Virtual event to mark the 56th anniversary of "Bloody Sunday"
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, events to commemorate the 56th anniversary of "Bloody Sunday" will be held virtually.
Remembering John Lewis
Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Tyler Perry honor John Lewis in special
"John Lewis was an extraordinary man," Winfrey said. "A man of great vision who lived a life with the purpose of making sure America lived out its ideals."
Obama: Lewis brought country "a little bit closer to our highest ideals"
The civil rights icon who helped organize the March on Washington and served in the House of Representatives for 33 years died earlier this month at the age of 80.
Obama urges Americans to honor John Lewis' legacy by voting
"When we do form a more perfect union... John Lewis will be a founding father of that fuller, fairer, better America," Mr. Obama said on Thursday.
The story of how John Lewis and wife Lillian met
Xernona Clayton, a fellow civil rights activist, told the story of how she set the couple up — and even planned their wedding.
How to watch John Lewis' funeral
The funeral is being held Thursday at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once led.
Late Congressman John Lewis departs Washington for final time
A funeral will be held for Lewis in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday.
John Lewis lies in state at the U.S. Capitol
An invitation-only ceremony took place place Monday afternoon, after which members of the public are paying respects to the civil rights icon.
John Lewis' body crosses Selma bridge for a final time
Lewis led the march across the bridge on March 7, 1965, a day that would become known as "Bloody Sunday."
John Lewis honored in Troy and Selma, Alabama
The civil rights icon was also honored in his hometown of Troy, Alabama on Saturday.
Rep. John Lewis to lie in state at Capitol Rotunda
The late civil rights icon will lie in state, and the public will have a chance to pay their respects.
Robert E. Lee HS in Virginia to be renamed in honor of John Lewis
"The name Robert E. Lee is forever connected to the Confederacy, and Confederate values are ones that do not align with our community," one school board member said.
After John Lewis' death, Dems pressure GOP to revisit 1965 voting law
Democrats made strengthening voting rights a key campaign promise of the 2018 midterm elections.
Georgia Dems select state senator to replace John Lewis on ballot
Georgia's 5th Congressional District leans heavily Democratic, and Lewis ran unopposed for the seat in 2018.
John Lewis, civil rights icon, has died at 80
Lewis, who helped organize the 1963 March on Washington and served in Congress for decades, was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in December.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: The woman selected to replace John Lewis in Congress
The Democratic Party of Georgia on Monday selected Nikema Williams, a Georgia state senator, to replace John Lewis on the ballot for the November general election.
The Clintons remember the "joy" of knowing John Lewis
Lewis worked closely with both Bill and Hillary Clinton through the Clinton, Bush and Obama administrations.
Colin Powell remembers John Lewis as both "tough as nails" and "gentle"
Colin Powell also said the Army should rename bases honoring Confederates "as quickly as we can."
From the archive: John Lewis and the bridge
In 1998 the civil rights activist and Congressman retraced his journey as a young protester fighting for justice, from lunch counter sit-ins to the "Bloody Sunday" march in Selma, Ala.
John Lewis' name "will live on," says chairwoman of Congressional Black Caucus
"I think he taught us how you should go about creating change when you have differences," said Rep. Karen Bass. "And I think that's part of his legacy."
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Correspondents' dinner shooting suspect due in court as investigation continues
Cole Allen, the man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, will appear in federal court for the first time Monday.
Supreme Court turns away another parental rights dispute
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a Florida couple who alleged their parental rights were violated by a now-revised school board policy on students' gender identity.
Suspect in Correspondents' dinner shooting to appear in federal court today
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
King Charles arriving for visit with Trump at a fraught time
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
Another strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, military says
The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.
Ben Sasse on Senate's "smack-down nonsense" and his wish for America
Former Sen. Ben Sasse, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer late last year, spoke to CBS News about why Congress is dysfunctional, the promises and risks of AI and his wish for the country.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Chevron CEO Mike Wirth join Margaret Brennan.
Tillis says he's ready to move forward with Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Friday her office is dropping its criminal investigation into Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and the $2.5 billion renovation of the central bank's headquarters.
Transcript: Rep. Jamie Raskin on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin, Democrat of Maryland, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.
Transcript: Sir Christian Turner, U.K. ambassador to the U.S., on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sir Christian Turner, U.K. ambassador to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.
Weijia Jiang: I was on stage with the president. This is what I saw.
CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang was sitting next to President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when the chaos unfolded.
Transcript: Sam Vinograd and AT Smith on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd and CBS News law enforcement analyst AT Smith that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.
Weijia Jiang on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House Correspondents' Association President and senior CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.
What's in the "manifesto" of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting suspect
Cole Allen, 31, sent an email to family members shortly before the annual press gala, officials told CBS News.
Transcript: Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Chevron CEO Mike Wirth that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.
Rep. Jim Clyburn on protecting democracy: "I don't think the American people are doing enough"
In recent decades, South Carolina has become the Democratic Party's make-or-break proving ground for White House hopefuls - and Jim Clyburn, the state's sole Black Democrat in the House, is one of the party's most important voices.
Blanche: Authorities believe suspect was targeting Trump administration officials
Law enforcement apprehended 31-year-old Cole Allen after he charged a security checkpoint outside the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.
Blanche says Trump's public appearances won't change because of this "lone man"
"If one of his goals was to get us to be scared, he failed," Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday.
Transcript: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.
Minute by minute: How the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting unfolded
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night following a shooting outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
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Correspondents' dinner shooting suspect due in court as investigation continues
Cole Allen, the man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, will appear in federal court for the first time Monday.
Supreme Court turns away another parental rights dispute
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a Florida couple who alleged their parental rights were violated by a now-revised school board policy on students' gender identity.
