Nearly 40% of Americans can't cover a surprise $400 expense
Although the U.S. economic tide continues to rise, Fed data show that millions of Americans are barely treading water
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Bernie Sanders has a plan to raise $2 trillion -- tax Wall St trading
The 2020 presidential candidate is proposing a small tax on an industry he says needs to "pay its fair share"
Trump's latest China tariffs to cost typical U.S. family $831 a year
Tally does not include president's threat to tax another $300 billion in Chinese consumer goods like clothing and shoes
Why cold offices may have a chilling impact on women
Women perform better in warmer rooms, an issue for offices where temperatures are set to men's metabolic rates
62,000 pounds of raw beef cuts recalled due to E. coli risk
Numerous cuts of raw beef are involved in the recall, including short ribs, brisket and ribeyes, USDA warns
Facebook's fake accounts doubled in 6 months
About 5% of its users — some 120 million accounts — are fake, according to new estimates from the social network
A college application secret of wealthy families: Extra time for SATs
Students at rich high schools are twice as likely as those at poor schools to qualify for extra testing time
A medical diagnosis leads to an innovative fashion design
Emily Levy launched Mighty Well after she discovered there was no practical medical product to protect her catheter
McKinsey, JPMorgan Chase drop Purdue Pharma amid opioid scrutiny
Companies are distancing themselves from the Oxycontin maker and its founding family amid thousands of lawsuits
China's rhetoric against the U.S. ramps up in trade war
Amid no word on progress toward resuming talks, China is turning to a propaganda offensive against the U.S.
Aldi recalls flour over possible E. coli contamination
The Bakers Corner All Purpose Flour, made by Archer Daniels Midland, was sold in Aldi stores across 11 states
Bill to help employers ease student loan debt has support of Ivanka Trump
A proposed tax incentive for businesses could bring relief for more than 44 million Americans saddled with student debt, who collectively owe a staggering $1.5 trillion
Harriet Tubman $20 bill won't happen under Trump administration
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said a redesign of the bill's security features will still come out in 2020
SpaceX pins high hopes on Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans multiple Starlink launches in 2019 to build out space-based internet network
Bank CEO allegedly tried to buy Trump post with loans to Manafort
Authorities said Calk committed the crime while serving as CEO of The Federal Savings Bank based in Chicago
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Alabama's near-total abortion ban hit with legal challenge
The legislation would ban nearly all abortions in the state
Trump tweets heavily edited video of Pelosi from Fox Business
The tweet comes amid an escalating war of words between the president and House speaker
If FAA clears 737 Max jets to fly, Americans may not get on board
A new study found less than a fifth of the people surveyed would definitely fly on a Max in the first six months of its return to service
Emotional U.K. leader May says she'll resign amid Brexit backlash
May has infuriated hardline supporters of Britain's break from the European Union in her Conservative Party, and they are essentially forcing her out
Whistleblowers expose Chicago PD criminal drug operation
When two Chicago police officers discover a "criminal enterprise" run by a crew of dirty cops, they break the code of silence to try and bring them to justice
American accused of spying claims "abuse" in Russian prison
Ex-U.S. Marine Paul Whelan says he's being held as a political prisoner in retaliation for U.S. sanctions, and facing "abuses and harassment" in prison
Suit seeks $100 million for family of woman Border Patrol killed
Claudia Gómez González was in group of migrants confronted by agent last year; ACLU says Guatemalan woman "posed no threat to anyone"
Aldi recalls flour over possible E. coli contamination
The Bakers Corner All Purpose Flour, made by Archer Daniels Midland, was sold in Aldi stores across 11 states
Landlord seeks to give 102-year-old woman the boot
Says he wants to move his daughter in when she graduates law school; Thelma Smith's friends, family are trying to help her relocate
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Toth Gallery brings Cuban art to New York -- and the world
Art dealer Bryant Toth is committed to showcasing Cuban artists' talent beyond Cuba and Miami
A medical diagnosis leads to an innovative fashion design
Emily Levy launched Mighty Well after she discovered there was no practical medical product to protect her catheter
Good Stock founder wants soup to taste great again
Louisiana native Ben LeBlanc founded Good Stock Soups after not finding quality alternatives in New York City
Secret to "best fitted" men's button-down shirt? It doesn't button
A traffic ticket in Bangkok led this entrepreneur to create a slim-fit men's shirt unlike any other button down on the market
For small businesses, the right payroll system can deliver big benefits
Setting up a proper payroll system can spell the difference between success and failure for small business owners
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What to do in your 20s and 30s to be set in your 60s and 70s
Millennials take note: The key to retiring on time is starting to save money early. Follow this advice from experts
How companies are also flunking retirement planning
Few employers offer phased-retirement plans, which can help both workers and companies plan for retirement
A tricky IRA trap that retirees need to avoid
The rules for annual required minimum distributions can hit you with investment losses if you aren't careful
What to do about a falling 401(k) account
It really depends on how old you are and whether you've got a strategy in place for inevitable market drops
