James Fallows on the message from Joe Biden's inauguration
The Atlantic writer says the new president's inaugural address speaks to an ever-growing nation's resolve and will to succeed in the face of cruel obstacles and divisiveness.
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Firefighter's sign language Pledge was homage to her late father
Georgia fire captain Andrea Hall delivered the Pledge of Allegiance on Inauguration Day — in spoken word and in American Sign Language.
Thousands of Guard troops will remain in D.C. through mid-March
About 7,000 National Guard troops are currently stationed in the capital.
Amanda Gorman's books jump to bestsellers after inaugural poem
Youngest inaugural poet says she is "on the floor" that her books are attracting so much interest.
Friends say Kamala Harris has always been fearless
Longtime friends say the nation's new vice president has never been one to back down from her ambitions.
Cindy McCain says Joe Biden "absolutely ready" to be president
Friends of the president say Mr. Biden has spent his life comforting others, even when facing his own loss.
Senate confirms Biden's first Cabinet nominee
The Senate confirmed Avril Haines to be director of national intelligence on Wednesday evening.
White House site allows users to choose their pronouns
The changes may seem minor, but advocates say they're meaningful.
Who leads federal agencies until Senate confirms Biden's nominees
Senate committees began to hold hearings on Tuesday for Mr. Biden's Cabinet nominees.
Climate activists expect a lot from Biden and aren't afraid to say so
"We are not sitting on our hands waiting for action to be taken," one activist said. "We're not afraid to put public pressure on the administration."
New GOP House members write letter to Biden
"It is clear that the partisan divide between Democrats and Republicans does not serve a single American," the freshman legislators say in a letter to the new president.
Jennifer Lopez speaks Spanish in inauguration performance
In a medley of political songs, Lopez slipped in her own song and also took a moment to say something in Spanish. Here's what she said.
Watch inaugural poet Amanda Gorman perform 5 of her poems
Gorman, who read a poem at President Biden's inauguration, has previously performed five original commissioned poems for "CBS This Morning."
Charlie Brotman to announce inaugural parade
Brotman will announce his 17th parade for his 12th president on Wednesday.
Kamala Harris wears Black designers at inauguration
Michelle Obama also wowed in a monochrome outfit by a Black designer.
Read the full text of Biden's inaugural address
President Biden took the oath of office on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol four years after he attended the inauguration of President Trump as the outgoing vice president.
Biden, in inaugural address, implores Americans to "end this uncivil war"
"Democracy has prevailed," the nation's 46th president proclaimed.
U.S. allies "greatly relieved," but also wary as Biden steps up
"After 4 long years, Europe has a friend in America," said one top EU leader. But will our oldest friends ever think of us as they did before?
Officer who held back rioters escorted Harris at inauguration
After he alone stood between a mob of Trump supporters and Congressional leaders, Goodman was promoted to acting deputy Senate Sergeant at Arms.
Alpha Kappa Alpha declares January 20 "Kamala D. Harris Day"
The sorority asked members to share photos of their celebrations with the hashtag #KamalaHarrisDay.
Amanda Gorman makes history as youngest inaugural poet
Amanda Gorman was named the Nation's First Youth Poet Laureate at the age of 19.
Kamala Harris' ancestral village in India revels on Inauguration Day
Candy, firecrackers and prayers as the tiny village of Thulasendrapuram finds inspiration and joy in the 1st U.S. Vice President from South Asia.
Biden signs orders reversing major Trump immigration policies
Through another proclamation, President Biden ordered officials to pause wall construction along the U.S.-Mexico border within seven days.
President Biden takes office, moving quickly to implement agenda
"There's no time to start like today," the new president told reporters, hours after his inauguration.
Biden signs executive actions on first day as president
The 46th president is undoing some of his predecessor's executive actions.
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China and Russia veto new UN sanctions on North Korea
The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 13-2 and marked a first serious division among the five veto-wielding permanent members of the U.N.'s most powerful body.
Justice Department won't charge ex-FBI agents involved in Larry Nassar probe
Investigators said the evidence pointed to inaccurate and incomplete information, but did not amount to a federal criminal offense.
U.S. to interview asylum-seekers at 2 Texas detention sites under new policy
President Biden's appointees have said the rule will allow the U.S. to more quickly grant asylum to those fleeing persecution, while rapidly deporting migrants who don't qualify.
Bipartisan senators meeting on guns see promise in red-flag laws
"We're going to work throughout the weekend, and all through next week to see if we can find some common ground," said Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy.
Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas and Minnesota primary results
CBS News projects Kemp will win the nomination, easily defeating Trump-backed Perdue.
House Republicans ask banks, Treasury for information on Biden family finances
The letters appear to provide the underpinnings for probes Republicans would pursue if they take control of the House following November's elections.
Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, Idaho and Oregon primary results
CBS News projects Chuck Edwards will win the GOP nomination in North Carolina's 11th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Rep. Madison Cawthorn.
Florida lawmaker says Biden will "learn" if anyone tries takes away guns
In a tweet directed at President Joe Biden, Fine said, "try to take our guns and you'll learn why the Second Amendment was written in the first place."
Blinken says China is greater long-term threat than Russia
The secretary of state said China's vision "would move us away from the universal values that have sustained so much of the world's progress over the past 75 years."
U.S. economy shrank at 1.5% rate in the first quarter
Even though consumers and businesses kept spending, a trade imbalance pushed down the economy between January and March.
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At least 4 people killed in house explosion in Pennsylvania
Two people were injured and two may still be unaccounted for, according to town manager Justin Keller.
Southern Baptist leaders release secret accused abuser list
The list includes more than 700 entries from cases that largely span from 2000 to 2019.
Parole recommended for Charles Manson follower Patricia Krenwinkel
Patricia Krenwinkel, now 74, wrote "Helter Skelter" on a wall using the blood of one of the cult's victims.
Yankees, Rays share gun violence facts on social media in lieu of game coverage
The two Major League Baseball teams announced their social media collaboration on Thursday, saying it was in response to the recent mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde.
Justice Department won't charge ex-FBI agents involved in Larry Nassar probe
Investigators said the evidence pointed to inaccurate and incomplete information, but did not amount to a federal criminal offense.
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NRA, long viewed as invincible, faces shrinking membership
Gun rights organization, which holds its annual conference this weekend, is attracting renewed scrutiny after Uvalde massacre.
Russia's ruble is the strongest currency in the world this year
After its value plunged to less than a U.S. penny, the ruble is now trading 30% higher than before Russia attacked Ukraine. Why?
Inflation to last into 2023, says Congressional Budget Office
CBO's forecast suggests that inflation will slow from current annual levels of 8.3%, yet it would still be dramatically above a long-term baseline of 2.3%.
One legacy of COVID-19: More cash for Americans in need
Guaranteed income programs are sprouting up around the U.S. One mayor calls them "a form of economic resilience."
U.S. economy shrank at 1.5% rate in the first quarter
Even though consumers and businesses kept spending, a trade imbalance pushed down the economy between January and March.
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China and Russia veto new UN sanctions on North Korea
The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 13-2 and marked a first serious division among the five veto-wielding permanent members of the U.N.'s most powerful body.
Justice Department won't charge ex-FBI agents involved in Larry Nassar probe
Investigators said the evidence pointed to inaccurate and incomplete information, but did not amount to a federal criminal offense.
U.S. to interview asylum-seekers at 2 Texas detention sites under new policy
President Biden's appointees have said the rule will allow the U.S. to more quickly grant asylum to those fleeing persecution, while rapidly deporting migrants who don't qualify.
Bipartisan senators meeting on guns see promise in red-flag laws
"We're going to work throughout the weekend, and all through next week to see if we can find some common ground," said Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy.
Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas and Minnesota primary results
CBS News projects Kemp will win the nomination, easily defeating Trump-backed Perdue.
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
White House touts efforts to expand COVID test-to-treat sites amid latest wave
The moves come in the midst of a surge of COVID hospitalizations among the oldest Americans.
Processing grief after mass shootings
Karin Price, chief of psychology at Texas Children's Hospital, joins “CBS Mornings” with guidance on processing trauma and grief after the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. She plans on leading a trauma response team that will offer support to the Uvalde community.
Oklahoma governor signs nation's strictest abortion ban
Two of Oklahoma's four abortion clinics already stopped providing abortions after the governor signed a six-week ban earlier this month.
Second federal baby formula shipment arrives in U.S.
Another massive shipment of hypoallergenic baby formula arrived in the U.S. and could be shipped as early as this weekend to retailers, hospitals and families in need. The Food and Drug Administration appointed an independent investigator to look into delays that led to the shortage of formula.
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China and Russia veto new UN sanctions on North Korea
The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 13-2 and marked a first serious division among the five veto-wielding permanent members of the U.N.'s most powerful body.
