Tentative contract deal for L.A. teachers would raise salaries by 21%
The deal with the school district would also reduce class sizes over time.
California
SUV crashes through second floor of California home
Authorities are investigating the crash, noting that the carport roof that the car landed on is on the same level as a hill next to the house.
$21.1 million worth of fentanyl found in green beans
More than 300 packages of the pills were found hidden within the green bean shipment in California, officials said.
Aaron Carter's cause of death revealed in autopsy report
Carter was found dead last November at his home in Lancaster, California.
Netflix will ship last DVDs in September
Streaming giant will mail its last DVDs in the company's signature red envelopes in September as it shuts down DVD.com.
Court overturns Berkeley, California's gas ban
Restaurant owners argued city bypassed federal energy regulations when it approved the pro-environment ordinance.
What is the "Graypril" weather event hovering over San Diego?
"Oh sun, where are thee?" the local National Weather Service asked.
"Mysterious spiral" illuminates Alaska sky
"I always see strange things in the sky but this was insane," one woman who saw the mysterious spiral said.
Goats help trim flammable brush in San Francisco
Heavy precipitation has led to an abundance of grass and other brush throughout San Francisco, but as the seasons change and the plants die, they become dangerously flammable. To help reduce the risk of fires, City Grazing has unleashed a herd of goats to graze throughout the city and help manage the fire risk. John Blackstone shares the group’s story.
Here's what a $100K salary is really worth across the U.S.
In some cities, the milestone income falls way short of a six-figure lifestyle, a SmartAsset analysis shows.
FAA clears the way for maiden flight of SpaceX Starship rocket
With an FAA license in hand, SpaceX says the maiden flight of the world's most powerful rocket could come as early as Monday.
3 American sailors missing off coast of Mexico
They were last heard from on April 4 near Mazatlán, Mexico, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Details emerge about suspect charged with murder in tech executive's death
Neighbors described Momeni as "warm" and said it was a shock to see him arrested by police.
2023 Coachella music festival preview
Coachella is back for this year's music festival. Music reporter August Brown from The Los Angeles Times joins to preview this years event.
Revolution | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Sunday, as civilization moves closer to embracing the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, Scott Pelley is given access to Google’s campus in Mountain View, Calif., and their AI lab in London to examine their new slate of technologies.
Sen. Feinstein asks for Judiciary replacement
Democrat Dianne Feinstein has asked to be temporarily replaced on the Senate Judiciary Committee after missing several votes while recovering from shingles. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
California's superbloom is so big and bright, it can be seen from space
NASA's Landsat 9 satellite, which was launched in 2021 to capture images of Earth's land surface, sent back images of bright purple and green blooms in Carrizo Plain National Park.
Disneyland to officially close down Splash Mountain next month
Plans to change the ride's theme were originally announced in 2020 in an effort to remove the spotlight from the 1946 film it is based on, "Song of the South," which some say is racist.
Juul agrees to pay $462M to 6 states and District of Columbia
The embattled electronic cigarette maker is paying its largest settlement to date over the teen vaping surge.
California could ban certain food additives
Some chemicals in U.S. food are banned in other countries, but California could be the first state to get rid of these additives. Danya Bacchus reports.
Wildflower super bloom returns to California after rainy winter
California officials say super blooms of flowers happen in wet years that occur after several years of drought.
In Colorado River talks, still no agreement about water cuts
The Biden administration has evaluated how seven Western states that are reliant on the dwindling water supply from the Colorado River could dramatically cut their water use in the basin.
Higher prices for produce after Calif. storms
The price of many fruits and vegetables will be higher this spring and summer after a series of atmospheric rivers flooded farmland in California. CBS News climate reporter Cara Korte joins Lilia Luciano with more on her reporting.
Rep. Katie Porter seeks job in U.S. Senate
Rep. Katie Porter, who is in a competitive race for Dianne Feinstein's Senate seat, has written a memoir. In the book, she addresses the challenges of being a single mom in Congress, as well as the domestic abuse that ended her marriage. She talks with Natalie Morales about the possibility of a future White House bid.
Rep. Katie Porter on being "congressmom" and competitive Senate race
Rep. Katie Porter travels to Washington at least three times a month and preps most family meals in advance, using a whiteboard to manage her packed schedule.
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U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, the Government Accountability Office found.
Trump welcomes China's Xi for state dinner at White House
President Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping as the world's two most powerful countries grapple with a rivalry over advanced AI.
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Investigation
Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
30 partially clothed men found in frat basement in alleged hazing incident
Two 20-year-olds have been arrested and charged with hazing and disorderly conduct in relation to the incident.
New Trump-focused "Love Me" ad campaign paid for by taxpayers hits airwaves
Ads promoting President Trump and paid for by American taxpayers are now airing on network and national cable.
Hurricane Nolo could cause "catastrophic" flooding in Hawaii, forecasters warn
A hurricane watch is in effect for Hawaii County due to the storm, which could dump up to 3 feet of rain on Hawaii's Big Island.
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Trump to headline "Golden Age" event with top officials, tech executives
President Trump is slated to speak on Tuesday in Washington at an event that features Elon Musk, Jensen Huang and others, according to invitation materials reviewed by CBS News.
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30 partially clothed men found in frat basement in alleged hazing incident
Two 20-year-olds have been arrested and charged with hazing and disorderly conduct in relation to the incident.
Duckworth slams Trump's "foolhardy plan" to make triumphal arch a military complex
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois is demanding the Pentagon and Federal Aviation Administration reject President Trump's call to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex."
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Sept. 27)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
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New bill would lower Social Security retirement age for some workers
Workers in physically demanding jobs should be able to collect full Social Security retirement benefits at age 60, a Michigan lawmaker says.
Why the bond market is freaking out, and what it means for your money
Investors are increasingly nervous about rising inflation, which could require the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates.
Mortgage rates are back above 7%. How much higher could they climb?
Rates are "far more likely to go up than down by the end of the year," a senior economist at Realtor.com told CBS News.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Small businesses roll the dice on Kalshi to manage their risks
Hundreds of small businesses are using the prediction market to hedge against a range of business risks, according to Kalshi. Here's how.
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Duckworth slams Trump's "foolhardy plan" to make triumphal arch a military complex
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois is demanding the Pentagon and Federal Aviation Administration reject President Trump's call to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex."
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
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U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
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Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
Investigation
Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis on Trump-Xi visit: "It's a WTF moment"
The retiring North Carolina senator was critical of President Trump's reception of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was diverted
The U.S. is trying to retrieve the parts, which were reported by Bloomberg News to be in China's possession.
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Sylvester Stallone jokes about one of his wildest jobs before fame
Sylvester Stallone said he took a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before the bruised but unbowed Rocky Balboa.
Sylvester Stallone on cleaning lion cages
Sylvester Stallone took on a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before becoming a Hollywood legend. He tells correspondent Tracy Smith about one of his wildest gigs. Watch more of their conversation this weekend on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Kim Kardashian on "Team Moms: Baseball"
Kim Kardashian and the producers of "Love Island" teamed up to create "Team Moms: Baseball," a new reality show exploring the cutthroat world of elite kids' sports. Kim Kardashian and producer Natalie Ento sat down with "Entertainment Tonight" host Nischelle Turner to explain more.
First look at Taylor Swift's "Patient Zero"
"CBS Mornings" shares an exclusive first look at the video for Taylor Swift's new single, "Patient Zero."
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Taylor Swift to debut "Patient Zero" music video at VMAs. Watch a preview.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
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Andreessen Horowitz introduces AI school
The Horowitz Andreessen Academy is offering students a college alternative focused on artificial intelligence. CEO Gagan Biyani joins CBS News to discuss the revolutionary idea.
Rogue AI agent hacks government website
Australia says an OpenAI model hacked a government website containing health information. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent 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.
Will Trump and Xi take on AI during visit?
More details on alarming cases involving rogue AI models are emerging as President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, calls for regulation are growing louder. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
OpenAI model hacked Australia healthcare site
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is fuming after an OpenAI model hacked a government website in June. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio breaks down the details on the historic attack.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Ex-N.C. State trainer accused of sexual abuse is arrested in Florida
Robert M. Murphy Jr. is accused of sexually abusing former Wolfpack male athletes under the guise of treatment.
Officer thwarted Ontario synagogue shooting despite life-threatening injuries
Constable Jeff Smith was shot several times, suffering wounds to his head and torso, but continued fending off the attack until a second officer arrived.
U.S. troops help Ecuador arrest dozens linked to ruthless cartel
The operation "was conducted jointly with U.S. troops and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)," Ecuador's interior minister said.
Police accused of misusing Flock cameras
Concerns are growing over the potential misuse of automated license plate readers. Five police officers in Indianapolis are the latest to face criminal charges for allegedly using Flock cameras to track romantic partners and others.
Accused Nazi POW camp guard, 105, being investigated in Germany
The man is "accused of being an accessory to multiple murders through his activities there," prosecutors said.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Trump highlights friendship with Xi
Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit wraps up on Friday, a day after President Trump touted his friendship with the Chinese leader. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
U.S. military plans action in Cuba
The U.S. Army Reserve is reviewing a request to move resources to the military's Southern Command over the next four months, according to an internal message. Multiple U.S. officials say the request is part of continued military planning aimed at Cuba. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Hurricane Nolo heads toward Hawaii
Millions are under severe weather threats as two storms threaten the East Coast and Hawaii with floods and damaging winds. A nor'easter is battering the mid-Atlantic and is headed north, while Hurricane Nolo heads toward Hawaii's Big Island.
60 Archive: Dolly Parton's first visit to NYC
As New York celebrates Dolly Parton Appreciation Day, 60 Minutes looks back at her first visit to New York City, when the musical "Hello, Dolly!" was playing on Broadway. She told Morley Safer in 2009: "I thought, 'Hey, I've arrived. I'm here.'"