Scott Pelley reflects on Cronkite's legacy
On thedate of Walter Cronkite's 100th birthday, the "CBS Evening News" anchor describes how Cronkite's presence is felt today
Walter Cronkite: 1916-2006
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Harbach Reads 'Sea Fever'
Harbach Reads 'Sea Fever'
Chip Cronkite on His Father
Chip Cronkite on His Father
Sanford Socolow on Cronkite
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America's Anchor
Looking back at the incredible journey of "America's Anchor," John Glenn, Historian Douglas Brinkley, and Bob Schieffer join Harry Smith to discuss the life and legacy of Walter Cronkite.
Cronkite's Funeral Scheduled for Thursday
Newsman to be Buried in Missouri Following NYC Service
Politicians, Peers Remember Cronkite
Tributes to 'Most Trusted Man in America' from the Worlds of Politics, Journalism and Entertainment
Highlights of Some Cronkite Broadcasts
Legendary Anchor Covered Some of Biggest Stories of Century
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Toyota pledges to invest $10 billion in U.S. operations
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Northern lights spotted in skies across U.S. See the photos.
Northern lights were seen in states spanning from Minnesota and Massachusetts to Florida, Colorado and Texas.
Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
A report released by human rights groups found that the treatment of Venezuelan migrants imprisoned in El Salvador's CECOT prison amounted to arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance.
Flight cancellations, air travel delays could persist after shutdown ends
Travelers may still have to deal with flight issues even when the government shutdown ends, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Epstein said Trump "knew about the girls" in 2019 email, House Democrats say
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County apologizes for raid on newspaper, agrees to pay $3 million
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House returns after nearly 2-month absence as shutdown nears end
The House returns Wednesday for the first time since the start of the government shutdown, bringing an end to the chamber's longest absence in recent memory.
3 Bob Ross paintings fetch over $600,000 for public TV; 27 still on block
Three paintings from public television legend Bob Ross sold for more than $600,000 at auction. They were the first of 30 Ross works being sold to benefit public TV stations hurt by cuts in federal funding.
Cleto Escobedo III, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" bandleader, dies at 59
Cleto Escobedo III, longtime bandleader of the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show, has died, Jimmy Kimmel announced Tuesday. He was 59.
Severe geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights to much of U.S.
A severe geomagnetic storm could cause widespread disruption to infrastructure technology and make northern lights visible for much of the northern half of the U.S.
Supreme Court extends brief stay on SNAP payments as shutdown deal nears
With Congress on the brink of a deal to end the government shutdown, the Supreme Court has agreed to keep in place a brief pause on SNAP benefit payments.
Antonio Brown pleads not guilty to attempted murder charge in Miami shooting
Former NFL star Antonio Brown was returning Tuesday to Miami to face an attempted murder charge stemming from a May shooting, with his lawyer filing a not guilty plea on his behalf.
Senior Trump officials roast Sergio Gor, the new U.S. ambassador to India
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other Trump officials told stories about Gor, the former White House presidential personnel director who is now ambassador to India.
Killer who wrote message in victim's blood to die by firing squad after appeal rejected
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Saudis to host investment summit in D.C. during crown prince's visit, sources say
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A 107% U.S. import tax on Italian pasta could make your spaghetti pricier
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Democrat Adelita Grijalva to be sworn in 7 weeks after winning House election
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Sonder tells guests to leave immediately after Marriott partnership ends
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50-year mortgage idea not fully vetted by top Trump officials, sources say
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Suspect identified 27 years after woman murdered in suburban D.C. hospital
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Shutdown deal lets senators sue for $500K over data seizures in Jan. 6 probe
A provision of shutdown deal authorizes senators to bring lawsuits if federal law enforcement seizes or subpoenas their data without notifying them, with potential damages of $500,000.
Sally Kirkland, actor known for roles in "Anna" and "The Sting," dies at 84
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ByHeart baby formula recalls all products amid growing botulism outbreak
Baby formula manufacturer ByHeart recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday.
Wendy's to close hundreds of U.S. stores as low-income consumers cut back
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Toyota pledges to invest $10 billion in U.S. operations
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Northern lights spotted in skies across U.S. See the photos.
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Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
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Flight cancellations, air travel delays could persist after shutdown ends
Travelers may still have to deal with flight issues even when the government shutdown ends, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
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Toyota pledges to invest $10 billion in U.S. operations
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These Wall Street titans are expected at Trump's White House dinner tonight
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A 107% U.S. import tax on Italian pasta could make your spaghetti pricier
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Sonder tells guests to leave immediately after Marriott partnership ends
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Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
A report released by human rights groups found that the treatment of Venezuelan migrants imprisoned in El Salvador's CECOT prison amounted to arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance.
Epstein said Trump "knew about the girls" in 2019 email, House Democrats say
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Israeli president says he can't pardon Netanyahu on Trump's request alone
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These Wall Street titans are expected at Trump's White House dinner tonight
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ByHeart baby formula recalls all products amid growing botulism outbreak
Baby formula manufacturer ByHeart recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday.
Air pollution in India's capital draws protests as schools are shuttered
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Baby formula recall expands as at least 15 infants sickened by botulism
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"They don't return home": U.S. cities fail to curb traffic deaths
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Houston reported more traffic fatalities than homicides last year.
Extended: FDA chief on menopause treatments
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Venezuela launches huge military exercise as U.S. Navy draws near
Venezuela has announced a major military exercise, reportedly involving 200,000 troops, as a U.S. Navy flotilla nears Caribbean waters.
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Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
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Israeli president says he can't pardon Netanyahu on Trump's request alone
Israel's president says Trump sent him a letter asking him to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who's on trial in three separate corruption cases.
Turkish military cargo plane crash kills 20 soldiers
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Stars of "Eternity" discuss romantic comedy
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Alicia Silverstone on "A Merry Little Ex-Mas"
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"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" bandleader dies at 59
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People can't tell AI-generated music from real thing anymore, survey shows
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Cleto Escobedo III, longtime bandleader of the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show, has died, Jimmy Kimmel announced Tuesday. He was 59.
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Google sues China-based hackers over massive text-phishing scams
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Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
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Lawsuits accuse ChatGPT of enabling suicide
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Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns
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Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
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Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
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James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97
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Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in water hotter than jacuzzi
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House committee releases more Epstein emails
Democratic lawmakers in the House Oversight Committee released a set of emails that appear to highlight what Jeffrey Epstein claimed that President Trump knew about his dealings. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Nancy Cordes report.
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A severe geomagnetic storm could cause widespread disruption to infrastructure technology and make northern lights visible for much of the northern half of the U.S.
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AOC on potential end of government shutdown
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is weighing in as the House of Representatives prepares to vote on a funding bill that may end the government shutdown. This comes as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer continues to face backlash from Democrats on the shutdown ending.
Rubio attends G7 meetings in Canada
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Report on CECOT treatment of migrants
A Human Rights Watch and Cristosal report details the alleged abuse that Venezuelan migrants were subjected to while detained at El Salvador's CECOT mega prison. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Venezuela conducts military exercise
Venezuela is conducting a massive military exercise as tensions rise near its shores. This comes as the USS Gerald R. Ford enters the Southern Command, and as U.S. strikes against apparent drug-carrying vessels continue. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
Vance Boelter headed to court
The man accused of killing Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband during a shooting rampage in June is headed to federal court on Wednesday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.