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During a speech at the National American Legion Convention in Minneapolis Monday, President Obama explains why he decided to send condolence letters to the families of service members who commit suicide in combat zones.
In a policy shift, the parents of Chance Keesling, an Army Specialist who committed suicide in Iraq, have been told they will receive some kind of recognition from the White House, though not an official presidential condolence letter. Elaine Quijano reports.
New research shows a link between older veterans who had a traumatic brain injury and an increased risk of dementia. Dr. Jennifer Ashton profiles a young Afghanistan veteran who could be at risk.
According to a soon-to-be-published study in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan are seven times more likely to report having lung problems compared with non-deployed vets. CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller reports.
Russ Mitchell reports on a special program, Veterans Green Jobs, that retrains returning veterans for careers in wilderness protection.
The Wounded Warriors baseball team is comprised of veterans who, despite losing a part of them on the battlefield, prove they still have what it takes on the ball field. Mark Strassmann reports.
CBS News Chief White House correspondent Norah O'Donnell on Thursday asked if tax hikes or an adjustment in the fee structure for VA loans will pay for the veterans jobs bill.
For many veterans, years of military service are not helping them find a job. The unemployment rate for veterans aged 18 to 24 is more than 30 percent. Elaine Quijano reports on the struggle to put military members back to work.
Young veterans returning to civilian life are facing an unemployment rate of 30 percent. But, a group of enterprising veterans are aiming to change all that. Hattie Kauffman reports on "Military Clean."
President Obama on Monday said we will stand by "our veterans as long as it takes," as he signed into law the "VOW to Hire Heroes Act." The legislation creates tax breaks for companies hiring jobless vets.
The current job market is proving difficult for returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans - especially for women - reports John Blackstone.
President Obama honored the sacrifice of the fallen patriots and pays special tribute to Vietnam Veterans. The president pledged to renew the search for the more than 16,000 Americans still missing from the Vietnam War. Anthony Mason reports.
1.6 million American troops have served in either Iraq or Afghanistan, and more than 1,600 of them lost a limb during their deployments. You might think that would preclude them from competing in a marathon, but you would be completely wrong.
President Obama awarded the medal to an Army specialist killed in combat in 1970 while serving in Cambodia
Teb Stocks, the leader of two American platoons ambushed by North Vietnamese on a Cambodian battlefield 42 years ago, tells CBS News' David Martin about Specialist Leslie Sabo, who was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously Wednesday at the White House.
Leslie Sabo, who died 42 years ago while protecting his comrades, is finally getting the Medal of Honor
Private John Needham beat a woman he loved to death – that much is certain. What is not known for sure is what role post-traumatic stress disorder may have played in Needham's actions when he killed 19-year-old Jacque Villagomez
After several requests for help were denied, Dakota Meyer took matters into his own hands to try and save his trapped comrades in Afghanistan
President praises 23-year-old Marine for valor and for being "one of the most down to earth guys that you will ever meet"
President Obama presented the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military decoration, to 23-year-old Marine Sgt. Dakota Meyer. He told David Martin how he earned the accolade in an interview to air this Sunday on "60 Minutes."
Former Marine Dakota Meyer to be honored for saving 36 lives during Afghan ambush; Shares cold one with president on White House patio
Dakota Meyer to become only 3rd living recipient of military's highest bravery award for actions in Iraq or Afghanistan
President Obama awarded the Medal of Honor to Sgt. First Class Leroy A. Petry for his selfless courage during a raid three years ago in Afghanistan. David Martin reports on the heroic recipient.
Sgt. 1st Class Leroy Petry becomes second living Medal of Honor recipient for wars in Afghanistan and Iraq
Sgt. 1st Class Leroy Arthur Petry, recipient of President Obama's second Medal of Honor to a living service member for duties in the Iraq or Afghanistan wars, said Tuesday he is "humbled" to be singled out.
Trump, a native New Yorker and self-described Knicks fan, said he was invited to attend a Knicks playoff game by the team's owner James Dolan, who has donated to Mr. Trump's political campaigns.
The money is expected to fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in California.
Jesse Calhoun's defense attorney entered a not-guilty plea on his behalf in a Portland courtroom.
The Senate will soon hold what's expected to be a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
At least 207 people have been killed since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in September.
SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month in what could be the largest stock market debut ever, and it would put Elon Musk on course to becoming the first trillionaire.
The school has fought lawsuits in federal court since 2018 brought by former student athletes against the university over its failure to stop abuse by Dr. Richard Strauss.
The USDA said the only animal affected was a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas, after larvae were identified in its umbilical area.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
"Chelsea Jane Doe," who was found brutally murdered in Massachusetts in 2000, has been identified as Tiffany Bradley of Allentown, Pennsylvania.
American Airlines said it is temporarily cutting six routes amid rising jet fuel costs, including several flights to Los Angeles.
Bill Pulte, President Trump's pick for acting director of national intelligence, is being met with some skepticism on Capitol Hill.
Safety watchdog said seat belts in certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln vehicles may inadvertently lock, preventing them from functioning properly.
Ric Grenell, the former president of the Kennedy Center, gave a victim impact statement in court about the threats.
Air traffic control also referred to the pilot of a small plane as "Mad Max."
A Virginia woman alleges she suffered serious injuries after slipping on what appeared to be mashed potatoes at an Outback Steakhouse.
Beneficiaries would continue receiving payments if Social Security's trust fund is depleted, but checks could shrink by about 24%, according to a new report.
Senate Republicans moved forward with a package to fund the Department of Homeland Security's immigration agencies Wednesday.
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
CBS News has fired longtime 60 Minutes correspondent and former "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley one day after he had a tense and confrontational exchange with new 60 Minutes executive producer Nick Bilton.
