Cherry blossoms mark the beginning of spring
The cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., are at peak bloom at the beginning of spring. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell takes a look at the iconic flowering trees.
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Cherry blossoms mark the beginning of spring
The cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., are at peak bloom at the beginning of spring. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell takes a look at the iconic flowering trees.
Hyundai and Kia recall cars over fire risk
Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 500,000 vehicles and urging owners to park them outside because of fire risks.
Court rules shooter's parents can stand trial
An appeals court ruled that the parents of a shooter who killed four students at a Michigan school can face trial themselves for purchasing the gun used in the killings.
Dentist accused of poisoning wife charged
A Colorado dentist who is accused of poisoning his wife's drinks has been charged with murder. James Craig is accused of killing his wife, Angela, by lacing her protein shakes with arsenic and potassium cyanide.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
West Virginia town recovering 7 years after flood
White Sulpher Springs, West Virginia, has hosted 28 U.S. presidents and British royalty, thanks in part to its famous Greenbrier resort. But a 1,000-year flood in 2016 killed 13 people and nearly wiped the town off the map. Scott MacFarlane takes a look at how the town is recovering seven years later.
Denver school shooter's body found
The body of the student who shot two administrators at a Denver high school was found Wednesday night. One victim remains in serious condition while the other has been released from the hospital.
No decision on Trump indictment this week
A decision on whether or not to indict former President Trump will not come until next week at the earliest when a grand jury investigating alleged hush money payments will reconvene. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg hit back at GOP lawmakers demanding documents and testimony, saying they were "meddling" in the investigation. Robert Costa reports.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eyedrops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
West Virginia town with unexpected history rebuilding 7 years after food
The town's iconic resort has served as a safe haven in times of need, even before the 2016 flood.
TikTok CEO faces intense questioning from House panel amid calls for ban
CEO Shou Zi Chew struggled to convince skeptical lawmakers that the app protects user data as momentum builds for banning the app over national security concerns.
Southwest Airlines flight returns to airport after pilot becomes ill
The flight was headed from Las Vegas to Columbus, Ohio. A pilot from another carrier who happened to be on board helped the second Southwest pilot, who took the controls.
Two school administrators shot by student at Denver high school
Both victims were listed in serious condition, hospital officials told CBS News.
Could Trump still become president if he's charged with or convicted of a crime?
While charges against a former president would be unprecedented, there is nothing in the Constitution that prevents someone who has been charged or convicted from serving.
Federal Reserve hikes its key interest rate a quarter point
The U.S. central bank eases up its efforts to curb inflation amid concerns about banking industry risks.
Stephen Smith's death is being investigated as a homicide, officials confirm
The teenager's body was found on a rural road near the Murdaugh family's South Carolina estate in 2015.
Grand jury indicts the 10 people charged in Irvo Otieno's death
Three hospital employees and seven sheriff's deputies have been indicted on charges of second-degree murder.
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Eye on America: Earthquake protection and more
In Los Angeles, we see how thousands of buildings are undergoing mandatory retrofitting to help withstand the next big earthquake. And in Washington, D.C., we investigate why some LGBTQ veterans are still fighting for honorable discharges. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: AI technology and more
We sit down with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella for a peek at the very near future of artificial intelligence. And we learn money-saving tips to keep energy costs low along with a Connecticut homeowner. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: "Yellowstone" fans and more
We head to Texas to see how the hit TV show "Yellowstone'' is igniting the old western sport of cutting. And we look at ways parents can keep children safe from potential dangers on their cellphone. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: High grocery costs and more
We go from the market to the farm to find out why the cost of groceries remains high. And we visit San Diego to see how law enforcement is working to stop fentanyl from being smuggled into the country. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: Veterans' health benefits & more
The Department of Veterans Affairs is urging millions of veterans exposed to burn pits to file claims under expanded health coverage. And we share a laugh with comedian Sebastian Maniscalco about the pitfalls of parenting. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
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Norah O'Donnell interviews top military women
In this episode of "Person to Person with Norah O’Donnell," O’Donnell sits down with the four highest ranking women in the U.S. military to discuss learning lessons of resilience, battling discrimination with determination, and cultivating the next generation of leaders in the military.
