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Trump search affidavit to be released; First trip back to the moon in 50 years.
College
College students shun teaching as a career, a crisis for U.S. schools
Young people are turning away from teaching as a job, citing the low pay and uncertainty over education. "People feel demotivated," one student said.
Sneak peek: The Disappearance of Kristin Smart
A college student attends a party and is never seen again. A fellow student is long suspected of her murder. 26 years later, a jury speaks. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports Saturday, July 15 at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
College housing in high demand
According to data from the commercial real estate firm CBRE, student housing property sales reached an all-time high in 2022, approaching $23 billion. That high demand is driving up rent for college students. Maggie Eastland, a reporting intern for the Wall Street Journal and a senior at Notre Dame, joined CBS News to discuss.
Massachusetts lawmakers target "affirmative action for the wealthy"
Admissions preference for the children of alumni is under scrutiny following the end of affirmative action at colleges.
Face The Nation: Holder, Drake, Gorman
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Eric Holder, who served as Attorney General under former President Obama, tells "Face the Nation" that "the notion of affirmative action is to take into account one of many things, when you look at qualified students applying to college", Michael Drake, the president of the University of California system, notes to "Face the Nation" that "affirmative action was one tool we used in the past that was removed" to create opportunities for a diverse student body, and Lindsay Gorman, a technology expert at the German Marshall Fund, discusses on "Face the Nation" how to differentiate AI-generated images online from real ones.
Former AG Holder on recent Supreme Court rulings
In the wake of the Supreme Court decision that struck down affirmative action, Eric Holder, who served as Attorney General under former President Obama, tells "Face the Nation" that "the notion of affirmative action is to take into account one of many things, when you look at qualified students applying to college."
UC president on use of affirmative action in their system
Michael Drake, the president of the University of California system, notes to "Face the Nation" that "affirmative action was one tool we used in the past that was removed" to create opportunities for a diverse student body.
Biden speaks out after student loan ruling
President Biden delivered remarks criticizing the Supreme Court's decision to strike down his student loan forgiveness plan. In a 6-3 ruling Friday, the court's conservative majority said federal law does not allow the program to wipe out nearly half-a-trillion dollars in debt. Mr. Biden says he will take action to address the problem in other ways. Watch his full remarks and analysis in this CBS News Special Report.
Could the the Higher Education Act lead to loan forgiveness?
Calls for the Biden administration to use the Higher Education Act to continue loan forgiveness were made after the Supreme Court struck down his plan for student debt relief.
Unpacking the affirmative action decision
The Supreme Court ended the systemic use of race as a factor in college admissions on Thursday. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the decision. Plus, Andrew Brennen, a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill graduate who testified in the case, shares his thoughts on the outcome.
Universities across U.S. react to Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling
Several college administrators indicated that the court's decision could create uncertainty and confusion regarding admissions procedures moving forward.
What is affirmative action? A history of the college admissions practice
The Supreme Court ruled affirmative action in college admissions at Harvard and UNC are unconstitutional. The repercussions could be far-reaching.
Professor, 2 students stabbed in gender issues class at Canadian university
Students who were in the class at the University of Waterloo said the assailant entered the classroom and started stabbing people after speaking with the professor.
How colleges use affirmative action
The Supreme Court will likely decide if affirmative action can be used in the college admissions process this week. The two cases before the court build off decades of debate and legal challenges. Lana Zak has more on this.
Dozens hurt in Paris building explosion
More than 30 people were injured in an explosion Wednesday at the Paris American Academy, a fashion and design college. Officials said a gas leak likely caused the blast. Imtiaz Tyab and Ramy Inocencio report.
Here's how the GOP wants to fix the college debt crisis
Republicans say it's unfair to forgive student-loan debt, and want to limit the amount that some students can borrow.
Jeremiah Program celebrates 25 years of helping single mothers achieve education goals
It's a double congratulations for a group of Twin Cities families, as the kids and their moms are graduating simultaneously. That's thanks in part to a unique approach that is stopping the poverty cycle and starting some big dreams.
Uber drivers get degrees with new program
Over a hundred Uber drivers have earned their college degrees free of charge this year. Since 2018, the rideshare company has partnered with Arizona State to provide free tuition for online degrees. Kris Van Cleave shares more.
Virginia graduation shooting victims identified
Shawn Jackson, 18, and his 36-year-old stepfather, Lorenzo Smith, were identified as the two people shot and killed at a graduation ceremony in Virginia on Tuesday. Jackson had just accepted his diploma when the shots rang out. Nicole Sganga reports.
