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Rising import costs are squeezing small businesses. Many say it feels just like the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
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Reporter's Notebook: Tariffs echo COVID
Rising import costs are squeezing small businesses. Many say it feels just like the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Explaining Trump's foreign policy moves
The White House announced it has signed a rare minerals deal with Ukraine as talks to end Russia's war there have stalled. But negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program are moving forward. Jon Alterman, director of the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss.
Workers still waiting on Trump's tip promise
Congressional budget writers are trying to put the final framework together on President Trump's massive $4.5 trillion tax cut plan. But finding the additional spending cuts is proving difficult. Andres Gutierrez reports that service workers are worried Trump's touted no tax on tips plan could be off the menu.
Is FDA raising the bar on booster shots?
The Food and Drug Administration was set to release new guidance on COVID booster shots ahead of the fall season, but that's now in question. Dr. Celine Gounder explains what's at stake.
Historic sex abuse settlement reached
Los Angeles County officials approved a historic $4 billion agreement to settle thousands of alleged sex abuse cases. Elise Preston has details.
Unpacking release of student detained by ICE
Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian Columbia University student who had been detained by immigration authorities when he went to his U.S. citizenship interview, has been released after a federal judge's order in Vermont. Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more, plus the latest on the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Looking back at fall of Saigon 50 years later
CBS News revisits the fall of Saigon, 50 years after the last U.S. troops left Vietnam.
Horse trainer behind Kentucky Derby favorite
Now may be a tough time for journalism -- unless you're a horse, Journalism is your name and you're favored to win the Kentucky Derby. And Michael McCarthy, Journalism's trainer, has been in the game long enough to know horses like this don't come along very often. Jim Axelrod reports.
Ozempic ingredient may reverse liver disease
There could be a new use for semaglutide, the main ingredient of weight loss and diabetes drugs Wegovy and Ozempic. Dr. Jon LaPook explains a study sponsored by the drugmaker found it could treat a common liver disease by reducing inflammation and scarring.
Supreme Court hears charter school case
The Supreme Court heard arguments in an Oklahoma case involving the separation of church and state. The justices are weighing whether to allow what would be the nation's first publicly-funded religious charter school. Jan Crawford has details.
What's behind the surge in new car sales
As tariffs threaten to raise the price of new cars, Americans are racing to the showrooms. Kris Van Cleave reports they're trying to beat the price hikes.
Why the U.S. economy shrank in the first quarter
U.S. economic growth slowed sharply in the first quarter of 2025 as businesses rushed to stockpile goods ahead of President Trump's sweeping tariff policies. Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Vegas workers still waiting on Trump to fulfill promise to end taxes on tips
Nevada has the highest concentration of tipped workers in the country, and many say they're struggling to keep up with inflation.
U.S. vehicle sales surge as buyers hope to beat tariff hikes
March saw new car sales rise nationwide, jumping more than 17% from February and nearly 12% from March of last year.
U.S. border town paying an economic toll for Trump's trade war with Canada
Nothing is normal these days in Point Roberts, one of the only American towns you have to go through Canada to reach.
Saltwater intrusion in Mississippi River threatens livelihoods
Researchers say drought, sea level rise, severe storms and dredging are partly to blame for the increased in frequency and swatch of saltwater intrusion.
15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
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Horse trainer behind Kentucky Derby favorite
Now may be a tough time for journalism -- unless you're a horse, Journalism is your name and you're favored to win the Kentucky Derby. And Michael McCarthy, Journalism's trainer, has been in the game long enough to know horses like this don't come along very often. Jim Axelrod reports.
Gulf coast marks 15 years since BP oil spill
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the Gulf Coast when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded offshore, causing 134 million gallons to gush into the water. Mark Strassmann reports on the ongoing recovery.
