"Rust" production company fined $136,000 for alleged safety failures
New Mexico safety officials pointed to "a complete failure of the employer to follow recognized national protocols that keep employees safe."
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Rapper A$AP Rocky arrested in connection with 2021 shooting
According to police, the rapper allegedly shot an acquaintance after an argument.
Daily Show's Jordan Klepper visits Hungary
The Daily Show's Jordan Klepper joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his recent trip to Hungary, where he tried to understand why some conservatives in the United States view the Central European country as a model for the American future they'd like to see.
Johnny Depp testifies against ex-wife
Actor Johnny Depp took the stand Tuesday in his libel lawsuit against his ex-wife Amber Heard. Carter Evans has the details.
"The Flash" star Ezra Miller arrested in Hawaii for second time within weeks
Miller allegedly struck a woman on the head with a chair after being asked to leave a gathering.
Hip hop pioneer DJ Kay Slay dies at age 55
Keith Grayson, who performed as DJ Kay Slay, worked with the likes of Nas, Kendrick Lamar, Jadakiss and Busta Rhymes.
Janelle Monáe discusses debut book
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Janelle Monáe joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new book "The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer." The collection of short stories builds on the science fiction universe she created in her 2018 Grammy-nominated album "Dirty Computer."
Billy Crystal back on Broadway as "Mr. Saturday Night"
In 1992 the comedian directed his first movie, about an abrasive, 73-year-old washed-up comic. Now, thirty years later, Crystal has turned the film into a musical – and the 74-year-old finally gets to act his age.
Billy Crystal in Broadway's "Mr. Saturday Night"
In 1992 Billy Crystal directed his first movie, "Mr. Saturday Night," about an abrasive stand-up comic. Back then, Crystal required hours of makeup to play the 73-year-old washed-up comedian Buddy Young, Jr. Now, thirty years later, Crystal has turned the film into a Broadway musical – and the 74-year-old finally gets to act his age. Correspondent Tracy Smith sits down with the still-youthful Crystal.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including comedian Gilbert Gottfried.
The mystery of Francis Hines, and a dumpster full of art treasures
In 2017 a barn cleanout in Connecticut revealed a treasure trove of paintings by an obscure expressionist artist who'd also experimented with wrapping buildings and objects. Now, experts say the dumpster art by Francis Hines could be worth millions.
Uncovering a dumpster full of art worth millions
In 2017 a barn cleanout in Connecticut revealed a treasure trove of artworks, by an obscure artist who'd died the year before. Now, experts say the dumpster art could be worth millions. Correspondent David Pogue delves into the intriguing tale of how a skateboarding mechanic became a detective in order to uncover the identity of Francis Hines, an expressionist who experimented with wrapping buildings, objects and paintings.
Delia Ephron on love, cancer, and a second chance
The author-screenwriter, no stranger to romantic storylines, has lately been living one: having lost her first husband, she married a man she'd first dated half a century ago. But their wedding occurred in the hospital, where she was undergoing chemotherapy for leukemia.
Writer Delia Ephron on love, cancer and second chances
Author and screenwriter Delia Ephron, who is no stranger to romantic storylines, has lately been living one – having lost her first husband, she married a man she'd first dated half a century ago. But their wedding occurred in the hospital, where she was undergoing chemotherapy for leukemia. CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Ephron about her memoir, "Left on Tenth: A Second Chance at Life"; about a gut-punch of a medical prognosis; and how love kept her going.
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 17)
Recommendations from our book reviewer of new fiction and non-fiction titles for the spring.
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Justice Dept. appeals mask ruling after CDC says mandate still needed
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asked the Justice Department to appeal the decision.
Capitol briefly evacuated over Nationals pregame parachute show
According to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the Federal Aviation Administration failed to inform Capitol Police of the pre-planned flyover.
Americans often "forced" to pay medical bills they don't owe
Many people say they pay health care bills even if the debt isn't valid, consumer watchdog finds.
Florida Senate votes to strip Disney of special self-government status
The vote marks the latest escalation of DeSantis' battle with the entertainment giant over Florida's new "Don't Say Gay" law.
Unruly passenger arrested after using emergency slide to exit Chicago-bound plane
Cynthia McKnight was arrested and all other passengers on the plane were rebooked.
NFL's Dwayne Haskins ran out of gas before he was killed, 911 call shows
The Steelers quarterback was killed on April 9 while trying to cross Interstate 595 in Broward County, Florida.