Chicago student who persevered with disabilities, earns entry to 18 colleges
CBS 2 first met the girl and her mother after they struggled with CPS over her disabilities.
Opponents, supporters of affirmative action face off
With the Supreme Court poised to decide two cases challenging the use of race as a consideration in college and university admissions, correspondent Rita Braver talks with the man responsible for launching multiple cases against affirmative action in higher education, as well as with advocates for and against maintaining the policy.
College grads reflect on having their student debt wiped out by donation
Snapchat co-founder Evan Spiegel and his wife Miranda Kerr paid off the student debt for the entire 2022 graduating class of Otis College of Art and Design.
Congressman Don Beyer's new college journey
Plenty of college students have jobs on the side - but for Congressman Don Beyer, doing both is even more intense. The House representative said he is studying machine learning and computer science so he can craft legislation about AI. Scott MacFarlane reports.
College majors have a big impact on income. Here's what to know.
Some college students opt for majors that may not pay off down the line. Your alma mater can also make a big difference.
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ICE to target Haitians as Temporary Protected Status is set to end, sources say
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
CBS News poll finds most say Iran conflict more difficult than Trump had expected
Most see conflict lasting months or years longer now; Republicans say U.S. should continue to press until it wins more concessions.
Berlin ramming attack believed to be act of Islamist extremist terror, officials say
German police have identified the suspect as 21-year-old Abdul B. and warned the public that he may be armed and dangerous.
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Oman-Iran talks advance on reopening Strait of Hormuz, sources say
Talks between Oman and Iran on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and their respective territorial waterways have made progress, two sources told CBS News.
More than 300,000 displaced in France and Spain as wildfires rage
Forests in Spain and France have been parched by successive heatwaves since May that have brought drought to many areas.
Maine Democrats pick Troy Jackson to replace Platner on Senate ballot
Maine Democrats gathered Saturday to select former state Senate President Troy Jackson as the Senate nominee to replace Graham Platner on the ballot.
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of helping Iran target U.S. bases with satellite images
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's accusations of Russia helping Iran target U.S. troops are not the first.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
Trump orders signs placed outside Smithsonian warning of "inaccurate" information
President Trump ordered federal officials to install signs outside the National Museum of American History that correct what he says is "inaccurate" information presented by the institution about American history.
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How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
Home, not alone: Helping aging seniors in rural America
Health risks associated with loneliness and social isolation are more common among the aging population of rural America. In North Dakota, the program Aging in Community aims to build connections among neighbors to help isolated rural seniors.
CBS News poll finds many changing their eating habits amid cyclospora outbreak
Nearly as many Americans are following news about the cyclospora parasite as they are the conflict with Iran.
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ICE to target Haitians as Temporary Protected Status is set to end, sources say
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
Family's battle for justice has impacted victims' rights
The 1979 murder of 18-year-old California college freshman Catina Salarno changed the course of her family's lives—sparking a decades-long battle to keep her killer in prison.
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Paramount to delay Warner Bros. merger until as late as June 2027
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Trump says U.S. to investigate EU trade practices over tech company fines
President Trump accused the European Union of "robbing" American companies and taxpayers.
Here is how cyclospora outbreak is affecting businesses
Visits to fast casual restaurants with lettuce-heavy menus are seeing declining foot traffic in the wake of the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Ford recalls more than half a million Bronco vehicles over engine fire risk
A short circuit in the engine compartment can potentially cause a fire. Here's the fix.
Here are the new tariff rates on dozens of countries targeted by Trump
President Trump announced new tariffs of up to 12.5% to replace expiring Section 122 levies. Here are the rates for each country.
Politics
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CBS News poll finds most say Iran conflict more difficult than Trump had expected
Most see conflict lasting months or years longer now; Republicans say U.S. should continue to press until it wins more concessions.
CBS News poll finds many changing their eating habits amid cyclospora outbreak
Nearly as many Americans are following news about the cyclospora parasite as they are the conflict with Iran.
Exclusive
ICE to target Haitians as Temporary Protected Status is set to end, sources say
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of helping Iran target U.S. bases with satellite images
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's accusations of Russia helping Iran target U.S. troops are not the first.
Maine Democrats pick Troy Jackson to replace Platner on Senate ballot
Maine Democrats gathered Saturday to select former state Senate President Troy Jackson as the Senate nominee to replace Graham Platner on the ballot.
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How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite, have been reported in 41 states. The outbreak comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff; disbanded a national advisory committee on how to prevent microbial contamination in food; winnowed down an early-warning surveillance program for specific pathogens; and further delayed a rule that would have required tracing contaminants from field to store. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who see the current compromises of food safety as "a national wake-up call."
