Wildfires are a growing risk for homeowners in these states
Millions of homes across the U.S. face a growing risk of wildfires as the climate warms — and not only in the West.
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McDonald's selling its Russian business
Fast-food giant says the humanitarian crisis caused by the war is forcing its hand.
Breast milk banks see surge in demand, donations
Milk banks typically focus on NICU babies. Now they are helping families who can't find baby formula.
What are stablecoins, and how do they differ from other cryptos?
Stablecoins have been thrust into national spotlight after being blamed in part for the recent crypto sell-off.
How should parents who can't find formula feed their babies?
Here are the do's and don'ts for parents in search of baby formula as the shortage continues.
Bezos bashes Biden over inflation, blaming stimulus spending
Amazon founder shot back after the president said inflation would be lower if corporations "paid their fair share."
IRS sitting on your tax refund? There's a bright spot.
Tax agency now pays 4% interest on late payments to individual filers, and that could soon rise even more.
Paths to avoid crippling student debt
43 million Americans now carry more than $1.7 trillion in student debt. With some questioning the value of a college degree, efforts are being made to eliminate college from many corporations' job requirements, while promoting skills training for "new-collar jobs."
Health care workers protest sentencing of nurse in Tennessee
"Never in my 14 years have I felt so helpless," said a Texas ER nurse outside courthouse. "This could be me."
USPS' "gas-guzzling" 8.6 mpg trucks spark investigation
Lawmakers say they want more information about "next generation" delivery vehicles that have raised environmental concerns.
Biden canceled energy lease sales. Is that impacting gas prices?
Critics say the U.S. government's move to block more drilling shows a "lack of commitment" to energy independence.
California minimum wage will rise to $15.50 in 2023
The automatic increase, triggered by soaring inflation, will benefit about 3 million workers.
Gas prices surge to new record high of $4.43 per gallon
Prices at the pump now top $4 in all but three U.S. states, with costs driven up by a drop in capacity.
Kraft Heinz is making a ketchup bottle made of wood pulp
Heinz announced it is working to develop a new recyclable condiment bottle "made from 100 percent sustainability sourced wood pulp."
Elon Musk says Twitter deal is "temporarily on hold"
Tesla founder says his $44 billion purchase of the social media giant is being held up by questions over spam and fake accounts.
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Buffalo shooting victims include "hero" guard, deacon, grandmother
The victims represented a cross-section of life in the predominantly Black neighborhood.
Watch Live: Amber Heard resumes testifying in Johnny Depp lawsuit
Heard has told jurors she was physically and sexually abused by Depp on multiple occasions.
McDonald's selling its Russian business
The fast food giant says the humanitarian crisis caused by the war is forcing its hand. It says it's trying to have the buyer keep its 62,000 workers.
Ben Crump on mass shooting: Hold accountable those who "curate hate"
Attorney for family of victim says they are investigating events leading up to mass shooting, including those who "curate this hate" and promote white supremacist violence.
Russia's threats aren't scaring Finland away from its NATO bid
As Finland and Sweden's leaders seek the reassurance of NATO defense, CBS News tours a nuclear bunker in Helsinki – part of the legacy of Russia's last invasion.
Man unknowingly buys former plantation house where his ancestors were enslaved
An Air Force veteran wanted a new house for large family gatherings; he ended up getting an incredible link to his family's past.
1 dead, 4 critically wounded in shooting in Southern California church, police say
One person has been detained and a possible weapon has been recovered, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen suffers "minor stroke" during speech
The senator from Maryland said he has been informed there are "no long-term effects or damage as a result of this incident."
See the photos of the "super flower blood moon"
Millions in the Americas, Europe and Africa were able to see the spectacular red glow of the total lunar eclipse.
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Elon Musk says Twitter deal is "temporarily on hold"
Tesla founder says his $44 billion purchase of the social media giant is being held up by questions over spam and fake accounts.
Twitter fires 2 executives, adding to Elon Musk buyout turmoil
Social media company said it dismissed two senior managers and will freeze most hiring.
