4 highest-ranking women in the U.S. military speak about overcoming obstacles
Only 10 women in U.S. military history have reached the rank of four-star general or admiral, the military's highest rank.
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CBS News investigation spurs action by Air Force to combat domestic violence
Following a 2021 CBS News investigation into domestic violence in the military, the Air Force ordered a review and has launched multiple initiatives to address domestic violence.
VA urges millions of veterans exposed to burn pits to file claims
The PACT Act takes the burden of proof off veterans, automatically linking asthma, some cancers and other illnesses to burn pit exposure.
Cardiac arrest in youth athletes is rare, but does happen. Here's how to prepare
About 60 million kids in the U.S. participate in organized sports, and cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death among young athletes.
DOJ official calls on social media companies to do more as teens die from fentanyl
Deaths from fentanyl among teens have more than tripled since 2019.
How the Coast Guard plans to boost recruitment after years of shortfalls
One of the obstacles is that potential recruits don't know what the Coast Guard does.
Nurse shortage leads to burnout, low morale. What can be done?
Between the toll of the pandemic, an aging workforce and an aging population in need of more care, the shortage is only getting worse.
Army secretary on combating military sexual assault
Army Secretary Christine Wormuth said part of the solution is teaching young soldiers acceptable behavior.
DEA zeroes in on China as fentanyl deaths soar
Materials used to make fentanyl are shipped from China to Mexico before flowing into the U.S., the Drug Enforcement Administration said.
Mom fights for military families who have complex medical needs
A military mom said she's faced hurdles in getting care for her daughter who is deaf and has Down syndrome.
U.S. nonprofit delivers gear to Ukrainian civilians fighting Russia
"You'll probably not find anybody else where an aircraft leaves the United States and the warriors have that equipment on their body in that same day," said Spirit of America's chief of international operations.
A closeup look at the U.S. air defense system near Ukraine
A major show of American force in Poland is designed to deter Russian aggression.
Veterans face "pretty tough" transition to jobs after military
More than half of veterans are unemployed for four months or longer after leaving the military, according to a study.
Military's domestic violence crisis compounded after 20 years of war
Captain Tony Hosein, a former Army attorney, said there was a cycle of deployment, post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol abuse, then domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse survivors say they couldn't get help despite Pentagon program
The lack of support for survivors is a story CBS News heard repeatedly during its two-year investigation into domestic violence in the military.
Air Force failed to address domestic violence, survivor says
Emily Brearley says the military didn't keep her safe — they promoted her partner instead.
Military has failed to address domestic violence, survivors say
Roughly 100,000 incidents of domestic abuse have been reported to the military since 2015, a two-year investigation by CBS News found.
Marine behind viral TikTok says she's not unique
Her assailant was also a victim advocate, she said — a role that supports sexual assault and harassment victims.
"Totally unacceptable": Army secretary condemns command climate
The "CBS Evening News'' spoke with Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy in an exclusive interview Monday.
Military sexual assault and domestic abuse support resources
These resources are available to you if you are in crisis or have been the victim of sexual assault or domestic abuse in the military.
Pentagon accused of cover-ups, improper sexual assault investigations
"I think the breadth and the depth of the problem is so large that they really don't want the general public to understand that they don't have it under control," one whistleblower said.
Military's system to combat sexual assault is broken, survivors say
Sexual assault survivors said their allegations were brushed aside and they were retaliated against for reporting their assaults.
Army did "nothing" for soldier who reported sexual assault, mom says
Morgan Robinson died by suicide after she was allegedly sexually assaulted a second time while serving in the military.
Parents of soldier who died by suicide recall Army's "complete failure"
After requesting an expedited transfer from Camp Casey in South Korea, Nicole Burnham faced harassment for reporting her assaults.
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Do Kwon, wanted in $40 billion crypto crash, arrested in Europe
The former crypto CEO, who was on the run for months, faces fraud charges in South Korea and the U.S.
Alabama husband wouldn't answer this question when calling 911
When Jason Crawford called 911 to report that his wife Tiffiney had been shot, there was one question that he repeatedly refused to answer, "Who's she been shot by?"
Want to track down your tax refund? Follow these dos and don'ts
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
Illinois police looking for missing U.S. Navy sailor last seen leaving bar
Police said it is believed that Gray was due back at his base at 2 a.m. but the sailor never returned to the Naval Base Great Lakes.
