Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson arrested on fraud charges
The founder of the troubled media company allegedly conspired to commit securities fraud and identity theft.
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U-Haul's "rampage" in Brooklyn kills at least 1, injures 8, police say
The truck hit numerous people, authorities said, adding that one of the injured was in critical condition and one was a police officer.
At least 8 people struck with U-Haul truck in Brooklyn
At least eight people are injured, two critically, after a U-Haul truck hit pedestrians in Brooklyn on Monday. The investigation is ongoing. CBS News National Correspondent Errol Barnett is at the scene.
U-Haul strikes at least 8 people in Brooklyn
Authorities are investigating after a U-Haul box truck hit and injured at least eight people on Monday morning, in a series of incidents that New York City Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell called "a violent rampage through Brooklyn."
Off-duty NYPD officer dies after being shot while trying to buy car
Officer Adeed Fayaz had arranged through Facebook Marketplace to purchase a Honda Pilot for $24,000, police said.
Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
Volunteers pack Hanukkah food boxes for Holocaust survivors
Volunteers with Met Council, New York City's largest Kosher food network, helped pack Hanukkah food boxes for Holocaust survivors in need — so everyone can celebrate the holiday.
Investigators: Evidence in NYPD warehouse was likely destroyed in fire
Flames shot through a massive NYPD storage facility Tuesday, and investigators fear evidence going back decades could be lost. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
"Twin Peaks" composer Angelo Badalamenti dies at age 85
Angelo Badalamenti was best known for creating otherworldly scores for many David Lynch productions.
Amazon says it will continue to sell antisemitic film
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says the online giant has no plans to remove an antisemitic film to which an NBA player tweeted link.
Kyrie Irving issues apology and rejoins the Nets
Irving was suspended earlier this month after posting a link to a documentary with antisemitic material and refusing to say he had no antisemitic beliefs.
125-year-old library unveils its most borrowed book ever
Out of millions of books and dozens of genres, there is one story that sticks out for Brooklynites and beyond who visit one of the nation's largest library systems.
Lena Horne becomes first Black woman honored with Broadway theater
Horne's granddaughter said that renaming the theater in her honor is a "celebration of the contributions of Black women to theater history."
R. Kelly to pay $300,000 to victim in sex crimes case
A restitution order that was still being finalized is meant to cover the cost of treatment for herpes and psychotherapy.
Eatery offers residency to Ukrainian chef
Ukrainian chef Mirali Dilbazi opened his long-awaited restaurant in Kyiv before Russia invaded Ukraine. One Brooklyn restaurant offered him an opportunity to share his fine-dining vision across the world. Elaine Quijano has more.
"For the Birds": Art, music and birdsong
More than 200 artists, musicians, actors and writers have collaborated on a multidisciplinary exhibition called "For the Birds," at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden in New York City, and for a collection of recordings, "The Birdsong Project," to benefit the National Audubon Society. Correspondent Martha Teichner explores what happens when artists take wing.
Brooklyn restaurant offers residency to Ukrainian chef
Ukrainian chef Mirali Dilbazi finally achieved his dream of opening a restaurant in Kyiv – then the war began. Now, one Brooklyn restaurant is offering him a residency to display his creativity and share his cuisine across the world.
5 charged in illegal gambling operation allegedly run by N.Y. crime family
An unsealed federal indictment alleges that the gambling enterprise operated for 15 years under the protection of the Lucchese crime family.
Amazon loses bid to overturn union win at Staten Island warehouse
Labor board dismissed Amazon's allegations of interference; company says it will appeal.
Chef Brian Tsao opens sandwich restaurant
Brian Tsao has cooked in some of New York City's best restaurants and now he is at the helm of his own sandwich shop which just opened in May. For "The Dish," Vladimir Duthiers visited Mission Sandwich Social in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood where all sandwiches have a twist of rock n roll.
Police: McDonald's employee shot by son of customer served cold fries
Police say a McDonald's employee was shot by the son of a customer who was served cold fries. As CBS2's Alecia Reid reports, there's growing concern about workplace safety in the city.