Norah O'Donnell interviews Serena Williams
In this episode of Person to Person with Norah O'Donnell, O'Donnell sits down with Serena Williams to discuss her battle with migraines, what her life has been like after stepping back from tennis, and her unexpected superpower.
Norah O'Donnell interviews Dan Buettner
In this episode of Person to Person with Norah O'Donnell, O'Donnell sits down with Dan Buettner to talk about his new book "The Blue Zones American Kitchen" and the secrets of living longer.
Norah O'Donnell interviews Bono
In this episode of "Person to Person with Norah O'Donnell," O'Donnell travels to Dublin to talk to U2 frontman Bono about his new book "Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story." Bono opens up about how the Irish rock band stayed together for decades, his relationship with his father, and going to therapy. Ali Hewson, Bono's wife of 40 years, also sits down with O'Donnell for a rare interview about their relationship.
Norah O'Donnell interviews Drew Barrymore
In this episode of "Person to Person with Norah O'Donnell," O'Donnell sits down with Drew Barrymore to talk about the new season of "The Drew Barrymore Show," the best advice she's ever gotten, and dancing in the rain.
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Detroit artist wrongfully imprisoned for decades becomes unlikely art phenom
Richard Phillips was arrested for murder in 1971 and exonerated in 2018 after 46 years of wrongful incarceration.
Mom goes back to college to honor last promise to husband killed in Iraq War
Tiffany Eckert might be America's most unlikely sorority sister.
A cemetery posted a personal ad for a goose whose mate died. It worked.
An employee posted an ad for a "lonely, widowed domestic goose" who was "youthful, adventurous and lively," and was stunned by the response.
High school football star Malachi Coleman uses fame to help foster kids
Malachi Coleman "was a broken kid." Now he's using his name, image and likeness to help kids in foster care.
After attempted break-in, victim saw opportunity to change young man's life
Ralph Rodriguez didn't want to add another young man to the prison rolls. Instead, he helped the young man.
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Security ramps up ahead of possible Trump arrest; Fisk University competes as first HBCU with women's gymnastics team
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New York officials brace as possible Trump indictment looms; Cast of "Ted Lasso" visits White House to discuss importance of mental health
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Trump calls for protests as possible arrest looms; Cal Worthington's iconic California car dealerships end business after 40 years
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ICC issues arrest warrant for Putin for Ukraine war crimes; After being wrongly imprisoned for 46 years, Detroit artist achieves great success
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Military has failed to address domestic violence, survivors say
Roughly 100,000 incidents of domestic abuse have been reported to the military since 2015, a two-year investigation by CBS News found.
Air Force failed to address domestic violence, survivor says
Emily Brearley says the military didn't keep her safe — they promoted her partner instead.
Domestic abuse survivors say they couldn't get help despite Pentagon program
The lack of support for survivors is a story CBS News heard repeatedly during its two-year investigation into domestic violence in the military.
Military's domestic violence crisis compounded after 20 years of war
Captain Tony Hosein, a former Army attorney, said there was a cycle of deployment, post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol abuse, then domestic abuse.
Fighter pilots recall mission to take down Flight 93 on 9/11
Two fighter pilots scrambled into their F-16s on 9/11, knowing that it might be their last mission.
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2 moms sue hospitals, claiming poppy seeds led to failed drug tests
The ACLU filed separate lawsuits on behalf of the two New Jersey mothers, who both claim they ate everything bagels the mornings of their failed tests.
U.S., Canada expand deal to reroute asylum-seekers
The agreement will allow both countries to turn away asylum-seekers who crossed the U.S.-Canada border without legal permission.
