HealthCare.gov has already cost $840 million
A government watchdog is set to explain to Congress why the botched implementation of the Obamacare website cost so much
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Agents able to get Obamacare subsidies using fake IDs
Undercover investigators using fake identities were able to secure taxpayer-subsidized health insurance
Dueling rulings on critical part of Obamacare
Two federal appeals courts issue contradictory decisions on subsidies used by millions to help pay their premiums
Court blows a hole through Obamacare subsidy system
District court ruling, if upheld, could make Obamacare too costly for many customers
GOP takes first step toward suing Obama
Suit, which president has called "stunt," would claim WH overstepped when it delayed Obamacare employer mandate
Supreme Court's Hobby Lobby decision could impact millions of women
In a 5-4 ruling, the Supreme Court freed certain employers from paying for contraceptives in their health plans
For some, Obamacare delivers "sticker shock"
A new analysis finds premiums rose as much as 28 percent -- prices might see another jump in 2015
Many pay less than $100 a month for Obamacare
The U.S. government is covering three-quarters of the per-person cost via income-based tax credits
HealthCare.gov being revamped to prevent another fiasco: Report
Officials are fixing or replacing large parts of the federal Obamacare website to ensure 2014 open enrollment proceeds more smoothly than last year
New Obamacare concern: application discrepancies
AP: At least 1/4 of the 8M who signed up have differences on their apps from what gov't records show for them; could impact rates, eligibility; GOP launching probes
Obamacare enrollment success hasn't changed public opinion: Poll
The law remains more unpopular than popular, despite a higher-than-expected tally of 8 million enrollees in private insurance
Big insurance rate hikes in the future?
Final rates for 2015 won't be out for months, but early filings from insurers suggest price increases of 10 percent or more
"A gift from God": Conservatives use VA scandal to attack Obamacare
Some conservative pundits say the problems with veterans' healthcare are a sign of things to come under the president's health care law
Don't call me a racist, Republican senator tells Democrat
Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., angrily objected after Sen. Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va., said some oppose Obamacare because president is "the wrong color"
Attention shifts to troubled Obamacare state-based exchanges
Nevada is shifting its enrollment to HealthCare.gov and Oregon's failed exchange is under federal grand jury scrutiny
Changing of the guard marks shift in Obamacare politics
Congress has shifted focus away from Obamacare just as the Senate is about to confirm HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius' replacement
Could Kathleen Sebelius be held in contempt of Congress?
GOP Rep. Darrell Issa warns the outgoing Health and Human Services secretary of consequences if she does not comply with a subpoena on the Obamacare rollout
Report: Obamacare contractors paid to do nothing
Private contractor has hired employees to process Obamacare applications, but there's little work to be done, employee tells CBS affiliate
Uninsured rate at its lowest point in years, poll shows
Since Obamacare marketplaces opened, millions have gained coverage, Gallup survey confirms
Obamacare’s 7 million enrollment goal: Elusive, but not critical
Even if enrollment of younger, healthier customers falls below expectations, there’s room for Obamacare to recover
Many unsure of Obamacare coverage amidst last-minute rush
Last-minute spike in enrollments now puts pressure on insurance companies to process thousands of new customers for Jan. 1 coverage
Another extension for those plagued by HealthCare.gov tech troubles
Administration will try to help people who tried to purchase coverage by Dec. 24 but were unable to do so because of technical difficulties
Views of Obamacare improve, but are still negative overall
In the wake of the administration's deadline to fix HealthCare.gov's glitches, a new CBS News/New York Times poll shows most Americans don't think the signup is going well
Some HealthCare.gov shoppers have better luck on revamped site
One Texas resident had no problem enrolling through federal website, a big difference from two months ago, but another still encountered problems
Connecticut learns less is more with state health insurance website
State finds site is working well, and expects more people to sign up after they've had time to shop
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Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
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Moore says Biden "needed to do more" on immigration, blasts Trump's crackdown
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told CBS News that no administration has ever fully figured out an effective immigration system and only Congress can fix it.
CEO of Dubai's largest port replaced after ties to Epstein revealed
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, CEO and chairman of Dubai's DP World, appears in the Epstein files more than 4,700 times, according to the Justice Dept.
18-year-old sentenced to life for fatally shooting 5 in North Carolina
The judge rejected arguments that Austin David Thompson deserved the chance for release decades from now.
Amazon ends Flock partnership after backlash over Super Bowl ad
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
Lindsey Vonn says she will need at least 2 more surgeries after crash
Lindsey Vonn broke her left leg in a crash during her downhill race at the Winter Olympics last weekend.
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Amazon ends Flock partnership after backlash over Super Bowl ad
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
Romance costs more this year as inflation lifts Valentine's Day gift prices
Love is biting consumers this year amid the rising cost of flowers, chocolates and other Valentine's Day staples.
CPI rose at an annual rate of 2.4% in January, cooler than expected
Inflation came in below economists' forecasts and slowed from December's 2.7% annual rate.
Sex workers in Nevada fighting to become first in U.S. to unionize
Nevada is the only state where people can legally purchase sex, and now sex workers at one of the state's oldest brothels, Sheri's Ranch, are fighting to become the first in the U.S. to unionize.
