How one migrant won asylum after crossing the border unaccompanied
After fleeing gang violence and being kidnapped in Mexico, a Guatemalan teen won asylum. Now he wants other migrant children to have the same opportunity.
After fleeing gang violence and being kidnapped in Mexico, a Guatemalan teen won asylum. Now he wants other migrant children to have the same opportunity.
The bipartisan legislation was passed with a vote of 89 to 2.
With significantly smaller crowds in the House Chamber due to the pandemic, it was far easier for Republicans to get their moment with the new president.
"I've never been more optimistic about the future in America, and America is on the move again," he said.
Republicans complained that the president did not do enough bipartisan outreach in his first address before Congress.
Wednesday's speech will be live on CBS broadcast stations and streaming on CBSN.
For the first time, two women flanked an American president on the dais of the House Chamber during his first address to a joint session of Congress.
Scott only referred to former President Trump briefly in his response, spending more time emphasizing issues that resonate with GOP voters.
The president pushed forward with the message that "In America, we always get up" though "100 days ago, America was on fire."
The question of whether our democracy will long endure is both ancient and urgent," the president said.
Biden was described as caring, inspiring, and bold by those who CBS News polled after the president's speech to a joint session of Congress.
President Biden gave his first address to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday.
"I can think of no more worthy investment," the president said. "I know of nothing that is more bipartisan."
President Biden made a number of promises before he entered office — here's how he's doing on them.
The president's address to a joint session of Congress begins at 9 p.m. ET.
"To make tonight's joint address accessible for all Americans, every White House livestream will have American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for the first time in history," President Biden tweeted.
President Biden halted border wall construction, but has yet to fulfill other campaign pledges.
The term refers to the person who will take over the government if a catastrophe occurs during the speech, when all the members of government are in the same place.
As part of the American Families Plan, all employees participating in pre-K programs and Head Start will earn at least $15 per hour.
The Constitution designates the president "shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the State of the Union, and recommend to their Consideration such Measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient."
Gonzalez is charged with the formidable task of reforming an agency whose work has come under withering criticism from progressives.
"The bottom line is clear: If you're vaccinated, you can do more things, more safely," the president said Tuesday.
"The Getting America Back on Track Tour" will include roughly 10 days of travel that will take top members of the Biden administration to roughly a dozen states, officials said.
He wins strong marks on the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as his handling of the pandemic.
The event will be "invitation-only for a limited number of members of Congress," according to a memo.
The first witness in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is expected to retake the stand Tuesday morning after a hearing over Trump's social media posts.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD made several arrests at a pro-Palestinian protest outside NYU's Stern School of Business in Gould Plaza.
Protesters have been arrested at Columbia and Yale as they've refused to move, calling for a break from Israel.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Those who prioritize climate change feel somewhat unsatisfied — more of them feel Biden has done too little.
Many Americans see an economic cost to combating climate change.
New York Attorney General Letitia James's office argued it is concerned about the financial wherewithal of Knight Specialty Insurance company, which posted the bond for former President Donald Trump.
The Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday in a case about whether Idaho's near-total ban on abortion is preempted by Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, or EMTALA.
Prosecutors objected some of the survey questions about Bryan Kohberger and the deaths of four University of Idaho students.
Antisemitic chants and even threats against Jewish students have brought the tension of the Middle East onto U.S. college campuses.
The first witness in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is expected to retake the stand Tuesday morning after a hearing over Trump's social media posts.
Karen, a "vibrant and beloved ostrich" at the Topeka Zoo, died after swallowing keys she nabbed from a staffer, the zoo announced on Facebook last week.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
Proposed deal "threatens to deprive consumers of the competition for affordable handbags," federal agency says.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
A "concierge service" that lets paying members bypass airport security lines is unfair to other travelers, California lawmaker says.
Tesla reduced prices by $2,000 on three of its five models in the U.S. and also slashed prices in China and Germany.
The first witness in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is expected to retake the stand Tuesday morning after a hearing over Trump's social media posts.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD made several arrests at a pro-Palestinian protest outside NYU's Stern School of Business in Gould Plaza.
