Trump targets Smithsonian funding for programs with "improper ideology"
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."
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Trump administration releases new trove of JFK assassination files
One professor said this JFK assassination files release is "certainly the most useful" of any so far "because of the redactions being removed."
Inside the newly released JFK documents
The Trump administration has released thousands of documents related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Many of the documents had previously been made public but were heavily redacted. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Trove of JFK assassination files released
The Trump administration released 80,000 pages of records to the public on Tuesday relating to the assassination of JFK. The trove of mostly unredacted files still show Lee Harvey Oswald was the sole assassin in Kennedy's murder.
JFK assassination files to be released today, Trump says
Trump said about 80,000 pages of documents related to JFK's assassination will be released Tuesday.
Secret Service agent who jumped into limo after JFK was shot has died
"I'll live with that to my grave," a weeping Clint Hill told Mike Wallace on "60 Minutes" in 1975.
Book excerpt: "A Different Russia" by Marvin Kalb
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist writes about covering the 1963 Cold War summit between President John F. Kennedy and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev.
Trump signs executive order to release more JFK, RFK, MLK assassination files
President Trump said he'll declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassinations.
Trump says he'll release more JFK assassination files
President Trump signed an executive order to declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy's assassination. JFK was shot by Lee Harvey Oswald in Dallas in 1963.
White House Thanksgiving through the years
There is a major debate about who was the first president to start the turkey pardon tradition. Nevertheless, the tradition stuck and has become a beloved event at the White House. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane goes through some history and iconic Thanksgiving moments at the White House.
JFK's Secret Service agent reflects on president's assassination
On "60 Minutes: A Second Look," a new podcast, former Secret Service agent Clint Hill remembers his emotional interview with Mike Wallace in 1975 about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
The Great Debate: First televised presidential debate held at CBS Chicago 64 years ago
On Sept. 26, 1960, Vice President Richard M. Nixon and U.S. Sen. John F. Kennedy met for the first ever televised presidential debate.
JFK assassination video shows motorcade rushing president to hospital
"This is remarkable, in color, and you can feel the 80 mph," said the executive vice president of the auction house.
New footage emerges of JFK assassination
New film footage has surfaced of President John F. Kennedy's motorcade rushing to a Dallas hospital moments after he was shot in 1963. It shows Secret Service agent Clint Hill standing over Kennedy, who cannot be seen, as well as first lady Jacqueline Kennedy in the speeding limo. The images have been in the possession of the family of the late Texas businessman who filmed it.
Grandsons of Carter, JFK speak at DNC
Jason Carter, the grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, and Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, kicked off the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday. Carter said his grandfather, who is about to turn 100, wished he could be at the convention. Schlossberg said Harris is a leader who shares his grandfather's "energy, vision and optimism for our future."
Biden details Supreme Court reforms
President Biden spoke Monday at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library honoring the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. The president slammed recent Supreme Court rulings and unveiled his new reform proposal. This included calling for term limits for the high court.
John F. Kennedy Jr. died in a plane crash 25 years ago today
John F. Kennedy Jr., the only son of President John F. Kennedy, died in a plane crash off the coast of Massachusetts 25 years ago.
Why the Kennedys endorsed Biden over RFK Jr.
More than a dozen members of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s family endorsed President Biden in Philadelphia on Thursday. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Kennedy family members to endorse Biden
Several Kennedy family members will endorse President Biden's reelection bid Thursday in Philadelphia. Some members of the renowned family have already opposed Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent campaign for president. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Kennedy family members endorse Biden
Members of the Kennedy family have endorsed President Biden's reelection campaign even though Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is still running as a third-party candidate for president in 2024. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
New doc features interviews with JFK's doctors
Emergency room doctors at Parkland Memorial Hospital who treated President John F. Kennedy on the day he was assassinated 60 years ago discuss what they witnessed, in the new Paramount Plus documentary, "JFK: What the Doctors Saw."
How JFK's assassination changed the nation
The assassination of John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the U.S., occurred 60 years ago Wednesday. Douglas Brinkley, a history professor and humanities chair at Rice University, joins CBS News to discuss how Kennedy's assassination moved the nation.
JFK's assassination as covered by CBS News
The images of John F. Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963, remain haunting, blurred into our national consciousness. Here's a look back at the CBS News Bulletin announcing Kennedy's death following a shooting at his motorcade in downtown Dallas, the arrest and assassination of his accused killer, Lee Harvey Oswald, and the nation coming together to lay JFK to rest.
