"48 Hours": How Twitter helped crack a cold case
A California police department used Twitter to help crack a decades-old cold case. Tracy Smith shares a preview of this week's "48 Hours" report about the 1973 murder of 11-year-old Linda O'Keefe.
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Artist brings chalk art to Laguna Beach
Artist David Zinn uses chalk and charcoal to draw whimsical characters in Laguna Beach, California. He creates optical illusions in the space around him, using overgrown grass and cracks in sidewalks, to delight audiences as long as the chalk and charcoal last. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Droughts push farmers toward water witches
Drought-stricken farmers in California are turning to an unscientific practice known as dousing to try to find enough water for their crops. Carter Evans goes on the hunt with a self-proclaimed "water witch."
Drought ghost towns
The megadrought ravaging farming communities in Central California has forced many farmers to let their fields go dry. That means they have to lay off workers, many of whom flee the community in search of work elsewhere. That is turning some of those towns in virtual ghost towns. Evelyn Taft has more.
Medical board insider speaks out
The mission of the California Medical Board is to protect patients but our CBS News investigative team found that doctors who repeatedly hurt their patients are often allowed to continue practicing. Jim Axelrod reports.
Oil spill threatens California beaches
An oil slick covering about 13 square miles has closed beaches, endangered wildlife and devastated one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in California. Amplify Energy, which owns the pipeline, is searching for the source of the leak and pledging full cooperation with the cleanup effort. Lilia Luciano reports.
Last day in California governor recall effort
Democratic California Governor Gavin Newsom is fighting to keep his job and even though his campaign is cautiously optimistic about the outcome, CBS News' Major Garrett spoke to some voters unimpressed with Newsom's work so far.
New California poll shows support for Newsom
President Biden is set to make two stops with California Governor Gavin Newsom Monday ahead of the state’s recall election. CBS News correspondent Major Garrett spoke with the governor and his potential replacements about the issues.
Artist brings sidewalk to life
Artist David Zinn uses chalk and charcoal to draw whimsical characters in Laguna Beach, California. He creates optical illusions in the space around him, using overgrown grass and cracks in sidewalks, to delight audiences as long as the chalk and charcoal last. Jamie Yuccas has the details.
Rail thefts trash L.A. tracks
CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports on the amount of trash left behind from rail thefts in one Los Angeles spot.
Former media exec finds joy saving donkeys
Reevaluating his life in the midst of the pandemic, a former media executive found a new mission: saving donkeys from slaughter. It's an unexpected turn for Ron King, who went from wearing Gucci and covering fashion to caring for donkeys and helping them heal in a sanctuary he created in Northern California.
Researchers tag juvenile great white sharks
Juvenile great white sharks swim in peace alongside surfers and families. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans tags along with researchers who are working to figure out why.
2 helicopters crash near beaches
A veteran police officer is dead after the chopper he was in crashed in Huntington Beach, California. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano spoke with a person who saw the chopper crash into the water.
Family mourns teen killed by LAPD gunfire
The parents of the 14-year-old girl who was killed by a Los Angeles police officer's stray bullet just two days before Christmas are calling for justice. Their attorneys are asking the LAPD to release all of the videos of the incident to them.
Holiday travel upended by Omicron surge
Thousands of flights were canceled over the Christmas holiday weekend due in part to rising Omicron cases among airline staff. Airlines are now calling on the CDC to shorten the isolation period for employees to limit further disruptions. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Los Angeles.
Bill seeks to hold fashion brands accountable
A new California bill headed for Governor Gavin Newsom's desk seeks to hold fashion brands accountable for a decades-long history of wage theft and poor working conditions for workers in the country's garment manufacturing capital of Los Angeles. Anna Werner reports from Los Angeles' fashion district.
California's "Lithium Valley" on the rise
Long a hub of geothermal power production, a forgotten backwater of Southern California known as the Salton Sea, is a bountiful reservoir of lithium, is being dubbed "Lithium Valley." The silvery-white metal is now in huge demand as it is used in electric vehicle batteries. Ben Tracy reports.
“The Last Bookstore” wins global fame
Many analysts predicted the death of the local bookstore at the hands of the internet and, more specifically, Amazon. Ironically, it is social media that is saving one 10,000-square-foot literary labyrinth in downtown Los Angeles, which was recently named "Most Instagrammed Bookstore in the World." Lee Cowan reports.
