Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
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Hawley proposes antitrust legislation aimed at tech companies
The legislation, which Hawley called "Trust-Busting For the 21st Century Act," bans all mergers and acquisitions by companies with a market capitalization of over $100 billion.
"We are Americans": House testimony on anti-Asian American hate
The House Judiciary Committee hearing was scheduled before a gunman opened fire at three Atlanta-area spas, killing eight people, including six women of Asian descent, dead.
What's next for the Senate? 20 senators from both parties to meet
The meeting comes one week after the Senate passed President Joe Biden's massive $1.9 trillion economic relief plan, Mr. Biden's first legislative initiative.
Deb Haaland becomes first Native American to hold Cabinet post
As head of the Department of Interior, Haaland will lead a department tasked with overseeing and protecting the country's public and tribal lands.
Buttigieg calls for infrastructure investment at confirmation hearing
If confirmed, Buttigieg would oversee a department that requested $89 billion for the 2021 fiscal year.
Ohio 2020 election results: Trump projected winner
CBS News projects that President Trump will win Ohio's 18 electoral votes.
MN absentee ballots that arrive after 8 p.m. on Election Day might not be counted
The court's opinion overruled a consent decree order that allowed absentee ballots postmarked on or before Election Day to be counted if they are returned up to seven days after Election Day.
Ohio Dems in heavily GOP Appalachia hopeful about Biden's prospects
Eric Kephas, a lifelong Republican who says he donated part of his first paycheck to the RNC, cast his first ballot for a Democrat this year, for Joe Biden.
LeBron James' voting organization kicks off soccer star campaign
The move comes as early voting has been underway in multiple states across the country.
Judge rules against Ohio election official's limits on drop boxes
Secretary of State Frank LaRose had tried to allow drop boxes to be placed only at the county boards of elections offices in Ohio.
More drop boxes to be allowed in Ohio — but only where they already were
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose said local elections offices may have more than one drop box — but only at the county boards of elections offices.
Ohio AG thinks OSU should sue if Big Ten doesn't start in fall
Dave Yost, a Republican, told CBS News in an interview that Ohio State has the legal basis to sue the Big Ten over a breach of contract.
Minnesota farmers hopeful, though losses continue amid coronavirus
"We're looking at a lot of red ink from now until next summer," hog farmer Mike Patterson said, adding. "We're looking at ... 10 months before you get into the black again."
GOP Ohio attorney general calls on Trump to delay Postal Service changes
Dave Yost wrote that "the radical changes only weeks before early voting begins — however fiscally well founded — would place the solvency of the Post Office above the legitimacy of the Government itself."
Ohio State University community fears fall without football
The tailgates, barbecues and pre-game parties at fraternity houses with large crowds crammed into small spaces is "obviously not going to be the situation" anymore, said one student.
GOP confident in Ohio, but Dems think it's within reach
Recent polling suggests the race in Ohio is tightening.
DNC hopes to reach more voters with new voter file model
The DNC aims to raise its voter outreach productivity and efficiency by helping volunteers to reduce the number of texts going to wrong or disconnected numbers.
COVID exacts high costs from hog farmers
Hog farmer Dave Mensink estimates that over the next year, the COVID-19 crisis is costing him up to $26 per pig, or about $187,000, based on the 7,200 pigs he has on his southeastern Minnesota lot.
Whitmer to testify about "confusion" over PPE
The Michigan governor will testify Tuesday before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee.
GOP legislature sues Whitmer over Michigan's state of emergency extension
Last week, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer extended the state of emergency through May 28.
Jimmy Carter: Buttigieg "doesn't know what he's going to do" after South Carolina
Buttigieg said South Carolina was a "convincing" victory for former Vice President Joe Biden.
Buttigieg struggles to win over minority voters
Buttigieg frequently argued on the campaign trail that performing well in Iowa and New Hampshire, which are mostly white, would demonstrate his ability to win.
Pete Buttigieg ramps up rhetoric against Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders
The millennial veteran has acknowledged in recent weeks that he needs to "show versus tell" that he's the best candidate to face President Trump.
Buttigieg campaign responds to allegations from minority staffers
Buttigieg's deputy campaign manager Hari Sevugan tweeted Tuesday morning that the conversations on diversity within campaigns are "difficult" and "necessary."
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Trump administration vows release of RFK assassination files within days
The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.