Virtual land rush driving up the cost of space in the metaverse
Top consumer brands and deep-pocketed investors are staking a claim to the next phase of the internet.
How to get Google to wipe your phone number from searches
To deter scammers and other bad actors, the search giant is now allowing people remove personal contact information.
Nike's new NFT sneakers selling for more than $100,000
CryptoKicks are the sports giant's first blockchain-based shoes designed specifically for the metaverse.
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Labor shortage is biggest challenge for small businesses
Labor shortages, the Omicron variant and supply chain issues pose significant challenges to small businesses.
Bringing equity to the VC funding process
New data released by Crunchbase shows that only 2.2% of all venture funding went to female-founded startups in the first eight months of this year. Deena Shakir, partner at Lux Capital, joins CBSN to discuss what needs to change to bring equity for female entrepreneurs and investors.
A third of small businesses have reinstated COVID-19 rules
As the Delta variant surges, many small employers are again taking precautions in the way they do business.
NYC giving artists $5,000 checks from Biden stimulus
Some 1,800 artists will receive $5,000 checks, while other federal funds will go to cabbies and homeless people.
44% of small businesses have less than 3 months of cash
"Everything is up in the air," said one Ohio bakery owner who worries that COVID-19 could shut her down again.
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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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Buffalo shooting victims include "hero" guard, deacon, grandmother
The victims represented a cross-section of life in the predominantly Black neighborhood.
Watch Live: Amber Heard resumes testifying in Johnny Depp lawsuit
Heard has told jurors she was physically and sexually abused by Depp on multiple occasions.
Ben Crump on mass shooting: Hold accountable those who "curate hate"
Attorney for family of victim says they are investigating events leading up to mass shooting, including those who "curate this hate" and promote white supremacist violence.
Bezos bashes Biden over inflation, blaming stimulus spending
Amazon founder shot back after the president said inflation would be lower if corporations "paid their fair share."
6 months in, Biden's infrastructure plan has 4,300 projects
President Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure measure into law in November.
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Wildfires are a growing risk for homeowners in these states
Millions of homes across the U.S. face a growing risk of wildfires as the climate warms — and not only in the West.
McDonald's selling its Russian business
Fast-food giant says the humanitarian crisis caused by the war is forcing its hand.
Breast milk banks see surge in demand, donations
Milk banks typically focus on NICU babies. Now they are helping families who can't find baby formula.
What are stablecoins, and how do they differ from other cryptos?
Stablecoins have been thrust into national spotlight after being blamed in part for the recent crypto sell-off.
How should parents who can't find formula feed their babies?
Here are the do's and don'ts for parents in search of baby formula as the shortage continues.
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6 months in, Biden's infrastructure plan has 4,300 projects
President Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure measure into law in November.
Trump-era's Durham faces trial of lawyer with ties to Clinton campaign
Michael Sussmann is charged with one count of lying to investigators, but legal teams on both sides plan to call notable figures from the 2016 election.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen hospitalized after suffering "minor stroke" during speech
The senator from Maryland said he has been informed there are "no long-term effects or damage as a result of this incident."
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
John Fetterman, Pennsylvania lieutenant governor running for Senate, suffers stroke
Fetterman said he is "well on his way to recovery," and said "the doctors have assured that I'll be able to get back on the trail" as voters go to the polls in Tuesday's primary.
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Congress to address baby formula shortage
The House is set to take action this week to address the ongoing baby formula shortage and take up a pair of emergency measures to boost supply. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Woman shares personal experience with abortion
At 19 weeks pregnant, Minneapolis resident Emily Richter received the devastating news that her unborn daughter was diagnosed with a serious birth defect called anencephaly. Babies with this condition are likely to be stillborn or die shortly after death, as well as pose a risk of death for the birthing mother. Richter terminated the pregnancy and advocates for maintaining this form of care. Kate Raddatz has more.