Dogs help calm kids getting vaccines
With the COVID vaccine approved for kids between the ages of 5 and 11, children across the country are rolling up their sleeves. But as many of them are frightened of needles, Jamie Yuccas visited a clinic in San Diego and met a golden retriever, named "Tank," who is helping ease the pain.
Bomb cyclone hits the Pacific Northwest
A storm system of historic proportions is slamming the Pacific Northwest. The phenomenon, known as a bomb cyclone because it brings a massive amount of rain and wind in a short period of time, is being blamed for flooding and rockslides in California and two deaths in Washington state. David Begnaud reports.
School districts tackling spread of COVID-19
School systems across the U.S. are beginning to require students involved in school sports or other extra-curricular activities to get vaccinated for COVID-19. Eligible students within the Los Angeles Unified School District who do not have a qualified exemption need to be fully vaccinated by Halloween. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Pep talk: Children's telephone hotline goes viral
In need of some encouragement? Students at West Side Union Grade School, in Healdsburg, Calif., are providing just that in recorded messages on a free telephone hotline, Peptoc. The art project, the brainchild of teachers Asherah Weiss and Jessica Martin, has gone viral, getting up to 9,000 calls per hour. Correspondent Steve Hartman talked with the teachers, and with some of the students whose unscripted, motivational gems are being shared. Need some inspiration? Call the Peptoc Hotline: (707) 998-8410.
Nature: Yosemite National Park
"Sunday Morning" takes us for a walk on the wild side, at California's Yosemite National Park. Videographer: Lance Millbrand.
L.A. program houses homeless veterans
A Los Angeles program is giving renewed hope to homeless veterans. With donations flowing in from across the country, Care Treatment Rehabilitation Services has created more than 100 housing units, where veterans can get the help they need and reclaim their lives. CBS Los Angeles' Joy Benedict reports.
Video shows stolen yacht crashing into boats in harbor chase
After hitting a sailboat, the yacht backed up, circled and continued through the harbor until it hit another parked vessel — then slammed into a wall beside a bridge.
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Gas price rises as Trump mulls dropping bid to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump indicates he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over the $4 mark.
Trump signs executive order aiming to restrict mail-in voting
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
Jamie Dimon says AI could help shorten work week, cure cancer
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI will shorten the work week and lead to medical breakthroughs, while acknowledging the technology's potential impact on the nation's workforce.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
Judge temporarily blocks construction of Trump's White House ballroom
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,
Jamie Dimon: I don't know if Iran war will be "tipping point" for recession
Jamie Dimon told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil that "what's more important for the future of the world is that this war successfully conclude."
Army crew grounded after flying helicopters near Kid Rock's house
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Tiger Woods pleads not guilty to DUI as new details emerge in arrest report
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
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Jamie Dimon says rejecting capitalism is "dead wrong" in CBS News interview
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shares his thinking on capitalism, AI, prediction markets and more in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Trump signs executive order aiming to restrict mail-in voting
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
Jamie Dimon says AI could help shorten work week, cure cancer
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI will shorten the work week and lead to medical breakthroughs, while acknowledging the technology's potential impact on the nation's workforce.
Oil, gas drilling in the Gulf exempted from Endangered Species Act
Nicknamed the "God Squad" by groups who say it can decide a species' fate, the government's Endangered Species Committee exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act.
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Jamie Dimon says rejecting capitalism is "dead wrong" in CBS News interview
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shares his thinking on capitalism, AI, prediction markets and more in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Jamie Dimon says AI could help shorten work week, cure cancer
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI will shorten the work week and lead to medical breakthroughs, while acknowledging the technology's potential impact on the nation's workforce.
Americans saving less for retirement — that's a "warning sign," experts say.
Full-time employees cut their 401(k) participation and contribution rates last year amid an affordability crunch, new research shows.
Jamie Dimon: I don't know if Iran war will be "tipping point" for recession
Jamie Dimon told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil that "what's more important for the future of the world is that this war successfully conclude."
