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Woman wanted in cyclist's killing arrested
A Texas yoga teacher accused of gunning down her boyfriend's alleged lover is facing deportation to the U.S. Kaitlin Armstrong was arrested in Costa Rica after a six-week international manhunt in connection to the death of 25-year-old professional cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson.
Mississippi moms seek answers in unsolved cases
Mothers in Jackson, Mississippi, are waiting for answers in their children's murder cases. Margie Allen said police told her to "go solve my own crime." Jim Axelrod shares more.
German leader: Putin ready for long war in Ukraine
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz revealed in an exclusive interview with Margaret Brennan that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to wage war in Ukraine for "a long time." He also said even though Putin "will not really admit it," he "understands the deep impacts of our sanctions on his economy."
Crash kills 4 in suspected smuggling case
Four people died and three were critically injured after a vehicle carrying migrants across the U.S.-Mexico border crashed into a parked tractor-trailer in Encinal, Texas. It comes days after 53 migrants died from being trapped inside a hot tractor-trailer in San Antonio. Omar Villafranca reports.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson makes history
In a historic day, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in as the 116th justice and first Black woman on the nation's highest court. It follows a divisive term during which the court overturned Roe v. Wade. Jan Crawford has more.
Flight cancellations prompt fears of travel chaos
The holiday rush is underway — with nearly 48 million Americans hitting the road or heading to airports for the Fourth of July weekend. Airlines and travelers are preparing for another hectic holiday weekend amid a national pilot shortage. Errol Barnett has the latest.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for June 30, 2022
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Scholz: Putin could wage long war in Ukraine
Scholz made the comments in an interview with CBS News "Face the Nation" moderator and chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan at the NATO summit in Madrid.
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Travelers, airlines gear up for potential cancellations over holiday weekend
Cancellations are stacking up once again this holiday weekend as U.S. airlines struggle to serve their own customers.
Supreme Court's conservatives assert control as momentous term ends
The Supreme Court's conservative majority exerted its power across a term marked by major decisions on abortion, the Second Amendment and religious rights.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court's EPA ruling "extremely dangerous" for climate, activists say
The court "took a sledgehammer to one of EPA's most important tools," one climate advocate said.
4 dead, 3 critically injured following car chase with suspected human smuggler in Texas
Four people are dead and three critically injured after a driver suspected of human smuggling crashed into a truck on Interstate 35 in Encinal, Texas, authorities said.
Couple who died in tractor-trailer headed to U.S. for a "different life"
As families began to confirm their worst fears, a common narrative of pursuing a better life took shape from Honduras to Mexico.
German chancellor says Putin is ready to wage Ukraine war for "a long time"
CBS News' "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in an exclusive interview in Madrid.
Texas woman accused of killing cyclist is arrested in Costa Rica
Kaitlin Marie Armstrong, 34, was arrested Wednesday at a Costa Rica hostel, the Marshals Service said
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Eye on America: Protecting ecosystems, and more
We meet a group of scientists in Colorado innovating ways to protect the nation's food supply. And travel to Georgia to see the legacy of schools that educated African American in the segregated south. Then visit Cape Canaveral to pay tribute to the Apollo 1 crew we lost 55 years ago. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: A look at gun violence and more
We take a look at the devastating toll of gun violence and a program in Atlanta trying to stop it. Then we visit the Lincoln Memorial to honor its role in social change. And we travel to Michigan to see how policing is changing in cities across America. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: Veterans mental health, and more
We speak with a group of female veterans raising awareness about their mental health struggles. And get an inside look at a controversial approach to the nation's drug epidemic. Then we visit Florida, where a once thriving oyster population is threatened by climate change. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: "Faces of COVID" and more
We take you coast to coast, sharing stories of unity and innovation bringing our nation together. We meet one man who started an online community memorializing thousands of COVID victims. And then we introduce you to the nationwide initiative helping the beauty industry go green. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America.
Eye on America: Fighting overdoses, and more
We bring you stories of Americans making a positive impact on their communities, including a look at the fight against drug overdoses. Then we meet parents in Texas facing the baby formula shortage. And to Montana where the lives of wolves are at stake. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
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Norah O'Donnell Interviews Katy Perry
"Person to Person" with Norah O'Donnell brings us the most intimate type of interview — going beyond the headlines through thoughtful conversation. In this episode, O'Donnell sits down with Katy Perry to talk about her career and residency in Las Vegas. The superstar opens up about motherhood, life before fame, and what’s next for her.
