President Obama expresses his support for affordable higher education with a new "bill of rights" declaration
President Obama expresses his support for affordable higher education with a new "bill of rights" declaration.
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Math and history are just some of the subjects at the Ron Clark Academy
Math and history are just some of the subjects at the Ron Clark Academy. The Atlanta middle school teaches everything from eye contact to the value of friendly competition. It's a method that makes kids want to attend class. Mark Strassmann reports on how the founder maintains the fun under a cloud of 55 strict rules.
Arizona lawmakers have moved to pull all state funding from 2 of the state's largest community college districts
Arizona lawmakers have moved to pull all state funding from 2 of the state's largest community college districts. If approved, the schools will lose tens of millions of dollars.
Parents across the country are withholding their children from taking the Common Core examinations in protest of a test they call complicated and confusing
Parents across the country are withholding their children from taking the Common Core examinations in protest of a test they call complicated and confusing. But one former school superintendent says the move could set a dangerous precedent. Elaine Quijano reports.
Millions of Americans are drowning in student debt. Students owe a combined $1.2 trillion right now
Millions of Americans are drowning in student debt. Students owe a combined $1.2 trillion right now. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN with advice on how you can get out of it.
Outstanding student loans topped $1.2 trillion as of the end of 2014
Outstanding student loans topped $1.2 trillion as of the end of 2014. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, they now represent the fastest-growing category of all consumer debt. How did we get here? Jill Schlesinger reports.
President Obama is proposing new legislation that would peel back the effects of "No Child Left Behind"
President Obama is proposing new legislation that would peel back the effects of "No Child Left Behind."
If you're shelling out tens of thousands for your child's education, it might be nice to know they're at least showing up to class
If you're shelling out tens of thousands for your child's education, it might be nice to know they're at least showing up to class. Jeff Whorley, CEO of an Indianapolis-based company called Core Principle, thinks the app Class120 could be the answer. Dean Reynolds reports.
Insight into affordable colleges that deliver great paying jobs
Rob Franek, Senior Vice President and Publisher of The Princeton Review, gives insight into affordable colleges that deliver great paying jobs.
Former Republican Florida Gov. Jeb Bush defends the Common Core educational standards, saying any state that elects not to use them should aim even higher
Former Republican Florida Gov. Jeb Bush defends the Common Core educational standards, saying any state that elects not to use them should aim even higher.
Maryland's largest public school district faces heavy criticism for changing next year's calendar
Maryland's largest public school district faces heavy criticism for changing next year's calendar. It includes no mention of religious holidays, even when schools are closed on those days. Critics say the decision disrespects Christians, Jews and Muslims. Julianna Goldman reports.
One man tells his story of putting four children through school
One man tells his story of putting four children through school. His six-figure salary as a court clerk has not sufficed, and he has taken out half a million dollars in loans. Vinita Nair reports.
Traditionally, a big part of the college application process is taking the SAT exam
Traditionally, a big part of the college application process is taking the SAT exam. But, as Anna Werner reports, more educational institutions are rethinking the importance of standardized testing.
Teaching teenagers how to shop smarter
A financial advisor suggests one way a teenager can convince her parents to give her some extra money for shopping
Student loans offer more flexibility in payment options than other kinds of debt
Student loans offer more flexibility in payment options than other kinds of debt. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Ray Martin shares some advice on managing this heavy burden.
The debate over Common Core
The curriculum for boosting K-12 students' academic performance has drawn critics on both sides of the political divide
12 A+ back-to-school movies
Get into the back-to-school spirit with our list of classroom favorites
Making smart choices when paying for college
These are the specific strategies you need to know when it comes time to pay college tuition bills
Digital learning takes front row seat in classrooms
Use of digital tools is becoming increasingly commonplace in schools as educators look to boost achievement
What online tutoring programs can do for kids
They're cheaper and more convenient that in-person tutoring sessions, but do they work?
Online tutoring offers parents convenient and affordable alternatives, and children say it can make learning fun.
The online tutoring industry is growing, as parents seek more convenient and affordable alternatives to the traditional in-person tutor. And children say it can make learning more fun.
For these students, lunch is personal
New Jersey charter school incorporates vertical farming to teach kids about science, health and wellness
Steve Hartman has the story of one South Carolina student's unlikely dream
A teenager with Down syndrome was never told there were things he won’t be able to do, such as going to college. Steve Hartman has the story of one South Carolina student's unlikely dream.
Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips join “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the week’s top medical news
Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips join “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the week’s top medical news including the sleeping needs of teenagers and the link between the stomach and mental health.
5 things college students should know about money
Going off to college can be a daunting experience -- don't let getting ripped off or taken advantage of be part of it
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Ohio police release video of person of interest in dentist and wife's killing
Investigators believe Spencer and Monique Tepe were fatally shot between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. last Tuesday in their home located in the Near East Side neighborhood of downtown Columbus.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Package at Arizona Supreme Court tests positive for homemade explosives
A package received by the Arizona Supreme Court tested positive for a "homemade explosive substance," authorities said.
Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture
A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Was it insider trading?
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say
The Trump administration is counting on Big Oil to revive Venezuela's creaky energy sector. That's no sure bet, according to industry experts.
Judge in Maduro's case has previously been a thorn in Trump's side
The 92-year-old senior U.S. district judge has repeatedly rejected efforts by President Trump to remove his New York State criminal case to federal court.
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U.S. plans to intercept tanker involved in Venezuelan oil trade
Two U.S. intelligence officials said Venezuelan officials had discussed placing Soviet-era defense systems and armed military personnel on tankers — disguising them as civilians for defense purposes.
The lawyers involved in the case against Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores
Here is a look at the attorneys representing Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, as well as the prosecutors on the case.
CDC announces new childhood vaccine recommendations for fewer shots
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
Oil stock prices rise after U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Maduro
Shares in Chevron, Exxon and other energy companies climbed, while oil prices jumped, on Monday after Maduro's ouster.
Gov. Tim Walz's turn from vice-presidential candidate to dropping out of 2026 governor's race
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced that he won't seek reelection in a surprise exit from politics less than 18 months after the Democrat was chosen to be the party's nominee for vice president.
Mike Waltz defends U.S. at UN: "We are not occupying a country"
At an emergency U.N. meeting on Monday, U.N. ambassador Mike Waltz repeated the Trump administration's argument that the air and ground assault was not an attack.
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2,000 agents deploying to Minneapolis in immigration crackdown, fraud probe
The Trump administration has begun a massive deployment of hundreds of Department of Homeland Security agents to the Twin Cities area, officials tells CBS News.
Maduro pleads not guilty to narco-terrorism, weapons charges
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is facing narco-terrorism and weapons charges.
Hegseth moves to demote Sen. Mark Kelly, cut pension over illegal orders video
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday that the Pentagon had begun a process that could result in Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona being demoted and having his retirement pay cut.
Klobuchar considering run for Minn. governor after Walz ends re-election bid
Democratic U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar is seriously considering a run for governor in the wake of Tim Walz's decision Monday to end his bid for a third term.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Man detained at JD Vance's Ohio home, Secret Service says
The Secret Service said Vice President JD Vance and his family were not in Ohio and the house was unoccupied at the time of the alleged incident.
AI-generated images, old footage circulate on social media after Maduro's capture
CBS News analyzed circulating images of President Nicolás Maduro by comparing dubious photos to verified content and using publicly available tools such as reverse image search.
Congress returns amid Venezuela operation; facing deadline to avert shutdown
Lawmakers return to Washington this week, staring down an end-of-month deadline to avert another government shutdown.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 4, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Chris Van Hollen join Margaret Brennan.
Rep. Jim Himes says Maduro capture is "clearly illegal under international law"
Rep. Jim Himes, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, pointed to the broader implications of the operation to remove former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Marco Rubio says "the president always retains optionality" to occupy Venezuela
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Trump always has options when it comes to what comes next in Venezuela, after a U.S. strike and capture of the country's president, Nicolás Maduro.
How Mayor Fiorello La Guardia made New York the greatest city in the world
After taking office in the middle of the Great Depression, the NYC mayor – a 5'2" bundle of dynamite and inveterate PR hound – reshaped the city through massive public works projects, while changing the role that government plays in people's lives.
One year after Calif. wildfires, progress is slow in rebuilding
A year after wildfires decimated much of Pacific Palisades and Altadena, construction has begun on just about 500 of the more than 16,000 structures lost, slowed by the complex web of permits, insurance payouts, rising building costs, and stalled federal aid.
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Ohio police release video of person of interest in dentist and wife's killing
Investigators believe Spencer and Monique Tepe were fatally shot between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. last Tuesday in their home located in the Near East Side neighborhood of downtown Columbus.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Package at Arizona Supreme Court tests positive for homemade explosives
A package received by the Arizona Supreme Court tested positive for a "homemade explosive substance," authorities said.
Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture
A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Was it insider trading?
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say
The Trump administration is counting on Big Oil to revive Venezuela's creaky energy sector. That's no sure bet, according to industry experts.
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Major oil companies to meet with Trump admin. on Venezuela, sources say
Petroleum giants Chevron, ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil are planning to meet with the Trump administration later this week, sources told CBS News, as President Trump pushes oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture
A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Was it insider trading?
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say
The Trump administration is counting on Big Oil to revive Venezuela's creaky energy sector. That's no sure bet, according to industry experts.