The superseding indictment does not contain any new charges or name new defendants from the original version, which was returned in April.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
According to an official familiar with the investigation, new digital forensic evidence appears to undercut Brian Hooker's account of his wife's disappearance, although they did not specify how.
The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene early Wednesday morning, the Bakersfield Police Department said.
"It will be a very long, multi-month to multi-year process for things to fully normalize," GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan said.
Trump, a native New Yorker and self-described Knicks fan, said he was invited to attend a Knicks playoff game by the team's owner James Dolan, who has donated to Mr. Trump's political campaigns.
The money is expected to fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in California.
Jesse Calhoun's defense attorney entered a not-guilty plea on his behalf in a Portland courtroom.
The Senate will soon hold what's expected to be a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
At least 207 people have been killed since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in September.
The money is expected to fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in California.
SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month in what could be the largest stock market debut ever, and it would put Elon Musk on course to becoming the first trillionaire.
American Airlines said it is temporarily cutting six routes amid rising jet fuel costs, including several flights to Los Angeles.
Safety watchdog said seat belts in certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln vehicles may inadvertently lock, preventing them from functioning properly.
The Points Guy's annual ranking gives extra weight to affordability this year as higher fuel costs and airline fees squeeze travelers.
Trump, a native New Yorker and self-described Knicks fan, said he was invited to attend a Knicks playoff game by the team's owner James Dolan, who has donated to Mr. Trump's political campaigns.
The money is expected to fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in California.
The Senate will soon hold what's expected to be a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
At least 207 people have been killed since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in September.
President Trump is expected to nominate Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to serve in the role permanently, several sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
A possible case of the flesh-eating New World screwworm is being investigated in Texas, the USDA reported Wednesday.
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
A new drug was shown in trials to keep pancreatic cancer patients alive for twice as long as chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Sentri7, drug diversion software powered by artificial intelligence and used at hundreds of U.S. hospitals, did not catch a monthslong string of fentanyl thefts in Tennessee in 2025, according to a state document.
A Sherpa guide was found crawling to base camp on Mount Everest a week after he went missing.
Wildlife experts backed by a sniffer dog and a thermal-imaging drone operator are searching for the "extremely shy" marsupial, officials said.
Iran says there's been no progress in talks with the U.S. after tit-for-tat strikes, as Hezbollah rejects new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
The Israeli and Lebanese governments have agreed to implement a ceasefire, after weeks of deadly fighting between Israel and Hezbollah had imperiled broader negotiations between the U.S. and Iran to end their conflict.
State media photos showed what appeared to be a large centrifuge hall, indicating the plant is likely used to enrich weapons-grade uranium.
Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein, stars of "Office Romance," speak to "CBS Mornings" about the new romantic comedy, why Lopez calls herself a "hopeful romantic" and how Goldstein says he wrote the movie with his co-star in mind.
At just 20 years old, director Kane Parsons is making movie history. His film "Backrooms" landed the biggest opening ever for an original horror film and made Parsons the youngest director ever to top the box office. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the film's success, where he drew inspiration from and why he doesn't want to embrace AI.
Jon Hamm previews "Your Friends & Neighbors" season 2 finale, saying "it is satisfying" and provides some answers for fans. He also talks about the relatability of the show's characters and reflects on "Mad Men."
André De Shields speaks to "CBS Mornings" about starring in "Cats: The Jellicle Ball," which is a reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classical musical told through the lens of ballroom culture. De Shields talks about bringing ballroom to Broadway and his latest Tony nomination.
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
CBS News spoke with five people who say they were led to believe they had developed an emotional connection to an AI chatbot. They are now involved in a digital support group for people who say they experienced AI-fueled delusions or spirals. ChatGPT user Micky Small joins "The Daily Report" to share her experience.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with Republican and Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday to oppose proposals that would require developers to obtain government approval before releasing new artificial intelligence models. Jordan Rae Kelly, former director for cyber incident response on the National Security Council, joins with analysis.
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.
Microsoft announced a slew of new AI products during its annual Microsoft Build developers conference in San Francisco. Scott Hanselman, a Microsoft vice president, speaks with CBS News about the product.
Businesses can now expand their AI customer service with Meta's help. Senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to talk about that and some of the other big tech stories of the day.
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Jesse Calhoun's defense attorney entered a not-guilty plea on his behalf in a Portland courtroom.
Jamshid Ghomi, 63, of Newport Coast, California, is being accused of allegedly selling U.S. equipment to Iran's nuclear and military establishment, the Justice Department said. The scheme apparently lasted for a decade. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
A search for Lynette Hooker is set to expand in the Bahamas as questions linger about how she disappeared during a sailing trip with her husband, Brian Hooker. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin faced lawmakers' questions on his threat to pull U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents from airports in sanctuary cities, a move that could impact travelers for the FIFA World Cup.
President Trump is expected to nominate Todd Blanche, who served as his personal attorney before his second term in the White House, as U.S. attorney general. This comes despite intense backlash over a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" for people who allege they were victims of government persecution. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein, stars of "Office Romance," speak to "CBS Mornings" about the new romantic comedy, why Lopez calls herself a "hopeful romantic" and how Goldstein says he wrote the movie with his co-star in mind.
At just 20 years old, director Kane Parsons is making movie history. His film "Backrooms" landed the biggest opening ever for an original horror film and made Parsons the youngest director ever to top the box office. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the film's success, where he drew inspiration from and why he doesn't want to embrace AI.
Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson and Chicago Bears legend Kyle Long are joining "The NFL Today." The two talk with "CBS Mornings" about their decisions to join the team.
The New York Knicks won Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Athletic's Chris Branch joins with the key highlights.
Kuwaiti aviation officials released new security video showing the moment an Iranian drone hit into its passenger terminal at the country's main airport. The attack killed one person and injured dozens. Charlie D'Agata reports.