Runner dies after Brooklyn Half Marathon
A runner died after collapsing at the finish line of the Brooklyn Half Marathon. Sixteen others were taken to the hospital. CBS New York reports.
Neurodiverse theater company on inclusion
The stage is set for a talented cast of artists who are proving that diversity goes beyond what you can see, especially when it comes to developmental disabilities. Jean Song reports on how EPIC Players in Brooklyn, New York, is empowering neurodiverse communities.
Dacha 46 mobilizes community for Ukraine
A Brooklyn chef couple is mobilizing the New York community and beyond to help provide immediate support for Ukrainians impacted by Russia's attacks. And along the way, Trina and Jessica Quinn of Dacha 46 are on a mission to cut through misconceptions about Eastern European cuisine. Jean Song reports.
A hooded man throws a homemade explosive into a minimart in Brooklyn
A hooded man throws a homemade explosive into a minimart in Brooklyn in what may have been a revenge crime. One man was injured.
Live
U.S. launches more Iran strikes as threats to oil trade deepen
President Trump threatened to bomb an Iranian bridge or power plant for every ship attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, as one shipping insider says "nothing is going through."
House GOP advances $95B plan to fund Iran war and SAVE America Act
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
Secret Service warns of high threat levels before White House Correspondents' Dinner
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
Nolan Wells' cause of death undetermined, family's autopsy shows
Nolan Wells, 18, was found dead just off Horn Island in Mississippi after enjoying a day out with friends on July 4.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall on Gulf Coast. See its path.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
Council handpicked by Trump to gut review process of historic-preservation projects
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
DOJ sues over immersion water heaters that can burst into flames
The Justice Department is trying to force the two Chinese companies to recall immersion water heaters used for bathtubs and pools.
Lung cancer in nonsmokers: "A women's health crisis"
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in American women — and a growing share of new cases are in women who've never smoked.
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Secret Service warns of high threat levels before White House Correspondents' Dinner
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
Council handpicked by Trump to gut review process of historic-preservation projects
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
First beluga whales from Marineland arrive in Texas as rescue underway
Two beluga whales settled into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio this week following an international relocation mission from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
House GOP advances $95 billion plan to fund Iran war and SAVE America Act
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
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House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
ChatGPT's medical advice nearly killed a man, lawsuit claims
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
What Trump's generic drug tariffs could mean, according to experts
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U.S.
"Nothing is going through" the Strait of Hormuz, shipping insider says
Despite U.S. assertions, the CEO of a maritime risk firm says "there is no guarantee of safe passage" through the Strait of Hormuz.
Kalshi debuts a midterm election hub to predict race outcomes
The site claims its hub will provide accurate insights into election outcomes based on traders' bets.
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Mayor who survived assassination attempt shot dead in town hall
Mayor Valentin Lavin, who was allied to President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, had already survived an armed attack in January, according to local media reports.
Secret Service warns of high threat levels before White House Correspondents' Dinner
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
Council handpicked by Trump to gut review process of historic-preservation projects
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
House GOP advances $95 billion plan to fund Iran war and SAVE America Act
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
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Pastor sues over ChatGPT medical advice
A pastor in Florida is suing OpenAI after he used ChatGPT for medical advice and received suggestions that he claims caused him to delay necessary treatment. Jo Ling Kent reports.
ChatGPT's medical advice nearly killed a man, lawsuit claims
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
What Trump's generic drug tariffs could mean, according to experts
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U.S.
FDA recalls antihistamine tablets. Here are the affected products.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
Lung cancer in nonsmokers: "A women's health crisis"
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in American women — and a growing share of new cases are in women who've never smoked.
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Mayor who survived assassination attempt shot dead in town hall
Mayor Valentin Lavin, who was allied to President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, had already survived an armed attack in January, according to local media reports.
First beluga whales from Marineland arrive in Texas as rescue underway
Two beluga whales settled into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio this week following an international relocation mission from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
5,700 more deaths than usual recorded in France during heat wave
France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, according to the public health agency.