Eye on America: New Orleans Superdome turns 50
In Louisiana, we examine the legacy of the Superdome, which has been a key pillar of New Orleans’ identity for the past 50 years. And in Pennsylvania, we learn how the nation’s oldest opera house is working to make the art form more relevant and accessible to younger audiences. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
NFL Draft could bring millions to Green Bay
An estimated 250,000 fans are expected to flood Green Bay, Wisconsin, for the NFL Draft. Omar Villafranca has more.
Nuclear waste haunts Missouri community
Nuclear waste from the development of the first atomic bomb in the 1940s became a ticking bomb in the St. Louis area. Now, one woman is on a mission to see that it is cleaned up. Skyler Henry reports.
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Hundreds of car collectors come together to support bullied Alabama boy
When a mother who was desperate to show her son that people care and life can be joyful put out a small request on social media, hundreds of muscle car drivers heeded the call.
When a beloved doctor couldn't afford treatment, his patients came to his aid
When Dr. Michael Zollicoffer was diagnosed with two types of cancer, his patients started a crowdfunding campaign that raised more than $100,000.
How an Idaho boy's ninth birthday wish struck an entirely different tone
When Grant Mullen's parents asked him what he wanted for his ninth birthday, they were pleasantly surprised by the answer.
His dream of playing basketball in the U.S. helped him find a second family
Ama Sow moved to Pennsylvania to fulfill his basketball dreams. But when his school closed unexpectedly, he was left penniless and homeless. That's when a local family opened their home to him.
Married nearly 7 decades, these lovebirds still say "I do" every night
On this Valentine's Day, here is a story of 94-year-old Don Barnett and his 93-year-old wife Marilyn, who have kept their love alive for 68 years with a musical elixir.
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Reporter's Notebook: MLK Jr.'s last speech
Martin Luther King Jr.'s last speech eerily foreshadowed his death, but a passage about stepping up to help others is often missed. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump's tax cuts
The Senate is considering extending President Trump's tax cuts from 2017, at a cost of $4.5 trillion over the next decade. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson examines the budget question.
Reporter's Notebook: The cost of defying Trump
A Social Security contract in Maine was abruptly canceled -- not to root out waste, fraud or abuse, but to punish a governor who defied President Trump. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the ramifications.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump's "Liberation Day"
The White House calls new tariffs a path to economic liberation, but shifting justifications raise questions about their true impact. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: When history meets politics
Last week, President Trump signed an executive order calling for "sanity and truth" in American history, directing the Smithsonian and national landmarks to present it in a favorable light. Can history be simultaneously sane, true, and positive? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson gives his take.
Reporter's Notebook: Defense secretary feared leak
Trump administration officials have tried to downplay the seriousness of group texts inadvertently shared with Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth even suggesting the story is a hoax. But the messages themselves reveal internal concerns about the risk of leaks. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Cost of skipping safeguards
Two-factor authentication can be annoying but is also important -- whether it's protecting email or the principles of democracy. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson contemplates the consequences of forgoing safeguards.
Reporter's Notebook: Patrick Henry's warning
Founding father Patrick Henry opposed the Constitution with the passion he once used to ignite revolution -- this time, fearing the presidency itself could become an absolute tyranny. John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: A social media experiment
Ever feel like social media is a rigged experiment--and we're the subject? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Nature's happiness report
The happiness report is here again. No, not the annual global ranking of happiness that was just released. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the arrival of spring.
Trump reiterates call to impeach federal judge
On Tuesday, Chief Justice John Roberts issued a statement pushing back against President Trump's call to impeach a federal judge who had ruled against the Trump administration in a deportation case. However, on Wednesday, Mr. Trump reiterated his call for impeaching the judge. John Dickerson has more.
Reporter's Notebook: Welcome home astronauts
"CBS News Evening" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams' return home from space after their trip was extended far past its original plan.
Reporter's Notebook: Economic turbulence
President Trump has promised a little light turbulence. "A little bit of an adjustment period," is what he called it in the joint address to Congress. Consumers are feeling something different. John Dickerson explains.
