Teamsters announce plan for unionization effort at Amazon
Delegates at the 30th International Convention, with representatives from all 500 Teamsters local unions, will vote Thursday on a new resolution to build worker power at Amazon.
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Child Tax Credit: Here's who will get up to $1,800 per child in cash
The expanded tax credit isn't available to all parents, and some recipients may be asked to repay the IRS next year.
Longer lifeline for struggling homeowners sought by consumer bureau
Millions of U.S. homeowners risk foreclosure soon because they're months behind on payments during the pandemic.
Airlines push for stronger action as in-flight violence soars
"I have never, ever seen an environment like this," president of the Association of Flight Attendants said.
Lordstown execs sold millions in stock before woes went public
Electric-truck maker has yet to produce any vehicles, but those running the company are still cashing in on shares.
Stonewall Inn bans some A-B beers to protest political donations
Famed NYC bar cites beer maker's $35,000 in campaign contributions to nearly 30 lawmakers described as anti-LGBTQ
Amazon Prime Day 2021: Discounts may not be all that prime
One-third of Americans plan to use some of their stimulus money to spend during the sales event June 21 and 22.
Workers are resigning at record rates. That's good for economy
Workers want more pay, better conditions or to be their own boss — and for now, they're getting what they want.
Morgan Stanley: If you want NYC salary, you need to be in NYC offices
"If you want to get paid New York rates, you work in New York," James Gorman said about returning to the office.
Hospital workers fired or quit after refusing to get COVID vaccine
More than 150 at the Houston Methodist System were affected. A dismissed lawsuit over the vaccine requirement is being appealed.
IRS sending millions more additional stimulus checks
Another 2.3 million payments are landing in bank accounts and mailboxes, with some people getting "plus-up" payments.
Peloton adds $39 subscription to its pricey treadmill
Some users are threatening legal action after the company made changes to the "Just Ride" and "Just Run" features on its range of fitness bikes and treadmills.
8 million households face eviction or foreclosure within weeks
One homeowner in Alabama is five months behind on her mortgage and hopes she can strike a deal with her lender.
Used cars are selling for more now than when they were new
Pandemic and a global shortage of computer chips are pushing car and truck prices to wacky levels.
Federal student loan interest rate set to rise July 1
Families have until June 30 to file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.
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Senate Republicans block Democrats' voting rights bill
With a 50-50 vote, the effort, which garnered last-minute backing from Democratic Senator Joe Manchin, fell far short of the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster.
Pelosi mulls committee to investigate U.S. Capitol attack
This comes after Senate Republicans blocked what had been considered a bipartisan effort to create an independent 9/11-style commission last month.
Video of Florida trooper tasing teen sparks outrage
A Florida state trooper was caught on video tasing a 16-year-old, after following him into his girlfriend's backyard because he looked suspicious, according to the trooper.
Hospital workers fired or quit after refusing to get COVID vaccine
More than 150 at the Houston Methodist System were affected. A dismissed lawsuit over the vaccine requirement is being appealed.
Apple Daily, Hong Kong's last pro-democracy newspaper, going dark
Board of directors says "current circumstances" in once semi-autonomous Hong Kong will force it to cease all operations by the end of the week.
Brooklyn borough president early leader in NYC Dem mayoral primary
The votes released on Tuesday night were just the first-choice votes for ballots cast in-person during early voting and on primary day.
Settlement reached with company linked to Kobe Bryant crash
Plaintiffs in the suit included Vanessa Bryant and her three surviving daughters, John James and Alexis Altobelli, Christopher Chester and his two surviving children and Matthew Mauser and his three children.
Pentagon to propose change in prosecuting sexual assaults
Austin's recommendation comes amid increasing pressure from Congress to overhaul the system for addressing sexual assault in the military.
U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
The move appeared to be a crackdown on Iranian media amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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One entrepreneurial path for Black Americans? The sneaker business
A new program from two entrepreneurs in Atlanta aims to entice Black Americans to become owners of shoe retailers.
The gardener by the Bay
Katie Delwiche's San Francisco gardening business is focused on growth — of her plants and in her clients' lives.
How to avoid getting buried in holiday debt
Consumers with credit card debt are willing to pile on even more during the holidays — that's a mistake, one expert says.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
Behind on your rent or mortgage? Here's what to do
Renters should check local protections against evictions, while mortgage holders can negotiate with their servicer.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
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Apple Daily, Hong Kong's last pro-democracy newspaper, going dark
Board of directors says "current circumstances" in once semi-autonomous Hong Kong will force it to cease all operations by the end of the week.
