Pensacola shooting possible act of terrorism
Investigators are still searching for a motive after a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola. The FBI is now calling the attack a possible act of terrorism. David Begnaud has the latest.
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Photo trend features crying kids with Santa
It's a tradition for kids to pose for holiday photos with Santa. But not every child smiles. As Mark Strassmann explains, some parents are even hoping for a meltdown.
Man arrested after disturbing videos
A San Diego man is facing felony weapons charges after YouTube videos showed pointing guns out a hotel window. In a jailhouse interview, he said none of it was real. Janet Shamlian has more.
House attorneys clash in impeachment hearing
The House Judiciary Committee held its second impeachment hearing, featuring presentations from investigators about the president's dealings with Ukraine. It comes as a vote to impeach President Trump looms next week. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Report released on Russia investigation
A highly anticipated report is clearing the FBI of misconduct in it's probe of the Trump campaign. But it also uncovers flaws in the investigation. Catherine Herridge reports.
New Zealand volcano eruption leaves several dead
Dozens of tourists from a cruise ship were on or near New Zealand's White Island when a volcano blasted steam and ash. At least five people are dead and others are still missing. Ian Lee has the latest.
Investigation into Saudi gunman in Florida
In Florida, the FBI says it now assumes that Friday’s deadly attack at naval air station in Pensacola was terrorism. The gunman, a 21-year-old from Saudi Arabia, reportedly posted anti-American tweets before the rampage. David Begnaud reports.
Peter Bergen on Saudi gunman, Afghanistan War
Peter Bergen, a national security expert and author of "Trump and His Generals: The Cost of Chaos," joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the suspected Saudi gunman who apparently posted on social media before opening fire at a Florida naval base.
Earth Wind & Fire: "A spiritual journey"
This weekend the 42nd annual Kennedy Center Honors celebrated music legends Earth, Wind & Fire for their nearly 50 years of music. Michelle Miller caught up with the group's surviving members - Ralph Johnson, Philip Bailey and Verdine White - on tour.
Raising boys as society redefines masculinity
Fifty-four percent of Americans believe boys are easier to raise than girls, and polling shows we've felt that way since the 1940s. A new CBSN Originals documentary, "Raising Boys," explores the challenges that come with parenting boys today as society's idea of masculinity changes. CBSN Originals executive producer Adam Yamaguchi joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the “Speaking Frankly” series.
Gayle King remembers Denise D'Ascenzo
Longtime news anchor Denise D'Ascenzo of our Hartford affiliate WFSB died unexpectedly at her Connecticut home Saturday night. She was 61 years old. “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King, who worked alongside D'Ascenzo at WFSB, reflects on her career and legacy.
Social media influencers and medical post
Pharmaceutical companies, health care providers, and advocacy groups are turning to social media influencers and celebrities to get their messages out on social media. Regulators are keeping a close eye on them. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the dangers and risks of health-related influencer posts.
Did FBI illegally monitor Trump campaign?
The Justice Department's internal watchdog is set to release a highly anticipated report on whether the FBI conducted illegal surveillance of the Trump campaign in 2016. President Trump has accused the FBI and the Justice Department of improper spying and has called the investigation of his campaign a "witch hunt." Catherine Herridge reports.
YouTube videos appear to show mass shooting dry run
Police in San Diego arrested Steven Homoki after they were tipped off about several YouTube videos that show a man holding several guns and aiming at targets in downtown San Diego. In a jailhouse interview, Homoki told CBS affiliate KFMB that the videos were a "miniature art project." Janet Shamlian reports.
Ed Smart: "There is no cure" for being gay
Elizabeth Smart's father says there's something he has to talk about – 17 years after his daughter's kidnapping and miraculous rescue. Ed Smart is revealing how he struggled to come out as gay in his first network television interview about his sexuality. The 64-year-old, who was married to his former wife, Lois, for 34 years, told "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King how difficult it was to reconcile his faith with his feelings.
Caroll Spinney, Big Bird puppeteer, dies at 85
Puppeteer Caroll Spinney, who played Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch on “Sesame Street,” died Sunday at his Connecticut home. He was 85 years old. Anthony Mason reports on his decades-long career.
Impeachment: Lawyers to lay out evidence
The impeachment of President Trump is moving one step closer to a vote, as both sides make their legal case before the House Judiciary Committee. Nancy Cordes reports.
Russia banned from Olympics for four years
Russia received a four-year ban for doping from the World Anti-Doping Agency. This means there will likely be no Russian team at the 2020 Summer Olympics or the 2022 Winter Games. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
New Zealand volcano erupts, killing at least 5
A desperate search is underway in New Zealand for people missing after the sudden eruption of a volcano Monday. At least five people have died and up to 20 have been hurt. The volcano on White Island, a popular tourist destination, lies 30 miles off the coast of New Zealand’s mainland. Lisette Reymer of our partners at New Zealand’s Newshub reports.
