Winter storm causes power outages amid deep freeze
Blinding blizzards, freezing rain and frigid cold knocked out power from Maine to Seattle.
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Holiday travel headaches
Dangerous whiteout conditions hampered road travel on Friday. From Northern Iowa to Buffalo, New York, blizzard-like weather dropped drivers' visibility to near zero. Travel conditions aren't much better in the air. Naomi Ruchim reports.
Buffalo supermarket shooter pleads guilty
The gunman who killed 10 people in a racist mass shooting at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket last May has pleaded guilty to all state charges brought against him, including multiple counts of murder in the first degree. Jericka Duncan reports.
Man due in court over supermarket killings
A 19-year-old man is expected to plead guilty in court today on charges over the killing of 10 people in a Tops supermarket in Buffalo last May. NFL wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was escorted off a plane at Miami International Airport by police, and Iran is fuming ahead of a crucial World Cup match against the U.S., after U.S. Soccer posted images of Iran’s flag on social media without a symbol associated with the country’s leaders.
Buffalo city worker killed while assisting with snow removal
"We are in pain right now having suffered this loss," said Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown.
New York digs out after historic snowstorm
Residents in some parts of western New York are digging out from snow piles taller than they are after a lake-effect storm pounded the area over the weekend. WIVB's Marlee Tuskes has the latest.
Western New York digs out of massive snowstorm
Western New York is feeling relief after three days of snowfall finally ceased. Orchard Par saw 77 inches of snow, forcing the Buffalo Bills’ scheduled home game against the Browns to be moved to Detroit.
Buffalo, western New York start digging out after "historic" storm
By Saturday, the National Weather Service recorded 77 inches in Orchard Park.
Fans use shovels, snowblowers to ensure Bills players can get to game
Neighbors of several players helped clear snow to ensure they got to the airport in time to travel to Detroit for their game Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.
Powerful storm slams Great Lakes
A powerful and deadly lake-effect snowstorm is pounding parts of the Great Lakes area, including western New York. CBS News correspondent Tanya Rivero has more.
Lake-effect snowstorm in western New York
At least two people are dead in connection to a major snowstorm that dumped several feet of snow across western and northern New York state. CBS News correspondent Tanya Rivero joins us from Buffalo to discuss the latest.
12-year-old boy buys bullied classmate brand new sneakers
A student saw his classmate being bullied because of his sneakers, so he took it upon himself to buy his friend a new pair of kicks.
Life-threatening snow hits Buffalo
A historic snowfall pummeled through Buffalo with life-threatening impacts. Tanya Rivera reports.
Upstate New York braces for "dangerous," slow-moving snowstorm
A forecast for the Buffalo area warned that the city could see two to three inches of snow per hour on Thursday night.
Video shows unarmed guard preventing gunman from entering treatment clinic
The guard was able to restrain the gunman, who tried to enter the facility with an AR-15 rifle, until police arrived.
How life has changed after Buffalo shooting
It's been six months since a gunman opened fire in a Buffalo, New York grocery store, killing 10 people and injuring three others. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Jeff Glor returned to the city to see how life has changed and what many believe still needs to be done.
Biden honors victims of Buffalo shooting
President Biden spoke in Buffalo, New York, on Tuesday after meeting with families of the victims of the mass shooting that left 10 people dead. "What happened here is simple and straightforward: terrorism. Terrorism. Domestic terrorism," Mr. Biden said. Major Garrett anchors a CBS News Special Report with reporting and analysis from Jeff Pegues and Ed O'Keefe.
Eye on America: Kentucky's recovery, and more
The road to recovery is a long one for tornado-ravaged towns in Kentucky, but locals are finding strength in the kindness of strangers. We also meet with the Native American tribe that's bringing near-extinct buffalo back to their homeland. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Report suggests Buffalo suspect was radicalized
New York's attorney general is calling for state legislators to pass a law banning the livestreaming of homicides. The move comes after her office released a scathing report suggesting the accused Buffalo gunman was radicalized by social media. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Nikki Battiste spoke with Michael Edison Hayden, a senior investigative reporter with the Southern Poverty Law Center, about the proposed changes.
Starbucks union organizer says company forced her out
"Starbucks has deliberately made my continued employment at the company impossible," labor organizer claims.
Feds warn about possible copycat attacks
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security have issued a bulletin warning of the potential for racially motivated copycat attacks inspired by the deadly shooting in May at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has more.