United Airlines CEO says he approached American Airlines about merger
Kirby argued that a merger would create jobs, offer more affordable flying options and allow the airline to compete with foreign carriers.
Suspect in Correspondents' dinner shooting to appear in federal court today
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
Photos show British royal visits to the U.S. over the years
King Charles is making his first state visit to the U.S. as monarch, though he traveled here 19 times before his coronation. Many of his royal relatives have also made memorable trips over the years.
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United Airlines CEO says he approached American Airlines about merger
Kirby argued that a merger would create jobs, offer more affordable flying options and allow the airline to compete with foreign carriers.
Prediction markets in hot seat over rogue bettors and insider trading
Incidents in which people apparently used exclusive knowledge to score handsome profits raise the question: Are prediction markets safe places for news junkies to bet on events - or dens of insider trading?
Tillis says he's ready to move forward with Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Friday her office is dropping its criminal investigation into Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and the $2.5 billion renovation of the central bank's headquarters.
Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say
Economists say Americans should expect elevated prices at the pump and rising grocery costs in the months to come.
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Correspondents' dinner shooting suspect due in court as investigation continues
Cole Allen, the man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, will appear in federal court for the first time Monday.
Supreme Court turns away another parental rights dispute
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a Florida couple who alleged their parental rights were violated by a now-revised school board policy on students' gender identity.
Suspect in Correspondents' dinner shooting to appear in federal court today
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
King Charles arriving for visit with Trump at a fraught time
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
Another strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, military says
The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.
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Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
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Oil prices rise as U.S. and Iran appear locked in a costly stalemate
Energy prices keep rising with no sign of progress toward a deal to end the U.S.-Iran standoff and Hezbollah rejecting the Lebanon ceasefire.
22 Buddhist monks arrested at airport after record drug bust
The group, returning home after a vacation in Thailand, had Kush -- a potent, plant-based strain of cannabis -- hidden in their luggage, officials said.
King Charles arriving for visit with Trump at a fraught time
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
Photos show British royal visits to the U.S. over the years
King Charles is making his first state visit to the U.S. as monarch, though he traveled here 19 times before his coronation. Many of his royal relatives have also made memorable trips over the years.
Another strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, military says
The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.
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4/26: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: America's adversarial relationship with Cuba; singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves; Rep. Jim Clyburn; reviving a Welsh soccer town; tree lovers; artist Jenny Saville; and rescuing Venus fly traps.
Kacey Musgraves on writing lyrics: "There is no greater drug"
A couple of years ago, the Grammy-winner went home to East Texas to heal from a breakup. She talks about how her "Dry Spell" led to a creative monsoon – her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere."
Extended interview: Kacey Musgraves
In this web exclusive, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere," a record inspired by loneliness following a breakup, and how she grew to feel empowered by the concept of liminal space.
Kacey Musgraves on "Middle of Nowhere"
A couple of years ago, Grammy-winner Kacey Musgraves went home to east Texas to heal from a breakup. She tells Anthony Mason that in writing her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere," she learned how to embrace being alone. She also talks about the influence of her mentor, singer-songwriter John Prine, and how the emotions of her latest songs poured out of loneliness.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including acclaimed conductor Michael Tilson Thomas.
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How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
How data centers are impacting Americans
This week, Maine's governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Why phone-free parties are gaining popularity
Some young people are opting to go phone-free to live in the moment. USA Today youth mental health reporter Rachel Hale went to an underground, phone-free party in New York City and wrote about her experience. She tells "The Daily Report" about it.
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Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
New analyses of fossilized jaws reveal that massive, kraken-like octopuses once hunted alongside other marine predators.
Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
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Details on White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump spoke to "60 Minutes" a day after he was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where shots were fired outside the ballroom. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Nicole Sganga report, and contributor Richard Esposito has more insight.
Weijia Jiang on shooting at D.C. dinner
Weijia Jiang, CBS News senior White House correspondent and president of the White House Correspondents Association, was seated next to President Trump when shots were fired outside the ballroom at the Washington Hilton Hotel. Jiang joins CBS News Mornings with more details on the event.
What we know about Cole Allen
More details are emerging about Cole Allen's alleged plans to target Trump administration officials at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., on Saturday night. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports.
Trump on correspondents' dinner shooting
President Trump spoke to "60 Minutes" contributing correspondent Norah O'Donnell after a suspected gunman stormed the security perimeter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., on Saturday night. Mr. Trump reacted to the Secret Service reaction and the apparent "manifesto" the suspect sent to his family, according to a senior official. O'Donnell joins CBS News Mornings with more details on her interview.
World leaders on D.C. correspondents' dinner
World leaders are reacting to the tense situation at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night, where shots were fired, and the president was evacuated. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Details on White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump spoke to "60 Minutes" a day after he was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where shots were fired outside the ballroom. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Nicole Sganga report, and contributor Richard Esposito has more insight.
Weijia Jiang on shooting at D.C. dinner
Weijia Jiang, CBS News senior White House correspondent and president of the White House Correspondents Association, was seated next to President Trump when shots were fired outside the ballroom at the Washington Hilton Hotel. Jiang joins CBS News Mornings with more details on the event.
Why there's a shortage of estrogen patches
There's a growing struggle for women who are seeking treatment for perimenopause and menopause amid a shortage of estrogen patches, one of the most effective ways to get relief from hot flashes and night sweats. Meg Oliver and Dr. Celine Gounder report.
What we know about Cole Allen
More details are emerging about Cole Allen's alleged plans to target Trump administration officials at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., on Saturday night. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports.
How to incorporate strength training
Personal trainer Liz Baker Plosser, who runs the popular wellness Substack "Best Case Scenario with Liz Plosser," explains the benefits of incorporating strength training into your routine and demonstrates some exercises you can try.