Norah O'Donnell interviews "Ted Lasso" cast
"Person to Person" with Norah O'Donnell brings viewers the most intimate type of interview — going beyond the headlines through thoughtful conversation. In this episode, O'Donnell sits down with the cast of "Ted Lasso" for often laugh-out-loud-funny interviews. She speaks with Hannah Waddingham and Brett Goldstein about the show's success and what they bring to their characters and attends a soccer match in West London with breakout stars Brendan Hunt, Toheeb Jimoh and Kola Bokinni.
Norah O'Donnell interviews Robin Arzón
"Person to Person" with Norah O'Donnell brings viewers the most intimate type of interview — going beyond the headlines through thoughtful conversation. In this episode, O'Donnell sits down with Peloton's head instructor Robin Arzón to talk about her fitness journey, near-death experience, motherhood and more. Arzón brings to "Person to Person" the inspiration she's known for on the bike and the treadmill.
Norah O'Donnell interviews Brené Brown
"Person to Person" with Norah O'Donnell brings viewers the most intimate type of interview — going beyond the headlines through thoughtful conversation. In this episode, O'Donnell sits down with best-selling author Brené Brown about her new book "Atlas of the Heart," which maps out the language people use to describe emotions. The two discuss vulnerability as a strength and why the ability to identify feelings can give someone power over their emotions.
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COVID vaccinations begin for children under 5
Some parents are relieved their young children can finally get vaccinated against COVID-19. But doctors are concerned that millions won't be vaccinated. Elise Preston takes a look.
FDA authorizes COVID vaccines for youngest children
The Food and Drug Administration authorized COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as 6 months old. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must still sign off before kids under age 5 can receive the vaccines, which could happen within days.
COVID shots for young kids could be available in days
Food and Drug Administration advisers have signed off on COVID-19 shots for children 5 and younger. The vaccine still needs final authorization from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Meg Oliver has the latest.
FDA panel votes to recommend Novavax COVID shot
A panel of Food and Drug Administration advisers voted to advance a COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax. The shot still needs FDA approval.
Hospital studying long-term impacts of COVID in kids
Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., is conducting a three-year study to learn more about the long-term effects of COVID in kids. Young patients said they had a hard time doing everyday activities after testing positive. Jericka Duncan has more.
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Paralyzed in a hockey game, he vowed to walk across stage at graduation
"If I set [my mind to do] something, I'm going to do what it takes to get to it," Jake Thibeault said.
Trailblazing play-by-play announcer shows representation matters to girls
"A lot of young girls are looking up to her," an 11-year-old girl said.
Afghan musician has emotional reunion with family years after fleeing Taliban
Baset Azizi fled Afghanistan as a young trumpet player as hard-liners sought to ban Western music and punish players.
Taps Across America brings nation together to remember the fallen
Musicians across the U.S. came together to honor the fallen on Memorial Day.
Cat reunited with owners 16 years after running away
A few weeks ago, a woman who had been feeding a stray cat brought it into the vet with a bad injury. It was about to be put down, but a microchip saved its life.
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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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Cheney spars with GOP challengers over 2020 election, Jan. 6 in first debate
Rep. Liz Cheney found herself aligned with her four challengers on a few points but disagreed with them on issues like the legitimacy of the Jan. 6 committee and of the 2020 presidential election.
Navy finds Hawaii water crisis worsened by "failure of on-scene leadership"
A new Navy investigation concluded ineffective leadership soon after fuel leaks from Red Hill fuel storage facility led to contamination of drinking water in Hawaii.
Big Ten votes to add USC, UCLA starting in 2024
Losing flagship schools like USC and UCLA will be a major blow to the Pac-12, which has had a long and amicable relationship with the Big Ten, best exemplified by its Rose Bowl partnership.
California to provide free health care to all low-income immigrants
The new program, which will take until 2024 to fully implement, will provide coverage for an additional 764,000 people.
Travelers, airlines gear up for potential cancellations over holiday weekend
Cancellations are stacking up once again this holiday weekend as U.S. airlines struggle to serve their own customers.
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California proposes using fossil fuels to avoid blackouts
Proposed energy bill would allow state to tap into gas-powered plants and diesel generators when hot weather strains grid.
Ben & Jerry's objects to sale of its ice cream in West Bank
Sale means brand will return to Israel and West Bank — with or without Vermont ice cream maker's support.
Home listings surge as some buyers are pushed to sidelines
With "more supply and somewhat less demand, the housing market is rebalancing," said one analyst.
