America's continuing obsession with the JFK assassination 60 years later
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people from across the country and around the world visit Dealey Plaza, where the president was shot on Nov. 22, 1963.
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Why do U.S. presidents pardon turkeys?
The U.S. has enjoyed the presidential turkey pardon for more than three decades, and the tradition continued when President Biden pardoned two lucky turkeys Monday afternoon on the South Lawn. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe nabbed a coveted interview with one of the birds, and National Turkey Federation chairman Steve Lykken.
JFK's E.R. doctors share new assassination details
The new Paramount+ Original documentary, "JFK: What the Doctors Saw," reveals new details from the medical team that responded to President John F. Kennedy's assassination.
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Previously unreleased footage unveils an extraordinary reunion involving seven doctors who were present in the Parkland Hospital Emergency Room where President John F. Kennedy was rushed after being shot on Nov. 22, 1963. Their testimonies divulge unsettling medical details surrounding the assassination, raising doubt about government investigations that found Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. Stream the new Paramount+ Original documentary "JFK: What The Doctors Saw" on Tuesday, Nov. 14.
"Camera Girl": The story of Jackie before JFK
She was fearless, charming, and single when she was introduced to Washington's most eligible bachelor. Biographer Carl Sferrazza Anthony, and Martha Bartlett, the Georgetown hostess who paired up Bouvier with John F. Kennedy, talk about Jacqueline Bouvier.
Artifact illuminates history in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy. That camera is now in a Dallas museum. Omar Villafranca has the story.
Key artifact helps illuminate historic moment in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy.
LBJ Library director on "The Takeout"
The director of the LBJ Presidential Library, Mark A. Lawrence, joins Major Garrett on "The Takeout." Lawrence compares other presidents to Lyndon B. Johnson and says Johnson is the "gold standard" for making Congress work. They discuss how JFK's assassination weighed heavily on LBJ, and how he placed importance on continuity.
Campaign moments in history: JFK announces run
Today's spotlight: When JFK announced he was running for president. "Prime Time with John Dickerson" airs Monday-Thursday at 7 p.m. ET on the CBS News Streaming Network.
Historian weighs in on declassified JFK files
The National Archives has released more than 13,000 previously classified documents related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Michelle Miller are joined by presidential historian Lindsay Chervinsky to discuss the significance.
National Archives releases 13,173 more JFK assassination files
The National Archives is disclosing unredacted of the thousands of records amid a yearslong battle to uncover some of the most sensitive material related to Kennedy's death.
Newly released files on Kennedy assassination
CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Vladimir Duthiers and Errol Barnett with a look at what we're learning from newly released records related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Thousands of JFK assassination records released
The National Archives released nearly 13,000 secret files related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. However, thousands of files are still being withheld from the public.
Biden and National Archives sued over JFK assassination records
A new federal suit alleges that the U.S. government's failure to release thousands of documents related to the notorious murder is unlawful.
Biden discusses cancer initiatives
President Biden discussed a series of initiatives aimed at curing various cancers. Biden's remarks about what he calls his "cancer moonshot" came at the John F. Kennedy Library, named for the man whose own "moonshot" speech ushered in an age of space travel.
In a nod to JFK, Biden pushes "moonshot" to fight cancer
The fight against cancer is a personal one for the president.
The latest on the deal over Iran's nuclear program, Jackie Kennedy's Secret Service agent recalls JFK's assassination, and more
The latest on the deal over Iran's nuclear program and more, with Secretary of State John Kerry, Reps. Steny Hoyer, D-Md., and Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., Jackie Kennedy's Secret Service agent Clint Hill recalls JFK's assassination, and a panel of experts.
Casting JFK in bronze
For its 50th anniversary the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, in Washington, D.C., commissioned a statue of President John F. Kennedy, one that would reflect the humanity of a leader beloved and mourned by so many. Correspondent Chip Reid talks with sculptor Ivan Schwartz about capturing the 35th president in his team of artists' memorial to JFK.
Memorializing John F. Kennedy in bronze
For its 50th anniversary the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, in Washington, D.C., commissioned a statue of the 35th president, one that would reflect the humanity and familiarity of a leader beloved and mourned by so many.
Hundreds of JFK assassination files released
More than 58 years after President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, the government unsealed a trove of confidential documents. They provide new revelations, but fall short of resolving all speculation about the case. Jeff Pegues reports.
U.S. releases 1,491 previously secret documents on JFK assassination
The documents include thousands of pages of never-before-seen investigative memos, notes and cables.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from November 22, 2013
Thousands gathered at Dealey Plaza to commemorate the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's assassination and hear the words he never got to speak that day; and, Negotiators hope to reach a deal that would have the Iranians temporarily freeze uranium enrichment in exchange for easing economic sanctions.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from November 18, 2013
Four hundred homes were damaged by the tornado that roared through Washington, Ill., on Sunday with winds in excess of 170 miles per hour. Much of the town has been reduced to rubble, and debris has been recovered 85 miles away; and, a traffic stop near Taos, N.M., last month led to a chase and a fight, ending with a police officer opening fire on a minivan filled with children.
Jean Kennedy Smith dead at 92
The last surviving sibling of President John F. Kennedy has died. Jean Kennedy Smith was 92 years old.
Biden and Catholic community clash on abortion
President Biden publicly denounced Texas' restrictive abortion bill last week. Now, some Americans in the Catholic community believe the president needs to reckon with his faith and political beliefs. Senior staff writer for Politico Ruby Cramer joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
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U.S. confirms first casualties of war as Iran lashes out with missiles
The U.S. military says three troops have been killed in the war with Iran, as Iranian missiles hit countries and ships across the region. Another strike killed at least eight in Israel.
