Pennsylvania woman leaves career to serve veterans
Her charity, Roots for Boots, has changed the lives of veterans.
Veterans: Honoring Our Heroes
Two West Point cadets earn Rhodes Scholarships
For West Point Cadets Evan Walker and Tyrese Bender, the road to becoming Rhodes Scholars was paved with hard work and commitment to school, sports, and integrity.
America's oldest WWII vet gets a helping hand
At 111 years old, New Orleans resident Lawrence Brooks is believed to be the country's oldest living World War II veteran. Upon celebrating his latest birthday, during a call with the state's governor, Brooks mentioned his leaky roof. The state quickly found a remedy. Jamie Wax reports.
WWII fighter pilot takes to the skies on 100th birthday
In honor of Veterans Day, CBS News salutes an extraordinary World War II fighter pilot, who is still flying 75 years after the war.
Trump makes first formal public appearance since election defeat
The president had not held an official appearance since Thursday.
Military veterans say racism in the ranks often isn't camouflaged
The Pentagon says it is addressing diversity and increase inclusivity in the ranks of service members, to "strengthen our military readiness"
Thousands participate in Steve Hartman's "Taps Across America"
Trumpet and bugle players across the world played Taps to honor America's fallen heroes on Memorial Day.
How the Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman honors the fallen
"It's important that I come here and reflect and remember the fallen," said Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman General Mark Milley.
Trump observes Memorial Day with two visits
Both Arlington National Cemetery and Fort McHenry are closed to the public because of the coronavirus pandemic.
How to participate in Steve Hartman's "Taps Across America"
Thousands of trumpet and bugle players will sound Taps from their porches on Memorial Day.
The women pilots of WWII
Large VE Day celebrations scheduled to take place this weekend were canceled due to the coronavirus, but a new book celebrates some of the unsung heroes of the U.S. war effort. Jan Crawford spoke to one of the women pilots who helped break down barriers by taking to the sky.
Iwo Jima war hero honored for service
Hershel “Woody” Williams is the last surviving World War II Marine to receive the Medal of Honor in that conflict. His trip this spring to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima was canceled, but the 96-year-old shared his advice about heroism, service and survival with Jan Crawford.
96-year-old WWII veteran plays harmonica at West Point
"Harmonica Pete" has played gigs around the world — but this was one of his most meaningful performances yet
VA program helps elite warriors heal unseen wounds of war
For many service members, the program is the first time they've met with a therapist.
A promise fulfilled: Filming a story of heroism in battle
In 1966 William Pitsenbarger was killed in action after saving more than 60 service members ambushed by the Viet Cong; now his story, and the decades-long fight to honor his sacrifice, is told in a new movie, "The Last Full Measure"
Next U.S. Navy aircraft carrier to be named after African American Pearl Harbor hero
Instead of presidents or admirals, an enlisted sailor will be honored when the USS Doris Miller is christened
103-year-old WWII veteran gets the recognition he deserves
Peter Fantasia was captured and spent six months as a prisoner of war in 1944 while serving as an Army medic in France,
Female Thunderbird pilot inspiring others to chase their dreams
Michelle Curran flew 160 combat hours in Afghanistan before joining the team.
Veteran now a freshman at Yale with help from his service dog
James Hatch was a dog handler in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Veterans' business supports education for Afghan girls
After serving in Afghanistan, Matthew Griffin and Donald Lee knew they wanted to do something to help the children there.
Soldierstone, a hidden memorial in Colorado honoring forgotten war veterans
In a remote and unmarked field high in the Rocky Mountains, a former Green Beret erected a pillar of granite in tribute to fallen compatriots.
Elite unit works to give fellow Marines the funeral they deserve
"We would just ask that people don't think about us, that they think about the Marines that we are honoring"
All-black Women's Army Corps unit still fighting for recognition
Nearly 900 women went to Europe during the war, and delivered mail to the troops, while bombs dropped around them
Veterans in graduate school pay it forward to younger students
Veterans who return to campus know better than most students, the path to success is not always straightforward.
FitOps helping veterans transition to civilian life
Randy Lloyd said he hit rock bottom after serving in Iraq, but found a new path through FitOps, a non-profit that teaches veterans how to become personal trainers
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Tech giant Eric Schmidt warns China is catching up to U.S. in A.I.
On "Intelligence Matters" this week, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt joins host Michael Morell to make the argument for A.I. as a national security priority.
How farming in the Mississippi Delta can save America's food supply chain
As climate change threatens the abundance of produce crops in California, one project is looking at viable farming options in the Mississippi Delta River region.
Kristin Smart was buried in suspect's dad's backyard: authorities
Prosecutors say in a court document the long-missing college student was once buried in the backyard of the murder suspect's father's home.
Raiders slammed over "I can breathe" Derek Chauvin verdict tweet
The tweet faced backlash across social media, most notably from Lebron James.
