Airbags in used cars have killed 3 and disfigured 2, feds warn
Defective aftermarket parts to blame for killing or severely injuring drivers in otherwise survivable crashes, safety officials say.
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Auto safety regulators urge recall of 52 million airbags, citing risks
Air bag inflators made by ARC and Delphi can unexpectedly explode and send metal pieces flying, regulators have said.
GM recalls nearly 1 million vehicles over faulty air bag inflators
Vehicle safety regulators are pressing ARC Automotive to recall of 67 million air bag inflators linked with two deaths.
Motor City pumps brakes amid chip shortage
75% of semiconductors are made in Asia. In cars, the microchips power things like brakes, airbags and windshield wipers. General Motors and Ford are among the U.S. automakers that have faced big production cuts because of the parts shortage. Lee Cowan recently went to Michigan to learn more about how a tiny chip is upending lives.
Takata pleads guilty
Automotive parts company Takata has pleaded guilty to a criminal fraud charge over dangerous airbags, and will pay $1 billion in penalties. CBSN's Dana Jacobson has the latest details.
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Selling used recalled cars
A "CBS This Morning" investigation found used cars with faulty Takata airbags and other serious defects are still for sale around the country. Now, one car dealer agrees it's a problem and is pushing for change. Anna Werner reports.
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A 4-4 Supreme Court deadlock on Thursday kept in place a lower court ruling, striking down the president's immigration plan; In February of 1945, Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal snapped the iconic photo of U.S. Marines raising a flag on Iwo Jima
Safety Concerns for SUVs
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety re-tested 7 small SUV's with overall top safety pick status to see how the passenger side would handle certain crashes. Turns out, only one vehicle earned a good ranking for both driver and front passenger protection. Kris Van Cleave reports.
The government is warning car buyers that some of the leading automakers are still selling vehicles equipped with faulty air bags made by Takata. CBS News MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner has that story and other business headlines on CBSN
The government is warning car buyers that some of the leading automakers are still selling vehicles equipped with faulty air bags made by Takata. CBS News MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner has that story and other business headlines on CBSN.
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The Republican race began with a gaggle of 17 candidates, and Donald Trump is the last one standing; the Pentagon says the Navy SEAL who was killed in Iraq this week was part of a quick reaction force assigned to protect American military advisers
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced Wednesday that an additional 35 million to 40 million air bag inflators manufactured by Takata need to be fixed
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced Wednesday that an additional 35 million to 40 million air bag inflators manufactured by Takata need to be fixed. That brings the total number of recalled vehicles to 69 million. Jeff Glor has been following the story.
Millions more cars equipped with Takata air bags may be recalled ; a 10-year-old gets paid by Facebook for hacking Instagram; and teens admit they are addicted to their phones
Millions more cars equipped with Takata air bags may be recalled ; a 10-year-old gets paid by Facebook for hacking Instagram; and teens admit they are addicted to their phones. CBS MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner has those business headlines and more from the New York Stock Exchange.
LGBT activists protest a Mississippi religious freedom bill, faulty Takata airbags cause another fatality, Florida Governor Rick Scott is heckled while ordering coffee
LGBT activists protest a Mississippi religious freedom bill, faulty Takata airbags cause another fatality, Florida Governor Rick Scott is heckled while ordering coffee, country music legend Merle Haggard dies at 79 and more are among today's CBSNews.com trending stories.
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Both corporations and politicians increased their opposition to the Confederate flag. The flag is one step closer to coming down from South Carolina's capitol building.; and Astronaut Scott Kelly is 88 days into a year-long mission in space aboard the International Space Station. "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley talked to Kelly to find out how the mission is going so far.
The Senate held a hearing Tuesday over the recall of defective Takata airbags
The Senate held a hearing Tuesday over the recall of defective Takata airbags. Some senators questioned why rental car companies are not required to get their recalled vehicles fixed. Jeff Glor reports.
Take a look at the list of vehicles added to a massive recall over defective air bags made by Takata
Take a look at the list of vehicles added to a massive recall over defective air bags made by Takata.
The massive Takata airbag recall has left the federal government struggling to figure out which of vehicles will be fixed first
The massive Takata airbag recall has left the federal government struggling to figure out which of vehicles will be fixed first. As Jeff Glor reports, most drivers will not know if their vehicles are affected for some time.
According to the NHTSA, these models are equipped with recalled Takata airbags
According to the NHTSA, these models are equipped with recalled Takata airbags. Their website will contain regular updates and information on the status of the Takata recalls and its investigation.
The nearly 34 million vehicles recalled due to faulty Takata airbags may take years to fix
The nearly 34 million vehicles recalled due to faulty Takata airbags may take years to fix. As Jeff Glor reports, many drivers are left confused and waiting for information about what to do.
Japanese automakers Nissan and Toyota are expanding a recall on airbags linked to six deaths and more than 100 injuries.
