8 pregnant women to be released from New York prison
Six of the women were released from the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility on Tuesday night, officials said
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Bill would forgive student debt for coronavirus health workers
"We own more than thanks and cheers at 7 p.m.," Rep. Carolyn Maloney said
4 things to know about coronavirus testing with Dr. Rajiv Shah
"When you don't have data, you can't drive a data driven pandemic response and you end up either reopening everything or shutting everything down," Shah told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
The states where coronavirus cases are growing the fastest
Most states have loosened their original stay-at-home orders to varying degrees, which concerns public health experts who say the U.S. is loosening its grip too quickly.
China insists U.S. "doesn't have any" evidence virus came from lab
Foreign Ministry in Beijing says figuring out COVID-19 origin should be left to scientists, "not politicians who lie for their own domestic political ends."
Trump says Coronavirus Task Force will continue "indefinitely" but shift focus
The president's directive comes after he told reporters Tuesday the task force would take a "different form."
Texas governor announces hair salons will reopen May 8
The announcement came as Texas recorded more than 2,000 coronavirus cases over May 2 and May 3, the most the state has seen in a two-day period since the coronavirus crisis began.
Sen. Chris Murphy calls Trump comments about Democrats "disgusting"
"The House is a bunch of Trump haters. They frankly want our situation to be unsuccessful, which means death. They want us to fail so they can win an election," Trump said Tuesday of House Democrats.
FBI reports 2.9 million monthly gun background checks as sales remain high
The April number is a slight decrease from the record-shattering number of background checks in March.
Tips on flying safely during the pandemic
The airline industry is reeling from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, and many companies are trying to figure out how to not only ensure safety but how to make passengers feel safe enough to fly. CEO and founder of The Points Guy Brian Kelly joins “CBS This Morning” to give you some tips on how to travel safely if you have to during this time, and takes a glance into what the future of air travel may look like.
New Orleans musicians perform amid lockdown
New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. All major concerts have been canceled, and the streets are no longer buzzing with the musical sounds the city is known for. The artists of New Orleans have found a way to continue entertaining audiences with live streamed online concerts, some right outside of their homes in the driveway and others playing to empty streets from balconies. Mireya Villarreal speaks to some of these musicians about their creative new performances.
Doctor shares the "four M's" of mental health
Calls to the government’s mental health hotline were up nearly 900% in March, compared to March 2019. There has also been a rise in both anti-depressant and anti-anxiety prescriptions, a reflection of the many Americans struggling with the consequences of pandemic-forced lockdowns. Dr. Sue Varma joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about how and when to seek help.
Southwest CEO urges TSA to begin temperature scans at checkpoints
By Monday, virtually all U.S. airlines will require passengers and crew to wear masks.
Salon owner jailed for violating shutdown
Dallas hair salon owner Shelley Luther was sentenced to 7 days in jail after she ripped up a judge's order and refused to close her shop during the coronavirus emergency. KTVT's Andrea Lucia reports.
NYC starts historic overnight subway shutdowns for disinfecting
Daily four-hour shutdown due to pandemic is first time in 115 years service hasn't been 24/7 except in times of emergency
White House discusses winding down Coronavirus Task Force
President Trump said the task force has done "a phenomenal job," and the administration is "looking at other phases."
Southwest Airlines CEO says it’s safe to fly
Southwest Airlines has grounded about 400 planes and cut capacity by up to 70% as passenger traffic plummeted amid the coronavirus pandemic. Company CEO Gary Kelly said he believes things will return to normal once the pandemic is over, and told Kris Van Cleave about what crews are doing to disinfect planes and described the “multi-layered” approach his airline is taking to ensure passenger and crew safety.
Ships full of crude oil parked off U.S. coast
Although they are beginning to rebound, oil prices saw a record drop in April as stay-at-home orders forced millions off the roads and backed up crude oil supply chains. Carter Evans visited the U.S.’s largest port, where dozens of oil tankers sat idle with nowhere to unload. An oil industry expert said that all of the California refineries the oil was meant for were simply full, but when the country starts up again, workers may be scrambling to keep up with the spike in demand.