Kim Jong-Un wears mask in public
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appeared in public wearing a mask for the first time a year after the country claimed it did not have a single case of COVID-19. While the rest of world initiated mass vaccination campaigns, the isolated nation sealed its borders and refused to accept a single dose. As Kim declares nationwide lockdowns, the official line is that one person has died of the virus in North Korea. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer has more.
Shortage of baby formula in the U.S.
Parents in the U.S. are scrambling to find baby formula amid a nationwide shortage, with many even crossing borders. Tom Wait has more.
New York hair salon goes green
Millions of pounds of hair foil plastic and metals head out the back door of hair salons and into landfills every year. But now many are joining a movement to recycle and reuse that material. Dana Jacobson reports.
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Deadly clashes as Afghanistan's Taliban rulers face an armed resistance
Forces vowing to liberate the country from the Islamic hardliners say they've launched an offensive, and the bloodshed is already sending civilians fleeing for safety.
Russia's threats aren't scaring Finland away from its NATO bid
As Finland and Sweden's leaders seek the reassurance of NATO defense, CBS News tours a nuclear bunker in Helsinki – part of the legacy of Russia's last invasion.
Forensic report concludes law student was raped and murdered
Escobar's death is now being investigated as femicide, after originally being registered as a disappearance, officials said.
McDonald's selling its Russian business
Fast-food giant says the humanitarian crisis caused by the Ukraine war is forcing its hand.
NATO chief says Ukraine "can win this war"
Top diplomats from NATO met in Berlin with the alliance's chief and declared that the war "is not going as Moscow had planned."
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Watch Live: Amber Heard resumes testifying in Johnny Depp lawsuit
Heard has told jurors she was physically and sexually abused by Depp on multiple occasions.
Police dog featured in Netflix's "Rescued by Ruby" euthanized
Ruby was one of the first shelter dogs trained to serve with the Rhode Island State Police.
Garrison Keillor talks about #MeToo and a return to Lake Wobegon
Best known for the wildly-popular "A Prairie Home Companion," the author was accused of sexual misconduct, causing Minnesota Public Radio to sever ties. But he has never stopped writing, and is back on the road entertaining his audience.
Garrison Keillor on #MeToo and returning to Lake Wobegon
Writer Garrison Keillor is perhaps best known as the force behind the wildly-popular radio program, "A Prairie Home Companion." But after retiring from the show, Keillor was accused of sexual misconduct, causing Minnesota Public Radio, the show's distributor, to sever ties. They have since settled the matter and signed a confidentiality agreement. But Keillor has never stopped writing, and is now back on the road entertaining his audience. Keillor talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about the allegations of inappropriate behavior, aging, and two new books: "Serenity at 70, Gaiety at 80," and his latest collection of tales from Lake Wobegon, "Boom Town."
Lionel Richie on his "amazing ride"
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, lead singer of the Commodores, solo artist, and "American Idol" judge is being honored with the Library of Congress' 2022 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song - and he promises new music in the near future.
Technology
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First pictures of Milky Way’s black hole
Astronomers have managed to get the first images of the black hole located at the core of the Milky Way. Scientists across seven countries released the first ever image of the black hole called Sagittarius A*. Jeff Glor has more.
Ford releases electric F-150 Lightning
Ford is getting ready to roll out its all-electric F-150 Lightning. It will be the first mass-market electric pickup truck in the United States. Kris Van Cleave went on a test drive.
Technology aids probe into alleged Russian war crimes
The war in Ukraine is the most documented war in history thanks to camera phones and social media. For "60 Minutes," Scott Pelley reports on Bellingcat, a group of online investigators using artificial intelligence to expose alleged Russian war crimes.
Elon Musk says Twitter deal "on hold"
Elon Musk says his $44 billion takeover bid for Twitter is "on hold" as he seeks more information on the platform's spam accounts. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has more on that, plus how Musk is also reportedly facing a SEC investigation for late disclosure after buying a substantial stake in the company.
