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Corporal William "Kyle" Carpenter receives the Medal of Honor on Thursday, and he recalls the incident that led to his commendation, when he threw himself on a live grenade to protect a fellow Marine.
President Barack Obama awarded the Medal of Honor to Army Sgt. Kyle White for risking his life in Afghanistan to save fellow soldiers. The honor comes seven years late, after the Pentagon lost White’s nomination. David Martin sits down with the American hero.
Former Army Sgt. Kyle White explains what went through his head before his heroic actions during a 2007 ambush in Afghanistan.
Former Army Spc. Kain Schilling recalls being rescued by former Army Sgt. Kyle White during a 2007 ambush in Afghanistan.
President Barack Obama presented the nation’s highest military award to 24 Americans after a review determined they’d been passed over because they were Hispanic, African American or Jewish. David Martin sat down with two of the recipients.
Vietnam War U.S. Army Specialist Four Santiago Erevia explains what it meant to him to get a call from President Obama last summer offering him a Medal of Honor 44 years after he was initially passed over for the award.
U.S. Army Specialist Four Santiago Erevia describes the ambush he managed to thwart in 1969 during the Vietnam War.
Former Master Sgt. Jose Rodela recalls the day during the Vietnam War in 1969 when he took out a machine gun that had pinned down his entire company.
The Medal of Honor is the highest award in the U.S. military, given to a select few who have shown extraordinary valor. While there are incredible stories of courage behind those who received the award, some have taken the honor and used it to help others find their own measure of courage. Catherine Herridge speaks to these recipients about what they are doing to inspire future generations.
Williams is being honored for his actions in Afghanistan in 2008
Staff Sgt. David Bellavia is the first living soldier to receive the Medal of Honor for his actions in Iraq
Staff Sgt. David Bellavia received the Medal of Honor for his service in Operation Iraqi Freedom
President Trump will give the medal to the family of Staff Sgt. Travis Atkins, who died in Iraq in 2007
Trump honored retired Sgt. Major John L. Canley, a decorated veteran from the Vietnam War, in a ceremony Wednesday
Retired Sgt. Maj. John Canley was awarded the Medal of Honor for this actions in the 1968 Battle of Hue. According to statements submitted by his fellow Marines, he repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to pull his wounded comrades to safety. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports.
The latest hero to receive the Medal of Honor faces a harrowing personal battle at home. President Trump awarded the highest military honor Monday to former Army Staff Sgt. Ronald Shurer for his bravery in Afghanistan. David Martin reports.
Staff Sgt. Ronald Shurer exposed himself to open fire in order to help save his team in Afghanistan
Trump awarded the military honor to Ronald J. Shurer II, for conspicuous gallantry for actions he took in 2008 as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army
The Medal of Honor was presented Wednesday to the widow of Air Force Technical Sgt. John Chapman
President Trump presented the medal to the widow of Tech. Sgt. John A. Chapman at the White House on Wednesday
In 1945, Garlin Conner's commanding officer wrote he had "never seen a man with as much courage and ability"
"In his daring, his devotion, and his duty, he was larger than life," President Trump said of First Lieutenant Garlin Conner
Members of "the Old Guard" placed American flags at more than 228,000 graves at Arlington National Cemetery for Memorial Day on Thursday, and a retired Navy SEAL-- whose thoughts are always with fallen comrades-- was awarded the Medal of Honor today. David Martin reports.
The March 2002 ambush became known as the Battle of Roberts Ridge, one of the most savage and controversial of the Afghan war
President Trump presented the Medal of Honor to retired Navy SEAL Britt Slabinski for his bravery in Afghanistan 16 years ago.
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
The attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela killed 11 people in September.
At least one Republican, Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri, plans to switch his vote.
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
The meeting came one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
Demand has risen for the EB-1A visa, creating a cottage industry of services for vanity awards, ghostwritten research papers and "profile building" services. USCIS is investigating potential fraud.
Judge David Novak had given Lindsey Halligan a week to explain why she is using the title of U.S. attorney after another federal judge found her appointment to the position invalid.
Here are the major takeaways from President Trump's interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil on Iran, Renee Good, the Federal Reserve and more.
The White House defended a video that appeared to show President Trump flipping off a person who yelled at him while touring a Ford factory in Michigan on Tuesday.
The device was purchased by Homeland Security officials under the Biden administration and cost millions, two sources said.
President Trump shared a warning for Iran, called Jerome Powell a "lousy Fed chairman" and defended the ICE agent who killed Renee Good in Minneapolis. Read the full transcript of their conversation.
President Trump told CBS News he believes the woman killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, was likely a "very, solid wonderful person," but her actions before she was killed were "pretty tough."
"We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen," President Trump said in an exclusive interview that aired Tuesday on "CBS Evening News."
At least six career prosecutors in the Minneapolis U.S. Attorney's office have resigned as the office continues to face pressure to treat the investigation of the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer as an assault on a federal officer case.
A Verizon spokesperson confirmed to CBS News that the company is aware of "an issue impacting wireless voice and data services for some customers."
Patty O'Keefe said she and a friend were following ICE agents in Minnesota earlier this week when they were stopped, their car pepper-sprayed and their windows smashed.
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
A Verizon spokesperson confirmed to CBS News that the company is aware of "an issue impacting wireless voice and data services for some customers."
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
Food prices in December saw their biggest jump in more than three years, data shows, while the cost of eating out has also risen.
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
The attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela killed 11 people in September.
At least one Republican, Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri, plans to switch his vote.
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
Iran's rulers want the world to know they've weathered a storm, and they're threatening a harsh "lesson" for anyone deemed to have supported protests.
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
The attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela killed 11 people in September.
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
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.
Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musk's children, alleges Grok generated and published sexual deepfake images of her without permission.
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is facing intense criticism, accused of allowing X users to generate sexually explicit images of real women and children. One of the alleged victims is Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Musk's children. She said she discovered people used Grok to generate and publish sexualized deepfake images without her permission and share them on X. Musk has not responded to a request for comment.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Brendan Banfield is charged with murder in the 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan at the Banfields' home in northern Virginia.
Tuesday marked Day 5 in the trial of former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales over his response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the latest.
Los Angeles police said they arrested "24" actor Kiefer Sutherland after he allegedly assaulted and threatened a rideshare driver.
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
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.
The U.S. is withdrawing a some personnel from a major U.S. airbase in Qatar as a "precautionary measure," a U.S. official tells CBS News. Alex Vatanka, senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, joins with his analysis of the situation, and CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the latest on the Trump administration's plans.
CBS News' Shanelle Kaul shares some stories of good Samaritans helping others, including people who helped a deer stuck on ice and a man who rescued two toddlers crossing a highway.
The U.S. military used an aircraft painted like a civilian plane during its deadly Sept. 2 attack targeting a boat allegedly transporting drugs, officials say. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
President Trump has threatened action against Iran as the country's regime announced potential expedited trials and hangings for detained anti-government protesters. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has the latest.
A construction crane collapsed onto a moving train in Thailand, killing at least 30 people, officials said. Jonathan Head, with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.