NYC shuts down entire subway system overnight
New York City shut down its expansive subway system overnight for the first time in its 115-year history, and will continue to shut all 472 stations and every train for cleaning between the hours of 1 and 5 a.m. for the foreseeable future. The city added over 1,000 bus services for those impacted by the closures, and free car services for essential workers. Mola Lenghi reports from a freshly cleaned subway station.
Trump to phase out coronavirus task force
The White House coronavirus task force may soon be disbanded, according to President Trump. The remarks, which he made while touring a mask production facility in Arizona, seemingly caught Dr. Anthony Fauci by surprise. The move comes as projections for the pandemic predict deaths will increase as the country begins to reopen. Paula Reid reports on the rift between Trump and his medical experts, and the recent whistleblower complaint from a government doctor who said Mr. Trump tried to pressure him into promoting unsubstantiated treatments.
Transcript: Chris Johnson on "Intelligence Matters"
In this episode of "Intelligence Matters," China expert Chris Johnson discusses Beijing's handling of COVID-19.
What school looks like for students returning in China's virus epicenter
Seniors file back into class, wearing masks and having their temperatures checked, for the first time in months to prep for exams.
Security guard fatally shot over face mask policy, officials say
Calvin Munerlyn, 43, was shot when he wouldn't let a customer's daughter enter the store because she wasn't wearing a face mask, officials said.
White House may wind down coronavirus task force
The White House is considering winding down its coronavirus task force by Memorial Day, according to Vice President Mike Pence. Politico White House correspondent and associate editor Anita Kumar discusses the news and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Dr. Fauci blocked from testifying before House
Members of the White House's coronavirus task force will not be allowed to testify on Capitol Hill this month unless they are given permission by Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. President Trump defended the decision Tuesday saying, "The House is a bunch of Trump-haters." CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and congressional reporter for The Washington Post Mike DeBonis join CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest on Capitol Hill.
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U.S. sinks 7 Iranian boats as Iran attacks UAE, ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran launched attacks on the UAE and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz while the U.S. destroyed Iranian boats "that attempted to interfere" with Project Freedom.
Judge "very troubled" by accused correspondents' dinner gunman's treatment in jail
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
2 U.S. Navy destroyers transit Strait of Hormuz after dodging Iranian onslaught
Two U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz and entered the Persian Gulf after navigating an Iranian barrage, according to defense officials.
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Hundreds of Minuteman III nuclear missile silos dot the landscape from Colorado up to the Canadian border, but a major transition is underway.
1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
SCOTUS lets redistricting ruling take effect immediately, sparking angry exchange
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed last week's landmark decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map to take effect immediately, drawing a sharp back-and-forth between two justices.
Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, spokesperson says
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
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Elizabeth Smart says she feels liberated after body building competitions
Elizabeth Smart, who survived abduction and sexual abuse as a teenager and went on to become a child safety advocate, recently revealed a pivot into body building.
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SCOTUS lets redistricting ruling take effect immediately, sparking angry exchange
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed last week's landmark decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map to take effect immediately, drawing a sharp back-and-forth between two justices.
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Inside the effort to replace America's Minuteman III nuclear missiles
Hundreds of Minuteman III nuclear missile silos dot the landscape from Colorado up to the Canadian border, but a major transition is underway.
1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
Judge "very troubled" by accused correspondents' dinner gunman's treatment in jail
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
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How much does a ticket to the Met Gala cost in 2026?
Tickets for Monday's Metropolitan Museum of Art event in New York City are into the six figures — if you get an invite.
Spirit Airlines says it has refunded most customers after shutdown
Some Spirit Airlines customers with flight tickets could be out of luck after the discount carrier ceased operations.
Trump family's World Liberty Financial sues billionaire for defamation
The lawsuit ramps up a feud between World Liberty Financial and Sun, who last month sued the Trump-backed company for fraud.