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Trump signs executive order aiming to restrict mail-in voting
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
Oil, gas drilling in the Gulf exempted from Endangered Species Act
Nicknamed the "God Squad" by groups who say it can decide a species' fate, the government's Endangered Species Committee exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from the Endangered Species Act.
Trump advisers fear GOP midterm losses as gas prices spike
White House officials have been trying to drum up new strategies to prevent a GOP wipeout in the midterm elections.
Judge temporarily blocks construction of Trump's White House ballroom
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,
Judge rules Trump cutting off funding for NPR and PBS is unconstitutional
U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss blocked the Trump administration from enforcing provisions of his executive order that directed federal agencies to cut off funding to NPR and PBS.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
Iran war's impact is spreading beyond oil, hitting helium and aluminum
Shortages of helium, a byproduct of natural gas processing, could create problems for semiconductor and medical equipment manufacturers.
Hegseth slated for House testimony amid Iran war pressure, sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is tentatively expected to testify publicly before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, according to two sources familiar with the plans.
Police find drug-smuggling tunnel with rail system and cranes in Spain
Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."
Premature babies who escaped Gaza war finally reunited with families
Palestinian parents separated from their premature newborns by the war in Gaza finally get to meet their children for the first time.
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Army crew grounded after flying helicopters near Kid Rock's house
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Barbie Dream Fest disappoints some attendees
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
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Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
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Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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New details on Tiger Woods arrest report
Tiger Woods had bloodshot eyes, was "sweating profusely" and had "extremely dilated" pupils after a rollover car crash last week, an arrest report shows. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Police find drug-smuggling tunnel with rail system and cranes in Spain
Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."
Questions about bullet used to kill Charlie Kirk
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, are looking to review an analysis that couldn't conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Lawyers for Kirk suspect ask to delay hearing
A new court filing reveals defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, claim an ATF analysis could not conclusively connect the bullet that killed Kirk to the gun Robinson allegedly used. Now the lawyers are asking to delay Robinson's preliminary hearing to review the evidence. Carter Evans reports.
Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
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Is Artemis II launch part of a space race?
NASA is preparing for the scheduled launch of the first crewed mission around the moon in over 50 years. If the Artemis II rocket takes off on Wednesday as planned, the three-man, one-woman crew will travel further from the Earth than any humans before. Bloomberg space reporter Loren Grush has more from the Kennedy Space Center.
From 2016: Astronaut Scott Kelly returns to Earth
On March 2, 2016, NASA astronaut Scott Kelly touched down on Earth after spending 340 days aboard the International Space Station, then the longest spaceflight ever by an American, as part of a mission to study the health impacts of extended space travel. Watch CBS News' coverage of Kelly's return.
Smooth countdown continues for Artemis II moon mission
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
NASA head Jared Isaacman on Artemis II launch
NASA is poised to launch a historic spaceflight around the moon on Wednesday. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman spoke with NASA administrator Jared Isaacman about the Artemis II mission.
Artemis II moon mission countdown underway
NASA is just a day away from the planned launch of the Artemis II mission around the moon. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
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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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Is Artemis II launch part of a space race?
NASA is preparing for the scheduled launch of the first crewed mission around the moon in over 50 years. If the Artemis II rocket takes off on Wednesday as planned, the three-man, one-woman crew will travel further from the Earth than any humans before. Bloomberg space reporter Loren Grush has more from the Kennedy Space Center.
Iran strikes Kuwait oil tanker: state media
A Kuwait oil tanker was Iran's latest target in the fight over the Strait of Hormuz, state media reported Tuesday. President Trump has threatened to strike Iran's energy plants if the strait is not reopened. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Extended interview: Jordan, Hamlin, Reddick
23XI Racing co-owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, along with team driver Tyler Reddick, speak with Gayle King about the hot start to their season, the current state of NASCAR and more.
New details on Tiger Woods arrest report
Tiger Woods had bloodshot eyes, was "sweating profusely" and had "extremely dilated" pupils after a rollover car crash last week, an arrest report shows. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Jamie Dimon on artificial intelligence
Speaking with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shared an optimistic outlook on the future of artificial intelligence. "I believe that 30 years from now, your kids are probably working three and a half days a week. They'll probably live to 100," Dimon said. "There'll be cures to cancer, cars'll be safer, planes'll be safer. Life will be better."