$2B Powerball winner buys $4M home after gobbling one up for $25M
Edwin Castro isn't wasting time using the record jackpot he won in November and claimed last month.
Rep. Stacey Plaskett defends Manhattan D.A.'s investigation of Trump
The top Democrat on the "weaponization of government" select subcommittee is accusing Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan of trying to intimidate Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg.
Student-athletes aren't immune from suicide risk. Colleges are taking notice.
"Gone are the days when we sit in our office and wait for people to knock on the door and talk to us," one university sports psychologist said.
Senate ethics panel admonishes Lindsey Graham over campaign solicitations
The ethics panel found that the South Carolina Republican improperly solicited contributions from inside a federal building.
Kids to require parental consent to access social media apps under new Utah law
Utah becomes the first state to enact a law attempting to limit teens' access to social media sites.
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Do Kwon, wanted in $40 billion crypto crash, arrested in Europe
The former crypto CEO, who was on the run for months, faces fraud charges in South Korea and the U.S.
Alabama husband wouldn't answer this question when calling 911
When Jason Crawford called 911 to report that his wife Tiffiney had been shot, there was one question that he repeatedly refused to answer, "Who's she been shot by?"
Want to track down your tax refund? Follow these dos and don'ts
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
Illinois police looking for missing U.S. Navy sailor last seen leaving bar
Police said it is believed that Gray was due back at his base at 2 a.m. but the sailor never returned to the Naval Base Great Lakes.
$2B Powerball winner buys $4M home after gobbling one up for $25M
Edwin Castro isn't wasting time using the record jackpot he won in November and claimed last month.
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Banking fears spread to German giant Deusche Bank
Shared of Deutsche Bank fell on Friday as jitters spread through the global banking sector.
Do Kwon, wanted in $40 billion crypto crash, arrested in Europe
The former crypto CEO, who was on the run for months, faces fraud charges in South Korea and the U.S.
New radioactive water leak prompts early closure of Minn. nuclear power plant
Xcel Energy says it will start to power down its nuclear plant in Monticello several weeks earlier than planned after more radioactive water leaked out of the facility.
Want to track down your tax refund? Follow these dos and don'ts
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
Leroy Raffel, Arby's co-founder, dead at 96
He started the famous chain known for its roast beef sandwiches in 1964 with his brother, and Arby's stands for the Raffel Brothers, the company says.
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Republicans set vote on parents' influence in schools
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer promised the legislation faces a "dead end" in the Senate.
Rep. Stacey Plaskett defends Manhattan D.A.'s investigation of Trump
The top Democrat on the "weaponization of government" select subcommittee is accusing Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan of trying to intimidate Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg.
Appeals court blocks COVID vaccine mandate for federal workers
The ruling maintains the status quo, upholding a preliminary injunction blocking the mandate issued by a federal judge. The issue has drawn many conflicting judicial opinions.
Senate ethics panel admonishes Lindsey Graham over campaign solicitations
The ethics panel found that the South Carolina Republican improperly solicited contributions from inside a federal building.
Kids to require parental consent to access social media apps under new Utah law
Utah becomes the first state to enact a law attempting to limit teens' access to social media sites.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
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Banking fears spread to German giant Deusche Bank
Shared of Deutsche Bank fell on Friday as jitters spread through the global banking sector.
France protest chaos forces delay of King Charles III's state visit
French officials announced the decision to delay the British monarch's trip after protesters set the city hall building alight in a city he was meant to visit.
3 human heads found in Ecuador province plagued by drug trafficking
Two of the heads were identified by their mother, who said one of them was a teenager, police said.
North Korea claims sea drone capable of unleashing "radioactive tsunami"
Military analysts are dubious of the latest wild claims from Kim Jong Un's regime, which is furious over the latest U.S.-South Korean joint military exercises.
New attack targets U.S. base in Syria after strikes on Iran-linked group
Hours after the U.S. conducted "precision airstrikes" on facilities used by Iran-linked groups, there was another attempted attack on a U.S. base in the region.
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Police sue rapper Afroman for "humiliation" after he shared home raid video
The music video for Afroman's new song "Lemon Pound Cake" features video footage from an August 2022 raid on the rap artist's home and pokes fun at one officer's numerous looks at a cake that was on the counter.