Minimum wage in 20 states, cities and counties to rise July 1
The "vital" salary hikes come as the federal minimum wage has been stagnant for nearly 13 years.
Xerox CEO John Visentin dies unexpectedly at 59
Xerox officials said Visentin, who joined the company in 2018, died from "complications from an ongoing illness."
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Cheney spars with GOP challengers over 2020 election, Jan. 6 in first debate
Rep. Liz Cheney found herself aligned with her four challengers on a few points but disagreed with them on issues like the legitimacy of the Jan. 6 committee and of the 2020 presidential election.
Navy finds Hawaii water crisis worsened by "failure of on-scene leadership"
A new Navy investigation concluded ineffective leadership soon after fuel leaks from Red Hill fuel storage facility led to contamination of drinking water in Hawaii.
California to provide free health care to all low-income immigrants
The new program, which will take until 2024 to fully implement, will provide coverage for an additional 764,000 people.
Poll: Texans critical of law enforcement response to Uvalde massacre
About half say the shooting has made them more likely to support some gun restrictions, but partisan divides remain.
California proposes using fossil fuels to avoid blackouts
Proposed energy bill would allow state to tap into gas-powered plants and diesel generators when hot weather strains grid.
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Juvenile arthritis or growing pains?
Dr. Karen Onel, pediatric rheumatology chief, explains symptoms of stiffness and joint swelling to look for in children.
California to provide free health care to all low-income immigrants
The new program, which will take until 2024 to fully implement, will provide coverage for an additional 764,000 people.
1 dead, nearly two dozen sickened in listeria outbreak linked to Florida
One patient has died, and another suffered a pregnancy loss.
Dr. Celine Gounder on Omicron booster vaccine
Infectious disease specialist Dr. Celine Gounder joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the FDA panel's recommendation to update the COVID booster vaccine to target a form of Omicron. Plus, Dr. Gounder talks about the U.S. response to contain monkeypox.
These companies are covering travel costs for abortions
Bellwethers from finance, technology and retail industries are bankrolling workers who need to access reproductive services.
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Ben & Jerry's objects to sale of its ice cream in West Bank
Sale means brand will return to Israel and West Bank — with or without Vermont ice cream maker's support.
Couple who died in tractor-trailer headed to U.S. for a "different life"
As families began to confirm their worst fears, a common narrative of pursuing a better life took shape from Honduras to Mexico.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
7 WWI soldiers buried after remains found during pipeline construction
The evolution of DNA technology has allowed for the identification of more and more unknown soldiers from World War I.
"Terrified" South Sudanese beg for food as Ukraine war halts aid
"We just need food," said one desperate woman deprived of her humanitarian aid lifeline by Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine. "Tell them we are starving."
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Radio station plays Rage Against the Machine song for more than a day
The 1992 track, "Killing in the Name," was played on loop until at least Wednesday – but it is unclear who is behind the mysterious music marathon.
Malcolm Gladwell on podcast’s new season
Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell joins “CBS Mornings'' to discuss the seventh season of his podcast "Revisionist History." He talks about uncovering his family history and how his latest book is being adapted into a documentary series.
Queer artists are reclaiming religion for the kids they used to be
As movements like #exvangelicals continue to grow, CBS News spoke to three queer artists who have reclaimed elements of their religion in their art.
Mira Sorvino reflects on her career
Actress Mira Sorvino joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss her movie, "Most Guys Are Losers," her career and why "Romy" from “Romy and Michele's High School Reunion” is one of her favorite roles.
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Big Tech faces pressure on abortion cases
Tech companies are facing numerous questions on whether they will cooperate with law enforcement officials who may seek to prosecute abortions where the procedure is now banned. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has more on the pressures these companies are facing, including from their own employees.
Summer gadgets to help you stay cool
CNET Editorial Director Dan Ackerman joins “CBS Mornings” to share innovative technology that can help families beat the heat and save money this summer.
Instagram, Facebook ban abortion pill posts after Roe ruling
Memes and status updates explaining how women can legally obtain abortion pills in the mail have surged on the platforms.
Mark Cuban on new pharmacy website
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new online pharmacy's goals of disrupting the prescription drug industry and providing low-cost generic drugs.
Hackers swipe $100 million from blockchain bridge Harmony
Attack is the third major theft this year involving services that help users trade crypto across different blockchains.
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2022 wildfire season sparks to life
Dozens of wildfires were burning across the nation this week. Climate change is making these fires more frequent and intense, and the crews that fight them are feeling the toll. CBS News’ Ben Tracy sat down with Kelly Martin, president of the Grassroots Wildland Firefighters Association, to talk about what these brave firefighters go through.
