Autistic man's family sues
The police interrogation of Arnaldo Soto was released Monday, nearly a year after he was transported in handcuffs to the North Miami Police Department.
Autism Awareness
Autism health issues
An estimated 1 in 68 American children is on the autism spectrum, and experts say many of them have a range of other medical problems to deal with, too. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Predicting autism in infants
New research suggests doctors may eventually be able to predict autism at an age when treatment is more effective. It means the diagnosis may be possible in the first year of life, instead of the current range of two to four years. Researchers performed brain scans on babies considered high-risk because they have an older sibling with the disorder. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the findings.
Autistic girl stuns the world
A 10-year-old autistic girl from Northern Ireland is stunning the world with her incredible singing voice. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the sound from the amazing young artist.
Sports and Autism
People with autism are challenging conventional wisdom by participating and excelling in sports, from the children at the Boston Higashi School to UFC veteran John "Doomsday" Howard. In this preview, Sports Illustrated Executive Editor Jon Wertheim and producer Rome Hartman discuss the busy intersection of sports and autism. New edition of 60 Minutes Sports airs Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME.
Autistic boy and his dog
Three-year-old Tupper spent his whole life not being able to sleep through the night, but that was before he met Lego
Lunchroom photo goes viral
A college football star is being praised for his kindness off the field. A photo showing Florida State wide receiver Travis Rudolph eating lunch with Bo Paske -- who often sits by himself -- has become a social media sensation. Mark Strassmann went to Tallahassee to find out what brought the pair together.
A study is suggesting a link between folic acid, which is commonly recommended for pregnant women to cut down on birth defects, and the development of autism in children
A study is suggesting a link between folic acid, which is commonly recommended for pregnant women to cut down on birth defects, and the development of autism in children. But as Dr. Jon LaPook explains, women shouldn't stop taking the vitamin just yet.
In this "Face the Nation" Web Extra, Ron Fournier of the National Journal discusses his latest book, "Love That Boy." The book is about his relationship with his son, who was diagnosed with autism six years ago.
In this "Face the Nation" Web Extra, Ron Fournier of the National Journal discusses his latest book, "Love That Boy." The book is about his relationship with his son, who was diagnosed with autism six years ago.
New research suggests mothers-to-be with obesity and diabetes have a higher risk of giving birth to a child with autism
New research suggests mothers-to-be with obesity and diabetes have a higher risk of giving birth to a child with autism. CBS News' Danielle Nottingham reports.
A new study finds possible link between antidepressants during pregnancy and a child's risk of autism, but doctors say the risk is small
A new study finds a possible link between antidepressants during pregnancy and a child's risk of autism, but doctors say the risk is small. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
A new report suggests autism may be more common than we thought
A new report suggests autism may be more common than we thought. A government survey of parents finds as many as one of every 45 children is autistic. That is a higher percentage than other studies reported. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” from Los Angeles to discuss the findings.
Applebee's is making things right after an autistic employee in Rhode Island went unpaid for almost a year
Applebee's is making things right after an autistic employee in Rhode Island went unpaid for almost a year. The restaurant chain will pay Caleb Dyl 166 hours in backpay. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jericka Duncan have more.
Julia, a new character on Sesame Street, lives with autism
Julia, a new character on Sesame Street, lives with autism. Since nearly six in 10 autistic kids say they have been bullied, the show's producers are trying to foster compassion through familiarity. Jim Axelrod has the story.
Applebee's officials are apologizing after finding out an autistic employee in Rhode Island went unpaid for almost a year
Applebee's officials are apologizing after finding out an autistic employee in Rhode Island went unpaid for almost a year. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jill Wagner have more details.
Charles Cobbert was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 3 and at age 17, he is competing in the swimming nationals
Charles Cobbert was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 3 and at age 17, he is competing in the swimming nationals. Meg Oliver reports on how the repetitive aerobic activity helps to reduce the autistic behavior.
An autism study from the Journal of Molecular Psychiatry found an increase in autism rates among children of teen moms and older parents
An autism study from the Journal of Molecular Psychiatry found an increase in autism rates among children of teen moms and older parents. CBS News' Dr. Holly Phillips explains the findings.