U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
The move appeared to be a crackdown on Iranian media amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
U.S. to admit asylum-seekers who had to wait in Mexico
The Biden administration has been slowly processing asylum-seekers who were previously required to wait in dangerous border cities and squalid tent camps in Mexico.
Michelangelo's statues cleaned with flesh-eating bacteria
The statues' stains from organic remains, glue and oils were a feast for the bacteria.
Migrant kids endure "despair and isolation" in government tent city
Migrant children held at a U.S. government site in Texas are constantly monitored for incidents of self-harm, panic attacks and escape attempts, sources said.
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Hospital workers fired or quit after refusing to get COVID vaccine
More than 150 at the Houston Methodist System were affected. A dismissed lawsuit over the vaccine requirement is being appealed.
Settlement reached with company linked to Kobe Bryant crash
Plaintiffs in the suit included Vanessa Bryant and her three surviving daughters, John James and Alexis Altobelli, Christopher Chester and his two surviving children and Matthew Mauser and his three children.
California triplets celebrate major milestone
The Tran triplets were born just four minutes apart, and now the Orange County sisters are preparing to deliver a trio of babies over the next four months.
U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
The move appeared to be a crackdown on Iranian media amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Pentagon to recommend change in prosecuting sexual assault
Austin's recommendation comes amid increasing pressure from Congress to overhaul the system for addressing sexual assault in the military.
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Eric Adams takes early lead in NYC Democratic mayoral primary
The votes released on Tuesday night were just the first-choice votes for ballots cast in-person during early voting and on primary day.
U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
The move appeared to be a crackdown on Iranian media amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Pentagon to recommend change in prosecuting sexual assault
Austin's recommendation comes amid increasing pressure from Congress to overhaul the system for addressing sexual assault in the military.
Pelosi mulls committee to investigate U.S. Capitol attack
This comes after Senate Republicans blocked what had been considered a bipartisan effort to create an independent 9/11-style commission last month.
U.S. to admit asylum-seekers who had to wait in Mexico
The Biden administration has been slowly processing asylum-seekers who were previously required to wait in dangerous border cities and squalid tent camps in Mexico.
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Ciara is "cerving confidence" with new cervical cancer campaign
The #CervingConfidence website states that Black women are twice as likely to die from cervical cancer as White women.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Billie Eilish apologizes for mouthing racial slur in video
Eilish said she didn't know the word was derogatory at the time.
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Carl Nassib becomes first active NFL player to come out as gay
"I've been meaning to do this for a while now but I finally feel comfortable enough to get it off my chest," Nassib said Monday.
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U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
The move appeared to be a crackdown on Iranian media amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Used cars are selling for more now than when they were new
Pandemic and a global shortage of computer chips are pushing car and truck prices to wacky levels.
Bitcoin crash wipes out nearly all its 2021 gains
The digital currency has tumbled since being valued at more than $63,000 earlier this year.
Teamsters announce plan for unionization effort at Amazon
Delegates at the 30th International Convention, with representatives from all 500 Teamsters local unions, will vote Thursday on a new resolution to build worker power at Amazon.
Americans losing more money to mobile payment scams, report says
The nonprofit U.S. Public Interest Research Group [PIRG] says top issues include scams, trouble using accounts and poor customer service.
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Delta variant could cause next COVID wave: "This virus will still find you"
Just 45% of Americans fully vaccinated and only 16 states that have fully vaccinated more than half of their populations,
Michelangelo's statues cleaned with flesh-eating bacteria
The statues' stains from organic remains, glue and oils were a feast for the bacteria.
U.S. not expected to hit 70% COVID vaccination goal by July 4
But 70% of adults 30 and older have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Australia rejects U.N. warning to list Great Barrier Reef as "in danger"
The United Nations says the Great Barrier Reef has suffered such extensive damage that it should be listed as "in danger." The Australian disagrees.
How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
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California triplets celebrate major milestone
The Tran triplets were born just four minutes apart, and now the Orange County sisters are preparing to deliver a trio of babies over the next four months.
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.
Delta variant could cause next COVID wave: "This virus will still find you"
Just 45% of Americans fully vaccinated and only 16 states that have fully vaccinated more than half of their populations,
Rising Delta variant fuels worries of COVID resurgence
Research indicates the Delta variant, which was first identified in India, is more contagious and potentially more deadly.