JFK's assassination: The darkest day for Dallas
As we continue to remember the anniversary of the assassination, our Steve Pickett reports on the moniker "city of hate" attached to Dallas for decades.
The assassination of JFK: As it happened
On Nov. 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. CBS News takes a look back at the day that changed America — and how history was televised.
Bill Clinton at Epstein deposition: "I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong"
Former President Bill Clinton denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes in an opening statement before the House Oversight Committee in New York.
DOJ charging 30 more people for roles in anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church
The criminal civil rights case has also ensnared journalist Don Lemon.
Trump says he's "not happy" with progress in Iran negotiations
President Trump said Friday that he is "not happy" with the pace of progress in negotiations with Iran.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Pentagon shoots down Customs and Border Protection drone in Texas, officials say
A U.S. official says a laser weapon was used to down the drone in the area of Fort Hancock, a small community on the U.S.-Mexico border.
U.S. clears some diplomatic staff to leave Israel amid tension with Iran
As Trump leaves the threat of war on the table amid nuclear talks with Iran, the State Department urges Americans to "consider leaving Israel" while they can.
Photo of Lutnick on Epstein's island removed from DOJ files now restored
A photo released last month as part of the Epstein files that showed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Epstein's island was removed from the DOJ's website before being restored Thursday night.
Pentagon official lashes out at Anthropic as talks break down
The Pentagon's top technology official told CBS News the military has offered compromises to Anthropic, amid a feud over whether its powerful AI technology will be restricted — but Anthropic called the offer inadequate.
Pakistan declares "open war" with Afghanistan as airstrikes rock Kabul
Pakistan bombed major Afghan cities and declared "open war" after Afghanistan's Taliban rulers claimed an unprecedented aerial attack on Islamabad.
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This tip can save you tens of thousands of dollars on your mortgage
Mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest level since 2022, and now borrowers can find even lower-cost loans, experts said.
Trump says he's "not happy" with progress in Iran negotiations
President Trump said Friday that he is "not happy" with the pace of progress in negotiations with Iran.
DOJ charging 30 more people for roles in anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church
The criminal civil rights case has also ensnared journalist Don Lemon.
Rival bills want to make homebuying more affordable. Here's how.
Two competing bills would restrict big investors from buying single-family homes, but they take different approaches.
State Farm to offer $100 average refund to car insurance customers
Refund amounts for State Farm customers will vary based on their place of residence and insurance premiums.
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This tip can save you tens of thousands of dollars on your mortgage
Mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest level since 2022, and now borrowers can find even lower-cost loans, experts said.
Rival bills want to make homebuying more affordable. Here's how.
Two competing bills would restrict big investors from buying single-family homes, but they take different approaches.
State Farm to offer $100 average refund to car insurance customers
Refund amounts for State Farm customers will vary based on their place of residence and insurance premiums.
Trump Media & Technology Group says it may spin off Truth Social
President Trump's media company, which is merging with a fusion energy player, is exploring whether to spin off Trump Social as a publicly traded concern.
How Americans plan to use their bigger tax refunds this year
Early tax refund data shows the typical check is so far 14% higher than a year ago. Here's what Americans are planning to do with the money.
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Trump says he's "not happy" with progress in Iran negotiations
President Trump said Friday that he is "not happy" with the pace of progress in negotiations with Iran.
DOJ charging 30 more people for roles in anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church
The criminal civil rights case has also ensnared journalist Don Lemon.
Rival bills want to make homebuying more affordable. Here's how.
Two competing bills would restrict big investors from buying single-family homes, but they take different approaches.
Scouting America to alter policies to maintain military support, Hegseth says
Some of the changes mirror Scouting America's suggestions to the Department of Justice, including discontinuing its Citizenship in Society merit badge.
Bill Clinton at Epstein deposition: "I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong"
Former President Bill Clinton denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes in an opening statement before the House Oversight Committee in New York.
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Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
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Rare 2,000-year-old treasure unearthed by metal detectorists
The find was made on a farmer's land in western Wales, museum Amgueddfa Cymru said.
Trump says he's "not happy" with progress in Iran negotiations
President Trump said Friday that he is "not happy" with the pace of progress in negotiations with Iran.
