"Saved By The Bell" reboot adds transgender actress
18-year-old Josie Totah, who announced she is transgender in 2018, will join Mario Lopez and Elizabeth Berkley in the new series to debut in April.
Transgender Rights
Trans activists speak out against school sports legislation
Transgender pro athlete Chris Mosier has spoken out against the bill, which would fine violators $10,000.
Advocates blast bail for suspect in transgender teen's slaying
"I want to stress that the LGBTQ community is not safe with this monster on the streets," the victim's mother said.
Transgender worker suing Nike for $1.1M cites pronoun abuse
The sports giant failed to implement policies or trainings around the use of gender pronouns, harassment suit says.
Man charged in death of transgender teen missing for months
Nikki Kuhnhausen was a 17 year old who last spoke with her family on June 5. Vancouver, Washington Police say a suspect's cellphone records linked him to her.
Russian trans woman faces risky term in men's prison for erotic cartoons
Michelle, convicted on child pornography charges for posting nude cartoon images, has been on hormone therapy for years, but she's still legally male.
Trans women are targets behind bars, lawsuit claims
Class-action lawsuit claims trans women are discriminated against and face abuse in Colorado prisons due to their gender identity.
FBI: Hate crime murders hit record; anti-transgender crimes soar
Advocates say despite a slight decrease in hate crimes overall, the incidents remain "unacceptably high"
Always drops female symbol from packaging to be more inclusive
Advocates said removing the symbol may relieve some of the dysphoria felt by transgender and non-binary people during menstruation
Trans cyclist defends win after Trump Jr. tweet
Rachel McKinnon said her testosterone levels are actually lower than most women's
Man convicted in assault of transgender woman who was later killed
Muhlaysia Booker's gang assault and her unrelated murder drew national attention to violence against transgender people
Transgender youth: Navigating gender identity in adolescence
Five years after meeting a trio of children grappling with a grown-up issue, "Sunday Morning" met up with them to see how their lives have progressed
Ex-teacher suing district for firing over student pronouns
Vlaming citied his devout Christian faith when he refused to use male pronouns to refer to the transgender student
Man admits shooting transgender woman
Police in Dallas have said they are investigating as a hate crime; Domingo Ramirez-Cavente charged with assault
Transgender woman shot in apparent hate crime in Dallas
Friday night incident comes amid community concern over a series of attacks on transgender women in the Texas city
Betsy DeVos visits school with anti-transgender policy
"Why are you on a constant crusade against our #LGBTQ students & teachers?" one lawmaker fired at DeVos
Black transgender woman found burned to death
The Human Rights Campaign said Bee Love Slater is the 18th transgender woman to be killed this year
Chanel Beauty hires first openly transgender model
"I am the first openly trans person to work for the house of Chanel, and I am deeply humbled and proud to represent my community," Teddy Quinlivan said
Idaho must pay for transgender inmate's surgery, court rules
The inmate's lawyer argued it was cruel and unusual punishment to deny the surgery — a violation of the U.S. Constitution
Where the 2020 candidates stand on transgender issues
The 2020 candidates promise to address health care and criminal justice concerns for transgender people
Judge rules in favor of Grimm in transgender bathroom ban lawsuit
"(T)here is no question that the Board's policy discriminates against transgender students on the basis of their gender noncomformity," the judge wrote in his ruling
Victoria's Secret hires its first transgender model
The news comes after an executive at the company made derogatory comments about transgender and plus-sized models
Mario Lopez backs away from "ignorant" remarks on transgender kids
GLAAD spoke with Lopez's current employer, "Extra," and said they will address his comments on the show tonight
Mario Lopez under fire for transgender comments
In an interview with conservative host Candace Owens, Lopez said "I think it's dangerous as a parent" to allow a young child to determine they're transgender
Russian LGBTQ activist murdered after alleged death threats
Yelena Grigoryeva's personal details were allegedly listed on a website created to "hunt for homosexual, bisexual and transgender people" in Russia
U.S.
Weeks after ice storm in northeast Mississippi, 25,000 still without power
Nearly two weeks after a catastrophic ice storm rocked northeast Mississippi, still 25,000 customers are without power as of Feb. 5.