U.S. intelligence report favors incumbent Ecuadorian president in election
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along souther border
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Former top FDA official warns RFK Jr. against giving "false hope" on autism
"You can be incredibly supportive of people, but giving them false hope is wrong," said Dr. Peter Marks.
DOJ fires longtime spokesperson who worked for Robert Mueller, Jack Smith
Peter Carr, a career employee, served as a spokesman for special counsels Jack Smith and Robert Mueller.
Mangione lawyers say U.S. prosecutors seek death penalty "as a political stunt"
In a new motion, attorneys for Luigi Mangione said the U.S. government "intends to kill Mr. Mangione as a political stunt."
DOJ expands its retribution to American Bar Association
The Trump administration has been targeting individual law firms and is now taking action against the ABA, the largest professional association for lawyers and judges.
U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Judge allows government to continue effort to deport Mahmoud Khalil
Mahmoud Khalil, who led protests at Columbia University against Israel, appeared in immigration court in Louisiana Friday.
Europe leads Ukraine Contact Group gathering as Hegseth attends virtually
It's the first in-person gathering of the group of 50 countries organizing aid for Ukraine that didn't have the U.S. defense secretary in the room.
Trump administration sued over halt of pandemic relief aid for schools
The lawsuit against the Trump administration says the Education Department's halt of promised aid for schools will force cuts to vital services.
Judge says DOJ didn't comply with order on man deported to El Salvador
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday the U.S. must facilitate the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and imprisoned.
Space Force commander in Greenland fired after Vance visit
The commander of a U.S. military base in Greenland was ousted due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."
Trump visits Walter Reed for annual physical exam
The White House said a summary of the results of President Trump's physical will be released.
As RFK Jr. focuses on autism, experts fear return of debunked theories
Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says a "massive testing and research effort" will focus on the cause of autism, but his approach has raised alarms.
Trump HHS cuts office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80M people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff meets with Putin in Russia
The meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Steve Witkoff is part of negotiations for a Ukraine war ceasefire, the White House said.
Senate confirms Lt. Gen. Dan "Razin" Caine as Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman
The Senate confirmed retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan "Razin" Caine as the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff almost two months after President Trump abruptly fired his predecessor.
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U.S. intelligence report favors incumbent Ecuadorian president in election
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along souther border
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
South Carolina executes second man by firing squad in 5 weeks
Mikal Mahdi, 42, chose to die by three bullets to the heart instead of lethal injection or the electric chair.
Los Angeles-area residents crowdsource wildfire contamination data
Some people whose homes survived the Eaton wildfire in January are struggling to convince their insurers to test their properties for safety.
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Los Angeles-area residents crowdsource wildfire contamination data
Some people whose homes survived the Eaton wildfire in January are struggling to convince their insurers to test their properties for safety.
U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Jamie Dimon says U.S. economy faces "considerable turbulence"
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that tariffs are likely to boost inflation, while urging the Trump administration to strike trade deals.
Stocks cap manic week with best performance since November 2023
Stocks climbed on Friday even as Wall Street analysts warn of a growing trade war between the world's two biggest economies.
Egg prices aren't stopping families from dyeing eggs, an Easter tradition
Some families, however, may be looking at alternatives after the average cost of a dozen eggs climbed to a record high of $6.23 in March, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Trump administration vows release of RFK assassination files within days
The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.
U.S. intelligence report favors incumbent Ecuadorian president in election
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along souther border
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
Woman believed to be the only person with unnamed genetic disorder
Enriquez lives with chronic kidney disease, neurofibromatosis, which causes tumors to form, scoliosis and Raynaud's phenomenon, causing temporary spasms of blood vessels. On top of all that, she has an unnamed genetic disorder,
Former top FDA official warns RFK Jr. against giving "false hope" on autism
"You can be incredibly supportive of people, but giving them false hope is wrong," said Dr. Peter Marks.
Weekly measles cases top 90 in U.S. for first time in years
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
CDC denies help for lead poisoning in Milwaukee schools due to layoffs
The CDC rejected a request for help "due to the complete loss" of their lead poisoning experts.
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Penguin in cardboard box led to South Africa helicopter crash, report says
The pilot and three passengers aboard the helicopter, as well as the penguin, were uninjured, according to an incident report.
U.S. fugitive allegedly kills Mexican officer who led "Gringo Hunters" unit
Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.
Pastor abducted at gunpoint while delivering sermon
Pastor Josh Sullivan was holding a prayer meeting with about 30 people, including his wife and six children, when the gunmen entered the church, his colleague said.
