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Chicago mayor ousted
Democrats Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson will meet in an April runoff to be the next mayor of Chicago after voters denied incumbent Lori Lightfoot a second term.
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Food stamp benefits will shrink for millions
Wednesday marks the end of extra benefits for Americans who rely on federal help to buy food. Low-income families in dozens of states who take part in SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, will see their food benefits shrink, as the cost of food is still on the rise. Nancy Chen reports.
China threat laid out in hearing
A newly formed House select committee on China warned of increased threats to the U.S. during an inaugural primetime hearing. The hearing comes amid a wave of crises involving China, including a deflated spy balloon and the theory that COVID-19 leaked from a Wuhan lab. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Supreme Court weighs student loan forgiveness
The Supreme Court's conservative justices questioned whether Congress should have the final say on President Biden's plan to cancel up to $20,000 in student loan debt for Americans. The high court heard oral arguments in a pair of disputes over the program. Chief justice correspondent Jan Crawford reports from the Supreme Court.
Legal analysis on Fox News defamation case
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the defamation lawsuit against Fox News. Dominion Voting Systems accuses the network of promoting falsehoods that the 2020 election was stolen from Donald Trump.
Supreme Court weighs Biden student loan plan
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear President Biden's proposal to forgive $400 billion in federal student loan debt. Challengers in six Republican-led states say it's an abuse of power that bypassed Congress. Chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Trump visits site of toxic train derailment
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is expected to visit East Palestine, Ohio, Thursday, a day after former President Trump visited. Roxana Saberi talks to residents who continue to blast Norfolk Southern and are growing more concerned about the future of their health and homes.
Biden to speak with Bucharest Nine leaders
President Biden is expected to meet with NATO leaders of the eastern European countries known as the Bucharest Nine. The diplomatic visit is part of his three-day swing through the region to bolster support for Ukraine. It comes after Mr. Biden delivered an emphatic address marking one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in Poland. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Jennifer McClellan wins historic election
Jennifer McClellan won a special election in Virginia, becoming the state's first Black congresswoman.
Georgia grand jury foreperson speaks out
The foreperson of a Georgia grand jury investigating former President Trump's alleged interference in the 2020 election results says the jury recommended several indictments. The Fulton County district attorney has not yet announced whether she will seek to charge Trump or his associates. Robert Costa reports.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Twins conjoined at the head are separated in 25-hour surgery
The twins were born in Ethiopia with a rare condition that left them joined at the head. Doctors spent a year planning a separation surgery.
Michigan synagogue reopens 6 months after terror attack
Temple Israel, a Detroit-area synagogue, has spent the last six months rebuilding after a terror attack destroyed parts of the building.
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Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids
Maye Musk says son Elon "just wants to do good" but steps "on a lot of toes"
Maye Musk has described her son Elon as a genius even as a child, and said his efforts have led to insults and unfair treatment from the public.
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Family blames Texas' "merciless" abortion ban for woman's death, sues Paxton, others
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
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ICE deportees in Africa describe being stranded "on the other side of the world"
CBS News traveled to Liberia to speak to some of the Latin American deportees banished to Africa under President Trump's immigration crackdown.
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Oprah reveals new details about live shows coming to Las Vegas Sphere
Oprah Winfrey exclusively revealed new details about "AHA," the first-ever immersive journey at the Las Vegas Sphere, coming in 2027.
Lindsay Clancy juror reveals more about lone holdout
A mistrial was declared in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy after jurors could not reach a unanimous decision. One of the jurors shares details on their deliberations in an interview with Gayle King.
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Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
What is the White House press pool and how does it work?
President Trump's move to ban CNN, MS NOW and POLITICO from the White House has highlighted the role of the press pool.
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U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
Cybersecurity researchers from a small firm called Hacktron in India broke into OpenAI, showing how vulnerable frontier labs are.
ICE officer who shot Venezuelan man wasn't wearing body camera, sources say
The ICE officer who shot a Venezuelan delivery driver was not wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, sources familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
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3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
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Diesel prices just hit a new record. Would a U.S. export ban bring relief?
Some lawmakers want to halt U.S. diesel exports as prices top $6.50 a gallon. But such a ban could have unintended consequences, experts say.
Have an Apple iPhone 15 or 16? How to file a claim for up to $95.
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What is an "AI swarm," and why it giving tech experts nightmares?
AI "agents" show a remarkable ability to share information and knowledge with other bots. That should worry us.