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Moore says Biden "needed to do more" on immigration, blasts Trump's crackdown
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told CBS News that no administration has ever fully figured out an effective immigration system and only Congress can fix it.
CEO of Dubai's largest port replaced after ties to Epstein revealed
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, CEO and chairman of Dubai's DP World, appears in the Epstein files more than 4,700 times, according to the Justice Dept.
Low expectations as Ukraine, Russia confirm new round of talks with U.S.
As Russia and Ukraine confirm a 3rd round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, this time in Europe, Zelenskyy says Trump admin "must put pressure on Russia."
JD Vance to join Tony Dokoupil for CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall
Vice President JD Vance will talk about the economy, foreign policy, the state of the Republican Party and the 2028 race for the White House in a March edition of the CBS News town hall series "Things That Matter."
Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
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Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
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Fugitive arrested after arriving at Olympics to watch hockey
A man who was wanted by Italian authorities for a series of 2010 thefts was arrested when he arrived at the Olympics on Wednesday.
CEO of Dubai's largest port replaced after ties to Epstein revealed
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, CEO and chairman of Dubai's DP World, appears in the Epstein files more than 4,700 times, according to the Justice Dept.
Lindsey Vonn says she will need at least 2 more surgeries after crash
Lindsey Vonn broke her left leg in a crash during her downhill race at the Winter Olympics last weekend.
Low expectations as Ukraine, Russia confirm new round of talks with U.S.
As Russia and Ukraine confirm a 3rd round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, this time in Europe, Zelenskyy says Trump admin "must put pressure on Russia."
U.S. military says transfer of ISIS suspects from Syria to Iraq complete
Pentagon says "more than 5,700 adult male ISIS fighters" have been moved to Iraq, completing the operation as questions linger over due legal process.
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"Sinners" cinematographer could make history
"Sinners" cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw says she doesn't want the audience to notice her work because "you wanna make it so good it feels like a dream." The Oscar nominee is the first woman of color nominated in the cinematography category and only the fourth woman ever. It's the only Oscars category never won by a woman. She talks about her career journey to this historic moment.
Constance Zimmer on "The Lincoln Lawyer"
Constance Zimmer, who stars in the new season of "The Lincoln Lawyer," talks about how she channels her powerful character in the series and why it's important for her to always make her characters relatable.
James Van Der Beek dies after cancer battle
James Van Der Beek, known for starring in "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," died Wednesday at the age of 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. Vladimir Duthiers reports on the beloved actor's career.
"Dawson's Creek" co-stars remember James Van Der Beek: "One in a billion"
Katie Holmes and Busy Philipps are among the "Dawson's Creek" cast members sharing memories of James Van Der Beek after his death at age 48.
James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, star of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," has died at age 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media. Carter Evans has more on his life and career.
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Amazon ends Flock partnership after backlash over Super Bowl ad
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
FTC warns Apple's Tim Cook over alleged political bias in Apple News app
The Federal Trade Commission sent a letter to Tim Cook one day after President Trump circulated a report raising questions about Apple News' practices.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
Many are questioning how Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest surveillance footage was recovered days after officials said it was disconnected with no active subscription to store video.
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Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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Fugitive arrested after arriving at Olympics to watch hockey
A man who was wanted by Italian authorities for a series of 2010 thefts was arrested when he arrived at the Olympics on Wednesday.
18-year-old sentenced to life for fatally shooting 5 in North Carolina
The judge rejected arguments that Austin David Thompson deserved the chance for release decades from now.
Minnesota reacts to ICE operation ending
The massive Trump administration immigration crackdown in Minnesota is expected to end. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports on the state's reaction.
Parkland shooting survivor on mass shooting
Jaclyn Corin, the executive director of March for Our Lives and a survivor of the 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, is speaking out on gun control laws eight years after the Parkland, Florida, attack.
New details from FBI on Guthrie case
The FBI provided new details on a suspect in Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping case. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
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SpaceX launches crew to ISS
NASA and SpaceX launched a new mission to the International Space Station with four crew members on board to replace the team that returned last month due to a medical issue with one member. Mark Strassmann has more.
SpaceX launches space station crew on 8-month mission
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
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Moore critiques Trump, Biden on immigration
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told Norah O'Donnell that immigration has been "punted on for a very long time" as he criticized both the Trump and Biden administration's policies during a CBS News THINGS THAT MATTER Town Hall. Watch Moore's full conversation with O'Donnell on Sunday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS, right after 60 Minutes.
Minnesota reacts to ICE operation ending
The massive Trump administration immigration crackdown in Minnesota is expected to end. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports on the state's reaction.
Rubio meeting with European leaders
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Munich, Germany, for a security conference with his European counterparts. CBS News' Olivia Gazis reports.
Parkland shooting survivor on mass shooting
Jaclyn Corin, the executive director of March for Our Lives and a survivor of the 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, is speaking out on gun control laws eight years after the Parkland, Florida, attack.
New strategy for sale of U.S. arms overseas
The Trump administration is establishing a new strategy to sell U.S. arms overseas. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd has more.