3 U.S. service members killed in military operation against Iran, CENTCOM says
U.S. Central Command said Sunday that three American service members were killed and five others were seriously wounded as part of the military operation in Iran.
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Trump says diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible: "Much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Sen. Tom Cotton says "not a simple answer" as to who will lead Iran now
"There's probably a lot of jockeying inside of Iran right now, they have a very consultative, deliberative process to replace the Supreme Leader," Sen. Tom Cotton said Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Map shows U.S.-Israel military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
Thousands of travelers stranded after strikes snarls travel in the Middle East
More than 2,400 flights were canceled Sunday across airports in the Middle East, according to flight tracker FlightAware.
At least 2 killed, 14 wounded in mass shooting at Texas bar, police say
Fourteen people were hospitalized, including three in critical condition, after the shooting at Buford's, a beer garden in Austin's entertainment district.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
3 U.S. service members killed in military operation against Iran, CENTCOM says
U.S. Central Command said Sunday that three American service members were killed and five others were seriously wounded as part of the military operation in Iran.
UFC's Dana White on taking MMA to the next level
As CEO and president of Ultimate Fighting Championship, Dana White has taken the hard-hitting sport of mixed martial arts to its highest-profile moment this summer: a UFC match on the South Lawn of the White House.
Honoring Operation Desert Storm: Waging a battle to build a war memorial
In 1991 more than half a million Americans served in Operation Desert Storm; 148 were killed in action, to free Kuwait from Saddam Hussein. Yet, when Marine veteran Scott Stump set out to build a memorial on the National Mall, he faced "grueling" resistance.
Supreme Court to weigh legal battle over federal gun ban for drug users
The Supreme Court is set to convene Monday to hear a Second Amendment dispute over a federal law that bars unlawful drug users from having firearms.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
Book excerpt: "Streetwise" by Lloyd Blankfein
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
Small business owner is already giving her customers a tariff refund
"If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.
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Transcript: Sen. Chris Murphy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Chris Murphy, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
3 U.S. service members killed in military operation against Iran, CENTCOM says
U.S. Central Command said Sunday that three American service members were killed and five others were seriously wounded as part of the military operation in Iran.
Democrat Jack Schlossberg talks taking the gloves off
The 33-year-old grandson of JFK is out to make a name for himself, running for Congress in New York's 12th District. He talks about his family, and his refusal to refrain from mocking his opponents, saying, "The time is not now to hold back."
Sen. Tom Cotton says "not a simple answer" as to who will lead Iran now
"There's probably a lot of jockeying inside of Iran right now, they have a very consultative, deliberative process to replace the Supreme Leader," Sen. Tom Cotton said Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Transcript: Sen. Tom Cotton on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Tom Cotton, Republican of Arkansas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
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.
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Transcript: Sen. Chris Murphy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Chris Murphy, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
3 U.S. service members killed in military operation against Iran, CENTCOM says
U.S. Central Command said Sunday that three American service members were killed and five others were seriously wounded as part of the military operation in Iran.
Sen. Tom Cotton says "not a simple answer" as to who will lead Iran now
"There's probably a lot of jockeying inside of Iran right now, they have a very consultative, deliberative process to replace the Supreme Leader," Sen. Tom Cotton said Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Thousands of travelers stranded after strikes snarls travel in the Middle East
More than 2,400 flights were canceled Sunday across airports in the Middle East, according to flight tracker FlightAware.
Transcript: Sen. Tom Cotton on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Tom Cotton, Republican of Arkansas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
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Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
Broadway and Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner." Shaiman talks with Tracy Smith about collaborating with Billy Crystal on parody songs for the Oscars; composing scores for Rob Reiner's films; and why he says, beginning as a piano prodigy at age 16, "there was no stopping me."
Neil Sedaka: An appreciation
David Pogue looks back at the career of the singer-songwriter whose Top 10 hits included such classics as "Oh, Carol," "Calendar Girl," "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do," and "Laughter in the Rain."
Remembering Neil Sedaka
David Pogue looks back at the career of singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, whose Top 10 hits included such classics as "Oh, Carol," "Calendar Girl," "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do," and "Laughter in the Rain." Sedaka died on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026 at age 86.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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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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At least 2 killed, 14 wounded in mass shooting at Texas bar, police say
Fourteen people were hospitalized, including three in critical condition, after the shooting at Buford's, a beer garden in Austin's entertainment district.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
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.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
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.
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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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Breaking the Cycle | Sunday on 60 Minutes
After a deadly mass school shooting, prosecutors didn't just pursue charges against the gunman; they also put his parents behind bars. It was a first in America. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
Cotton: No "simple answer" on Iran leader
Sen. Tom Cotton, the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, said after the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the U.S.-Israeli military operation, there's "not a simple answer" as to who will lead the Iranian people.
Fears of a wider Middle East conflict grow
Iran launched retaliatory strikes on U.S. and Israel's allies in the region as the joint airstrike campaign continued within Iran, leading to growing fears of a wider Middle East conflict. Imtiaz Tyab reports from Oman, the country that was mediating nuclear talks between Iran and the U.S.
Extended interview: Jack Schlossberg
Jack Schlossberg, the 33-year-old grandson of President John F. Kennedy, is running for Congress in New York's 12th District. In this extended interview, he talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about his family; the skepticism and apathy of many voters for politics today; and why he is pursuing public office.
Extended Interview: Sen. Tom Cotton
Watch Margaret Brennan's full interview with Sen. Tom Cotton, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.