Russia's ruble is the strongest currency in the world this year
After its value plunged to less than a U.S. penny, the ruble is now trading 30% higher than before Russia attacked Ukraine. Why?
Ukraine video shows massive shelling: "Most horrific war of the 21st century"
Ukraine's defense ministry says "Ukraine is ready to strike back" — but can only do so it gets NATO-style multiple launch rocket systems.
How other countries have reacted to their own mass shootings
People in Britain, Australia and New Zealand are yet again struggling to comprehend why America's lawmakers appear unmoved by a massacre of innocents.
Pregnant elephant on brink of extinction found dead; poisoning suspected
Indonesia faces an ongoing battle against wildlife crime and several elephant poisoning cases have been reported in recent years.
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Actor Ray Liotta dies at 67
Actor Ray Liotta died unexpectedly in the Dominican Republic, where he was filming a movie. The "Goodfellas" star was 67. Jamie Yuccas has more.
Andy Fletcher, Depeche Mode keyboardist and founding member, dead at 60
The band announced Fletcher's passing via Twitter on Thursday.
Ray Liotta, iconic "Goodfellas" actor, dies at age 67
Liotta was 67 and is best known for his role as Henry Hill in the Scorsese mob classic "Goodfellas."
Testimony concludes in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Tony nominee Jesse Williams on Broadway debut
Actor Jesse Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his Tony-nominated Broadway debut in "Take Me Out." He discusses the vulnerabilities of this new role, including performing nude.
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Apple hikes starting pay for retail workers amid union push
IPhone maker is lifting its minimum wage for store employees to $22 per hour, according to a report.
Elon Musk revises Twitter financing plan to include more equity
News alleviates investor doubts over billionaire's resolve, sending Twitter stocks up 5.5% in after-hours trading.
Twitter deceived people about how it used their data, FTC says
Feds allege the social media service cited security reasons in asking for phone numbers and emails, but used the info for ads.
Social media and the Texas school shooting
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says the school shooting suspect posted several messages about his plans on Facebook minutes before the attack. The company says they were private chat messages. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has the latest on that part of the investigation.
Kids talk impact of cell phones
Nate Burleson sits down with kids to discuss the affects of cell phones and social media on their growth and development. They address the pressures of having a cell phone at an early age.
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Chanting climate change activists disrupt Shell shareholders meeting
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
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Parole recommended for Charles Manson follower Patricia Krenwinkel
Patricia Krenwinkel, now 74, wrote "Helter Skelter" on a wall using the blood of one of the cult's victims.
Atlanta program seeks to reduce gun violence
Atlanta has had 66 shooting deaths so far this year, with Black males making up 56 of them.
Gunman wasn't confronted by anyone before entering school, police say
Law enforcement authorities are facing mounting questions and criticism over how much time elapsed before they put a stop to the rampage.
Uvalde forever changed by senseless act of violence
The town of Uvalde is mourning the 21 victims whose lives were cut short at Robb Elementary School. The memorials honoring the victims are a poignant reminder of what will never again be, as the community looks for someway to lift itself up. Tony Dokoupil has more.
Atlanta program looks to decrease gun violence
As gun violence rises across the U.S., a program in Atlanta is trying to teach a life-saving lesson of deescalation to Black teens, who are often victims of gun violence. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
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Boeing Starliner ends test flight with pinpoint landing
SpaceX launched 59 small payloads while Boeing wrapped up its Starliner space station flight
Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
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What Happened to Tara Grinstead?
A beloved Georgia H.S. teacher went missing in 2005. Over 11 years later, an unexpected arrest -- but will we ever know the truth of what happened?
The best jobs in America in 2022, ranked
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The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
5/26: Red and Blue
New details emerge in Texas school shooting; U.S. jobless claims near 50-year low
Pennsylvania house explosion kills at least 4
At least two others were injured in the explosion in Pottstown. Two people may still be unaccounted for, local officials said. CBS Philly's Kerri Corrado has the latest from the scene.
London Calling: Australia elects new prime minister
Australia has elected a prime minister who previously backed calls to remove Queen Elizabeth II as the head of state. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has more in this edition of "London Calling."
False conspiracy theories spread about Uvalde gunman
Several right-wing personalities have been perpetuating false and disturbing conspiracy theories about the Uvalde gunman on social media. CBS News tech and politics reporter Musadiq Bidar joins CBS News' Carter Evans to discuss just how dangerous this type of disinformation can be.