State Department facing "unprecedented demand" for passports, Blinken says
A record number of passports — 22 million — were issued in 2022. The State Department is "on track to break" that record in 2023.
House intel panel chairman says ban or sale of TikTok appears inevitable
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner told CBS News a divestiture, ban or something to that effect will need to happen.
West Virginia town with unexpected history rebuilding 7 years after flood
The town's iconic resort has served as a safe haven in times of need, even before the 2016 flood.
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Disney World raising minimum wage to $18 an hour by year-end
Labor pact will hike the pay of thousands of costumed performers, theatrical workers and other employees at the theme park.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
North Carolina approves Medicaid expansion, reversing its long opposition
The Republican-controlled North Carolina legislature has given final approval to a Medicaid expansion agreement.
Short seller accuses Jack Dorsey's Block of fraud
Shares of the payment company, formerly known as Square, plunged after Hindenburg Research accused it of facilitating crimes.
MIT scientists explore the best way to split an Oreo
Researchers say the findings on how the creme in the popular cookie flows has applications in food science.
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State Department facing "unprecedented demand" for passports, Blinken says
A record number of passports — 22 million — were issued in 2022. The State Department is "on track to break" that record in 2023.
House intel panel chairman says ban or sale of TikTok appears inevitable
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner told CBS News a divestiture, ban or something to that effect will need to happen.
Mother of Ashli Babbitt meets with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy
She met Thursday with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, in his Capitol office suite — steps away from where her daughter was shot.
Top Arizona court declines most of Kari Lake's appeal
The Arizona Supreme Court has declined much of Republican Kari Lake's appeal over her loss in the governor's race.
John Fetterman expected to return to Senate "soon," but no timeline yet
A spokesperson said Fetterman is getting better and that the recovery is going well.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
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Track and field's governing body excludes transgender women from female events
The ruling will go into effect on March 31, which is also the Transgender Day of Visibility.
American tourist disappears while visiting ancient Mayan city
Raymond Vincent Ashcroft was last seen at Guatemala's famed cultural site on Feb. 3, authorities said.
Man accused in U.K. of streaming castrations on "eunuch maker" website
Prosecutors say nine men allegedly earned about $246,000 from the subscription-based website streaming the extreme "body modifications."
Possible Jackson Pollock painting discovered in Bulgaria police raid
Authorities say Pollock may have given the large painting to Hollywood star Lauren Bacall before it ended up in the late dictator Nicolae Ceausescu's collection.
Who is Shou Zi Chew? What to know about the TikTok CEO
The TikTok CEO, a former Goldman Sachs banker and Harvard grad, is on the hot seat as lawmakers consider banning the app.
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Disney World raising minimum wage to $18 an hour by year-end
Labor pact will hike the pay of thousands of costumed performers, theatrical workers and other employees at the theme park.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
Gisele Bündchen breaks silence on divorce from Tom Brady
Months after their divorce was announced, Gisele Bündchen spoke with Vanity Fair about her marriage to now-retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady.
Doctor testifies Gwyneth Paltrow ski collision left man with lasting brain injuries
A neuropsychologist who treated 76-year-old Terry Sanderson accused Paltrow's lawyers of planting "red herrings" to mislead the jury.
Brandy and Paolo Montalban reprising "Cinderella" roles
Brandy became the first Black actress to play Cinderella in a movie, and 26 years later, she is reprising the iconic role alongside her prince.
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TikTok CEO grilled on Capitol Hill
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew faced tough questions from a House panel Thursday as he sought to convince lawmakers the social media platform is not an arm of the Chinese government that's being used to spy on Americans. Nikole Killion reports on the contentious hearing.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for March 23, 2023
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
TikTok CEO testifies on Capitol Hill
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is testifying on Capitol Hill today before the House Energy and Commerce Committee. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins Errol Barnett and Meg Oliver to discuss what's being said in the hearing, as well as the findings of a new CBS News poll about Americans' view of the app.