West seeing "biblical" explosions of Mormon crickets and grasshoppers
Drought and warming temperatures - conditions favored by the insects - have fanned the outbreaks.
World's largest bacterium found in Caribbean swamp
Most bacteria are microscopic, but this one is so big it can be seen with the naked eye.
Scientists probe Japan's remarkable COVID success in hunt for new vaccine
While many factors likely boosted Japan's COVID resilience, researchers say a possible cellular-level advantage could help them create a new weapon against the virus.
DNA testing could help identify 2 victims of Tulsa Race Massacre
A search for the graves of massacre victims began in 2020 and resumed last year with nearly three dozen coffins containing remains of possible victims recovered.
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Crime Without Punishment | CBS Reports
In this CBS Reports documentary, Jim Axelrod peels back the curtain on a sobering reality of a justice system in crisis: For roughly half of the people murdered in America, no one is arrested for the crime.
Family of 11-year-old boy killed on Adventureland water ride sues park
Michael Jaramillo, 11, died when a raft carrying him and five other family members flipped over, trapping them underwater.
Woman wanted in cyclist's killing arrested
A Texas yoga teacher accused of gunning down her boyfriend's alleged lover is facing deportation to the U.S. Kaitlin Armstrong was arrested in Costa Rica after a six-week international manhunt in connection to the death of 25-year-old professional cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson.
Widow of truck driver killed in Amtrak collision files wrongful death suit
The suit says the crossing has "impaired 'sight triangles,'" an "excessively small crossing angle," and other impairments, including "sloped approaches, brush, trees and vegetation blocking a full view of oncoming trains in some quadrants."
Black and Hispanic murders are less likely to be solved. The reasons why are complicated.
New research by the CBS News Innovation Lab shows the likelihood of a murder being solved in the US is significantly lower when the victims are Black or Hispanic.
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SpaceX launches SES communications satellite
The SES-22 relay station is the first of six new satellites that will deliver TV, radio and data across the U.S.
First Mexican-born woman to go to space describes "fascinating" journey
"Seeing the Earth from the outside ... it really puts things into perspective," Katya Echazarreta said.
55-pound spacecraft heads to moon to test "halo" orbit for NASA
The solar-powered microwave oven-sized craft is a key part of the agency's Artemis moon program.
NASA delays Psyche asteroid mission
Depending on the results of an independent review, budget impacts and other factors, the Psyche mission could face cancellation.
NASA, SpaceX to assess potential Starship threat to Crew Dragon pad
An early Super Heavy-Starship failure could disrupt SpaceX astronaut fights to space station.
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The 31 deadliest jobs in America in 2022, ranked
If you work in one of these industries, you already know the risks.
The end of Roe v. Wade: America reacts
As abortion-rights activists mourned the end of an era, anti-abortion advocates celebrated a long-fought victory.
A closer look at the Nikki Kuhnhausen murder case
Inside the life of a teenage girl and how her disappearance inspired a movement.
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The Uplift: A trip to space and a thrift shop surprise
A 26-year-old makes history with a trip to space on a Blue Origin rocket. A woman buys a sculpture at a thrift store in Texas for $34.99 and learns it is an ancient Roman bust with a rich history. A teen spends his free time teaching seniors karate. Plus, our most viral good news videos of the week, on this episode of "The Uplift."
Biden claims U.S. inflation rate lower than other nations
President Biden Thursday said the U.S. is better positioned to deal with inflation than any other nation in the world. David Nelson, chief strategist of Belpointe Asset Management, joins CBS News' Ben Tracy to discuss the state of the economy.
Crime Without Punishment | CBS Reports
In this CBS Reports documentary, Jim Axelrod peels back the curtain on a sobering reality of a justice system in crisis: For roughly half of the people murdered in America, no one is arrested for the crime.
2022 wildfire season sparks to life
Dozens of wildfires were burning across the nation this week. Climate change is making these fires more frequent and intense, and the crews that fight them are feeling the toll. CBS News’ Ben Tracy sat down with Kelly Martin, president of the Grassroots Wildland Firefighters Association, to talk about what these brave firefighters go through.
Biden endorses changes to Senate filibuster
President Biden said Thursday he supports ending the Senate filibuster rules in order to codify abortion rights into law and protect privacy rights. Sean Sullivan, deputy politics editor for campaigns at the Washington Post, joined CBS News to discuss the president’s comments.