Frustrations from judge, prosecutor in Minnesota boil over amid Trump's ICE surge
U.S. District Judge Jerry Blackwell admonished the Trump administration for what he said was a failure to comply with judicial orders, warning it is "not above the law."
The typical American worker has $955 saved for retirement
Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.
Bad Bunny says 2026 Super Bowl halftime show will "be a huge party"
Bad Bunny says he wants to bring his culture to his Super Bowl halftime show Sunday.
Exclusive
Maryland man faces attempted murder charges for targeting OMB director
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
As silver prices soar, jeweler Pandora turns to platinum
One jewelry company is looking to offset surging silver prices by plating its pieces with an even more precious metal.
Layoffs jumped in January as companies pull back on hiring
Employers cut more than 108,000 jobs in January, the highest total for that month since 2009, new data shows.
Who entered Epstein's jail tier the night of his death? Files raise new questions.
Newly released documents from the Epstein files raise more questions about activity seen on video from the jail the night he died.
Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
Nancy Guthrie "still out there," sheriff says, as FBI offers $50,000 reward
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
What Savannah Guthrie video reveals about strategy to get mom home
In a video message, Savannah Guthrie and her siblings sought to tell their mother's possible abductor – or abductors – that they are "ready to talk."
U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Republicans pan Democrats' demands for ICE reform as DHS funding cliff nears
Senate Republicans criticized Democrats' list of demands to rein in ICE, further reducing the odds of reaching a deal on DHS funding.
Minnesota activist arrested and charged with threatening ICE agents
Prosecutors allege that Kyle Wagner, 37, shared social media posts threatening ICE agents.
A timeline of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as search intensifies
The search for Savannah's Guthrie's mom, Nancy Guthrie, stretches into a fifth day after she disappeared over the weekend.
Bio lab found in Las Vegas is similar to California scene, officials say
Officials in Reedley, California said they had tried to warn federal authorities about the possibility of similar labs after one was found there in 2023.
Why now is a good time to start house-hunting
Housing affordability is improving as more homeowners list their properties, according to data from Zillow.
States and hometowns with the most 2026 Winter Olympic athletes
Explore which states have the highest number of athletes competing for the U.S. Olympic team at the 2026 Winter Games, and search for your own hometown.
Criminals plot to sack Super Bowl fans for a loss with these online scams
Lawmakers are warning Americans to beware the many financial scams linked to Super Bowl LX, from fake betting sites to counterfeit tickets.
Trump "deploying all resources" to get Savannah Guthrie's mom home
President Trump said he is directing all federal law enforcement to be at the "complete disposal" of Savannah Guthrie's family as the search continues for her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Wildfire smoke pollution linked to 24,100 U.S. deaths per year, study finds
"Our message is: Wildfire smoke is very dangerous. It is an increasing threat to human health," said a study author.
2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes, events and milestones by the numbers
The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
Sixth person arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana
Police have accused members of a motorcycle club and a street gang of targeting the judge.
LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
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Weeks after ice storm in northeast Mississippi, 25,000 still without power
Nearly two weeks after a catastrophic ice storm rocked northeast Mississippi, still 25,000 customers are without power as of Feb. 5.
Frustrations from judge, prosecutor in Minnesota boil over amid Trump's ICE surge
U.S. District Judge Jerry Blackwell admonished the Trump administration for what he said was a failure to comply with judicial orders, warning it is "not above the law."
The typical American worker has $955 saved for retirement
Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.
Bad Bunny says 2026 Super Bowl halftime show will "be a huge party"
Bad Bunny says he wants to bring his culture to his Super Bowl halftime show Sunday.
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Maryland man faces attempted murder charges for targeting OMB director
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
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Poll: Fewer feel prices rising, but most see a gap between richest, middle class
Poll on the economy and opportunity finds fewer feel prices rising, while most see a gap between the richest and the middle class.
The typical American worker has $955 saved for retirement
Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.
As silver prices soar, jeweler Pandora turns to platinum
One jewelry company is looking to offset surging silver prices by plating its pieces with an even more precious metal.