Iran says it is seeking "real and fair" agreement in nuclear talks
In the lead-up to talks this weekend, President Trump reiterated his warning that military action was "absolutely" possible if talks failed.
Space Force commander in Greenland fired after Vance visit
The commander of a U.S. military base in Greenland was ousted due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Sony wins distribution rights to "Wheel of Fortune," "Jeopardy!"
A Los Angeles court ruled that Sony may take over distribution of "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" which it produces, from CBS.
Yvonne Strahovski teases what's next in final season of "The Handmaid's Tale"
Yvonne Strahovski, who plays Serena Joy Waterford, says the final season of "The Handmaid's Tale" delivers the long-awaited rebellion.
Yvonne Strahovski on "The Handmaid's Tale"
Yvonne Strahovski joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the final season of the Emmy-winning series "The Handmaid's Tale" and what fans can expect from her character's complicated journey.
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iPhones likely to cost more amid tariffs
President Trump's tariffs on China could make Apple iPhones more expensive. China announced Friday it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125% after Mr. Trump increased reciprocal tariffs on some Chinese products to 145%. Yahoo Finance senior tech reporter Yasmin Khorram reports.
Apple airlifts iPhones out of India to avoid Trump tariffs, report says
Apple's move to avoid China tariffs had been in the works for months, according to report citing Indian government officials.
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.
Meta whistleblower: Facebook worked with Chinese government to censor posts
Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams testified Wednesday afternoon before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.
How AI is trained not to spread abuse
New documents obtained by Business Insider show how companies are testing artificial intelligence models to prevent the spread of extreme information about abusive topics. Effie Webb, a tech news fellow at Business Insider, joins CBS News with more.
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
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Maryland law school reflects on Freddie Gray's death, looks at what work still needs to be done
It's almost been ten years since Freddie Gray died, and an event in downtown Baltimore Friday aimed to not only remember him but also remember what needs to be done when it comes to ensuring fair policing.
Convicted killer mistakenly released from jail is caught 2 weeks later
Kathan Guzman was mistakenly released from a jail in Clayton County, Georgia, officials said. He was arrested in Florida.
Monica Sementilli found guilty of murder in plot to kill prominent LA hairdresser
The 10-man, two-woman jury began deliberations in Monica Sementilli's trial on Wednesday, and by Friday morning, the guilty verdict was announced.
Menendez brothers resentencing hearing
The Menendez brothers are awaiting a court hearing in California that could determine their chance at resentencing. This comes as the new Los Angeles county district attorney appears to signal he opposes a change in their conviction. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
U.S. fugitive allegedly kills Mexican officer who led "Gringo Hunters" unit
Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.
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Gayle King prepares for Blue Origin space flight
CBS Mornings host Gayle King is preparing to blast off into space Monday on board a historic all-female Blue Origin space flight. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman reports.
Space tourism is establishing a new frontier in travel
Private companies have launched nearly 120 civilians to the edge of space.
Gayle King hopes to inspire others with historic flight to space
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke about the opportunity to travel to space, the support she's received and the message she hopes to send to others.
Meet the Blue Origin crew Gayle King is joining on trip to space
Here's a look at the women expected to join Blue Origin's upcoming mission, which has a target launch date of Monday, April 14, and what they have to say about the epic journey.
NASA nominee testifies on plans for moon mission, Mars
Jared Isaacman, President Trump's nominee to lead NASA, tells lawmakers the space agency can return astronauts to the moon while pursuing flights to Mars.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
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Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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In California, we look into the rapidly growing demand for the beloved Taiwanese drink boba in the U.S. Then, we tour a new exhibition that’s celebrating the history and cultural significance of the lowrider. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Reporter's Notebook: Why economic vibes matter
The economy's vibes are off, according to American consumers. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
"The Carters: Hurts to Love You" | Trailer
A new two-part documentary, "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," gives you a raw look at the famous Carter family, their success and struggles with being in the spotlight. Stream the episodes on Tuesday, April 15, only on Paramount+.
Why states turning to uncommon execution methods
More states are struggling to obtain the more common lethal injection drugs. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is moving to restart federal death row executions. Robin Maher, executive director of the nonprofit Death Penalty Information Center, joins to discuss.
What to know about pilot in helicopter crash
The National Transportation Safety Board is just beginning its investigation into a helicopter crash in the Hudson River that killed everyone on board. Nikki Battiste has the latest.