Japanese automakers Nissan and Toyota are expanding a recall on airbags linked to six deaths and more than 100 injuries. CBSN's Gigi Stone Woods reports which models are impacted.
The nationwide recall would affect millions of vehicles made in 2008 or earlier
Air bag company Takata is pushing back against federal regulators who want to expand a recall of vehicles with its air bags. The nationwide recall would affect millions of vehicles made in 2008 or earlier. Jeff Glor reports.
One day after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration urged car owners to have exploding airbags immediately removed from their vehicles, the agency's website provided little information about the problem
One day after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration urged car owners to have exploding airbags immediately removed from their vehicles, the agency's website provided little information about the problem. Consumers seeking information were greeted with inaccurate information about recalls, and callers were put on hold. Jeff Glor reports.
Crisis communications expert Frank Luntz talks about the problems automaker General Motors is facing on multiple fronts
Crisis communications expert Frank Luntz, a CBS News analyst, talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the problems automaker General Motors is facing on multiple fronts.
Brooke Melton died in a car crash after complaining that her Chevy Cobalt's engine shut off while driving, but her death is not among the cases GM has linked to the defect
Brooke Melton died in a car crash after complaining that her Chevy Cobalt's engine shut off while driving. Her death is not among the cases GM has linked to the defect. While the company has acknowledged front impact crashes, when airbags haven’t deployed, Melton was hit on the side. Jeff Glor reports.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Trump, who claimed he "wasn't involved" in $1.7B fund, now says he allowed it
President Trump on Friday defended the Justice Department's $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization" fund and said he "gave up a lot of money" by allowing its creation.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
Pentagon releases more UFO files: "Speechless after these observations"
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of 64 files related to UFOs, unveiling a second tranche of records under an executive order by President Trump.
Trump won't attend son Don Jr.'s wedding, citing responsibilities in D.C.
"I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, D.C., at the White House during this important period of time," President Trump said.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
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AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
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CIA director brought paramilitary leader involved in Maduro capture to Cuba meeting
When CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Havana last week to meet with senior Cuban officials, he brought along one of the covert operators involved in the mission to capture Nicolás Maduro, multiple people familiar with the matter said.
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
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Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.
U.S. doctor with Ebola feared he "wasn't going to make it" before evacuation
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with the missionary group Serge in Congo when he was infected with Ebola.
Is "fibermaxxing" good for your health?
Health and fitness influencers are pushing people to consume more fiber. Keri Glassman, Nutritious Life founder and CEO, joins with her take.
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U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Fake political party led by an AI cockroach overruns Indian politics
The satirical "Cockroach Janta Party" calls itself a "political front of the youth, by the youth, for the youth." India's government may be trying to squash it.
NATO allies welcome Trump's turnaround on Poland troop deployment
Trump says 5,000 U.S. troops will head for Poland, a week after the White House said a planned deployment of 4,000 was being nixed.
Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
2 climbers die on Everest as record-holder warns of overcrowding
At least five climbers have died during this Everest season. A U.S. and a Czech climber died on Mount Makalu earlier this month.
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Weenie 500 winners relish first-place finish
The Indianapolis 500 is this Memorial Day Weekend, kicked off by the second annual Weenie 500. "Cook 'Em Cam" and "Jack and Cheese," whose New York dog won the race, join CBS News to discuss.
New movies to watch this summer
Major franchises are bringing new movies to a theater near you this summer. Fandango's Erik Davis joins with more.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Ella Bright on "Off Campus" success
"Off Campus" star Ella Bright joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the show's success, learning to sing and play the guitar for her role, and why her character's love story resonates with fans.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Ivey and Ellison on 6 years since Floyd murder
Six years after his murder in Minneapolis, and despite passing the House twice, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act remains stalled in the Senate. Some lawmakers are hoping to change that. Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison join to reflect on the state of police reform.
Mosque attack was streamed online
The deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego was streamed online, and at least three people watched as two teenagers attacked the facility filled with young students, CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Jurors in Kouri Richins trial speak out
Utah mom and author Kouri Richins was sentenced last week to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2022 murder of her husband. Richins has maintained her innocence. In a new episode of "48 Hours," two jurors discuss the key evidence that led them to convict Richins. Natalie Morales reports.
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SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
"Anti-weaponization fund" faces backlash
President Trump is defending the Justice Department's nearly $1.8 billion so-called anti-weaponization fund, despite heavy criticism from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more from Capitol Hill.
Why did Tulsi Gabbard step down?
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down from her post effective June 30, citing her husband's battle with cancer. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more details.
CBS News Radio flashback: Sept. 11 attacks
In his final tribute to CBS News Radio ahead of its shuttering, Major Garrett introduces coverage of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
Memorial Day weekend travel rush begins
A record number of travelers are set to take to the road and air this Memorial Day Weekend. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.