tom Kelly
Monsignor Lynn admits inaction on predator priest list
Top cleric says he typed up list of alleged abusers found in safe
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Senate passes live-saving drug shortage bill
The Senate has passed a bill requiring drug companies to give the government six months notice when life-saving medications are in short supply.
Spain probes thousands of alleged baby abductions
Thousands of Spanish women say babies were taken by industrial-scale racket involving the government, doctors, and church
Computer virus found in Iran
Flame, a computer virus more powerful than Stuxnet, has been making its way undetected for years through hundreds of computers in Iran. David Martin reports the virus essentially turns an infected computer into a spy stealing everything it comes in contact with.
Sister of Etan Patz murder suspect reported confession in 1980s
NYPD commissioner Ray Kelly said cops will expand their search and interview members of a church group
Fallen WWII heroes finally come home
Remains of seven Marine aviators, who were lost in the Pacific in 1944, were brought back decades later
Golden Gate Bridge celebrates 75th birthday
San Franciscans celebrate major milestone for one of America's most recognized landmarks
Pessimism amid Egypt presidential election
Despite the country's first free presidential election, some Egyptians are skeptical of the potential for change either way
SpaceX capsule provides supplies for ISS
One day after docking with the ISS, SpaceX's Dragon capsule is providing the crew with vital supplies
How the Etan Patz case unfolded
Pedro Hernandez charged with a second-degree murder; Police say it was a family member that led detectives to him
Former football star exonerated of rape after 5 years in jail
Man convicted of raping classmate had his conviction dismissed after accuser said she lied
Biden shares personal loss with military families
While speaking to a meeting of families who've lost loved ones in the wars, Vice President Joe Biden shared the story of losing his wife and daughter in a devastating car crash.
FAMU band members describe hazing ritual
Some band members told investigators that Robert Champion, the drum major who died last year, participated willingly in ritual
Joplin builds back stronger for the next storm
For those who can afford it, concrete is the best way to rebuild after the tornado in Joplin
Despite evidence, no answers in Martin shooting
State's evidence file details injuries from the fight, but offers no clear clues to explain who started the confrontation
Soldier who died in Vietnam War gets belated honor
Leslie Sabo, who was killed in Cambodia 42 years ago protecting his comrades, receives the Medal of Honor
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Experts warn prostate exam may harm, not help
Task force says PSA test may give false positives and often diagnoses older men who die of other diseases before prostate cancer
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Watch: Dharun Ravi sentenced
Former Rutgers student sentenced to 30 days in jail for bias crimes for his part in the suicide of Tyler Clementi whom he used a webcam to spy on
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16-year-old ping pong phenom to star for U.S.
Famous friends keep tabs on Ariel Hsing, who hopes to be the first to bring a table tennis Olympic medal back to the U.S.
