Twitter drops political ads from platform
Twitter is dropping all political ads from the site, triggering a new debate about free speech. Errol Barnett reports.
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Serena Williams speaks out on financial abuse
Tennis champion Serena Williams is a powerhouse when it comes to her sport, her fashion line and motherhood. But she's also using her status as a force for good. Williams is now the national ambassador the Allstate Foundation Purple Purse program. They released a PSA which sheds light on financial abuse, a serious issue that's affected a close friend of hers. Jericka Duncan reports.
SoCal wildfires force mandatory evacuations
Powerful Santa Ana winds are fueling two fast-moving wildfires that exploded in Southern California. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Halloween costumes help kids with disabilities
In ours series, A More Perfect Union, we aim to show that what unites as Americans is far greater than what divides us. On Halloween, door-to-door trick-or-treating can be challenging for children with physical disabilities. One Utah hospital found a creative solution to make sure all kids get a treat this Halloween.
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.
Public hearings in impeachment inquiry
The impeachment inquiry into President Trump is moving to a new phase after Congress formally approved the first-ever impeachment investigation of a president running for re-election. Nancy Cordes reports.
Torrential rain, winds hit mid-Atlantic
More than 400,000 people across the mid-Atlantic and Northeast are without power after severe storms slammed the regions. The storms tore down trees and power lines, causing severe flooding in some areas. Chip Reid reports.
What's next in the impeachment inquiry?
The House voted for an impeachment resolution that paves the way for the first nationally televised impeachment hearings in 21 years. Republicans demanded this vote, but they all voted no, saying they and the president don't get enough rights. Major Garrett reports.
Parents of teens who died by suicide speak out
CBS News is committed to stopping the stigma surrounding mental health, taking the shame and blame out of discussing mental illness. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among teenagers in the U.S. A recent study found that teen suicide jumped 56 percent from 2007 to 2017. Mental health experts say bullying and social media have both contributed to the rise. Jericka Duncan spoke to four parents who are speaking out.
Dems hope to make impact at key Iowa event
Ahead of the Iowa campaign event that jolted then-Sen. Barack Obama's presidential campaign to life in 2007, 14 Democratic candidates hope to have similar success. The Liberty and Justice Celebration in Des Moines is a chance for candidates to define the narrative — and raise expectations. Alex Wagner 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.
New clues into disappearance of Kelly Dwyer
There are new details in the case of a missing Wisconsin woman whose disappearance prompted a massive search. Yoga student Kelly Dwyer vanished in 2013. Detectives learned she was last seen on a date. Then surveillance images revealed vital new clues for investigators. Peter Van Sant joins "CBS This Morning" to preview his "48 Hours" report, which airs Saturday, Nov. 2 at 10/9c on CBS.
Cynthia Erivo & Leslie Odom Jr. on "Harriet"
For the first time, a major feature film is shedding light on the life of Harriet Tubman. She became an icon of freedom and the face of the Underground Railroad. Cynthia Erivo, who plays Tubman, and Leslie Odom Jr. join "CBS This Morning" to discuss the film, "Harriet."
Get lost in the world's largest corn maze
In our series, American Wonders, we’re exploring places that make America wonderful -- from majestic natural landscapes to spectacular manmade creations. In this installment, we enter the world’s largest corn maze in northern Illinois. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump lashes out over impeachment inquiry
At a rally Friday President Donald Trump attacked Democrats, the news media, and the so-called "Deep State" over Congress' impeachment inquiry, after further testimony from administration officials about the president seeking dirt from Ukraine about his political opponents in exchange for military aid.
Flea on bandmate Anthony Kiedis
In this web exclusive, the musician Flea (who has just written a new memoir about his days before rock stardom, titled "Acid for the Children") talked with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason about his friendship with fellow Red Hot Chili Peppers bandmate Anthony Kiedis.
Democrats speak to Iowa voters
Democrats looking to succeed President Trump are focusing on Iowa this weekend. With three months to go before state's caucuses, a new poll finds Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren in first place among Democratic voters there. Ed O'Keefe reports from Des Moines.
Homeowners burned by rising fire insurance premiums
For homeowners confronted with increased fire threats and evacuations, there is another danger: the inability to get fire insurance. Most of the homes destroyed in California's recent wildfires were covered by insurance, but now the owners of the homes left standing are facing huge spikes in premiums. Carter Evans reports.
The Dish: Chef Whitney Otawka
Whitney Otawka first encountered Georgia's remote Cumberland Island as a tourist. Now it's her home and workplace, as chef at one of the island's top restaurants, Greyfield Inn, and its coastal cuisine is the topic of her first cookbook, "The Saltwater Table." She joined "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to share some of her favorite dishes.