Is Trump's sweeping firings an abuse of power?
The government must follow certain rules. Not lying is one of them. Two federal judges sent that message to the Trump administration this week when they ordered it to rehire employees fired for what the administration said was poor performance. John Dickerson has more.
Reporter's notebook: The Swiss cheese model
Renowned psychology professor James Reason, who popularized what is known as the Swiss cheese model, has died. Mistakes, Reason theorized, were really a series of vulnerabilities lining up, like a single hole might in a stack of individual slices of Swiss cheese. John Dickerson explains.
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Vegas workers still waiting on Trump to fulfill promise to end taxes on tips
Nevada has the highest concentration of tipped workers in the country, and many say they're struggling to keep up with inflation.
Bill Belichick responds after CBS interview generated scrutiny
Belichick's statement comes after segments of the interview posted to social media focused attention on the 73-year-old's relationship with his girlfriend, 24-year-old Jordon Hudson.
White House touts corporate promises to invest big bucks in the U.S.
President Trump's economic policies are spurring companies to make hefty investments in the U.S., White House says.
On this date: 1975 – The Fall of Saigon
Fifty years ago, in the chaotic final hours of the Vietnam War, American pilots pulled off the largest helicopter evacuation in history from the American Embassy in Saigon. Hear never-before-released radio transmissions of the operation.
Some Publishers Clearing House customers set to collect refund. Here's why.
Publishers Clearing House will pay $18.5 million to nearly 282,000 customers who regulators say were deceived by the sweepstakes company.
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Vegas workers still waiting on Trump to fulfill promise to end taxes on tips
Nevada has the highest concentration of tipped workers in the country, and many say they're struggling to keep up with inflation.
U.S. vehicle sales surge as buyers hope to beat tariff hikes
March saw new car sales rise nationwide, jumping more than 17% from February and nearly 12% from March of last year.
White House touts corporate promises to invest big bucks in the U.S.
President Trump's economic policies are spurring companies to make hefty investments in the U.S., White House says.
Some Publishers Clearing House customers set to collect refund. Here's why.
Publishers Clearing House will pay $18.5 million to nearly 282,000 customers who regulators say were deceived by the sweepstakes company.
Trump says trade policies may mean children have fewer toys that cost more
"Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know?" President Trump said Wednesday.
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Vegas workers still waiting on Trump to fulfill promise to end taxes on tips
Nevada has the highest concentration of tipped workers in the country, and many say they're struggling to keep up with inflation.
U.S. and Ukraine sign minerals deal, Treasury Department announces
The U.S. and Ukraine have signed an economic development deal including access to rare earths minerals, the Treasury Department announced.
White House touts corporate promises to invest big bucks in the U.S.
President Trump's economic policies are spurring companies to make hefty investments in the U.S., White House says.
Trump says trade policies may mean children have fewer toys that cost more
"Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know?" President Trump said Wednesday.
Maine lawmaker censured for Facebook post asks Supreme Court to intervene
State Rep. Laurel Libby said she has not been allowed to vote in the Maine House of Representatives since she was censured for a Facebook post criticizing the state's policy on transgender athletes.
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Diabetes deaths fall to lowest levels in years, in early CDC figures
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
6 stretches to try for a better night sleep
Stretching can be a beneficial step to add to your bedtime routine, experts say. Here are some moves to consider.
FDA chief looking at whether to approve COVID shots for next winter
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary said there is a "void of data" on the COVID booster shots.
Life expectancy in the South changed little in the 20th century, study finds
A new study from researchers at the Yale School of Public Health found major disparities in life expectancy between individual U.S. states.
FDA to undo some layoffs, after cuts to inspections and drug safety
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
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U.S. and Ukraine sign minerals deal, Treasury Department announces
The U.S. and Ukraine have signed an economic development deal including access to rare earths minerals, the Treasury Department announced.