Ciara is "cerving confidence" with new cervical cancer campaign
The #CervingConfidence website states that Black women are twice as likely to die from cervical cancer as White women.
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Teamsters announce plan for unionization effort at Amazon
Delegates at the 30th International Convention, with representatives from all 500 Teamsters local unions, will vote Thursday on a new resolution to build worker power at Amazon.
Child Tax Credit: Here's who will get up to $1,800 per child in cash
The expanded tax credit isn't available to all parents, and some recipients may be asked to repay the IRS next year.
Longer lifeline for struggling homeowners sought by consumer bureau
Millions of U.S. homeowners risk foreclosure soon because they're months behind on payments during the pandemic.
Airlines push for stronger action as in-flight violence soars
"I have never, ever seen an environment like this," president of the Association of Flight Attendants said.
Lordstown execs sold millions in stock before woes went public
Electric-truck maker has yet to produce any vehicles, but those running the company are still cashing in on shares.
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Pelosi mulls committee to investigate U.S. Capitol attack
This comes after Senate Republicans blocked what had been considered a bipartisan effort to create an independent 9/11-style commission last month.
Grand jury declines to charge Texas officers over in-custody death
Marvin David Scott III allegedly died after officers at a Texas detention facility pepper sprayed him and put a spit mask on his face as he was suffering from a mental health crisis.
Judge releases new video in alleged Proud Boys conspiracy case
The videos had been played in court proceedings related to the federal case against Charles Donohoe, who prosecutors said is president of his local Proud Boys chapter.
Man arrested for allegedly stealing 21 tons of pistachios
Authorities say he moved a tractor-trailer carrying the nuts from a Fresno, California, company to a place where they were being unloaded into tiny bags for resale.
Man wanted in 3 Oregon deaths arrested in Milwaukee
Nicholson forced a woman to drive him more than 2,000 miles to Wisconsin, where he surrendered to police.
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How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
Astronauts deploy solar array in second attempt
The successful solar array installation clears the way for another spacewalk Friday
Spacewalk planned for Sunday
On Sunday, two astronauts will venture outside the International Space Station to continue upgrades to its solar panels. With the operational lifespan of the ISS set to expire in 2024, NASA is hoping some upgrades will keep it running longer. CBS News Space Analyst Bill Harwood talks with CBSN Anchor Lana Zak about how the power upgrades factor into that plan and China's growing presence in space.
SpaceX launches GPS satellite with previously flown booster
Space Force officials say using previously flown boosters will save $64.5 million over three missions.
China launches 3-man crew to its new space station
The three-man crew plans to spend three months aboard the Tianhe space station core module.
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After attending a music festival with her boyfriend in October 2017, Cayley Mandadi died from injuries she sustained that day -- but what exactly caused her death?
Ted Bundy: The serial killer's final years
Notorious serial killer Ted Bundy's murder spree ended when he was caught shortly after attacking several women at Florida State University in Tallahassee.
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Forbes has updated their billionaires list, detailing the richest people around the world.
Richard Ramirez: The story, the evidence, the Night Stalker
Before the world knew Richard Ramirez as a convicted killer, he was known as the Night Stalker.
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Employment in America: A Shifting Workforce
CBSN and CBS MoneyWatch present "Employment in America: A Shifting Workforce." The special, anchored by Lana Zak, takes a look at the state of employment as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and includes valuable information for job seekers and career changers.
Mobile payment scams surge, report says
Complaints against some digital payment services and apps like Venmo, Cash App or Zelle are skyrocketing, according to a troubling new report. Read more here.
U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
U.S. authorities seized a range of Iran's state-linked news website domains they accused of spreading "disinformation," the Justice Department announced Tuesday, in a move that appeared to be a far-reaching crackdown on Iranian media amid heightened tensions between the two countries.
New CBS News polling on LGBTQ+ issues
Nearly 8 in 10 Americans say the last 50 years have brought progress in ending discrimination against LGBTQ people. See more from the CBS News poll here.
Settlement reached in Kobe Bryant helicopter crash
Vanessa Bryant and other plaintiffs have settled their lawsuit against the company that operated the helicopter involved in the crash that killed Kobe Bryant, 13-year-old Gianna Bryant and seven others last year. Read more here.