A "do-over" chance for Medicare open enrollment
You have until March 31 to change your choice of Medicare Advantage plan or switch to original Medicare
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McKinsey, JPMorgan Chase drop Purdue Pharma amid opioid scrutiny
Companies are distancing themselves from the Oxycontin maker and its founding family amid thousands of lawsuits
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A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning Sunday morning news program
Lawsuit filed against Alabama's near-total abortion ban
"Abortion has been safe and legal in this country for more than 45 years and we aim to keep it that way," Planned Parenthood said
House votes on disaster aid bill before holiday weekend
The package includes much-needed assistance to states struck by floods, storms and fire as well as storm-battered Puerto Rico
Killer held in solitary confinement for 35 years dies
Thomas Silverstein, who was held in solitary confinement for 35 years, was admitted to a suburban Denver hospital to undergo surgery and died in intensive care
Politics
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House votes on disaster aid bill before holiday weekend
The package includes much-needed assistance to states struck by floods, storms and fire as well as storm-battered Puerto Rico
Trump tweets heavily edited video of Pelosi from Fox Business
Multiple highly edited videos of Pelosi have been circling the Internet
Trump's ghostwriter calls "Art of the Deal" the greatest regret of his life
"I knew this was a bad guy when I did the book," Tony Schwartz said on "The Takeout" podcast
Trump to visit Japanese warship in display of military solidarity
Seventy-four years after Japan's defeat in World War II, the world's third-largest economy is in the midst of a quiet military buildup, at U.S. urging
Nadler says Mueller wants to testify privately
Nadler told MSNBC that he thinks Mueller "doesn't want to participate in anything that he might regard as a political spectacle"
World
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Hopes dashed as Kenya upholds colonial era ban on gay sex
Recent court decisions had brought LGBT rights advocates rare hope of a major victory on a continent where 33 nations still outlaw homosexual sex
First same-sex couples marry in Taiwan
Last week, Taiwan became the first country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Today, the first official weddings are underway.
American accused of spying claims abuse in Russian prison
Ex-U.S. Marine Paul Whelan says he's being held as a political prisoner in retaliation for U.S. sanctions, and facing "abuses and harassment" in prison
Emotional U.K. PM May says she'll resign amid Brexit backlash
May has infuriated hardline supporters of Britain's break from the European Union in her Conservative Party, and they are essentially forcing her out
Violence, mistrust hamper efforts to combat Ebola in war zone
Only 50% of those infected with the disease are seeking medical help, raising the risk of the outbreak spreading regionally, and even globally.
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Bryan Cranston says "Network" is a warning about "ideological camps"
The Tony nominee says viewers should be open to receiving ideas and information from outside their "ideological camp"
Highest-grossing movies of all time, ranked
What's the highest-grossing movie of all time? It might be one of your favorites
Deal near to settle multiple suits v. Weinstein company: Lawyer
Tentative agreement on sexual misconduct lawsuits would reportedly be for $44 million; settlement wouldn't resolve criminal charges he faces
"Star Trek: Picard" teaser released starring Patrick Stewart
The 78-year-old Patrick Stewart reprises his role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard
"143 Day" honors Mister Rogers with kindness
Pennsylvanians celebrated "143 Day" by showing their neighbors a little extra kindness
Technology
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Facebook's fake accounts doubled in 6 months
About 5% of its users — some 120 million accounts — are fake, according to new estimates from the social network
SpaceX pins high hopes on Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans multiple Starlink launches in 2019 to build out space-based internet network
Is it time for Alexa and Siri to have a "MeToo moment"?
United Nations report says AI technology powering popular personal voice assistants has gender bias baked into the programming code
5G tech could interfere with weather forecasting
NOAA's chief warns it could reduce accuracy by as much as 30%
A medical diagnosis leads to an innovative fashion design
Emily Levy launched Mighty Well after she discovered there was no practical medical product to protect her catheter
Science
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NASA awards contract for future moon station
NASA is moving ahead with plans to send astronauts back to the moon by 2024
SpaceX pins high hopes on Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans multiple Starlink launches in 2019 to build out space-based internet network
Giant asteroid with its own moon to pass by Earth this weekend
The asteroid will be visible until May 27
Leonardo DiCaprio narrates climate change doc trailer
DiCaprio narrates "Ice on Fire," which highlights never-before-seen solutions to our climate crisis
Rising sea levels could displace millions in 2 generations
A new study lays out a range of possible outcomes "that go from bad to worse"
Health
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McKinsey, JPMorgan Chase drop Purdue Pharma amid opioid scrutiny
Companies are distancing themselves from the Oxycontin maker and its founding family amid thousands of lawsuits
Violence, mistrust hamper efforts to combat Ebola in war zone
Only 50% of those infected with the disease are seeking medical help, raising the risk of the outbreak spreading regionally, and even globally.