Selling early access to Trump Truth Social posts is illegal, ex-prosecutors say
Trump Media & Technology recently launched a Truth Social API data feed, charging $100,000 for "real-time access to posts from the highest-ranking Truth Social accounts."
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Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
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President Trump's move to ban CNN, MS NOW and POLITICO from the White House has highlighted the role of the press pool.
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The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
ICE officer who shot Venezuelan man wasn't wearing body camera, sources say
The ICE officer who shot a Venezuelan delivery driver was not wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, sources familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
Senators press Rubio to prioritize release of American journalist held in Iran
Reza Valizadeh, a U.S.-Iranian dual citizen and former journalist for U.S.-funded broadcaster Radio Farda, has been imprisoned in Iran since September 2024.
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Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
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RFK Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists they have a "friend in the White House"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference hosted by an organization he once led that has promoted doubts about vaccines.
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Senators press Rubio to prioritize release of American journalist held in Iran
Reza Valizadeh, a U.S.-Iranian dual citizen and former journalist for U.S.-funded broadcaster Radio Farda, has been imprisoned in Iran since September 2024.
U.S. fighter jet crashes at air base in Germany, injuring pilot
The U.S. Air Base Spangdahlem said that the pilot ejected and was receiving medical care.
Trump signs agreement giving U.S. broad military authority in Greenland
The U.S., Denmark and Greenland signed a new security agreement bolstering the United States' military and security presence on the island.
Metal detectorist finds record-breaking trove of ancient Roman coins
A man who discovered Roman silver coins in a field realized he had stumbled upon something bigger when his metal detector kept signaling.
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Judge Judy reflects on 30-year career
Judith Sheindlin, known on TV as Judge Judy, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her 30-year career as she passes the torch to her son, Adam.
Grandmaster Flash talks new book on hip-hop
Grandmaster Flash speaks with Nate Burleson about his new book, "Birth of a Culture," where he gives readers an intimate look at his role in the birth of hip-hop.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose, autopsy finds
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Fat Bear Week is here: Meet Backpack, Bucky and other chunky contenders
Sixteen bears are facing off in Fat Bear Week 2026, the highly anticipated tournament among the chunkiest bears at the Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska.
Converse pulls sneaker ad after critics say it uses racist imagery
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
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3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
Cybersecurity researchers from a small firm called Hacktron in India broke into OpenAI, showing how vulnerable frontier labs are.
Have an Apple iPhone 15 or 16? How to file a claim for up to $95.
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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 wants U.S. to lead global AI safety
Tech industry insiders are united in saying that artificial intelligence development requires regulation and safety standards. OpenAI says the U.S. should lead the way when it comes to building out global AI safety principles. POLITICO Congress tech reporter Owen Dahlkamp weighs in.
Former controller explains FAA outage
Flights were disrupted after a cable line was accidentally cut at an air traffic control facility in Philadelphia. S. Todd Yeary, a former certified air traffic controller with the FAA, explains what happened and why.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
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Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Man shot by ICE: "I'm not doing well"
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was shot in the back by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Austin, Texas. Garces Perez's lawyer says he had a work permit and was seeking asylum but had missed a deportation order sent to an old address. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
"Looksmaxxing" influencer Clavicular charged with rape in Massachusetts
Online personality "Clavicular," whose real name is Braden Peters, faces two felony charges and one misdemeanor charge. He denies the allegations.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyers take next steps
Lindsay Clancy's lawyers filed a motion to dismiss her case and asked the judge to investigate the lone holdout juror after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
Latest on Nolan Wells case
A grand jury has declined to charge anyone in connection with the death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more details.
Man shot by ICE in Texas is back in hospital
Protests erupted in Austin, Texas, after a Venezuelan man was shot in his spine by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Trump to UN: Whoever wins AI, wins
President Trump continued his push for rapid AI development Tuesday in remarks before the United Nations General Assembly. Global affairs analyst Jonathan Wachtel joined CBS News to discuss.
Trump signs new security deal with Greenland
President Trump, Greenland Premier Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen signed a new security agreement Tuesday. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has the details.
Cuban foreign minister slams U.S. blockade
Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío spoke with CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman ahead of this week's United Nations General Assembly, blasting the ongoing U.S. oil blockade against his country.
Man remains in ICE custody after shooting
The Venezuelan man who was shot by ICE Sunday remains in federal custody despite losing feeling on his left side, his lawyer said. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.