Hospital chain claims "greed and bad faith misconduct" led to bankruptcy
Bankruptcy filing alleges Steward Health Care executives siphoned $245 million from needy hospitals.
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Prospect Medical Holdings files for bankruptcy after owner payouts
Bankruptcy comes days after scathing Senate report on private equity impact on hospitals.
Massachusetts law aims to prevent repeat of Steward Health Care crisis
The law is intended to prevent the financial maneuvers Steward used to siphon money away from direct patient care.
Senate report slams private equity's "detrimental effects" on hospitals
Two private equity firms' efforts to wring profits out of hospitals in underserved communities put patients in danger, according to a new report by a powerful Senate committee.
Senate committee recommends contempt charges for Steward CEO
A Senate committee voted to take steps to hold Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre in civil and criminal contempt
Senators expected to hold Steward Health Care CEO in contempt
The CEO of the troubled hospital chain did not appear at a Congressional hearing on Tuesday, despite a subpoena calling for his testimony.
Whistleblower claims Steward CEO bragged he could sway foreign officials with bags of cash
Federal grand jury focuses on financial activities of Steward Health Care under CEO Ralph de la Torre.
Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre won't testify before Senate panel
Ralph de la Torre, the CEO of Steward Health Care, says he will not testify at a Senate hearing in Washington next week.
Governor announces plan to save 5 Steward hospitals in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
Senators subpoena CEO to testify on Steward hospital closures
One lawmaker called Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre "the poster child" for corporate greed in health care.
Feds investigating Steward Health Care for fraud and corruption, sources say
The Dallas-based company, which owns hospitals in Massachusetts and seven other states, has been accused of putting profits over patients.
Steward Health Care files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Steward Health Care, the struggling hospital group that owns hospitals in Massachusetts, Texas, Florida and other states, announced Monday that it is filing for bankruptcy.
Steward Health Care files for bankruptcy
One of the largest hospital bankruptcies in history is leading to new concerns that some communities will be left without access to medical care. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
A new mom died after giving birth. Was corporate greed to blame?
CEO of hospital system struggling with supply shortages previously acquired a $40 million megayacht, company confirms.
Senators probe private equity hospital deals following CBS News investigation
The top Democrat and Republican on a powerful Senate committee launched a wide-ranging investigation into private equity's impact on the U.S. health care system.
Investors' role in closure of San Antonio hospital under scrutiny
Texas Vista's owner, Steward Health Care, is shutting down the hospital six years after purchasing it with the help of private equity investors.
Pennsylvania hospital shutdown strains area's health care system
Delaware County Memorial closed last fall after private equity investors siphoned millions of dollars.
Hospital shutdown spurs questions about private equity in health care
A for-profit California company saw windfall dividend — and patients scrambled for care, a CBS News investigation found.
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Lululemon pulls "Get Low" leggings from website amid sheer fabric complaints
The company said its "Get Low" collection is temporarily unavailable for sale online, but remains in stock in stores while it reviews customer feedback.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to oust Lisa Cook from Fed board
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in August.
Danish pension fund says it's selling all its U.S. Treasuries
The chief investment officer of AkademikerPension said the decision was not directly related to the rift between the U.S. and Greenland.
Second lady Usha Vance announces she is pregnant with fourth child
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Judge bars Lindsey Halligan's continued use of U.S. attorney title
A federal judge said Lindsey Halligan's continued use of the U.S. attorney title "ignores a binding court order" that disqualified her from the position last year.
Trump's 10% credit card cap deadline is here. Will card companies comply?
President Trump called for a one-year 10% cap on credit card rates starting Jan. 20. Here's what credit card companies are doing.
A new buy now, pay later option from Affirm will help tenants cover rent
A new BNPL pilot from financial technology company Affirm will give renters the option to break up their rent into two equal payments.
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GOP senators demand end to program they say encourages Chinese "birth tourism"
A trio of Republican senators asked the Trump administration to end a visa waiver program in far-flung U.S. territories in the Pacific that they say encourages "birth tourism."
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
DOJ subpoenas Walz, Frey, others in probe alleging immigration obstruction
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and others were subpoenaed in connection with a DOJ probe into an alleged conspiracy to impede federal immigration officers, three sources said.