King Charles reflects on cancer experience, hosts event for charities at palace
King Charles III hosted an event at Buckingham Palace Wednesday to laud the "extraordinary work" of cancer charities.
Hidden trove of gold treasure worth over $340,000 found by hikers
The hikers found the stash of gold coins and metal pieces in two containers on the edge of an overgrown forest.
Satellite launches on mission to "weigh" the world's 1.5 trillion trees
The European Space Agency's Biomass satellite is currently in orbit over the Amazon rainforest.
Bodies found in mass grave had "bullets in the heads," officials say
Graves unearthed in northern Greece contain bones widely believed to be from victims of the country's civil war in the late 1940s.
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Bill Belichick responds after CBS interview generated scrutiny
Belichick's statement comes after segments of the interview posted to social media focused attention on the 73-year-old's relationship with his girlfriend, 24-year-old Jordon Hudson.
Geena Davis confronts childhood teasing and self-doubt in new children's book
In her debut children's book, "The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page," Geena Davis shares how feeling out of place helped her craft a story about finding confidence.
Marshall Allen reflects on his journey through jazz
At 100 years old, Marshall Allen is still playing jazz music on tour. He spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his journey and advice for emerging musicians.
Jaleel White talks new game show
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Samantha Bee on menopause, new Audible show
Comedian and commentator Samantha Bee joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her one-woman show, inspired by her own experience with menopause and the lack of honest conversation around it.
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Study: Cancer falsities outperform facts online
When it comes to information related to cancer, misinformation shared on social media often has more reach than medical facts, according to a study published in the American Cancer Society Journals. Dr. Stacy Loeb, one of the study's authors, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
House passes "Take it Down Act," sending revenge porn bill to Trump
First lady Melania Trump made a rare public appearance to advocate for the bill's passage earlier this year.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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IBM announces $150 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing, research
IBM announces $150 billion investment in U.S. which it says will fuel economic growth, create U.S. jobs.
YouTube turns 20: From cat videos to AI
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15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
Remains of 5,000-year-old "elite woman" found at former garbage dump
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A massive brood of cicadas will soon emerge. Here's what to know.
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"Bone collector" caterpillar disguises itself in the remains of its prey
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Trump admin fast-tracks fossil fuel projects, angering environmentalists
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High schoolers could face felonies over hazing
A group of high school lacrosse players accused of staging an extreme hazing ritual are facing an ultimatum. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Concern about public safety spending cuts
Crime is down across the country compared to the same time last year, according to new data from hundreds of law enforcement agencies nationwide. But experts who track crime are now concerned that cuts to federal funding could undermine those gains. Jeff Asher, co-founder of AH Datalytics, joined CBS News to discuss.
Network leaders, "War" and "Trippy," charged over alleged child exploitation
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Teen arrested after 3 people shot dead at hair salon in Sweden
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Satellite launches on mission to "weigh" the world's 1.5 trillion trees
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
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NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
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Reporter's Notebook: Tariffs echo COVID
Rising import costs are squeezing small businesses. Many say it feels just like the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Explaining Trump's foreign policy moves
The White House announced it has signed a rare minerals deal with Ukraine as talks to end Russia's war there have stalled. But negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program are moving forward. Jon Alterman, director of the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss.
Workers still waiting on Trump's tip promise
Congressional budget writers are trying to put the final framework together on President Trump's massive $4.5 trillion tax cut plan. But finding the additional spending cuts is proving difficult. Andres Gutierrez reports that service workers are worried Trump's touted no tax on tips plan could be off the menu.
Is FDA raising the bar on booster shots?
The Food and Drug Administration was set to release new guidance on COVID booster shots ahead of the fall season, but that's now in question. Dr. Celine Gounder explains what's at stake.
Historic sex abuse settlement reached
Los Angeles County officials approved a historic $4 billion agreement to settle thousands of alleged sex abuse cases. Elise Preston has details.