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CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down how the government shutdown could affect the economy and your personal finances.
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CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down how the government shutdown could affect the economy and your personal finances.
President Trump and lawmakers failed to reach a funding deal, causing the government to shut down Wednesday. Tens of thousands of federal workers will be told to stay home – furloughed without pay. Workers deemed essential, like air traffic controllers and the military, will stay on the job, but won't get paid for now either.
President Trump has ordered National Guard deployments in cities like Chicago and Baltimore and now has his sights set on Portland, calling it "war-ravaged." Portland City Council President Elana Pirtle-Guiney joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the protests and the president's plan.
Military leaders have been summoned to Quantico Marine Corps base Tuesday from all around the world by Defense Secretary Hegseth for a rare, in-person meeting. Democratic lawmakers have raised safety concerns about the military leaders leaving their posts for the well-publicized meeting. It's not clear what the meeting is about.
At midnight, the government is poised to shut down as congressional leaders and President Trump have failed to reach a deal. Ahead of the looming deadline, the Senate will attempt another vote on a funding bill Tuesday. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
Federal officers armed with weapons were seen in downtown Chicago. In Portland, Oregon, the deployment sparked protests and a lawsuit by state and city leaders. More agents are set to arrive in Memphis today, Nicole Valdes reports.
Chief Washington analyst Robert Costa spoke with President Trump ahead of his meeting with congressional leaders. With less than 48 hours until a potential shutdown, Trump suggested a deal may be difficult to reach.
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Thursday on two counts by the Department of Justice. President Trump celebrated the indictment, while Comey responded in a social media video where he said he was innocent.
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey on charges of obstruction and false statements, and what it means for President Trump's legacy.
President Trump announced on Thursday new tariffs set to take effect next Wednesday, including a 100% tariff on pharmaceutical drugs. There will also be tariffs on a broad range of imported goods, such as kitchen cabinets, some furniture and trucks. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
Wait times at major U.S. airports continue as TSA officer callouts mount after employees missed their first full paycheck last week.
"The morale is getting worse by the day because no one knows when this is gonna end," said Cameron Cochems, a lead TSA officer in Boise, Idaho.
Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the situation will get worse the longer the agency and the Department of Homeland Security don't receive funding.
Spring break "takeovers," which are massive gatherings organized on social media, are overwhelming some top destinations and posing dangers.
A Ring camera video that showed a 78-year-old DoorDash driver making a delivery led to strangers donating nearly $1 million to him and his wife.
Travelers continue to face long lines at airports across the U.S. due to the partial government shutdown affecting TSA agents.
Temple Israel Rabbi Josh Bennett and staff member Cassi Cohen say their security training prepared them to respond quickly when a man rammed a vehicle into their synagogue.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Honolulu officials said the Wahiawa dam is failing or expected to fail soon and residents nearby should evacuate.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Security lines are stretching up to 2 hours at some airports amid TSA staffing shortages. Here's how to check wait times before you leave.
With gas closing in on $4 a gallon, the Trump administration is pulling multiple levers to tame energy prices. The results have been mixed.
Two former Louisville police officers were facing civil rights charges in connection with the 2020 shooting death of Breonna Taylor.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Security lines are stretching up to 2 hours at some airports amid TSA staffing shortages. Here's how to check wait times before you leave.
With gas closing in on $4 a gallon, the Trump administration is pulling multiple levers to tame energy prices. The results have been mixed.
A pharmaceutical company issued the recall after receiving complaints of "gel-like mass and black particles" in the product, the FDA said.
Experts warn that surging energy costs are likely to ripple through U.S. supply chains, resulting in higher prices online and in stores.
Border czar Tom Homan is expected back on Capitol Hill later Friday for bipartisan talks.
Siamak Namazi, who was released from Iran's Evin prison in 2023, said "it's important" that President Trump "hears that there are innocent Americans being held like we were as political pawns."
Two former Louisville police officers were facing civil rights charges in connection with the 2020 shooting death of Breonna Taylor.
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
The United Nations' top nuclear watchdog, IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi, told CBS News that Iran still has the technical ability to restart its nuclear program, even though U.S. military strikes dented the program.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Siamak Namazi, who was released from Iran's Evin prison in 2023, said "it's important" that President Trump "hears that there are innocent Americans being held like we were as political pawns."
With gas closing in on $4 a gallon, the Trump administration is pulling multiple levers to tame energy prices. The results have been mixed.
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Friday condemned the deaths of three Mexican nationals in ICE custody this year.
The announcement comes as NATO faces criticism from President Trump, who's seeking military assistance in securing the key Strait of Hormuz.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island will be released to the media with redactions, court records show.
Action star Chuck Norris has died at age 86, his family announced Friday. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
Reality TV star Taylor Frankie Paul's booking photo for an apparent incident in 2023 has emerged. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner joins with more details.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Val Kilmer was originally set to star in "As Deep as the Grave" before he died last year, never shooting a scene of the movie. But Kilmer will still star in the film thanks to generative AI, which is artificial intelligence that can generate new content by analyzing existing content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
More than 80% of adults say they go online at least several times per day and research indicates that even adults' fully-formed brains can suffer negative consequences from excessive screen time. Dr. Sue Varma breaks down risks, tips to reduce your screen time and why adults are spending more time on screens.
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.
NVIDIA's GTC conference brought big crowds to Silicon Valley this week, with hundreds of companies showcasing products powered by NVIDIA's chips. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to discuss.
A tech entrepreneur in Australia, Paul Conyngham, said he used artificial intelligence to design a cancer vaccine for his dog Rosie. He joins CBS News with Páll Thordarson, director of the UNSW RNA Institute, who worked with Conyngham on the technology.
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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.
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island will be released to the media with redactions, court records show.
Federal prosecutors in Miami subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey as part of a probe into Obama-era intelligence officials, two sources familiar with the investigation tell CBS News. Jake Rosen reports.
The failure to protect explicit case evidence in Denise Huskins' kidnapping and sexual assault case is driving reform at the State Capitol. New developments exposed a little-known gap in state law that could expose videos of sexual assault victims.
Several Minnesota families saw justice served on Thursday morning after five young women were killed in a high-speed crash two summers ago in Minneapolis.
In the summer of 2013, Minnesota resident Gary Herbst seemingly disappeared. Years later, investigators made a startling discovery. Peter Van Sant has the story for "48 Hours."
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Some Americans who are wrongfully detained abroad have found the prospect of their release tied to bigger and broader political issues. Neda Sharghi, whose brother Emad was freed from Iran in 2023 after five years of captivity, explains.
Former prisoners in Iran, Emad Shargi and Siamak Namazi, told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan their message to President Trump about current Americans held there.
"Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with former Iran detainees Emad Shargi and Siamak Namazi about the country's notorious Evin prison and who is held there.
The family and friends of Americans who are held in Iran fear for their safety as strikes intensify. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Neda Sharghi, the sister of Emad Shargi, who was held in Iran for five years.
President Trump has listed four objectives for the war with Iran, and the freeing of Americans wrongfully detained by the regime is not one of them. Roger Carstens, former special presidential envoy for hostage affairs in the Biden and first Trump administrations, joins "Face the Nation" with analysis.