Protesters have been arrested at Columbia and Yale as they've refused to move, calling for a break from Israel.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Tires emit huge volumes of particles and chemicals as they roll along the highway, and researchers are only beginning to understand the threat. One byproduct of tire use, 6PPD-q, is in regulators' crosshairs after it was found to be killing fish.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
To reduce recidivism, some rural counties are hiring community health workers or peer support specialists to connect people leaving custody to mental health, substance use treatment, medical services and jobs.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
In his final letter before he vanished on Mount Everest, George Mallory said his chances of reaching the world's highest peak were "50 to 1 against us."
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD made several arrests at a pro-Palestinian protest outside NYU's Stern School of Business in Gould Plaza.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
Facing widespread unhappiness over its response to the Israel-Hamas war, the writers' group PEN America has called off its annual awards ceremony.
The Spice Girls had a reunion on Saturday and even put on an impromptu performance.
Former Miss USA and Extra correspondent Cheslie Kryst shared her excitement about writing her first book, finishing the manuscript shortly before she died by suicide in 2022, at age 30. Her family says she battled severe depression for years. Now, her mother, April Simpkins, is honoring her daughter's wish by publishing her book. It's called "By the Time You Read This: The Space Between Cheslie's Smile and Mental Illness." April Simpkins joins us first on "CBS Mornings." For more information on Cheslie Kryst go to cheslieckrystfoundation.org
Best-selling author and dating coach Matthew Hussey, known for his popular podcast "Love Life with Matthew Hussey" and his popular YouTube videos, unveils his new book, "Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily -- No Matter What."
Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,'' became Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day while selling 1.6 million units. It’s on track to sell more than 2 million copies in its first week
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo is at the center of a global competition for semiconductor dominance. It's a battle that also puts her at the center of two of the hottest global national security hotspots. Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes spoke with Raimondo for the broadcast.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
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.
More than 100 nations, including the United States, have agreed to protect 30% of the world's oceans by 2030.
More than 100 nations have agreed to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. One way of doing this is to create what are known as Marine Protected Areas, where human activity is restricted or banned. Ben Tracy reports on how a mix of AI and satellite vessel tracking data can help.
A photo taken two days after the sinking of the RMS Titanic apparently shows the iceberg that doomed the so-called unsinkable ship in 1912. CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
A new CBS poll finds that most of the public favors the U.S. taking steps to address climate change. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers.
Climate change could cause a $38 trillion income loss per year globally by 2049, according to a new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research. CBS News' Lilia Luciano breaks down the numbers.
A recent report by the United Nations warned that 1 million species are at risk of extinction because of climate-related issues, and some scientists say the number could be even higher. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
Prosecutors objected some of the survey questions about Bryan Kohberger and the deaths of four University of Idaho students.
A growing form of fraud is posing physical, emotional, and financial threats to everyday Americans. Jim Axelrod reports on a romance scam turned tragic -- when a widow was swindled out of her life savings.
Laura Kowal's match on an online dating site wasn't what he seemed. Now her daughter is on a mission to expose the risk of romance scams: "It could happen to anybody."
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York got their first glimpse of the arguments both sides plan to make.
Federal law enforcement officials have brought charges against Xisen Guo, who is accused of creating an illicit marijuana-growing operation off the beaten path in rural Maine.
A process called cryopreservation allows cells to remain frozen but alive for hundreds of years. For some animal cells, the moon is the closest place that's cold enough.
The Lyrid meteor show is set to peak as the week begins.
April's full moon, known as the Pink Moon, will reach peak illumination on Tuesday, but it will appear full from Monday morning through Thursday morning.
NASA confirmed Monday that a mystery object that crashed through the roof of a Naples, Florida home last month was space junk from equipment discarded by the space station.
NASA said it agrees with an independent review board that concluded the project could cost up to $11 billion without major changes.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
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?
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
A photo taken two days after the sinking of the RMS Titanic apparently shows the iceberg that doomed the so-called unsinkable ship in 1912. CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
For the past two years, the U.S. has been quietly resettling hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian refugees. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with one of the families that escaped war and now live and work in New Jersey.
A growing form of fraud is posing physical, emotional, and financial threats to everyday Americans. Jim Axelrod reports on a romance scam turned tragic -- when a widow was swindled out of her life savings.
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
2024 kicked off with the highest number of drug shortages on record. CBS News reporter Erica Brown explains why some medications are harder to find and what's being done to fix the problem.