Trader Joe's shut NYC wine store to block union, workers say
"They are hoping to make an example of us so that other people don't follow suit," one employee said.
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Demand for Sept. 1 student loan payments sent in error
The pause on student loan payments is set to expire at the end of the month.
Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
Apple said the vulnerability would allow a hacker to impersonate a device's owner and subsequently run any software in their name.
Dan Price, CEO who cut his pay so workers earned $70,000, quits
Chief executive who slashed his own pay to cover the cost of employee raises is stepping down to fight "false accusations."
Walmart expands abortion coverage for employees
Walmart, the nation's largest employer, is expanding its abortion coverage for employees after staying largely mum on the issue for months following the Supreme Court ruling that scrapped a nationwide right to abortion.
3 tips for stretching your dollar at the grocery store
With the price of staples like eggs and coffee surging by double-digits, here are simple ways of saving money on food.
Bed Bath & Beyond shares tank after Ryan Cohen dumps stake
"The flag bearer for the rise up and kind of left," one analyst said of the meme stock. "He deflated the balloon."
Federal regulators warn nicotine gummies could kill children
One maker of the fruit-flavored candies halts sales after FDA issues first-of-a-kind warning of potential toxicity.
The U.S. states where your retirement dollars stretch further
Retirees wanting the biggest bang for their buck should consider moving to the South or Midwest, a new study found.
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What to consider before getting a home warranty
If you're considering getting a home warranty, make sure you understand these key elements.
How to get cheaper life insurance
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3 reasons to get a private student loan
There are multiple reasons to consider the private student loan route.
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These EVs now qualify for tax credits under new inflation law
While some requirements don't kick in until 2023, any cars bought after August must be made in North America.
Google workers demand abortion protections, data privacy
Employees want parent company Alphabet to strengthen privacy for Google users searching for abortion information.
Popular TikTokers are calling out Amazon's labor practices
Dozens of creators on the video platform want their peers to blacklist the retail giant over its labor practices.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Online prices fall for the first time in two years
Drop in online prices, driven by discounts on electronics and apparel, raises hopes inflation may be turning the corner.
Bankrupt company drops plan to rehire ex-CFO at $93K a month
Investors had panned the proposal while pleading for release of frozen funds: "I'm begging you," wrote one 72-year-old woman.
Amazon to buy Roomba vacuum maker iRobot for $1.7 billion
Robotic vacuum cleaner manufacturer will also lay off 10% of its workers as sales slump.
Want to cool off in a swimming pool? There's an app for that
Swimply lets private pool owners rent them by the hour, while helping people beat the heat.
Twitter posts quarterly loss ahead of Elon Musk legal fight
Fight with Musk taking a toll, but social media company sees nearly 17% gain in users from the previous year.
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Judge denies Graham's appeal to delay grand jury testimony regarding election
Graham has also filed an appeal with the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals to delay his testimony, which is supposed to take place next week.
Prosecutors cannot enforce Michigan's 1931 abortion ban, judge rules
The pre-Roe abortion ban would have allowed providers to be charged with a felony.
New U.S. aid package for Ukraine to include surveillance drones
The U.S. says it will give Ukraine Scan Eagle surveillance drones and 40 mine-resistant vehicles.
British ISIS member sentenced for deadly kidnapping plot
El Shafee Elsheikh was found guilty of participating in a brutal ISIS hostage-taking scheme that led to the deaths of four Americans.
Pete Buttigieg to airlines: This year's travel disruptions "unacceptable"
"The Department expects airlines to provide timely and responsive customer service during and after periods of flight disruptions," the secretary said.
Vanessa Bryant testifies she fears helicopter crash site photos will surface
The Jan. 26, 2020, crash killed nine people, including the former Lakers star and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna.
Demand for Sept. 1 student loan payments sent in error
The pause on student loan payments is set to expire at the end of the month.
3 people killed when 2 planes collide in midair over California airport
Three people were on the planes when they collided.