Supreme Court seems skeptical of Hawaii gun restriction
Hawaii enacted a rule that bars people from bringing guns onto private property that is open to the public, like shops or gas stations, unless the owner gives express authorization.
Trump touts first-year accomplishments in lengthy White House briefing
President Trump spoke in the White House briefing room for nearly two hours on Tuesday, marking the first year of his second term as he prepares for a high-pressure trip to Europe.
More than 10 countries have signed on to Trump's "Board of Peace," sources say
More than 10 countries have signed on to join President Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, sources familiar with the discussions told CBS News.
Rep. Julia Letlow jumps into Louisiana Senate race with Trump's backing
GOP Rep. Julia Letlow is jumping into the Louisiana Senate race after President Trump encouraged her to challenge Sen. Bill Cassidy in the state's primary.
Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, making it all cash
The streaming service is sweetening its offer amid Paramount Skydance's hostile takeover bid for the Hollywood studio.
Lawmakers release final measures to fund government ahead of shutdown deadline
Congress has until Jan. 30 to fund the remaining government agencies and programs following the longest government shutdown in history in November.
Stocks slide after Trump threatens European allies with tariffs
U.S. stocks sank on Tuesday following President Trump's weekend threats to impose tariffs on some NATO trading partners.
Why you might get a "peanut butter"-style pay raise in 2026
What's a "peanut butter" raise? Here's what it means, and why this is the type of pay hike you should expect this year.
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"Mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest fraud scheme speaks out
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter to face criminal trial for child molestation
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
9 major themes that defined the first year of Trump's second term
President Trump has reshaped America's approach to foreign policy, pressured political enemies, downsized the federal workforce and prioritized deportations his first year in office.
Indiana secures first ever football title with 27-21 win over Miami
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
U.S. Steel CEO says it's "absolutely" still an American company after acquisition
"We have a fiduciary duty to Nippon," U.S. Steel CEO David Burritt said, but noted, "We're still mined, melted and made in the good ol' USA."
Fierce winter storm causes 100-car pileup, brings snow as far south as Florida
The pileup in Michigan is the latest impact of the major winter storm moving across the U.S. More than 200 million people are in the path of the arctic blasts.
Justice Dept. calls claims in MN lawsuit seeking stop to ICE surge "legally frivolous"
The U.S. Department of Justice says claims made in a lawsuit seeking an immediate stop to the surge of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minnesota are "legally frivolous."
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Lululemon pulls "Get Low" leggings from website amid sheer fabric complaints
The company said its "Get Low" collection is temporarily unavailable for sale online, but remains in stock in stores while it reviews customer feedback.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to oust Lisa Cook from Fed board
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in August.
Danish pension fund says it's selling all its U.S. Treasuries
The chief investment officer of AkademikerPension said the decision was not directly related to the rift between the U.S. and Greenland.
Second lady Usha Vance announces she is pregnant with fourth child
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Judge bars Lindsey Halligan's continued use of U.S. attorney title
A federal judge said Lindsey Halligan's continued use of the U.S. attorney title "ignores a binding court order" that disqualified her from the position last year.
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Lululemon pulls "Get Low" leggings from website amid sheer fabric complaints
The company said its "Get Low" collection is temporarily unavailable for sale online, but remains in stock in stores while it reviews customer feedback.
Danish pension fund says it's selling all its U.S. Treasuries
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Trump's 10% credit card cap deadline is here. Will card companies comply?
President Trump called for a one-year 10% cap on credit card rates starting Jan. 20. Here's what credit card companies are doing.
A new buy now, pay later option from Affirm will help tenants cover rent
A new BNPL pilot from financial technology company Affirm will give renters the option to break up their rent into two equal payments.
Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, making it all cash
The streaming service is sweetening its offer amid Paramount Skydance's hostile takeover bid for the Hollywood studio.
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Concerns mount over Iranian-American journalist wrongfully detained in Iran
Lawyers for Reza Valizadeh, a U.S. citizen arrested in 2024 by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, filed a petition Tuesday with the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to oust Lisa Cook from Fed board
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in August.