Remembering Hollywood producer Robert Evans
Robert Evans was a failed actor and a very successful movie producer, who as head of production at Paramount Pictures was behind such classic films as "Love Story" and "The Godfather." Jeff Glor looks back at the career of Evans, who died this week at the age of 89, and the exploits, both personal and professional, that brought him notoriety well beyond the studio lot.
Secrets of the New York City subway system
The New York City subway system celebrated its 115th anniversary this week, and since its debut it has grown from a single, nine-mile line, to more than 800 miles of track and 472 stations, servicing around five million riders every day. Kris Van Cleave talked with historian Polly Desjarlais about some of the subway's secrets, and with Concetta Bencivenga, of the New York Transit Museum, about a true engineering marvel.
Scottish company recycles plastic waste into roads
A Scottish firm. MacRebur, has invented a way to recycle plastic waste into road pavement, replacing some of the oil-based bitumen, or asphalt, that holds regular roadways together. Roxana Saberi reports.
Whistleblower offers to answer GOP questions
The government whistleblower who triggered the House impeachment inquiry into President Trump is now offering to answer questions from Republicans lawmakers. Mr. Trump repeated Sunday that the person's name should be revealed. Nancy Cordes reports.
One year to go until 2020 election
The 2020 presidential election is now less than a year away. A new poll released over the weekend shows the top Democratic candidates bunched up in the key state of Iowa. Ed O’Keefe 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.
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by surging energy prices.
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Photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian attacks
The images were sent to CBS News by active service members under condition of anonymity.
Patrick Clancy in his own words, only on 60 Minutes
This Sunday on 60 Minutes, Patrick Clancy talks about his grief, his memories of his children, and the baseless conspiracy theories that flooded social media since his ex-wife's murder trial.
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House speaker declares Iran nuclear issue "taken care of"
The Iran war has cost the U.S. military at least $33.4 billion — most of it on munitions — and not including hundreds of millions more spent by other agencies, the Pentagon says.
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Family blames Texas' "merciless" abortion ban for woman's death, sues Paxton, others
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
House passes bill to shield Americans from data center energy costs
The vote comes as lawmakers face increasing pressure to respond to the data center boom driven by the AI race.
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A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.
House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who suddenly died after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
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Ross Fire 100% contained after more than 3 weeks
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
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.
Virginia fines a Microsoft data center for emissions violations
As part of the settlement with Microsoft, the tech giant has agreed to invest $2.4 million toward an environmental project underway in Loudoun County.
AI doesn't have rights or feelings, Microsoft's AI chief says
Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman said in an essay that trying to develop AI consciousness would be "catastrophic" for humanity.
Senate Democrats meet with El-Sayed, rallying around Michigan nominee
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed met with Senate Democrats as they look to rally around his candidacy in the final sprint to November's election.
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AI doesn't have rights or feelings, Microsoft's AI chief says
Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman said in an essay that trying to develop AI consciousness would be "catastrophic" for humanity.
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices.
Amazon raises starting pay to $20 an hour and adds Whole Foods perks
Amazon said it is increasing its minimum pay for operations workers by $1 an hour and adding grocery discounts for all U.S. employees.
Own a car? You're getting socked by higher prices, and not only for gas
Car ownership costs have soared 50% since 2020, according to new economic data. Here's where motorists are getting dinged.
OpenAI backs measure that would require independent audits of AI models
Top OpenAI executive endorses plan that would require AI companies to submit their technology to third-party reviews to assess their safety.
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House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who suddenly died after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
Coast Guard and FBI boarded tankers due to cyberattacks. How big is the risk?
U.S. Coast Guard personnel and FBI agents boarded two Texas-bound energy tankers last month after cyberattacks struck the vessels while they were traveling toward the United States, according to U.S. officials.
House passes bill to shield Americans from data center energy costs
The vote comes as lawmakers face increasing pressure to respond to the data center boom driven by the AI race.
ISIS-K member sentenced to 20 years in prison in case tied to Kabul bombing
An Islamic State group member was sentenced to 20 years in prison for aiding the terrorist organization that took credit for a suicide bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and about 160 Afghans at a Kabul airport.
Virginia fines a Microsoft data center for emissions violations
As part of the settlement with Microsoft, the tech giant has agreed to invest $2.4 million toward an environmental project underway in Loudoun County.
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How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
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A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.
Outcome of employment lawsuit could promote use of skimpy health plans
A long-running lawsuit challenging what it means to be an employee and therefore have access to work-based health plans is being closely watched by health policy analysts.
Pennsylvania woman dies of measles complications, coroner reports
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Strange symptom and a "weird" referral led to surprise Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
Kate Ping thought she was just stressed out. A nurse practitioner's surprising recommendation led to a shocking diagnosis.