Caroll Spinney dies at 85
Beloved "Sesame Street" puppeteer Caroll Spinney, who was behind Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, has died. He was 85.
West Coast slammed with flash flooding warnings
The major winter storm that slammed parts of Northern California is heading west. Before it left, it caused a rock slide that shut down a section of Route 1 near Big Sur.
French government vowing to press ahead with reform
The French government and President Emmanuel Macron is vowing to press ahead with its sweeping reform of the country's pension system. This has sparked outrage and new protests across the country. Elaine Cobbe reports from Paris.
North Korea looking for ways to get U.S. concessions
North Korea says it carried out another important test and warned it's looking for new ways to get concessions from the United States. President Trump tweeted that leader Kim Jong Un has far too much to lose if he acts in a hostile way. Roxana Saberi reports.
Evidence for impeaching Trump will be presented at public hearing
Evidence for impeaching President Trump will be presented at a public hearing on Capitol Hill on Monday. The House Judiciary Committee chair says it's the "worst nightmare" of the Constitution's framers, while the president called it a "total hoax." Nikole Killion reports.
FBI reviewing digital evidence in Pensacola attack
The FBI now says it’s investigating the Pensacola shooting rampage with the "presumption of terrorism." The gunman has been identified as 21-year old Mohammed Alshamrani. The FBI says the Saudi flight student used a handgun that was purchased legally. David Begnaud reports.
Is Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization fund" legal? Experts weigh in.
The new fund to provide payouts to those who say the legal system was "weaponized" against them raised immediate questions about its legality, implementation and enforcement.
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Iran mulls latest U.S. proposal as Trump says war is in "final stages"
Iran says it's considering the latest U.S. peace offer, as President Trump says he's willing to wait "a couple of days" for a response.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
DNC releases long-awaited autopsy on 2024 election
The Democratic National Committee released a long-awaited autopsy on the 2024 election that party chair Ken Martin has kept under wraps for months.
Tennessee stops execution after failing to find vein for lethal drugs
Tennessee called off the planned execution of Tony Carruthers on Thursday, his attorney said.
House bill would ban use of federal money for DOJ's "anti-weaponization" fund
GOP Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi introduced a bill to ban the use of federal money for paying out claims under the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization" fund.
Feeding Our Future fraud ringleader Aimee Bock sentenced to 41+ years
Aimee Bock, the convicted ringleader of the $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud scheme in Minnesota, was sentenced to more than 40 years in prison on Thursday.
Trump postponing AI executive order "because I didn't like what I was seeing"
President Trump said he doesn't want to "do anything that's going to get in the way" of leading the world on the technology.
Colbert hosts "The Late Show" one last time tonight as franchise ends
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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NASCAR star Kyle Busch dies at 41 after a severe illness, his family says
Kyle Busch's family earlier Thursday announced he had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Epstein island trespasser says he was hog-tied, thrown into "dungeon"
Little St. James in the Virgin Islands has attracted seekers lured by tales of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Zelenskyy confirmed his most famous quote. I got pushback for reporting it.
Whether Zelenskyy had in fact uttered the line "I need ammunition — not a ride" was disputed by the Biden administration when I reported it. Now, the Ukrainian leader has confirmed he said it.
House bill would ban use of federal money for DOJ's "anti-weaponization" fund
GOP Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi introduced a bill to ban the use of federal money for paying out claims under the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization" fund.
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Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Consumers are still spending, but cracks are starting to show
Shoppers continue to open their pocketbooks, boosting retailers like Walmart, even as inflation jumps to its highest level in three years.
Summer air travel could be rough. Here's how travelers can prepare.
A new report finds that on-time flight arrivals are at their worst level since 2014, with fuel costs and weather adding to summer travel risks.
Record 274 climbers scale Nepal's side of Mount Everest in single day
A record 274 climbers scaled the Nepal side of Mount Everest in a single day, officials said. They took advantage of clear weather.
World Cup expected to generate more in sports bets than the Super Bowl
Americans are expected to wager more than $3 billion amid the expansion of legalized sports betting in the U.S.
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Trump lawyer-turned-critic Michael Cohen to apply for "anti-weaponization fund"
Michael Cohen, a Trump lawyer-turned-critic, is planning to apply for money from the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization fund," he told CBS News.
Zelenskyy confirmed his most famous quote. I got pushback for reporting it.
Whether Zelenskyy had in fact uttered the line "I need ammunition — not a ride" was disputed by the Biden administration when I reported it. Now, the Ukrainian leader has confirmed he said it.