Yellowstone says foot found in hot spring linked to July 31 death
Officials in Yellowstone National Park say part of a foot found in a hot spring in the southern part of the park earlier this week is believed to be linked to a July 31 death.
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Small business faces big challenges: Inflation and 18-hour days
"Would you be comfortable paying $36 for a hamburger? That's kind of what it's worth," says restaurant owner Jenna Petersiel.
For small businesses, looming recession brings uncertainty
But Jessica Johnson-Cope, CEO of a family-owned security services company, remains optimistic even as the U.S. economy darkens.
Want to cool off in a swimming pool? There's an app for that
Swimply lets private pool owners rent them by the hour, while helping people beat the heat.
How to use your car to earn cash without driving for a living
You don't have to work for Uber or Lyft to make money using your car. Instead, just wrap it in ads.
Optimism among small business owners at historic low amid inflation surge
Nationally, 85% of small businesses experienced financial challenges in the last year, according to the Small Business Credit Survey.
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Dems propose raising taxes on high earners to preserve Medicare
Sens. Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer craft a scaled-back version of the economic package thwarted by Manchin last year.
A common retirement strategy can erode your savings: watchdog
Workers who move 401(k)s into IRAs can lose significant money to a choice they didn't have to make, new analysis shows.
How can you financially prepare for a recession?
"The quicker you move, the more agency you have in reducing the impact of a recession," one expert says.
Stock drop has erased $3 trillion in retirement savings this year
With Americans' nest eggs mostly held in 401(k)s and IRAs, the swoon could force many to delay their retirement.
Social Security bill would give seniors an extra $2,400 a year
Some lawmakers want to revise the retirement program to shore up its funding and boost benefits for its 69 million recipients.
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Prosecutors cannot enforce Michigan's 1931 abortion ban, judge rules
The pre-Roe abortion ban would have allowed providers to be charged with a felony.
Bed Bath & Beyond shares tank after Ryan Cohen dumps stake
"The flag bearer for the rise up and kind of left," one analyst said of the meme stock. "He deflated the balloon."
Louisville officer fired after being federally charged over Breonna Taylor raid
Sgt. Kyle Meany is one of four current or former Louisville police officers facing federal charges in connection with the 2020 shooting death of Breonna Taylor.
Wendy's pulls lettuce from some restaurants amid E. coli outbreak
The outbreak has not been definitively linked to the fast food chain's lettuce, though many of those who fell ill said they ate there before they got sick, the CDC said.
These EVs now qualify for tax credits under new inflation law
While some requirements don't kick in until 2023, any cars bought after August must be made in North America.
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Bed Bath & Beyond shares tank after Ryan Cohen dumps stake
"The flag bearer for the rise up and kind of left," one analyst said of the meme stock. "He deflated the balloon."
These EVs now qualify for tax credits under new inflation law
While some requirements don't kick in until 2023, any cars bought after August must be made in North America.
McDonald's to test a chicken Big Mac in the U.S.
Fast-food chain will test a poultry version of its iconic burger in the Miami-area after positive reviews in the U.K.
Walmart expands abortion coverage for employees
Walmart, the nation's largest employer, is expanding its abortion coverage for employees after staying largely mum on the issue for months following the Supreme Court ruling that scrapped a nationwide right to abortion.
Federal regulators warn nicotine gummies could kill little kids
One maker of the fruit-flavored candies halts sales after FDA issues first-of-a-kind warning of potential toxicity.
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Prosecutors cannot enforce Michigan's 1931 abortion ban, judge rules
The pre-Roe abortion ban would have allowed providers to be charged with a felony.
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Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, Rep. Mike Turner, Dr. Deborah Birx and more will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Judge denies Graham's appeal to delay grand jury testimony regarding election
Graham has also filed an appeal with the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals to delay his testimony, which is supposed to take place next week.
New U.S. aid package for Ukraine to include surveillance drones
The U.S. says it will give Ukraine Scan Eagle surveillance drones and 40 mine-resistant vehicles.