GameStop offers to buy eBay for $55.5 billion, threatens hostile bid
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
9 tribes sue to stop exploratory drilling in Black Hills near sacred site
Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government in a bid to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred site in the Black Hills.
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SCOTUS lets redistricting ruling take effect immediately, sparking angry exchange
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed last week's landmark decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map to take effect immediately, drawing a sharp back-and-forth between two justices.
2 U.S. Navy destroyers transit Strait of Hormuz after dodging Iranian onslaught
Two U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz and entered the Persian Gulf after navigating an Iranian barrage, according to defense officials.
Judge "very troubled" by accused correspondents' dinner gunman's treatment in jail
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
Alito temporarily restores FDA rule allowing abortion pill to be sent by mail
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett and Sen. Raphael Warnock join Margaret Brennan.
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Latest on apparent hantavirus cruise outbreak
A suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship has killed three people, officials say. Tom Hanson reports.
Alito temporarily restores FDA rule allowing abortion pill to be sent by mail
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
Apparent hantavirus outbreak kills 3 on cruise ship, sickens at least 3 more
A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic off Africa killed three people and sickened at least three others, health officials say.
5/3: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia. National Public Radio correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with neurologist Dr. Jonathan Rosand about how making changes to your daily habits might just be the prescription needed.
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2 U.S. Navy destroyers transit Strait of Hormuz after dodging Iranian onslaught
Two U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz and entered the Persian Gulf after navigating an Iranian barrage, according to defense officials.
1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
Russia and Ukraine declare separate ceasefires ahead of WWII anniversary
Russia on Monday declared a unilateral ceasefire with Ukraine between May 8-9, when Moscow marks its annual World War II Victory Day commemorations.
2 dead after driver plows into people in Leipzig, Germany
Police said several were injured in the incident, which happened in the Grimmaische Strasse, a street that leads into central Leipzig's shopping area.
Record cocaine haul seized in Atlantic by Spanish police, union says
Spanish police impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tons, a union said.
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Best 2026 Met Gala looks
Celebrities graced the Met's green and white carpet with their interpretations of this year's dress code, "Fashion is Art," inspired by the exhibit "Costume Art." Here are some of the most unforgettable, showstopping looks of the night.
Celebrities arrive at Met Gala
The Met Gala got underway in New York City Monday night, but it wasn't without controversy. CBS News reporter Jared Ochacher has more.
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively settle
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively have reached a settlement in their legal battle over the making of "It Ends With Us." Details of the agreement have not yet been made public.
Controversy at 2026 Met Gala
The 2026 Met Gala is facing controversy over its honorary chairs, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sanchez Bezos. Adrianna Diaz reports.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
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GameStop offers to buy eBay for $55.5 billion, threatens hostile bid
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
Almanac: May 3
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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.
Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
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Gunman shot near Washington Monument
The White House was on lockdown Monday afternoon after the Secret Service shot a gunman just blocks away near the Washington Monument. Nicole Sganga reports.
Cole Allen moved off suicide watch
Cole Allen, the suspected shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, was moved off suicide watch in jail ahead of his appearance in court on Monday. CBS News senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more.
Record cocaine haul seized in Atlantic by Spanish police, union says
Spanish police impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tons, a union said.
Claims on shot that hit Secret Service agent
U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro is claiming that Cole Allen, the suspect linked to a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, fired a shot that hit a Secret Service agent's vest. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City leaves at least 18 injured
At least 18 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
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If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
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Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
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Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
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Best 2026 Met Gala looks
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Florida has become the latest state to approve a partisan gerrymandered congressional map. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has a look at the nationwide congressional redistricting moves.
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Secret Service shoots gunman near Washington Monument; United flight was only 20 feet above New Jersey Turnpike when landing gear hit truck.
Update on suspect in D.C. press gala shooting
A federal judge on Monday criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions at the D.C. jail where he is being held. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.