FBI, DHS bulletin warns of potential for copycat racist mass shootings
The widespread dissemination of the Buffalo suspect's writing will "likely enhance the capabilities" of other potential mass shooters, the bulletin says.
Biden hosting unity summit to combat hate-filled violence
President Biden is hosting a summit in September aimed at combatting hate-fueled violence in the U.S.
Buffalo shooting investigated as hate crime
The mass shooting at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket that left 10 people dead is now being investigated as a hate crime. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the latest developments in the case.
Difficulties securing public spaces from active shooters
Recent mass shootings in the U.S. have occurred in so-called "soft targets," public spaces with little security in place to stop an active shooter. Tung Yin, professor of law at Lewis and Clark Law School, explains how practical it is to secure these areas.
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Iran says it's ready to "teach a lesson" if U.S. launches new attacks
Iran warns any new U.S. attacks will bring a "bad result," as President Trump acknowledges the ceasefire is faltering and violence flares in Lebanon.
Trump on "the only thing that matters" in dealing with Iran
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
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Ukraine and U.S. move toward landmark drone defense deal
A deal is taking shape for the U.S. and Ukraine to jointly develop and build weapons that have been at the forefront of the wars in both Ukraine and Iran.
Trump administration to name David Venturella as interim ICE chief
The Trump administration plans to name longtime immigration official David Venturella as the interim head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, replacing acting director Todd Lyons, a spokesperson and two U.S. officials said.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" could close in June, sources say
The closure comes amid escalating operating costs for the facility, which are now estimated to total nearly $1 billion.
Brandon Clarke of the Memphis Grizzlies dies at age 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
Data reveals 42% drop in Canadian visits to U.S. last year
University of Toronto researchers say cellphone data shows a major drop not only in Canadian tourists visiting the U.S., "but also in business-related travel."
Trump heads to China today for high-stakes meeting with Xi
Trade, Taiwan and tensions with Iran are surefire topics for President Trump's meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
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Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
Will Trump seek investment to join China in a "dark factory" future?
A Chinese manufacturing giant tells CBS News how its sprawling factory runs with a fraction of the human workforce previously required.
Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" could close in June, sources say
The closure comes amid escalating operating costs for the facility, which are now estimated to total nearly $1 billion.
Trump on "the only thing that matters" in dealing with Iran
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Businesses starting to receive their IEEPA tariff refunds
"I'd been checking the status feverishly to see if anything was in my bank account," one small business owner said.
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Will Trump seek investment to join China in a "dark factory" future?
A Chinese manufacturing giant tells CBS News how its sprawling factory runs with a fraction of the human workforce previously required.
Businesses starting to receive their IEEPA tariff refunds
"I'd been checking the status feverishly to see if anything was in my bank account," one small business owner said.
Searing U.S. energy prices are driving the hottest inflation in years
CPI gas price index has surged 28% from a year ago, while overall energy costs are up nearly 18%, new inflation data shows.
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could reach nearly 4% in 2027
A larger COLA would boost monthly checks for retirees, but also strain Social Security's already depleted trust funds.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed governor, clearing path to become chair
The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, a crucial step in President Trump's push to make Warsh the central bank's leader, replacing Jerome Powell.
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Trump administration to name David Venturella as interim ICE chief
The Trump administration plans to name longtime immigration official David Venturella as the interim head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, replacing acting director Todd Lyons, a spokesperson and two U.S. officials said.
Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" could close in June, sources say
The closure comes amid escalating operating costs for the facility, which are now estimated to total nearly $1 billion.
Trump on "the only thing that matters" in dealing with Iran
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Marty Makary resigns as FDA commissioner after internal tensions
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigned his position, stepping aside amid a swirl of reports that his tenure was coming to an end.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed governor, clearing path to become chair
The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, a crucial step in President Trump's push to make Warsh the central bank's leader, replacing Jerome Powell.
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How exercise can improve brain health
Daily physical activity is one of the important steps to building healthy habits to lower the risk of dementia. As part of a three-part series, "Brain Health: From Awareness to Action," Alzheimer's Association President and CEO Joanne Pike joins "CBS Mornings" with tips on incorporating exercise into your routine as part of their "(re)think your brain" initiative. Learn more about their "6-Step Challenge" at rethinkyourbrain.org (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association)
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Parents sue OpenAI over teen's death after he used ChatGPT to get drug info
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
WHO chief says "work not over" after evacuation of hantavirus-stricken ship
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
Americans from hantavirus ship quarantining
The 18 Americans who were aboard a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship have returned to the U.S. and are now in quarantine. One remains in the biocontainment unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center after testing positive. Ian Lee has more.