Cyclospora outbreak dubbed "lettuce-gate" as health concerns spread across U.S.
Americans say they aren't convinced the cyclospora outbreak is under control as confirmed cases near 2,000.
Confusion around cyclosporiasis outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control said the cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has expanded to four more states and sickened thousands. In the weeks following the initial reports, some consumers expressed confusion about what's safe and what's not. Ali Bauman has more details.
Grandfather with pancreatic cancer beats the odds with clinical trial
Hernando Salcedo was diagnosed with Stage III pancreatic cancer after mild symptoms. Chemotherapy made him feel worse than before his diagnosis.
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CBS News poll finds most say Iran conflict more difficult than Trump had expected
Most see conflict lasting months or years longer now; Republicans say U.S. should continue to press until it wins more concessions.
Berlin ramming attack believed to be act of Islamist extremist terror, officials say
German police have identified the suspect as 21-year-old Abdul B. and warned the public that he may be armed and dangerous.
More than 300,000 displaced in France and Spain as wildfires rage
Forests in Spain and France have been parched by successive heatwaves since May that have brought drought to many areas.
Brazil denies visa requests to U.S. officials ahead of upcoming elections
Brazil's Foreign Ministry says it denied visas to two U.S. State Department officials who sought to travel to the South American nation next week.
Suspect in Berlin LGBTQ+ parade attack has ties to Islamic "circles," police say
Berlin police did not identify the suspect, who is still at large, by name but said that he was already known to police and is from Berlin.
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The adventurous life of supermodel Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second." (Originally broadcast Jan. 25, 2026.)
7/26: New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.
Passage: Late-night TV exec Peter Lassally
During his half-century in television, Peter Lassally (who died last Sunday at age 93) played producer and confidant to late-night hosts David Letterman, Craig Ferguson, Tom Snyder, and Johnny Carson. Mo Rocca has a remembrance of the man they called "The Host Whisperer."
Corinne Bailey Rae on the sadness of loss and the beauty of life
Twenty years after her single "Put Your Records On" made her an international star, the two-time Grammy-winner is embarking on a tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of her breakout debut album.
Extended interview: Corinne Bailey Rae
In this web exclusive, British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae talks with Seth Doane about growing up in Leeds and feeling on the margins; the influence of Billie Holiday and Kurt Cobain on her music; the breakout success of "Put Your Records On"; the devastating loss of her first husband; finding love again; and what aging has taught her.
Technology
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Technology
Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals
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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.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
ChatGPT now has a space for sharing medical records. Should you?
OpenAI announced a dedicated space in ChatGPT for sharing medical records, Health in ChatGPT. Health and AI experts lay out the pros and cons.
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Science
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Crime
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Family's battle for justice has impacted victims' rights
The 1979 murder of 18-year-old California college freshman Catina Salarno changed the course of her family's lives—sparking a decades-long battle to keep her killer in prison.
Inside a family's fight to keep teen daughter's killers in prison
Justine Vanderschoot was 17 when she was brutally murdered by her boyfriend and his roommate in Placer County, California. More than 20 years later, her family continues to fight for justice.
WHCA scholarship recipients relive shooting
Kaitlin Bender-Thomas and Madison Maynard, two White House Correspondents' Association scholarship recipients, join "The Daily Report" to reflect on April's terrifying shooting ahead of the rescheduled dinner.
High security for correspondents' dinner
The White House Correspondents' Dinner will have a redo in Washington, D.C., on Friday night, after the original event was interrupted in April when a gunman stormed in. It'll be a scaled-down event with scaled-up security. Nicole Sganga reports.
Georgia school shooting suspect pleads guilty
Nearly two years after a school shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School, a 16-year-old pleaded guilty to killing two fellow students, two teachers and wounding nine other people in Georgia. Jericka Duncan reports.
Space
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
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?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Nature: Great white sharks in Mexico
We leave you this Sunday swimming with sharks off the coast of Guadalupe Island in Mexico. Videographer: Maurico Handler.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
The adventurous life of supermodel Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second." (Originally broadcast Jan. 25, 2026.)
The "magic" of worm grunting
If you are looking for live fishing bait, you could dig up some worms – or, you could use a bizarre trick involving vibrations to conjure earthworms out of the soil. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks into a little-understood process known as "worm grunting." He also visits Sopchoppy, Florida, the self-described "Worm Capital of the World," to attend the Worm Gruntin' Festival – a big party celebrating the town's favorite invertebrate. (Originally aired June 15, 2025.)
7/26: New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.