Who is Shou Zi Chew? What to know about the TikTok CEO
The TikTok CEO, a former Goldman Sachs banker and Harvard grad, is on the hot seat as lawmakers consider banning the app.
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Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
New "giant" trapdoor spider species discovered in Australia
Researchers have called it a "big, beautiful species."
Inside the largely unregulated market for bodies donated to science
Every year, an estimated 20,000 people donate their bodies to science for the purpose of medical research and education. But unlike organ donation, these body parts can be bought and sold for profit.
Scientists offer new explanation for mysterious 2017 interstellar visitor
"We'll never know for sure what 'Oumuamua was -- we lost our chance," said the co-author of the new study.
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Court rules shooter's parents can stand trial
An appeals court ruled that the parents of a shooter who killed four students at a Michigan school can face trial themselves for purchasing the gun used in the killings.
Dentist accused of poisoning wife charged
A Colorado dentist who is accused of poisoning his wife's drinks has been charged with murder. James Craig is accused of killing his wife, Angela, by lacing her protein shakes with arsenic and potassium cyanide.
Woman's fiance charged with murder 12 years after she went missing
Skeletal remains identified as Markham's were found in 2013 in a wooded area in Cedar Grove, Indiana, about 20 miles west of her home in Fairfield, Ohio.
Missing Washington mother and daughter found dead, police say
On Wednesday, Vancouver Police discovered what they believe to be the bodies of 27-year-old Meshay Melendez and her 7-year-old daughter Layla Stewart.
Colorado dentist charged with first-degree murder for allegedly poisoning wife
Craig allegedly poisoned his wife by lacing her pre-workout shakes with arsenic, the arrest affidavit said.
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3D printed rocket blasts off but fails to reach orbit on maiden flight
While the Terran 1 rocket didn't reach orbit, builder Relativity Space says it achieved major objectives.
Large asteroid to fly between Earth and the moon on Saturday
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
Five planets will align across the night sky near the end of March
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align right before the end of the month.
Mystery solved after strange streaks of light seen in California sky
The flaming bits of wreckage created a "spectacular light show" and were going thousands of miles per hour, an astronomer said.
Scientists discover volcanic activity on Venus
NASA's Magellan spacecraft collected images of the planet's surface between 1990 and 1992, and researchers recently searched that data to study the possible activity of the volcanoes in the terrain.
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Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped.
World News Roundup's 85th anniversary
America's longest-running news broadcast program celebrates three-quarters of a century on the air
Young witness found herself at the scene of a crime
What Angelina Fernandes saw the night her mother was accused of murder.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
Michelle Renee case evidence: Kidnapped and threatened with dynamite
A look into the evidence from the 2000 hostage situation and bank robbery that changed a mother and daughter's lives.
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Body Brokers | CBS Reports
In this eye-opening documentary, CBS Reports goes inside the $100 million market where bodies donated to science are bought and sold for profit.
Mental health concerns among college students
A report released by Gallup and Lumina Foundation on Thursday found that emotional stress and personal mental health were the top two reasons undergraduates in 2022 considered withdrawing from school for at least one term -- ranking ahead of cost, course difficulty or physical health. Psychiatrist Dr. Jessi Gold joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Biden travels to Canada to meet Trudeau
President Biden has traveled north to shore up relations with Canada, one of America's strongest allies. "Prime Time" host John Dickerson speaks with Eric Farnsworth, vice president of the Council of the Americas, about Mr. Biden's agenda and tensions between the two nations.
Congress concerned over TikTok security risks
TikTok's CEO faced congressional lawmakers for the first time, but members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee remain concerned about the app's national security risks. Jamil Jaffer, founder and executive director at the National Security Institute and former associate White House counsel to President George W. Bush, joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
Biden's agenda in Canada
President Biden arrived in Canada on Thursday with a focus on some big world challenges including the war in Ukraine, climate change and migration. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joined John Dickerson on Prime Time to discuss the trip's agenda.