Inmate who failed to opt for gas chamber set for lethal injection
The gas chamber hasn't been used in the U.S. in more than two decades. Clarence Dixon is slated to be put to death by lethal injection May 11 for the 1977 murder of Arizona State University student Deana Bowdoin.
Johnny Depp testifies Amber Heard attacked him, he never hit back
Depp addressed Heard's accusations in detail Wednesday.
Mike Hopkins, longtime CBS News staffer, dies unexpectedly
Hoppy, as he was known to his colleagues, is being remembered as "a CBS News institution" and "the heart of this network."
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Inmate who failed to opt for gas chamber set for lethal injection
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Former Honduran president to be extradited to U.S.
Hernández will face weapons and drug trafficking charges in New York.
Capitol briefly evacuated over Nationals pregame parachute show
According to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the Federal Aviation Administration failed to inform Capitol Police of the pre-planned flyover.
2 of 3 USS George Washington sailors who died within one week died by suicide
The cause of death of the third sailor remains under investigation.
Airlines to allow certain passengers banned for violating mask policy to return
United, Delta and Alaska Airlines told CBS News they will review each case before making a decision.
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Americans often "forced" to pay medical bills they don't owe
Many people say they pay health care bills even if the debt isn't valid, consumer watchdog finds.
Elon Musk looks to raise funds to buy Twitter: reports
Cryptic tweet suggests Tesla CEO may try to buy shares of the social media service directly from investors.
Student loan program changes could bring millions closer to getting out of debt
A review found some servicers had been placing borrowers facing financial difficulties into forbearance instead of giving them clear information about income-driven repayment options.
DeSantis asks lawmakers to strip Disney of special self-government status
His feud marked the latest escalation of his feud with the entertainment giant over Florida's new "Don't Say Gay" law.
George Floyd's lawyer: Wells Fargo is "killing Black homeowners opportunities"
Wells is "killing Black homeowners opportunities" with high rate of denials when interest rates were low, says attorney Ben Crump.
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Former Honduran president to be extradited to U.S.
Hernández will face weapons and drug trafficking charges in New York.
Capitol briefly evacuated over Nationals pregame parachute show
According to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the Federal Aviation Administration failed to inform Capitol Police of the pre-planned flyover.
Justice Dept. appeals mask ruling after CDC says mandate still needed
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asked the Justice Department to appeal the decision.
Feds find "severe, systemic" problems in Mississippi prison
The department released findings of its two-year investigation of the state's oldest prison, Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman.
Florida Senate votes to strip Disney of special self-government status
The vote marks the latest escalation of DeSantis' battle with the entertainment giant over Florida's new "Don't Say Gay" law.
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Doctors face challenges to provide abortion access
Nearly two dozen states have restricted abortion access.
DOJ appeals travel mask mandate ruling
The Justice Department has moved to reinstate the travel mask mandate at the request of the CDC. Meanwhile, for travelers who are immunocompromised or who have young, unvaccinated children, the end of travel mask mandates is a frightening change. Errol Barnett has more.
Doctors face challenges to provide abortion services
Several states have restricted abortion access, making it challenging for providers to ensure women still have access to the procedure. Janet Shamlian reports on the hurdles facing a South Dakota clinic.
Justice Dept. appeals mask ruling after CDC says mandate still needed
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asked the Justice Department to appeal the decision.
Americans often "forced" to pay medical bills they don't owe
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Former Honduran president to be extradited to U.S.
Hernández will face weapons and drug trafficking charges in New York.
Wimbledon bans Russian and Belarusian players from tennis championship
"We wish to express our ongoing support for all those impacted by the conflict in Ukraine during these shocking and distressing times," organizers said.
Thousands flee Russia over government crackdown on protests, news outlets
A mother and her two children fled from Russia to avoid persecution amid protests over the war in Ukraine.
Shanghai allows 4 million people to leave their homes as virus rules ease
A total 12 million people in the city of 25 million are now allowed to go outdoors after the first round of easing last week.
Ukrainian commander in Mariupol pleads for help
"We are probably facing our last days, if not hours," he said. Ukraine said Russia dropped heavy bombs to flatten what was left of a steel plant believed to be the last holdout of the key port city's defenders.
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"Rust" production company fined $136,000 for alleged safety failures
New Mexico safety officials pointed to "a complete failure of the employer to follow recognized national protocols that keep employees safe."
Rapper A$AP Rocky arrested in connection with 2021 shooting
According to police, the rapper allegedly shot an acquaintance after an argument.
Daily Show's Jordan Klepper visits Hungary
The Daily Show's Jordan Klepper joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his recent trip to Hungary, where he tried to understand why some conservatives in the United States view the Central European country as a model for the American future they'd like to see.