Why cold offices may have a chilling impact on women
Women perform better in warmer rooms, an issue for offices where temperatures are set to men's metabolic rates
62,000 pounds of raw beef cuts recalled due to E. coli risk
Numerous cuts of raw beef are involved in the recall, including short ribs, brisket and ribeyes, USDA warns
The bloody truth about getting your period in America
Menstruation remains one of the most taboo topics in the world – and millions of women pay the price
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McKinsey, JPMorgan Chase drop Purdue Pharma amid opioid scrutiny
Companies are distancing themselves from the Oxycontin maker and its founding family amid thousands of lawsuits
China's rhetoric against the U.S. ramps up in trade war
Amid no word on progress toward resuming talks, China is turning to a propaganda offensive against the U.S.
Aldi recalls flour over possible E. coli contamination
The Bakers Corner All Purpose Flour, made by Archer Daniels Midland, was sold in Aldi stores across 11 states
Bill to help employers ease student loan debt has support of Ivanka Trump
A proposed tax incentive for businesses could bring relief for more than 44 million Americans saddled with student debt, who collectively owe a staggering $1.5 trillion
Harriet Tubman $20 bill won't happen under Trump administration
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said a redesign of the bill's security features will still come out in 2020
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Whistleblowers expose Chicago PD criminal drug operation
When two Chicago police officers discover a "criminal enterprise" run by a crew of dirty cops, they break the code of silence to try and bring them to justice
Cops expose drug ring in their own department
A former Chicago police officer risked her life and career to expose a massive criminal ring in her own department. Undercover narcotics officer Shannon Spalding says fellow cops were planting drugs and extorting people living in a housing project. Despite her fear of retaliation, she and her partner reported them to their department and the FBI. Alex Ferrer, host of CBS's "Whistleblower" series, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how the investigation unfolded.
Deal near to settle multiple suits v. Weinstein company: Lawyer
Tentative agreement on sexual misconduct lawsuits would reportedly be for $44 million; settlement wouldn't resolve criminal charges he faces
Florida executes serial killer who murdered 10 women
Law enforcement had few clues until the case of Lisa Noland, who survived one of Long's attack
Man says someone broke into his home -- and cleaned it
"I wish someone would come clean. Pun absolutely intended," said the home owner
Space
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NASA awards contract for future moon station
NASA is moving ahead with plans to send astronauts back to the moon by 2024
SpaceX pins high hopes on Starlink satellites
SpaceX plans multiple Starlink launches in 2019 to build out space-based internet network
Costa Rican meteorite is rare "extraterrestrial mud ball"
"It formed in an environment free of life, then was preserved in the cold and vacuum of space for 4.56 billion years, and then dropped in Costa Rica"
High winds scrub SpaceX launch of internet relay satellites
While disappointing, SpaceX was taking no chances with launch of its heaviest payload to date
NASA wants to send first woman to the moon
NASA is gearing up to send American astronauts back to the moon by 2024, and it hopes to include a woman for the first time. The Trump administration has asked Congress to approve an additional $1.6 billion for NASA's budget. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined CBSN to discuss the ambitious plans.
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Prince Harry's new baby Archie is the eighth great-grandchild for Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip
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See what all your favorite celebrities wore to fashion's biggest night
Dale Pike murder: Evidence photos in the case against Enrico Forti
In 1998, Dale Pike came to Miami to discuss a business deal with Enrico Forti -- the next day he was dead, and Forti was the prime suspect
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These are the lowest-rated sequels this century, according to Metacritic's rankings
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The best movies hitting theaters this summer
Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer box office season. Erik Davis, managing editor of Fandango, joined CBSN to talk about the best films hitting theaters this weekend and over the rest of the summer.
U.K. prime minister announces resignation
Just before a fourth scheduled vote in Parliament on her Brexit deal, Prime Minister Theresa May has announced she will resign. May is set to step down on June 7 after nearly three years of failed Brexit deals. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joined CBSN from London to discuss what this means for Brexit and who is looking to take May's place as prime minister.
Memorial Day weekend weather forecast
As areas in the central U.S. recover from severe weather earlier this week, we're seeing record heat in parts of the South, and flood alerts were issued today for 8 states. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joined CBSN with more on how storms and flooding could impact millions of Americans this Memorial Day weekend.
"Whistleblower" breaks silence on Chicago Police
The hit series of "Whistleblower" is back for season 2 on CBS. This week, a police officer named Shannon Spalding worked undercover to discover some of the most dangerous criminals in Chicago were fellow police officers. Host and executive producer Alex Ferrer joined CBSN with the story of how she risked her life to stop them.
Trump heads to Japan amid feud with Pelosi
President Trump is traveling to Japan for an official state visit as his war of words with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi escalates at home. He's also given Attorney General William Barr sweeping authority to review the origins of the Russia investigation. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest.