SoCal wildfires force mandatory evacuations
Powerful Santa Ana winds are fueling two fast-moving wildfires that exploded in Southern California. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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Maria Fire erupts in Southern California
Crews are battling a new wildfire that exploded overnight in Ventura County, northwest of Los Angeles. The so-called Maria Fire grew to over 8,000 acres in just a few hours. It’s one of many wildfires in California during a period of dangerous fire conditions. Carter Evans reports.
Scope of PG&E's blackouts amid wildfires
The largest power provider in the country, California's Pacific Gas and Electric, is under intense scrutiny for its part in numerous fires. Last year's devastating Paradise Fire was blamed on the company's equipment, and that sent PG&E into bankruptcy. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Manhunt underway for 2 accused murderers
A manhunt is underway for two accused murderers who escaped from California's Monterey County Jail. Santos Samuel Fonseca and Jonathan Salazar broke free Sunday. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Watch Newsom's full speech on L.A. protests
California Gov. Gavin Newsom gave a televised address on Tuesday in the wake of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations that sparked days of protests in the Los Angeles area and the deployment of hundreds of National Guard troops and U.S. Marines to the area by President Trump. Watch his full address.
Feinstein on North Korea
Senator Dianne Feinstein, D-California, discusses the North Korean missile test, the failed health care bill, and the criticism of Attorney General Jeff Sessions.
Sen. Feinstein on summit with North Korea
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-California, joins moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss the proposed summit talks with North Korea and Gina Haspel's upcoming confirmation hearing to become CIA Director.
Gov. Gavin Newsom responds to troops in L.A.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered remarks about President Trump's mobilization of National Guard troops and Marines in response to the anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles. CBS News anchor Jessi Mitchell leads a special report.
Christine Blasey Ford's congresswoman: Ford "should be given the respect she deserves"
Rep. Anna Eshoo, D-California, was the first elected official to hear Christine Blasey Ford's accusations, and she tells John Dickerson why she believed Ford’s story.
Top California union leader arrested
David Huerta, the president of the California division of the Service Employees International Union, is facing a felony charge following his arrest at an immigration protest in Los Angeles on Friday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Trump and Hegseth visit Fort Bragg as they send troops to Los Angeles
President Trump said he will restore the names of several military bases previously named after Confederate military figures.
California gov: Trump has "got our back"
California Gov. Jerry Brown joins moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss President Trump’s visit to address devastating wildfires in California.
Open: This is "Face the Nation"
This week on “Face the Nation,” moderator Margaret Brennan interviews California Governor Jerry Brown, Sen. Rand Paul, Rep. Elijah Cummings and Sen. Joni Ernst. Plus, a panel of incoming members of Congress discuss the issues they want to tackle.
Trump defends deploying troops over protests
President Trump is defending his response to the Los Angeles protests, even as local officials call his actions unnecessary and illegal. Hundreds of U.S. Marines arrived in L.A. County on Tuesday to support thousands of National Guard troops deployed over the weekend. CBS News' Elise Preston, Nikole Killion and Eleanor Watson have the latest details.
McCarthy: "Action will be taken" against Steve King
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-California, tells Margaret Brennan he will meet with Rep. Steve King on Monday to discuss King's recent comments on white supremacy.
Dramatic rescue of man who fell on train tracks
A transit worker is being called a hero for saving a stranger from an oncoming train in Oakland, California. John O’Connor pulled him up with less than a second to spare. David Begnaud reports.
California jail escape: Suspects carved hole
Two murder suspects who escaped from a California jail are still on the loose. Santos Fonseca and Jonathan Salazar broke out of the Monterey County jail Sunday. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
"60 Minutes" recap: October 27, 2019
From Biden to pot to pandas, take a look back at some of the best moments from last Sunday's broadcast of "60 Minutes."
Trump's rights to deploy troops amid protests
Elizabeth Goitein is the senior director of the Liberty and National Security Program at the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law and an expert on presidential emergency powers and government surveillance and secrecy. Groitein joined CBS News to discuss President Trump's troop deployment in response to anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles.
Suspect identified in synagogue shooting
A 19-year-old suspect is in custody following a deadly shooting at a synagogue in California. A gunman opened fire, killing one person and injuring three others. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Swalwell: "We have a really bad kid at the White House"
Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-California, joins Margaret Brennan to discuss Attorney General William Barr's testimony and his 2020 presidential campaign.
McCarthy: Democrats "more interested in subpoenas than solutions"
Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-California, joins moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss Congress' next steps following the Mueller report.
Schiff: "No question" Iran behind tanker attacks
Rep. Adam Schiff, D-California, joins moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss the U.S. response to Iran's suspected involvement in attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
What we know about U.S. anti-ICE protests
About 700 Marines have joined National Guard troops in Los Angeles in response to anti-ICE protests that have gripped the city and spread across the country. CBS News' Elise Preston and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
Marines in L.A. area amid ICE protests
About 700 active-duty Marines are in the Los Angeles area on Tuesday, joining the National Guard troops that President Trump ordered to the city in response to immigration protests. Mr. Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom traded insults over social media over the deployment. CBS News' Elise Preston and Ed O'Keefe.
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U.S. searching for crew member from downed fighter jet as Iran war rages on
As the Iran war enters a sixth week, a U.S. fighter jet was shot down over Iran on Friday, sparking a search-and-rescue mission that recovered the pilot. A search is ongoing for another crew member.
Trump orders DHS to pay all employees despite shutdown
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
American fighter jet was downed over Iran, 1 crew member rescued
U.S. officials confirmed that an F-15E fighter jet went down over Iran.
Trump signs executive order to expand NCAA's control over college sports
The executive order is designed to increase the NCAA's control over college sports, and threatens to remove federal funding for colleges and universities that don't comply with NCAA rules.
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Senate Democrat demands that TSA lift its "shoes-on" policy, calling it a safety risk
A key senator is demanding the TSA reverse its decision to let travelers keep their shoes on while passing through airport screening, a controversial policy at the center of a classified security warning.
23 states sue Trump over new executive order targeting mail voting
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
Judge denies DOJ request to revive Federal Reserve subpoenas
A federal judge on Friday rejected efforts by the Justice Department to revive two subpoenas it served to the Federal Reserve.
Employers added 178,000 jobs in March, blowing past forecasts
Hiring was much stronger than expected in March, with employers adding roughly three times the number of jobs economists predicted.
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Undefeated UConn upset by South Carolina in women's Final Four
UConn, on a 54-game winning streak, entered the Final Four undefeated for the ninth time in school history.
A school learned sign language to communicate with its only deaf student
New Hampshire is one of the few states in the nation that doesn't have a dedicated school for the deaf.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
Chicago Fed's Goolsbee says he sees inflation as risk to 2026 rate cuts
Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, said mounting inflation risks "complicates the picture" on interest rates.
3 ways the Iran war is hitting Americans' pocketbooks
U.S. consumers are starting to feel the financial impact of the Iran war. Here's how the conflict is seeping into the economy.
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Chicago Fed's Goolsbee says he sees inflation as risk to 2026 rate cuts
Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, said mounting inflation risks "complicates the picture" on interest rates.
3 ways the Iran war is hitting Americans' pocketbooks
U.S. consumers are starting to feel the financial impact of the Iran war. Here's how the conflict is seeping into the economy.
3.1 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS are recalled
The eye drops — sold under multiple brands — have been recalled over concerns about sterility, according to the FDA.
Employers added 178,000 jobs in March, blowing past forecasts
Hiring was much stronger than expected in March, with employers adding roughly three times the number of jobs economists predicted.
United raises bag fees, becoming second U.S. carrier to up the price this week
United did not say why it was raising its prices, but the move follows JetBlue also hiking its checked bag fees earlier this week, citing "rising operating costs."
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Trump orders DHS to pay all employees despite shutdown
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore: U.S. is "lurching again into another forever war"
In an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Moore said President Trump has yet to articulate what the U.S. is doing in Iran.
23 states sue Trump over new executive order targeting mail voting
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
Trump signs executive order to expand NCAA's control over college sports
The executive order is designed to increase the NCAA's control over college sports, and threatens to remove federal funding for colleges and universities that don't comply with NCAA rules.
Alito treated for dehydration after falling ill in March, Supreme Court says
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was treated for dehydration after falling ill at an event in Philadelphia on March 20, the court's public information office said.
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HHS announces national program to study effect of microplastics on humans
The Environmental Protection Agency also added microplastics to its contaminant candidate list for the first time.
FDA approves Eli Lilly weight loss pill
The FDA approved a new GLP-1 drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
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.
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Pope Leo carries cross for all 14 stations during Good Friday procession
Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all of the 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff, marking the first time in decades that a pope carried the cross to every station.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore: U.S. is "lurching again into another forever war"
In an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Moore said President Trump has yet to articulate what the U.S. is doing in Iran.
American fighter jet downed over Iran, 1 crew member rescued
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
U.S. returns Chinese drug fugitive in rare extradition, Beijing says
U.S. immigration authorities followed "clues" shared by China's narcotics control commission to repatriate the fugitive, Beijing's public security ministry said.
Transcript: Archbishop Timothy Broglio on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 5, 2026
The following is the full transcript of the interview with Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the Archdiocese for the Military Services U.S.A. a portion of which will air on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 5, 2026. The interview was taped on April 2, 2026.
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Mumford & Sons on new music
Mumford & Sons' new record, "Prizefighter," recently debuted in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 200. The band spoke to Anthony Mason about their journey through the music industry, how they got their confidence back and the major collaborations on their new music.
Setback for Blake Lively in legal battle
A federal judge dismissed actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims in the legal battle between her and "It Ends With Us" director and her former co-star Justin Baldoni. Jericka Duncan has more.
Tiger Woods arrest video
Golf icon Tiger Woods told officers at the scene of a Florida car crash where he was arrested for DUI that he was "just talking to the president." It's unclear if Woods was referring to President Trump. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Gucci Mane kidnapped, robbed at gunpoint in Dallas, DOJ says
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
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.
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.
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Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How Artemis II crew will sleep in space
Members of the Artemis II crew will be the first people to sleep inside the Orion spacecraft. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more on how they'll do that.
How do astronauts use the bathroom?
The science and technology behind using the restroom in space continues to evolve. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave looks at the out-of-this-world facilities available to the Artemis II crew.
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From 1996: FBI arrests suspected Unabomber
On April 3, 1996, the FBI arrested Theodore Kaczynski in the Unabomber case, ending one of the longest and most intense manhunts in U.S. history. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
More on Pam Bondi's firing
President Trump's firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi is raising questions about their dynamic in the months prior. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Plot to poison man's root beer float
A mother and daughter are accused of killing a man by poisoning his root beer float. CBS News' Peter Van Sant reports.
Tiger Woods arrest video
Golf icon Tiger Woods told officers at the scene of a Florida car crash where he was arrested for DUI that he was "just talking to the president." It's unclear if Woods was referring to President Trump. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Woman charged in root beer float murder orders hit on best friend
Nearly a year after her husband Harold Allen died, Marsha Allen's Indiana home was burglarized. The burglar alleged her daughter, Ashley Jones, was behind it all.
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Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
NASA shares first photos of Earth taken by Artemis II
The photo shows the entire planet, as well as the Northern and Southern lights.
Artemis II crew clears Earth orbit, heads for the moon
The engine firing provided a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it to 24,500 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a trek to the moon.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
Artemis II launches into orbit as NASA begins historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-and-a-half-day mission around the moon and back.
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From 1996: FBI arrests suspected Unabomber
On April 3, 1996, the FBI arrested Theodore Kaczynski in the Unabomber case, ending one of the longest and most intense manhunts in U.S. history. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
Petraeus lauds Ukraine's "extraordinary innovation"
Former CIA Director David Petraeus spoke at the Kyiv Security Forum on Friday, praising Ukraine's military and saying it has redefined modern warfare. Petraeus sat down with CBS News international reporter Aidan Stretch to discuss further.
Previewing NCAA Final Four games
The NCAA Men's Final Four tips off on Saturday night. The first game features number three Illinois colliding with powerhouse University of Connecticut. Then, there will be a battle between the two No.1 seeds, Michigan and Arizona. Eddie Pells, national sports writer for the Associated Press, joins "The Daily Report" to preview the games.
Farm bankruptcies increasing: Politico
U.S. farmers are struggling to stay afloat as the cost to operate keeps increasing. According to new Agriculture Department data analyzed by Politico, the U.S. has lost nearly 150,000 farms in the last five years. Rachel Shin, one of the authors of that analysis, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Why March jobs report exceeded expectations
March was a good month for U.S. job growth, according to the latest report that blew away Wall Street expectations with 178,000 jobs added. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.