House bill would ban use of federal money for DOJ's "anti-weaponization" fund
GOP Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi introduced a bill to ban the use of federal money for paying out claims under the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization" fund.
7th and 8th judges rebuff Justice Dept.'s attempts to get voter rolls from states
The Justice Department has sued 30 states and Washington, D.C., in an effort to gain access to their complete voter registration lists.
Congress delays reconciliation votes amid GOP opposition to new DOJ fund
The House and Senate will both leave Washington for their Memorial Day recess without voting on a reconciliation package to fund federal immigration agencies.
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New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.
U.S. doctor with Ebola feared he "wasn't going to make it" before evacuation
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with the missionary group Serge in Congo when he was infected with Ebola.
Is "fibermaxxing" good for your health?
Health and fitness influencers are pushing people to consume more fiber. Keri Glassman, Nutritious Life founder and CEO, joins with her take.
Vanessa Trump announces cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is working with her doctors on a treatment plan.
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Epstein island trespasser says he was hog-tied, thrown into "dungeon"
Little St. James in the Virgin Islands has attracted seekers lured by tales of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
U.S. doctor with Ebola feared he "wasn't going to make it" before evacuation
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with the missionary group Serge in Congo when he was infected with Ebola.
Divers killed in Maldives cave may have taken wrong tunnel: "No way out"
Finnish divers found the Italians in a corridor with a dead end inside the cave complex, Italy's la Repubblica daily reported.
Ukraine ups security as Russia holds nuclear strike drills with Belarus
Russia says "nuclear munitions" sent to Belarus for joint drills in the country that Moscow used as a launchpad for its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Record 274 climbers scale Nepal's side of Mount Everest in single day
A record 274 climbers scaled the Nepal side of Mount Everest in a single day, officials said. They took advantage of clear weather.
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All 24 "Survivor 50" castaways discuss season
Throughout the airing of "Survivor 50," castaways joined "CBS Mornings" to discuss their time on the show. In this marathon, relive the twists and turns and hear from all 24 contestants about what it was like to be a part of the 50th season.
"Survivor 50" finalists discuss strategy, how they planned to win
Aubry won the record $2 million prize for earning 8-of-11 votes in Wednesday night's finale of "Survivor 50."
"Survivor 50" players on game strategies
"Survivor" host Jeff Probst joins Gayle King and the top five contestants from "Survivor 50" after the jury crowned a winner in the legendary game.
Survivor 50 winner describes show experience
(Warning: spoiler alert!) The "Survivor 50" final five contestants join Gayle King to discuss the season finale.
"Survivor 50" winner crowned
(Warning: spoilers ahead!) The "Survivor 50" winner has been crowned after a monumental season featuring some of the best in the game. Gayle King breaks down the wild finale.
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Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
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.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Trump postponing AI executive order "because I didn't like what I was seeing"
President Trump said he doesn't want to "do anything that's going to get in the way" of leading the world on the technology.
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Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
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Epstein island trespasser says he was hog-tied, thrown into "dungeon"
Little St. James in the Virgin Islands has attracted seekers lured by tales of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
Tennessee stops execution after failing to find vein for lethal drugs
Tennessee called off the planned execution of Tony Carruthers on Thursday, his attorney said.
Charges dismissed for ex-official at school where 6-year-old shot teacher
A judge has dismissed all charges against a former school administrator accused of ignoring warnings about a 6-year-old with a gun.
Arrest made in Connecticut 40 years after woman's murder in Virginia
The body of 22-year-old Roberta Walls was found in a field in Virginia Beach on the morning of May 15, 1986.
TikTok star charged in alleged murder plot
A TikTok star and her father were charged for allegedly plotting to kill the father of her daughter, boy band singer Jack Avery, by paying in bitcoin and using the dark web and coded messages. Jonathan Vigliotti has the details.
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SpaceX aiming to launch more powerful Super Heavy-Starship
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
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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
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
CBS Radio to sign off for the last time
Over the decades, radio's listeners drifted to television, podcasts and streaming. On Friday, CBS Radio will sign off for the last time. Mark Strassmann takes a look back at the institution.
"Anti-weaponization fund" gets pushback
The Justice Department has a new $1.776 billion fund, designated to pay people who allege that politics played a role in their prosecutions under the Biden administration. It's a settlement without precedent, drawn up by the president's own appointees after he sued the government. Weijia Jiang has more details.
Storms impact roads, air before Memorial Day
A record-breaking 45-million Americans are expected to be on the move this holiday weekend, and it could get messy, especially in the East, across the South, and into Texas. Rob Marciano is tracking the forecast.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.