Utah judge reverses law banning transgender kids from sports
Utah's ruling marked the latest court development in a nationwide debate over how to navigate a flashpoint issue.
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Wendy's pulls lettuce from some restaurants amid E. coli outbreak
The outbreak has not been definitively linked to the fast food chain's lettuce, though many of those who fell ill said they ate there before they got sick, the CDC said.
Federal regulators warn nicotine gummies could kill little kids
One maker of the fruit-flavored candies halts sales after FDA issues first-of-a-kind warning of potential toxicity.
"Long COVID" response ramps up, with plans to test new treatments
The research is one of several efforts by the Biden administration to address long-term symptoms that linger for some patients.
White House vows to boost monkeypox vaccines
Federal officials say they are boosting the supply of monkeypox vaccines amid a surge of new cases. Tanya Rivero has more.
U.S. monkeypox cases pass 14,000-mark as Biden promises more vaccine doses
Cases are up over 30% from just a week ago.
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New U.S. aid package for Ukraine to include surveillance drones
The U.S. says it will give Ukraine Scan Eagle surveillance drones and 40 mine-resistant vehicles.
British ISIS member sentenced for deadly kidnapping plot
El Shafee Elsheikh was found guilty of participating in a brutal ISIS hostage-taking scheme that led to the deaths of four Americans.
Border official: U.S. strives for "fair and equitable" treatment of migrants
"Our goal certainly is to be able to process all vulnerable populations in a fair and equitable way," U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Chris Magnus told CBS News.
Ukraine, Russia trade accusations over Europe's largest nuclear power plant
Each warring nation says the other's been shelling it. And now each claims the other is planning a "provocation" there. Meantime, the world frets over its fate.
Zelenskyy holds talks with U.N. chief, Turkish president
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he would follow up with Putin, given that most of the matters discussed would require the Kremlin's agreement.
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Famed Catskills resort that helped inspire "Dirty Dancing" burns down
Firefighters said smoke from one of the few remaining buildings on the property could be seen for "several miles."
Imagine Dragons' Dan Reynolds on Ukraine aid
Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss partnering with the president of Ukraine to raise awareness and money for medical care. Reynolds also discusses the band's new music, tour and celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their first album.
Sharon Horgan's new dark comedy series
Actress and producer Sharon Horgan, who's the brain and wit behind a slew of sitcoms like "Catastrophe" and "Divorce," is now the star and creator of a new Apple TV+ show called "Bad Sisters." Jamie Wax caught up with the Irish star to discuss the new show and what inspires her writing.
Anne Heche's death after fiery car crash was accidental, coroner rules
A preliminary report said the actor died from inhalation injury and burns.
Solange Knowles is second Black woman to have score commissioned by N.Y.C. Ballet
Knowles is the third woman, and just the second Black woman, to have a score commissioned by the ballet.
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Apple releases security update
Apple has released a security update after identifying a flaw that could leave devices vulnerable to hackers. Tech and cybersecurity expert Burton Kelso joins CBS News to discuss the severity of the issue and what users need to know.
Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
Apple said the vulnerability would allow a hacker to impersonate a device's owner and subsequently run any software in their name.
How roundabouts improve traffic safety
An Indiana city thinks it's found a solution to a number of traffic woes. Kris Van Cleave takes a look at how Carmel, Indiana, is implementing hundreds of roundabouts.
Taking a ride in one of China's fast-growing fleet of robotaxis
Tech giant Baidu has human-monitored self-driving test cars rolling around in 10 cities, and it just got clearance to use some without any human oversight.
Apple to release iPhone 14 on September 7: Bloomberg
New device expected to have a better camera and longer battery life, while top-of-the-line Pro may have A16 chip.
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How roundabouts improve traffic safety
An Indiana city thinks it's found a solution to a number of traffic woes. Kris Van Cleave takes a look at how Carmel, Indiana, is implementing hundreds of roundabouts.
Nebraska child dies of suspected brain-eating amoeba infection
The organism enters the body through the nose and reaches the brain, typically when swimming or diving in some freshwater sources.