Layoffs jumped in January as companies pull back on hiring
Employers cut more than 108,000 jobs in January, the highest total for that month since 2009, new data shows.
Why now is a good time to start house-hunting
Housing affordability is improving as more homeowners list their properties, according to data from Zillow.
Politics
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Frustrations from judge, prosecutor in Minnesota boil over amid Trump's ICE surge
U.S. District Judge Jerry Blackwell admonished the Trump administration for what he said was a failure to comply with judicial orders, warning it is "not above the law."
Poll: Fewer feel prices rising, but most see a gap between richest, middle class
Poll on the economy and opportunity finds fewer feel prices rising, while most see a gap between the richest and the middle class.
"Tsunami" of immigration cases strains U.S. Attorney's offices across America
As immigration sweeps expand nationwide, the work of justifying detentions is overwhelming federal prosecutors, who are being forced to sideline a range of other cases in order to keep pace.
Exclusive
Maryland man faces attempted murder charges for targeting OMB director
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
Who entered Epstein's jail tier the night of his death? Files raise new questions.
Newly released documents from the Epstein files raise more questions about activity seen on video from the jail the night he died.
HealthWatch
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Anti-doping agency responds to penis injection claims at Olympics
In ski jumping, a small difference in suit size can make a significant difference in an athlete's performance.
U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Concern over safety and justice as U.S. moves 7,000 ISIS suspects to Iraq
Iraq says it's ready to put thousands of ISIS suspects transferred by the U.S. from Syria on trial. Can it really offer "fair and decisive" justice?
Russia says huge meteorite chunk discovered before being smuggled to U.K.
Russia's customs service says a 2.8-ton chunk of the Aletai meteorite was found in a shipping container, labeled as a garden ornament.
Ukraine and Russia carry out first prisoner exchange in 5 months
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff calls Ukraine and Russia's exchange of 314 prisoners "tangible progress," but acknowledges a lot of work left to end the war.
Entertainment
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Bad Bunny says 2026 Super Bowl halftime show will "be a huge party"
Bad Bunny says he wants to bring his culture to his Super Bowl halftime show Sunday.
LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
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Technology
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has 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.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Science
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
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.
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Crime
Officials: Nancy Guthrie is "still out there"
Investigators believe "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, is "still out there." CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have the latest on the search for the missing woman.
FBI: Deadline on Guthrie ransom note is 5 p.m.
The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Anna Schecter breaks down what we know and Marlon Marrache, a retired LAPD sergeant, joins with analysis.
Latest details on Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Officials gave an update Thursday on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, saying they believe she is "still out there" and offering a $50,000 reward for information in the case. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
$50,000 reward offered for Nancy Guthrie info
The FBI said it's offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, as the search continues for the 84-year-old who was last seen at her Arizona home on Saturday. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said he believes Nancy Guthrie is "still out there."
Nancy Guthrie "still out there," sheriff says, as FBI offers $50,000 reward
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
Space
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Space
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Arthur Brooks on misconceptions about therapy
A growing number of Americans are seeking time with a counselor to help treat depression and anxiety. One in seven Americans received mental health counseling or therapy in 2024, according to the CDC. However, CBS News contributor Arthur Brooks says therapy won't necessarily make you happier. He joins "CBS Mornings News" to talk about how to improve your well-being and his upcoming book, "The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness."
Concerns about health care costs
According to a new KFF Health tracking poll, two-thirds of those surveyed say they worry about not being able to afford health coverage and more than half say costs have gone up in the past year. Renuka Rayasam, senior correspondent at KFF Health News, joins CBS News to discuss.
U.S.-Russia nuclear treaty expires
The U.S. and Russia have agreed to hold high-level military talks just hours after the last remaining nuclear treaty between the two super-powers expired. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
Sheriff, FBI on Nancy Guthrie search
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos and Heith Janke, the special agent in charge of the FBI's field office in Phoenix, gave an update on the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. Nanos said investigators believe Guthrie is "still out there." The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information on her whereabouts.
Officials: Nancy Guthrie is "still out there"
Investigators believe "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, is "still out there." CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have the latest on the search for the missing woman.