Boy's birth brings hope for Amazon tribe facing possible extinction
One official calls a newborn boy "a symbol of the resistance of the Akuntsu people, but also a source of hope for Indigenous peoples."
U.S. clears some diplomatic staff to leave Israel amid tension with Iran
As Trump leaves the threat of war on the table amid nuclear talks with Iran, the State Department urges Americans to "consider leaving Israel" while they can.
U.S. offers $10 million for capture of cartel bosses "The Frog" and "Achilles"
The U. S. is offering $5 million each for information on Rene Arzate Garcia and his brother Alfonso Arzate Garcia.
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Book excerpt: "Never Mind the Happy" by Marc Shaiman
In his memoir, the Tony Award-winning composer of such hits as Broadway's "Hairspray" writes of his half-century in show business, which grew in part from his youthful worshipping of Bette Midler - an adoration that would grow into a collaboration.
"Sinners" composer on blues music journey
For Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Goransson, creating the score for "Sinners" was a challenge, explaining he had to find his "voice within the blues." He describes his unlikely personal connection to the music and how he met the film's director.
"Scream" creator on directing latest movie
"Scream" writer and creator Kevin Williamson describes his passion for horror films and being asked to direct a "Scream" movie for the first time, at the request of one of the returning stars. Natalie Morales reports.
Bobby J. Brown, "The Wire" and "Law & Order: SUV" actor, dies at 62
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Morgan Freeman on AI replicating his voice
Legendary actor Morgan Freeman, who has starred in more than 100 movies in his six-decade career, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about narrating the docuseries "The Dinosaurs" and how he's fighting the use of artificial intelligence to replicate his iconic voice.
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Pentagon's deadline nears for Anthropic
The Pentagon's Friday afternoon deadline for Anthropic on granting use of its AI technology for certain military matters is rapidly approaching. Axios tech reporter Maria Curi joins CBS News with more.
Official on Pentagon-Anthropic standoff
Emil Michael, the U.S. under secretary of defense for research and engineering, speaks with CBS News' Jennifer Jacobs about how the military can benefit from artificial intelligence and defends the Pentagon's stance in its dispute with Anthropic over the use of the AI model Claude. Michael says the military has "made some very good concessions" and hopes Anthropic will do "the right thing" and reach a deal.
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.
Pentagon's clash with Anthropic over AI use
The Pentagon's ultimatum for Anthropic on the use of its AI technology could impact U.S. military readiness. Tara Copp, a national reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.
Pentagon vs. Anthropic on use of AI
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth set a deadline for Friday afternoon that involves Anthropic granting all lawful use for its AI technology. Amrith Ramkumar, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Did ICE lie before detaining NYC student?
Columbia University acting president Claire Shipman described the ICE detention of student Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva, claiming agents gained entry to a residential building by stating they were police seeking a missing child. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Bill Clinton's turn for Epstein deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is up next for a deposition before members of the House Oversight Committee regarding his alleged links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Latest news Columbia student taken by ICE
Columbia University student Elmina Aghayeva has been released after ICE took her from one of the institution's residential buildings. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Epstein files questionings continue
Kentucky Republican Rep. James Comer, the chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, said Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick may be asked to testify on his knowledge of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's dealings. This comes as former President Bill Clinton prepares for his deposition. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
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How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Artemis II moon rocket hauled off launch pad for repairs
Fixing the Space Launch System rocket's helium pressurization problem has pushed the Artemis II launch to at least April 1.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Iran doubt impacts gas prices, Wright says
Energy Secretary Chris Wright visited Texas and boasted about eased costs at the gas pump under the Trump administration, although he conceded prices are high amid uncertainty on Iran. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe spoke to Wright at a Corpus Christi gas station.
Inside the transformation of Hollywood
Hollywood is known for its iconic sign, Walk of Fame and studio lots bringing movies to life – but in 2026 the future of the entertainment industry is changing. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Pentagon's deadline nears for Anthropic
The Pentagon's Friday afternoon deadline for Anthropic on granting use of its AI technology for certain military matters is rapidly approaching. Axios tech reporter Maria Curi joins CBS News with more.
Trump on frustrations with Iran talks
President Trump took questions before departing the White House on Friday and discussed the U.S. talks with Iran on its nuclear program and the future of Cuba. CBS News' Zak Hudak reports.
Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.