Elon Musk puts $44 billion Twitter deal on hold
Elon Musk says his deal to buy twitter is on hold. The company's stock plummeted after the announcement. Musk then tweeted that he is still committed to buying twitter. Tech reporter Dan Patterson joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers discuss the latest developments.
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How to watch the "super flower blood moon" total lunar eclipse
A spectacular full moon is fast approaching. Here's everything you need to know to see it.
First pictures of Milky Way’s black hole
Astronomers have managed to get the first images of the black hole located at the core of the Milky Way. Scientists across seven countries released the first ever image of the black hole called Sagittarius A*. Jeff Glor has more.
"Monarca" highlights endangered butterflies
The eastern monarch butterfly is one step closer to being placed on the endangered species list. CBS News anchors Michelle Miller and Tanya Rivero spoke with Eva Aridjis, co-author of the new book "Monarca: A Novel" which sheds light on the dire fate of these butterflies.
Climate change doubled risk of deadly South Africa flood, scientists say
Scientists warned that extreme events like this are likely to happen again "with even greater intensity."
Lake Tahoe divers find diamond ring, shipwreck — and tons of trash
The first-of-its-kind effort was aimed to learn more about the source and potential harm caused by plastics and other pollutants in the iconic lake.
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Buffalo shooting victims include "hero" guard, deacon, grandmother
The victims represented a cross-section of life in the predominantly Black neighborhood.
Ben Crump on mass shooting: Hold accountable those who "curate hate"
Attorney for family of victim says they are investigating events leading up to mass shooting, including those who "curate this hate" and promote white supremacist violence.
Gunman at Buffalo supermarket kills 10
Ten people are dead and 3 wounded after a gunman opened fire at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, on Saturday in what authorities describe as a racist hate crime. Erie County Sheriff John Garcia, whose office is one of the agencies involved in the case, joins “CBS News Mornings” to discuss the latest in the investigation.
Forensic report concludes law student was raped and murdered
Escobar's death is now being investigated as femicide, after originally being registered as a disappearance, officials said.
1 killed, 5 injured in church shooting
Authorities are investigating a shooting at a Southern California church that left one person dead and five others injured. Carter Evans reports from the church in Laguna Woods.
Space
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See the photos of the "super flower blood moon"
Millions in the Americas, Europe and Africa were able to see the spectacular red glow of the total lunar eclipse.
How to watch the "super flower blood moon" total lunar eclipse
A spectacular full moon is fast approaching. Here's everything you need to know to see it.
Scientists grow plants in moon soil for the first time ever
NASA said the discovery paves the way for the possibility of harvesting plants in habitats on the moon in the future.
"It's pretty amazing": First image of black hole at center of the Milky Way
Three years after capturing the first image of a supermassive black hole in a galaxy 55 million light years away, astronomers have managed to "photograph" one closer to home.
Audio captures sounds of black hole 240 million light-years away
NASA said "this sonification is unlike any other done before."
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Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Best shows to watch on Netflix right now – May 2022
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
"The Dexter Killer:" Inside the mind of a murderer
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial-killer Dexter Morgan.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Free Speech
Is free speech under threat? CBS Reports explores that question with members of Gen Z, many of whom say their right to free expression is eroding.
Churchgoers hogtie alleged shooter
A group of churchgoers displayed "exceptional heroism" after they hogtied the alleged gunman in the deadly Laguna Woods church shooting in Southern California, authorities said.
Author Bethenny Frankel on new business book
New York Times bestselling author, philanthropist and businesswoman Bethenny Frankel joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her first business-focused book, "Business is Personal." She also shares her journey to becoming a self-made businesswoman and the lessons she's learned along the way.
Obama, Brian Chesky unveil scholarship
Former President Obama and Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky have partnered to give scholarships to college students pursuing careers in public service. The $100 million initiative is aimed at recent grads who understand the financial worries of choosing a public service career.
FDA commissioner on baby formula shortage
Parents across the country are struggling to find baby formula to feed their children amid a widespread shortage. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what led to this shortage and what steps the FDA is taking to address it.