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House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who suddenly died after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
Coast Guard and FBI boarded tankers due to cyberattacks. How big is the risk?
U.S. Coast Guard personnel and FBI agents boarded two Texas-bound energy tankers last month after cyberattacks struck the vessels while they were traveling toward the United States, according to U.S. officials.
ISIS-K member sentenced to 20 years in prison in case tied to Kabul bombing
An Islamic State group member was sentenced to 20 years in prison for aiding the terrorist organization that took credit for a suicide bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and about 160 Afghans at a Kabul airport.
Village votes to leave U.K. in symbolic protest of plan to house asylum seekers
Residents of Piddington voted overwhelmingly to leave the United Kingdom in a symbolic referendum over plans to house asylum seekers nearby.
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.
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Sheeran torched over Macklemore tour ousting
Ed Sheeran is facing intense public backlash after rapper Macklemore, who was set to open his upcoming tour dates, was dropped from the production over pro-Palestine comments. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports and Alex Suskind, news director at online music magazine Pitchfork, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Judge Judy's son takes up the gavel in new show
Judge Judy has been a staple of daytime TV for 30 years, but now televised courts are becoming a family affair with her son, Adam Levy, picking up the gavel and donning the robe for "Adam's Law." Judge Levy joins CBS News to preview the new show.
Ed Sheeran speaks out on Macklemore decision
Ed Sheeran spoke out Tuesday after facing backlash for dropping Macklemore from his tour following the rapper's pro-Palestinian statements onstage. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Ed Sheeran breaks silence amid controversy
The rapper Macklemore was bumped from Ed Sheeran's U.S. concert tour for pro-Palestinian comments that some say crossed a line into prejudice. Now, four additional supporting acts have quit in solidarity and the headliner has addressed the controversy. Carter Evans reports.
Ed Sheeran's supporting acts pull out of tour after Macklemore was dropped
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
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House passes bill to shield Americans from data center energy costs
The vote comes as lawmakers face increasing pressure to respond to the data center boom driven by the AI race.
Reporter's first impressions of iPhone Duo
Apple has announced its first foldable iPhone called the Duo. While pre-orders for the nearly-$2,000 phone are just a month away, some people got their hands on it at Apple's launch event. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti was one of them and joins CBS News 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.
Alabama attorney general candidate on AI, more
House lawmakers are heading home for recess until after the midterms, leaving artificial intelligence regulation still stalled in Congress. Alabama Republican candidate for attorney general Katherine Robertson, who is currently leading a state investigation into OpenAI, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
AI doesn't have rights or feelings, Microsoft's AI chief says
Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman said in an essay that trying to develop AI consciousness would be "catastrophic" for humanity.
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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.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
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Patrick Clancy sits down with 60 Minutes
Patrick Clancy spoke with 60 Minutes this week. Shanelle Kaul has a preview of the story, which airs Sunday.
U.S. probing suspected cyberattack on tanker
The FBI and the Coast Guard are investigating a giant oil tanker on its way to Texas that may have been taken over by a cyberattack. Iranian state media claims hackers had control of the ship's propellers, raising concern that these giant vessels could be used as weapons. Nicole Sganga reports.
FBI probing potential father-son serial killers
FBI agents are investigating two potential serial killers, a father and his son, possibly involved in the killings of at least five women. Jericka Duncan reports.
Officials: Foreign actor breached tanker network
Federal authorities have confirmed that a foreign actor compromised the network of two oil tankers that were heading towards Texas in August. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the details.
Lindsay Clancy hires new lawyer for retrial
Lindsay Clancy has hired Martin Weinberg, one of Karen Read's attorneys, as she faces a retrial for the killings of her three children. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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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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Patrick Clancy sits down with 60 Minutes
Patrick Clancy spoke with 60 Minutes this week. Shanelle Kaul has a preview of the story, which airs Sunday.
Sheeran torched over Macklemore tour ousting
Ed Sheeran is facing intense public backlash after rapper Macklemore, who was set to open his upcoming tour dates, was dropped from the production over pro-Palestine comments. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports and Alex Suskind, news director at online music magazine Pitchfork, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Musk's DOGE spent billions cutting jobs
A new report from the Government Accountability Office shows federal agencies spent $9.5 billion on administrative leave costs in 2025, an increase spurred by the DOGE push to cut down the federal workforce. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more.
Golden retriever tries to play with intruder
A golden retriever got his big chance to be a guard dog, but instead of guarding, Nash tried to play with the intruder. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Police rush to fiery motel for evacuations
Newly released video shows fire ripping through a Florida motel this weekend and first responders rushing into the danger. Cristian Benavides spoke with two of them.