An Oregon family traveling with a 15-year old girl with autism was kicked of a United airlines flight for what the airline calls “a disruptive situation”
An Oregon family traveling with a 15-year old girl with autism was kicked of a United airlines flight for what the airline calls “a disruptive situation.” Carter Evans reports.
It's being called "the coming tsunami." In the next decade, half a million young adults with autism will need jobs and a place to live
It's being called "the coming tsunami." In the next decade, half a million young adults with autism will need jobs and a place to live. WBZ-TV's David Wade reports.
A massive new study reports a possible link between developing diabetes during pregnancy and autism in kids
A massive new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reports a possible link between developing diabetes during pregnancy and autism in kids. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the findings.
Microsoft is expanding its diversity outreach by adding more employees with autism
Microsoft is expanding its diversity outreach by adding more employees with autism. CNET's Bridget Carey talks to CBSN about the new hiring strategy.
Thousands of Global Landmarks to Light Up Blue
Lisa Goring, VP of Family Services at Autism Speaks, discusses World Autism Awareness Day and their Light It Up Blue campaign.
"The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" is about a socially awkward 15-year-old boy starring Alex Sharp, who tells Jane Pauley he considers the role a beautiful responsibility
"The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" is about a socially awkward 15-year-old boy starring Alex Sharp, who tells Jane Pauley he considers the role a beautiful responsibility. She also hears from some autistic students share their fascination with the character.
After nobody showed up for a little boy's birthday, some firefighters and police officers came to the rescue
After nobody showed up for a little boy's birthday, some firefighters and police officers came to the rescue. CBSN's Nancy Cordes and Elaine Quijano have more.
Typically, it's been thought that when two children from the same family have autism, it's a result of the same genetic mutations
Typically, it's been thought that when two children from the same family have autism, it's a result of the same genetic mutations. A new study from Autism Speaks suggests that this isn't always the case; the genes that lead to autism are much more varied. Dr. Malika Marshall reports.
HealthWatch
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Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
Grants halted at agency devoted to safety of U.S. healthcare
Congress appropriated $345 million for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality for the 2026 fiscal year, but the agency has spent less than $15 million on grants.
What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting Stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought Stage 4 cancer side by side.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
U.S.
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Afghan woman to fight U.S. efforts to deport her over "alien terrorist" claim
Nazira Haji Zada's lawyer argued that the Justice Dept. is violating her due process rights.
Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination until 2 Senate critics leave office
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
This week on "Sunday Morning": The Money Issue (Aug. 2)
This week Jane Pauley hosts "The Money Issue," our annual special broadcast dedicated to the many ways in which money underscores the way we live.
Canelo Álvarez says there's "not much left" for him to do in boxing
Professional boxer Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson about when he'll know to walk away from the sport.
U.S. economy slowed in second quarter as Iran war weighs on growth
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
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European teams boycott FIFA over plan to sell World Cup stake to investors
A source close to Joshua Kushner's firm tells CBS News there's no politics behind FIFA's bid to draw private investment, but Europe's soccer powerhouses are crying foul.
U.S. economy slowed in second quarter as Iran war weighs on growth
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
Why are workers at leading AI companies calling for a slowdown in AI development?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other AI leaders say they support pacing the rapid advancement of AI's capabilities.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
Why are airlines banning humanoid robots from flights?
Three major U.S. airlines have quietly changed their policies to ban humanoid and animal-like robots from their flights.
Politics
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Afghan woman to fight U.S. efforts to deport her over "alien terrorist" claim
Nazira Haji Zada's lawyer argued that the Justice Dept. is violating her due process rights.
Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination until 2 Senate critics leave office
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
White House levels new allegation that China swept up voter data
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
DOJ asking secretive court to remove Afghan woman allegedly tied to terror plot
The DOJ is seeking to deport an Afghan woman who prosecutors allege is an "alien terrorist," in the first-ever test case before a secretive court that has never convened since it was created three decades ago.
Blanche's nomination for AG on hold over fate of DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund"
Republican Sen. John Cornyn has demanded formal modifications to an agreement the Justice Department made with President Trump to settle his lawsuit against the IRS.
HealthWatch
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HealthWatch
Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
World
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European teams boycott FIFA over plan to sell World Cup stake to investors
A source close to Joshua Kushner's firm tells CBS News there's no politics behind FIFA's bid to draw private investment, but Europe's soccer powerhouses are crying foul.