Johnny Depp testifies against ex-wife
Actor Johnny Depp took the stand Tuesday in his libel lawsuit against his ex-wife Amber Heard. Carter Evans has the details.
"The Flash" star Ezra Miller arrested in Hawaii for second time within weeks
Miller allegedly struck a woman on the head with a chair after being asked to leave a gathering.
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Tesla profits soar, fueled by strong sales
Despite supply-chain challenges, the electric car maker delivered a record 310,000 vehicles in the first quarter.
Elon Musk looks to raise funds to buy Twitter: reports
Cryptic tweet suggests Tesla CEO may try to buy shares of the social media service directly from investors.
Netflix stock price plummets
Netflix stock is on track for its biggest decline since 2011 after the company reported losing subscribers for the first time in over a decade. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Jim Axelrod to discuss what's behind it.
Interest soars in self-sustaining "Earthships"
“CBS Mornings” is launching a new series called "Rebuilding America" to showcase the ingenuity of individuals and communities around the country working together to build a better world one project at a time. In this installment, CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian heads to New Mexico where a community of so-called Earthships is redefining sustainable housing.
Higher gas prices a factor for those considering hybrid/electric car
But more would still buy a gas-powered vehicle.
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Experimental Minnesota forest helps predict climate change scenarios
Researchers come to the forest to study how different degrees of global warming might impact the world's northern forests.
The $29 billion plan to save Texas' coast from rising tides
The plan would be the largest infrastructure project in the nation and take up to 20 years to complete.
Climate change threatens cactuses
The cactus is known for being able to thrive in some of the driest and hottest climates, but a new study estimates in the 30 years, global warming will put 60% of the world's cactuses at greater risk of extinction. Michiel Pillet, a member of the IUCN Species Survival Commission, joins CBS News to discuss the threat and what it means for our ecosystem.
10 Earth Day facts that might surprise you
This Earth Day, test your environmental knowledge with these questions to see just how much you know.
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Inmate who failed to opt for gas chamber set for lethal injection
The gas chamber hasn't been used in the U.S. in more than two decades. Clarence Dixon is slated to be put to death by lethal injection May 11 for the 1977 murder of Arizona State University student Deana Bowdoin.
"Rust" production fined for safety violations
The production company for ""Rust"" was fined nearly $140,000 for alleged safety failures after cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot by actor Alec Baldwin on set.
Unruly passenger exited American Airlines flight emergency slide first
Cynthia McKnight was arrested and all other passengers on the plane were rebooked.
21 charged in alleged $149 million COVID-19 fraud schemes
Physicians, marketers and medical businesses across nine U.S. federal districts are among those facing charges.
Armed suspects take $70K of money and jewelry in brazen L.A. robbery
Following a dip in follow-home robberies in March, there has been a considerable uptick in April, police reported last week.
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Commercial station crew stuck in space awaiting better splashdown weather
Trouble getting the Axiom-1 crew back to Earth triggers domino-like delays for upcoming missions.
NASA outlines repair options for moon rocket
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Rapidly growing black hole may be a "missing link" to origins of universe
Scientists say a "missing link" that helps to explain the mysteries of the birth of the universe has been hiding in plain sight.
How to watch the Lyrid meteor shower peak on Earth Day
Look up! Shooting stars are arriving as we celebrate our planet.
SpaceX launches secret payload for NRO
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4/20: Red and Blue
Russian forces continue offensive on Mariupol; GOP governors form task force on U.S.-Mexico border
Queen Elizabeth II turns 96
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II turns 96 on Thursday. CBS News contributor Simon Bates reflects back on her decades-long reign. And a reminder that Bates' opinions are his own and not necessarily reflective of CBS News.
SpaceWatch: NASA discovers rapidly growing black hole
NASA has identified a rapidly growing black hole that was long considered a critical "missing link" to the early universe. Dr. Jennifer Wiseman, a senior astrophysicist at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, joins CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the latest discovery.
DOJ appeals travel mask mandate ruling
The Justice Department has moved to reinstate the travel mask mandate at the request of the CDC. Meanwhile, for travelers who are immunocompromised or who have young, unvaccinated children, the end of travel mask mandates is a frightening change. Errol Barnett has more.
Ukrainian journalist discusses crisis in Ukraine
Intense fighting is underway in Ukraine's port city of Mariupol. One Ukrainian commander says the city may only survive a few more days, or even hours. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports from Kyiv. Then Ukrainian journalist and CEO of Mariupolskoe TV Nick Osychenko joins CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the crisis.