Disney World raising minimum wage to $18 an hour by year-end
Labor pact will hike the pay of thousands of costumed performers, theatrical workers and other employees at the theme park.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
Gisele Bündchen breaks silence on divorce from Tom Brady
Months after their divorce was announced, Gisele Bündchen spoke with Vanity Fair about her marriage to now-retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady.
Paltrow's attorneys ask about missing GoPro video of 2016 ski crash
The trial took on an increasingly personal note Thursday when the plaintiff's daughter and a neuropsychologist testified about his declining health.
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TikTok CEO faces bipartisan questioning
Democrats and Republicans were united in their grilling of TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew at a House hearing Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the security concerns surrounding the social media platform.
TikTok CEO grilled on Capitol Hill
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew faced tough questions from a House panel Thursday as he sought to convince lawmakers the social media platform is not an arm of the Chinese government that's being used to spy on Americans. Nikole Killion reports on the contentious hearing.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for March 23, 2023
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
TikTok CEO testifies on Capitol Hill
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is testifying on Capitol Hill today before the House Energy and Commerce Committee. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins Errol Barnett and Meg Oliver to discuss what's being said in the hearing, as well as the findings of a new CBS News poll about Americans' view of the app.
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Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
New "giant" trapdoor spider species discovered in Australia
Researchers have called it a "big, beautiful species."
Inside the largely unregulated market for bodies donated to science
Every year, an estimated 20,000 people donate their bodies to science for the purpose of medical research and education. But unlike organ donation, these body parts can be bought and sold for profit.
Scientists offer new explanation for mysterious 2017 interstellar visitor
"We'll never know for sure what 'Oumuamua was -- we lost our chance," said the co-author of the new study.
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Police sue rapper Afroman for "humiliation" after he shared home raid video
The music video for Afroman's new song "Lemon Pound Cake" features video footage from an August 2022 raid on the rap artist's home and pokes fun at one officer's numerous looks at a cake that was on the counter.
3 human heads found in Ecuador province plagued by drug trafficking
Two of the heads were identified by their mother, who said one of them was a teenager, police said.
Alabama husband wouldn't answer this question when calling 911
When Jason Crawford called 911 to report that his wife Tiffiney had been shot, there was one question that he repeatedly refused to answer, "Who's she been shot by?"
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Man accused of stabbing his wife to death during Bible study
Castillo whispered something into Woodhull's ear and then pulled out a knife and stabbed her repeatedly, the complaint said.
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3D printed rocket blasts off but fails to reach orbit on maiden flight
While the Terran 1 rocket didn't reach orbit, builder Relativity Space says it achieved major objectives.
Large asteroid to fly between Earth and the moon on Saturday
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
Five planets will align across the night sky near the end of March
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align right before the end of the month.
Mystery solved after strange streaks of light seen in California sky
The flaming bits of wreckage created a "spectacular light show" and were going thousands of miles per hour, an astronomer said.
Scientists discover volcanic activity on Venus
NASA's Magellan spacecraft collected images of the planet's surface between 1990 and 1992, and researchers recently searched that data to study the possible activity of the volcanoes in the terrain.
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Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
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America's longest-running news broadcast program celebrates three-quarters of a century on the air
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Body Brokers | CBS Reports
In this eye-opening documentary, CBS Reports goes inside the $100 million market where bodies donated to science are bought and sold for profit.
TikTok CEO faces bipartisan questioning
Democrats and Republicans were united in their grilling of TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew at a House hearing Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the security concerns surrounding the social media platform.
"1923" star Helen Mirren on Season 2, "Fast X"
Actress Helen Mirren joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the successful series "1923," a prequel to "Yellowstone." Mirren teases the return of the beloved Spencer to Montana in the new season of "1923" and discusses the background of her character Queenie, who is returning to "Fast X" in the "Fast and Furious" franchise.
Mixtape Moments: Franklin Jonas
"CBS Mornings" shares alternative artist Franklin Jonas' debut single "Cocaine" in a Mixtape Moment.
The Bocelli's talk "The Journey"
Famed tenor Andrea Bocelli and his wife Veronica Berti Bocelli join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their epic adventure on horseback in Italy for the film, "The Journey." The Bocelli's discuss the magical moments on their journey, how they learned to ride horses and their special partnership.