U.K. village plans independence vote in protest over migrant housing plans
The English village of Piddington is planning a symbolic referendum to demand independence from the U.K. over plans to house people seeking asylum at a disused military barracks.
Japan earthquake death toll climbs to 34 as hopes wane for more rescues
The Kumamoto prefectural government said at least 34 people were killed in the powerful earthquake that hit southwestern Japan earlier this week.
Battle against monster wildfire in France boosted by improving weather
George and Amal Clooney are among thousands of residents in southwest France still displaced by a massive wildfire, but crews are gaining control.
Possible Russian missile crashes in Poland during Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least eight people and an apparent Russian missile crashed in Poland, officials said.
Entertainment
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Entertainment
From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
BTS skipping the next Grammy Awards
BTS said they will not submit their latest album for Grammy consideration, which came after the group's yearslong hiatus to fulfill their mandatory military duty. Emily Curl explains why the group's decision may be connected to the academy adding a new category.
Actor Jared Leto facing allegations
Actor Jared Leto is facing allegations of criminal sexual conduct, which he has denied. In a new BBC documentary, four women accuse Leto of targeting them when they were underage. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Zoe Saldaña on new season of "Lioness"
Zoe Saldaña tells "CBS Mornings" why this season of "Lioness" is demanding, how the series challenges the actors and what it's like working with Taylor Sheridan.
Singer-songwriter Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Technology
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Technology
OpenAI CEO meets with key Trump advisers
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with high-ranking Trump administration advisers following his talks with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This comes as some tech workers criticize the rapid development of AI, demanding that the government create new safety regulations. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.
Inside the advancements in AI
CBS News contributor Matt Shumer, a venture capitalist, told "CBS Mornings" artificial intelligence advancements are moving "way more quickly than anyone anticipated." Shumer addresses recent developments in AI and its impact on the workforce.
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.
OpenAI interested in AI wearables
OpenAI's president says it is working on wearable and hardware options for its AI chatbots like ChatGPT. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joins CBS News to discuss this and other technology headlines.
Why are workers at leading AI companies calling for a slowdown in AI development?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other AI leaders say they support pacing the rapid advancement of AI's capabilities.
Science
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Science
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Crime
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Crime
Leto denies sexual misconduct allegations
Multiple women accused performer Jared Leto of sexual misconduct in a new BBC documentary. Leto denies the allegations. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more details.
Latest details in Lindsay Clancy trial
A Massachusetts court heard disturbing 911 audio and key testimonies in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial. Clancy is accused of killing her three children. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Father convicted in Apalachee High School shooting gets 15 years
Days after his son was sentenced, the father of the Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, is in court for his own sentencing hearing.
Lindsay Clancy murder trial centers on ex's 911 call: "She killed the kids"
Prosecutors allege Lindsay Clancy made a "calculated decision" in killing her kids, while the defense says she was overmedicated and suffering from extreme postpartum psychosis.
New testimony in Lindsay Clancy's trial
On the second day of the triple murder trial of a Massachusetts mom who killed her three children, the judge heard new testimony and evidence. Prosecutors asked her ex-husband to describe the moment he returned home on Jan. 24, 2023. Shanelle Kaul reports on the details.
Space
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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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.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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White House repeats election fraud claims
The White House continues to claim that China interfered in U.S. elections, despite election experts disputing those allegations. China has denied interfering in the elections. CBS News election law expert and political contributor David Becker has more.
Ukraine says Russia violated Polish airspace
Russia launched deadly strikes on Ukraine, killing at least eight people, including three children, officials say. Across the border in Poland, authorities are investigating an apparent Russian missile crossing into Polish airspace. CBS News' Aidan Stretch has more.
Netanyahu backs Trump as Iran war intensifies
The U.S. and Iran again exchanged strikes amid growing concerns that the war will expand to other parts of the Middle East. This comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that the future of the Iran war is up to President Trump. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports and contributor Elliot Ackerman shares his analysis.
U.S. launches new strikes against Iran
American fighter jets launched air strikes against Iran after the attempted missile attacks on U.S. forces in Jordan. It comes after President Trump vowed to hit back and as the war in the Middle East widens. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Tax deal scrutiny unnerves Trump affiliates
Several businesses with ties to President Trump are distancing themselves from a controversial tax settlement involving the Internal Revenue Service. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the scoop.