Second lady Usha Vance announces she is pregnant with fourth child
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Judge bars Lindsey Halligan's continued use of U.S. attorney title
A federal judge said Lindsey Halligan's continued use of the U.S. attorney title "ignores a binding court order" that disqualified her from the position last year.
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GOP senators demand end to program they say encourages Chinese "birth tourism"
A trio of Republican senators asked the Trump administration to end a visa waiver program in far-flung U.S. territories in the Pacific that they say encourages "birth tourism."
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Concerns mount over Iranian-American journalist wrongfully detained in Iran
Lawyers for Reza Valizadeh, a U.S. citizen arrested in 2024 by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, filed a petition Tuesday with the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention.
China "super embassy" greenlit in London despite concerns
Despite fears of Chinese spying and hacking, the British government gave the go-ahead for China to build a massive new embassy in the heart of London.
Mexico sends 37 cartel members to U.S. amid pressure from Trump administration
Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch wrote in a social media post on X that the people transferred were "high impact criminals."
CBS News finds empty cells at Syrian jail that held ISIS suspects
Chaos around prisons holding ISIS detainees in Syria is highlighting security risks for U.S. forces in the region.
6-year-old girl is sole survivor of family killed in Spanish train wreck
"There are many people who are very sad for the victims of this terrible accident, but there were also many who survived, like the miracle of the girl who is safe," the mayor said.
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"Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown on why he skipped cast interview on "CBS Mornings"
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
Bert Kreischer talks new comedy series
Actor and comedian Bert Kreischer stars in the new comedy series "Free Bert," where he plays a fictional version of himself. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, which was inspired by his own family, and why the show almost didn't happen.
"Queer Eye" cast reflects on show
The cast of the series "Queer Eye" talks to "CBS Mornings" about a member of the show's absence, the series' legacy ahead of its 10th and final season and how it has impacted them.
Fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at 93
Acclaimed fashion designer Valentino Garavani, known simply as Valentino, has died at age 93. Seth Doane looks back at his life and legacy.
Billy Bob Thornton on "Landman" popularity
Billy Bob Thornton joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the second season of the hit series "Landman," which he stars in as oil executive Tommy Norris. Thornton talks about his immediate chemistry with Ali Larter and why the show resonates with viewers.
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Almanac: January 18
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Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
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.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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.
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Indiana judge, wife shot in home
The manhunt is underway in Indiana after a judge and his wife were shot and wounded in their Lafayette home. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Timothy Busfield detention hearing underway
Actor Timothy Busfield is back in a New Mexico courtroom for a detention hearing. He's accused of inappropriately touching two child actors, which he denies. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.
Mexico sends 37 cartel members to U.S. amid pressure from Trump administration
Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch wrote in a social media post on X that the people transferred were "high impact criminals."
Key player in Minnesota fraud speaks out
Aimee Bock, who has been called the "mastermind" behind a major fraud case in Minnesota, spoke with CBS News Minnesota's Jonah Kaplan from her jail cell about her alleged crimes.
Legal fights heat up in Minnesota over ICE
The Trump administration is navigating multiple lawsuits surrounding federal immigration raids in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Trump official on foreign policy priorities
With President Trump marking one year of his second term, CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang spoke with State Department principal deputy spokesperson Tommy Pigott about the administration's foreign policy agenda.
Trump officials defend effort to acquire Greenland
President Trump is heading to Davos, Switzerland, on Tuesday night, where he will continue his insistence that the U.S. take control of Greenland. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke with two White House officials at the World Economic Forum to learn more about the administration's stance.
Former U.S. diplomat on Trump, Greenland
President Trump's push for Greenland continued ahead of the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. Brett Bruen, president and CEO of the Global Situation Room, joins CBS News to discuss.
Indiana judge, wife shot in home
The manhunt is underway in Indiana after a judge and his wife were shot and wounded in their Lafayette home. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Timothy Busfield detention hearing underway
Actor Timothy Busfield is back in a New Mexico courtroom for a detention hearing. He's accused of inappropriately touching two child actors, which he denies. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.