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Will Trump seek investment to join China in a "dark factory" future?
A Chinese manufacturing giant tells CBS News how its sprawling factory runs with a fraction of the human workforce previously required.
Putin says Russia test launches "most powerful missile in the world"
Russia tested a new long-range missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads, months after the last treaty with the U.S. expired.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejects mounting calls to resign
Despite a fifth of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's fellow Labour Party lawmakers calling on him to step down, he says he'll "get on with governing."
Data reveals 42% drop in Canadian visits to U.S. last year
University of Toronto researchers say cellphone data shows a major drop not only in Canadian tourists visiting the U.S., "but also in business-related travel."
Lawmakers press Hegseth on details on Iran war authorization, ceasefire
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the $1.5 trillion the Pentagon is seeking is "admittedly a historic budget."
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Stars of "Dutton Ranch" on reprising roles
Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, the stars and executive producers of "Dutton Ranch," sit down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about reprising their "Yellowstone" roles for the series spinoff. The series premieres May 15 on Paramount+.
Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
Annette Bening talks "Dutton Ranch"
Annette Bening talks about starring in the "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch," why she wanted to play her character and learning to ride a horse for the role.
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck sued over movie
Inspired by a true story, Netflix's "The Rip," starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, follows two Miami-Dade police officers as they discover more than $20 million of cartel cash during a drug raid and reveals corruption within the department. But now the real-life officers involved in the raid are suing Damon and Affleck through their production company. Carter Evans reports.
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White House invites business titans on China trip
The White House invited 16 top U.S. executives to join President Trump on his trip to China. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Takeout" to discuss what the move could signal to Beijing.
Latest details on Musk-OpenAI court battle
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the stand on Tuesday to defend himself against a lawsuit brought by his former business partner, Elon Musk. Paresh Dave, senior writer for Wired, joins to unpack the case so far.
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.
Sam Altman testifies in Musk-OpenAI trial
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the stand Tuesday in Elon Musk's high-profile lawsuit against Altman's company. Altman defended the company against Musk's allegations that OpenAI betrayed its founding mission by becoming a for-profit entity. New York Times tech reporter Natallie Rocha joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump-Xi summit expected to focus on trade, AI
President Trump departed the White House for Beijing on Tuesday to attend a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Chris McGuire, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News to unpack the topics the leaders are expected to discuss.
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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Trump: UFO files released for transparency
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it's time for the American people see it for themselves, as the Pentagon started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
"The Age of Disclosure" director on UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released and declassified numerous files on UFOs, including eyewitness testimony, photos and reports. Government knowledge of non-human intelligent life was the subject of the documentary "The Age of Disclosure," released in February. Its director and producer, Dan Farah, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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New details about Boston-area highway gunman
The suspect who allegedly fired into a major road near Boston had prior criminal convictions. Jericka Duncan reports on new details about the shooting and the suspect.
Charges after Baltimore's Key Bridge collapse
The Justice Department announced criminal charges against the ship operator in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse that killed six people in 2024. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Mayor faces prison time over alleged spying
Eileen Wang, the former mayor of Arcadia, California, faces a 10-year prison sentence for pleading guilty to acting as a covert agent for China. CBS News Los Angeles' Tina Patel has more.
Search for Nancy Guthrie reaches 100 days
The search for Nancy Guthrie has spanned 100 days, and key evidence in the case is still under analysis. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Man shoots at random in Massachusetts
A suspect is in custody after appearing to be shooting at random near three college campuses in Massachusetts. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
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Harvard voting on grade inflation measure
Harvard University faculty members are voting on potentially limiting the number of "A's" professors can give students in an attempt to curb rising grade inflation. Axios Boston reporter Mike Deehan joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Custodian ushers ducklings to golf course
Outside of Chicago, at Western Avenue Elementary, the head custodian has been looking out for little ducklings for 29 years. Matt Gutman has the story.
New details about Boston-area highway gunman
The suspect who allegedly fired into a major road near Boston had prior criminal convictions. Jericka Duncan reports on new details about the shooting and the suspect.
"Alligator Alcatraz" to close, sources say
The immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz" is set to close less than a year after it opened, sources told CBS News.
Small plane crashes in Atlantic Ocean
A small plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday, 50 miles off Vero Beach, Florida, with 11 people on board. Cristian Benavides reports.