Oil stock prices rise after U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Maduro
Shares in Chevron, Exxon and other energy companies climbed, while oil prices jumped, on Monday after Maduro's ouster.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
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DOJ says it has reviewed less than 1% of Epstein files so far
The Justice Department said it is still poring through millions of documents that may be related to Jeffrey Epstein, as the Trump administration grapples with a mandate to release all files on the late sex offender.
New details on the covert operation to capture Maduro
Months of planning led to a covert operation that caught the Venezuelan leader completely off guard.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Major oil companies to meet with Trump admin. on Venezuela, sources say
Petroleum giants Chevron, ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil are planning to meet with the Trump administration later this week, sources told CBS News, as President Trump pushes oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
Judge in Maduro's case has previously been a thorn in Trump's side
The 92-year-old senior U.S. district judge has repeatedly rejected efforts by President Trump to remove his New York State criminal case to federal court.
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CDC announces new childhood vaccine recommendations for fewer shots
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Doctor's orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy life
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Why this doctor says: Eat your ice cream
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules For a Long and Healthy Life," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a prominent oncologist and health policy expert, goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep. He talks with Norah O'Donnell about the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Book excerpt: "Eat Your Ice Cream" by Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D.
In his new book, the oncologist and health policy expert discusses longevity, and how to best differentiate valid and effective health and wellness advice from "the speculative, deceptive, and just plain stupid."
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After Maduro's ouster, two powerful women could vie for control of Venezuela
Maduro's vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, was sworn in as president of Venezuela. But opposition leader María Corina Machado could prevail in a future election.
New details on the covert operation to capture Maduro
Months of planning led to a covert operation that caught the Venezuelan leader completely off guard.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Meet Maduro's inner circle in Venezuela, including some wanted by the U.S.
After his capture by U.S. forces, Nicolás Maduro's closest confidants remain in their posts, including some wanted by the U.S.
Mike Waltz defends U.S. at UN: "We are not occupying a country"
At an emergency U.N. meeting on Monday, U.N. ambassador Mike Waltz repeated the Trump administration's argument that the air and ground assault was not an attack.
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Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family.
Extended interview: Michael B. Jordan
In this web exclusive, Michael B. Jordan talks with Tracy Smith about being pushed out of his comfort zone by performing two characters – identical twin brothers – in Ryan Coogler's horror film "Sinners."
Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family. He talks with Tracy Smith about portraying the characters Stack and Smoke; his ties to his parents; and what it took for him to recover from playing the villain Killmonger in "Black Panther."
Behind the scenes of "The Pitt"
The HBO Max drama immerses viewers in the struggles faced by the ER staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. "Sunday Morning" visits the hyper-realistic set, and talks with star, writer, director and executive producer Noah Wyle.
Extended interview: Noah Wyle
In this web exclusive, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Noah Wyle, the star of "ER" and the HBO Max series "The Pitt," about how his new show depicts the fragility of the medical system, and about his character, Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch.
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AI-generated images, old footage circulate on social media after Maduro's capture
CBS News analyzed circulating images of President Nicolás Maduro by comparing dubious photos to verified content and using publicly available tools such as reverse image search.
More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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Trial begins for former cop in Uvalde shooting
Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a former police officer accused of not protecting children during the 2022 Uvalde school shooting in Texas. CBS News' Karen Hua reports.
Person of interest in murders of dentist, wife
Police in Ohio have released new video of a person of interest in the murders of a dentist and his wife. The killings are believed to have happened between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on December 30.
Ohio police release video of person of interest in dentist and wife's killing
Investigators believe Spencer and Monique Tepe were fatally shot between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. last Tuesday in their home located in the Near East Side neighborhood of downtown Columbus.
Maduro, wife plead not guilty at arraignment
Venezuela's ousted leader Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty in a New York federal court on Monday during their arraignment for drug trafficking and weapons charges. Tony Dokoupil anchors this CBS News Special Report.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops reelection bid
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday he's no longer running for a third term. This comes as federal officials probe massive fraud allegations in the state.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Vet on Trump push for Venezuela regime change
Phil Klay, a U.S. Marine veteran of the Iraq War and a professor at Fairfield University, joins CBS News with his reaction to the raid that deposed former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and President Trump's calls for regime change.
Venezuela raid draws comparisons to Iraq war
President Trump's declaration that the U.S. would run Venezuela after arresting its leader has drawn comparisons to the U.S. intervention in Iraq. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd breaks it all down.
Legality of U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro
Questions remain about the legality of the operation that captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen joins CBS News to discuss.
U.S. looking to tap Venezuelan oil reserves
President Trump is pushing for U.S. oil companies to tap into Venezuela's oil reserves following the raid over the weekend that captured Nicolás Maduro. Ed Hirs, energy fellow at the University of Houston, joins CBS News to discuss.
Who is Delcy Rodriguez?
Delcy Rodriguez has been sworn in as Venezuela's acting president. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more on who she is.