Police shoot teen girl to death in Ohio and release bodycam video
Police didn't identify her but her family and Franklin County Children Services identified her as 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant.
Nation reacts to Derek Chauvin's conviction
Protesters in Minneapolis cheered Tuesday after a jury convicted former police officer Derek Chauvin of all three counts in the death of George Floyd.
Chauvin convicted of all charges in George Floyd's death
Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Praise for teen who filmed George Floyd's murder
"Her bravery in that moment must never be forgotten," actress Kerry Washington said of Frazier.
Police reform legislation has "more momentum" post Chauvin verdict
The House passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in March.
"A moment of accountability": Lawmakers react to Chauvin verdict
Chauvin was found guilty on all three counts in the killing of George Floyd.
Biden calls Chauvin murder conviction a "step forward"
The president spoke with George Floyd's family after the judge read the guilty verdict.
1 dead, 2 wounded in shooting at New York grocery store
A grocery store worker allegedly killed one of the store's managers and wounded two of his co-workers in a shooting at a Stop & Shop on New York's Long Island Tuesday morning, police said.
House tables resolution to censure Maxine Waters over Chauvin trial
She had told protesters to "get more confrontational." After Chauvin's guilty verdict, Waters said, "Someone said it better than me: 'I'm not celebrating, I'm relieved.'"
Californians want to keep working from home post-pandemic
A survey by the University of Southern California found that 42% of current, full-time remote workers want to keep working from home.
Minneapolis community leaders look toward long-term goals
Local and national leaders have been holding events in the city since the trial began.
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Super League collapses after 6 English clubs withdraw
The teams deserted the proposal amid an escalating backlash from their supporters and warnings from the British government that legislation could be introduced to thwart it.
U.K. music icons demand artists get fair pay for streams
More than 150 British musicians, including Paul McCartney, Kate Bush and Annie Lennox, wrote to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson asking for reforms.
Russia restricts airspace near Ukraine amid wargames in the Black Sea
Moscow unilaterally declares parts of the Black Sea, and the airspace above it, no-go zones as EU says Putin has put 100,000 troops in Crimea and along Ukraine's border.
Table Mountain wildfire burns historic University of Cape Town library
Firefighters were battling "extreme circumstances" for a 3rd day to put out the blaze on the slopes of the iconic South African mountain.
Longtime president of Chad killed battling rebels, military says
Death of President Idriss Deby Itno, who ruled the African nation for more than 3 decades, came just hours after he was granted a new 6-year term.
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Tech giant Eric Schmidt warns China is catching up to U.S. in A.I.
On "Intelligence Matters" this week, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt joins host Michael Morell to make the argument for A.I. as a national security priority.
How farming in the Mississippi Delta can save America's food supply chain
As climate change threatens the abundance of produce crops in California, one project is looking at viable farming options in the Mississippi Delta River region.
Kristin Smart was buried in suspect's dad's backyard: authorities
Prosecutors say in a court document the long-missing college student was once buried in the backyard of the murder suspect's father's home.
Raiders slammed over "I can breathe" Derek Chauvin verdict tweet
The tweet faced backlash across social media, most notably from Lebron James.
Police shoot teen girl to death in Ohio and release bodycam video
Police didn't identify her but her family and Franklin County Children Services identified her as 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant.
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Tech giant Eric Schmidt warns China is catching up to U.S. in A.I.
On "Intelligence Matters" this week, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt joins host Michael Morell to make the argument for A.I. as a national security priority.
Democrats unveil bill for tuition-free college
New legislation would make four-year public college tuition-free for students from families making less than $125,000.
Defiant Ted Nugent admits he tested positive for COVID-19
In a video, the rocker repeatedly uses racist slurs to refer to COVID and repeats that he won't get the vaccine because "nobody knows what's in it," which is wrong.
Police reform legislation has "more momentum" post Chauvin verdict
The House passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in March.
"A moment of accountability": Lawmakers react to Chauvin verdict
Chauvin was found guilty on all three counts in the killing of George Floyd.
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Defiant Ted Nugent admits he tested positive for COVID-19
In a video, the rocker repeatedly uses racist slurs to refer to COVID and repeats that he won't get the vaccine because "nobody knows what's in it," which is wrong.
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Super League collapses after 6 English clubs withdraw
The teams deserted the proposal amid an escalating backlash from their supporters and warnings from the British government that legislation could be introduced to thwart it.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? These are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Kobe Bryant's estate and Nike end partnership after 18 years
"My hope will always be to allow Kobe's fans to get and wear his products," Vanessa Bryant said. " I will continue to fight for that. Kobe's products sell out in seconds. That says everything."
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Astronauts prepare for launch to International Space Station
Thursday morning's launch marks SpaceX's third piloted flight to orbit and the first with a "used" Crew Dragon ferry ship.