China hit with deadly floods and crippling drought all at once
As flash floods leave more than 30 people dead or missing in Qinghai province, heat and drought force car plants to close in Shanghai.
Colorado River allocation cut due to drought
The megadrought in the western U.S. has caused a severe water shortage in the Colorado River. Arizona and Nevada have been issued restrictions on their water usage. The Arizona Republic's Debra Utacia Krol joins CBS News with more on the extreme conditions.
Mystery toxin suspected in huge fish die-off in major European river
"Everything points to a manmade catastrophe," one environmental expert tells CBS News, as 100 tons of dead fish are removed from the Oder River.
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Louisville officer fired after being federally charged over Breonna Taylor raid
Sgt. Kyle Meany is one of four current or former Louisville police officers facing federal charges in connection with the 2020 shooting death of Breonna Taylor.
Alex Murdaugh accused of stealing from brother and family firm in new charges
A disbarred South Carolina attorney charged with killing his wife and son has been indicted on another round of financial crimes.
Vanessa Bryant testifies she fears helicopter crash site photos will surface
The Jan. 26, 2020, crash killed nine people, including the former Lakers star and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna.
What DOJ may redact from Mar-a-Lago affidavit
The Justice Department must submit its redaction proposal for the affidavit that justified the FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence by Aug. 25. A judge hinted some of the highly sought-after document could be unsealed. CBS News Homeland Security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga, who was in the courtroom, breaks down what the DOJ's lawyers argued and what the next steps are.
Man charged with buying stolen human remains
Police initially found what they described as older human remains including full skeletons that they determined were legally obtained, but authorities say others were stolen from a mortuary in Arkansas and sold.
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NASA astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann will make history in space
Astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann will serve as mission commander and make history as the first Native American woman in space this fall.
"Cannibal" solar ejection expected to hit Earth this week
The storm could hit as soon as Thursday, NOAA said.
NASA rmoves SLS moon rocket rollout back to launch pad
The maiden flight of the SLS moon rocket is intended to clear the way for the Artemis program's first piloted flight in 2024.
Space mission shows Earth's water may be from asteroids, study says
The Ryugu samples could give clues to the mystery of how oceans appeared on Earth billions of years ago, scientists said.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
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Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
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Taliban marks "Victory Day" a year after Afghan takeover
While many Afghans have little to celebrate, the country's Taliban rulers were happy to show off their control of Kabul's streets.
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An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
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Former DNC Chair Tom Perez on "The Takeout"
Former Democratic National Committee Chair Tom Perez returns to "The Takeout" after an unsuccessful gubernatorial campaign in Maryland. He tells CBS News' Major Garrett that democracy is alive and well, but so is the threat of Trumpism — a movement he believes predates Donald Trump's political career.
Bed Bath & Beyond stock plummets
Bed, Bath, and Beyond stock plummeted after influencer investor Ryan Cohen announced he sold his stake in the company. The fallout is highlighting the negative impact of so-called "meme stocks." Ed Butowsky, managing partner of Capwood Investment, joins CBS News to discuss the latest on the markets after the closing bell.
Sales of ghost guns surging across U.S.
The number of ghost guns -- firearms assembled from parts without serial numbers -- recovered by law enforcement from crime scenes has risen dramatically since 2016. New regulations go into effect August 24, but as CBS News investigative correspondent Stephen Stock discovered, that's led to a "fire sale" of ghost gun parts.
Vanessa Bryant testifies over crash photos
Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa Bryant took the stand in her civil lawsuit against Los Angeles County over the sharing of photos of the helicopter crash scene where Kobe, their daughter Gianna and 7 others were killed. CBS News legal analyst Jessica Levinson joins anchors Tanya Rivero and Errol Barnett with more on the case.
How the U.S. knew Putin would invade Ukraine
In a new article, The Washington Post breaks down how the U.S. knew Russia would invade Ukraine, and began to prepare the country to go to war. Washington Post national security reporter Karen DeYoung joins CBS News to discuss.