"Nothing is going through" the Strait of Hormuz, shipping insider says
Despite U.S. assertions, the CEO of a maritime risk firm says "there is no guarantee of safe passage" through the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. and Saudi Arabia sign nuclear cooperation deal
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed a deal for U.S. companies to run nuclear power on Saudi soil, the U.S. Department of Energy announced Wednesday.
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Luke Bracey on "Little House on the Prairie"
Luke Bracey tells "CBS Mornings" the new "Little House on the Prairie" series was adapted from the books rather than a reboot of the TV show. He explains why he thinks it resonates with people today and how a playlist helped him and a co-star bond over their characters.
Anson Mount previews new "Star Trek" season
Anson Mount previews the fourth season of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds." He talks about his introduction to "Star Trek" and why he thinks it's the best season yet.
Tenisha Warner, widow of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, opens up about being a single mom
Tenisha Warner sat down for an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" before a lawsuit over her late husband's estate became public, and discussed her grief and raising her daughter alone.
Inside the cameras used for "The Odyssey"
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has made history as the first feature-length film shot entirely on 70mm IMAX cameras. Jay Holben, technical editor for the American Cinematographer, joins CBS News to discuss.
Kaylee Hottle, actress in "Godzilla vs. Kong," dies at 18 in car crash
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
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Machine learning professor on OpenAI attack
OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT, says one of its artificial intelligence models went rogue and hacked another AI company. Neil Lawrence, professor of machine learning at the University of Cambridge, joins to assess the claim.
New tech could help millions of paralyzed people
New findings identified a technology that could restore movement and sensation for millions of paralyzed people living with spinal cord injuries. Bradley Blackburn has the story.
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.
OpenAI says new model hacked on its own
OpenAI says its new artificial intelligence model hacked another company on its own in what the company called "an unprecedented cyber incident." Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
France becomes first EU country to ban social media for kids under 15
As lawmakers approve a social media ban on kids and phones in high schools, Macron says France is "leading the way in Europe when it comes to protecting our children."
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Science
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Pastor sues over ChatGPT medical advice
A pastor in Florida is suing OpenAI after he used ChatGPT for medical advice and received suggestions that he claims caused him to delay necessary treatment. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Rocket launcher hoax shakes LaGuardia
A Delta Airlines pilot coming in to land a flight with more than 100 people on board faced terrifying moments over LaGuardia Airport on Tuesday night after an anonymous caller falsely reported a rocket launcher on the ground. Tom Hanson has the story.
Florida police fire at murder suspect's car
Florida police fired a barrage of bullets at a vehicle belonging to a man wanted for the murder of a mother of four after he led them on a wild car chase. The suspect was taken into custody. Cristian Benavides has more.
Details from Nolan Wells' independent autopsy
An independent autopsy for Nolan Wells, the Mississippi teen who was found dead after a July Fourth boat party, has been released. Skyler Henry reports.
Hearing begins for singer D4vd
A multi-day hearing began Tuesday in Los Angeles where the singer known as D4vd is facing murder and other felony charges in the death of a teenage girl. CBS News' Gwen Baumgardner and Jessica Levinson have the latest.
Space
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Details on U.S.-Saudi Arabia nuclear deal
The United States signed a nuclear energy agreement with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
Pastor sues over ChatGPT medical advice
A pastor in Florida is suing OpenAI after he used ChatGPT for medical advice and received suggestions that he claims caused him to delay necessary treatment. Jo Ling Kent reports.
U.S. launches 12th night of strikes on Iran
The U.S. launched an 12th night of strikes against Iran Wednesday, hours after President Trump attended the dignified transfer of four service members killed in the war. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports.
Breaking down the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed a new nuclear agreement Wedesday that could help the Middle Eastern country diverisify its energy sources. Margaret Brennan has more.
Trump attends dignified transfer of soldiers
President Trump on Wednesday oversaw the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. soldiers killed in the war on Iran. The U.S. launched another round of strikes on Iran Wednesday night. Weijia Jiang reports.