Apple unveils new products and colors including purple iPhone
New AirTag device will require iPhone iOS 14.5 software which includes long-awaited App Tracking Transparency.
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
Roblox moves to address sexual content on gaming platform
Gaming service popular with kids and teens has struggled to keep sexually explicit material off its platform.
Apple releases long-awaited software update to curb tracking
New mobile platform has privacy controls to limit how advertisers and companies like Facebook can track you online.
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How farming in the Mississippi Delta can save America's food supply chain
As climate change threatens the abundance of produce crops in California, one project is looking at viable farming options in the Mississippi Delta River region.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
As carbon emissions surge, can China and Japan quit the coal?
Scientists say COVID rebound fueling 2nd sharpest spike in carbon emissions ever, as some of the most advanced nations have serious old-school fuel addictions.
CBS News Poll — Eye on Earth: What do Americans think can be done on climate?
Americans weigh in on climate change objectives and how achievable they seem.
One senator's proposal to save forests and create jobs
Colorado Senator Michael Bennet introduces legislation that would put billions into restoring and maintaining forests, watersheds and rangelands in the West.
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The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24, 2021, from 10am - 2pm.
Californians want to keep working from home post-pandemic
A survey by the University of Southern California found that 42% of current, full-time remote workers want to keep working from home.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
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P&G will raise prices this fall. Is inflation far behind?
Higher commodity costs are trickling down to store shelves, raising fears that household budgets may soon feel pain.
Apple unveils new products and colors including purple iPhone 12
New AirTag device will require iPhone iOS 14.5 software which includes long-awaited App Tracking Transparency.
Property is a pandemic obsession — especially in smaller cities
Americans are buying homes in cities like Austin, Texas and Boise, Idaho as they seek more space amid still-low interest rates.
Why you should update your iPhone software today
New mobile platform has privacy controls to limit how advertisers and companies like Facebook can track you online.
Minority-owned banks draw billions in funding and donations
The U.S., along with some of the nation's biggest banks, are pumping big bucks into Minority Depository Institutions.
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Kristin Smart was buried in suspect's dad's backyard: authorities
Prosecutors say in a court document the long-missing college student was once buried in the backyard of the murder suspect's father's home.
Police shoot teen girl to death in Ohio and release bodycam video
Police didn't identify her but her family and Franklin County Children Services identified her as 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant.
Nation reacts to Derek Chauvin's conviction
Protesters in Minneapolis cheered Tuesday after a jury convicted former police officer Derek Chauvin of all three counts in the death of George Floyd.
Chauvin convicted of all charges in George Floyd's death
Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Praise for teen who filmed George Floyd's murder
"Her bravery in that moment must never be forgotten," actress Kerry Washington said of Frazier.
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Astronauts prepare for launch to International Space Station
Thursday morning's launch marks SpaceX's third piloted flight to orbit and the first with a "used" Crew Dragon ferry ship.
Amazon buying Atlas 5 rockets to launch its internet satellites
Amazon's Kuiper system of internet relay satellites will compete with OneWeb and SpaceX's Starlink program.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter makes maiden flight on Mars
Ingenuity became the first aircraft to fly on another planet.
New study challenges laws of physics
A recent scientific experiment could impact our understanding about the laws of physics. It found evidence from the behavior of an atomic particle that points to undiscovered forces in the universe that may have played a critical part in its creation and expansion. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, author of the new book "Cosmic Queries: StarTalk's Guide to Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We're Going," joins CBSN AM to talk about the discovery.
Life aboard the International Space Station
One of the most out-of-this-world travel destinations is 250 miles above the Earth, where scientific studies include the effects of long-term exposure to weightlessness, and the feasibility of extended travel into deep space.
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Murder map: Deadliest U.S. cities
You might be surprised by the murder rates in major cities across the U.S.
Locked up for half his life, Crosley Green tastes freedom
A federal judge says Crosley Green was wrongfully convicted of murder. "48 Hours" spends the first hours of freedom with the Florida man.
Prince Philip through the years
Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family.
Inside the night that led to Kat West's mysterious death
Authorities who investigated the death of the 42-year-old stay-at-home mom retraced not only the night of her death, but also her online life.
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Behind the hottest housing markets
Some cities across the country are witnessing outsized demand from homebuyers, with competitive bidding and rising property prices. After a sharp drop-off in interest at the start of the pandemic, Americans returned their attention to home-buying with vigor. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi has more on the hottest housing markets.
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Does the Supreme Court Need Reform?
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series examines growing calls to overhaul the Supreme Court.
The Chauvin Verdict
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all charges in the death of George Floyd. CBS News takes an in-depth look at the trial, the impact of the case on policing and what Floyd's death means for the country going forward. CBS News' Gayle King and Norah O'Donnell anchor this CBS News special.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.