Charlie Kirk shot at Utah Valley University
Conservative political activist Charlie Kirk was shot Wednesday during an event at Utah Valley University. Maurice Dubois anchored CBS News' special report.
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Fired FBI officials sue Justice Department
Three senior FBI officials, including former acting director Brian Driscoll, claim in a new lawsuit against the Trump administration that they were illegally fired for purely political reasons. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Harris on Biden's decision to run again
In a new book, former Vice President Kamala Harris is sharing her thoughts on President Biden's decision to run for reelection in 2024. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more.
Trump reacts to Russian drones in Poland
President Trump and other lawmakers are reacting after Poland said it shot down Russian drones in its airspace during a Moscow attack on Ukraine. CBS News' Samantha Vinograd and Ed O'Keefe have the latest.
Walkinshaw projected to win House race
Democrat James Walkinshaw is set to win the special election in Virginia's 11th Congressional District to replace Gerry Connolly, who died in May, the Associated Press projects. The win would narrow the GOP majority in the House. CBS News political director Fin Gomez has more details.
Supreme Court to rule on Trump tariffs
The Supreme Court says it will weigh in on whether President Trump can implement his most sweeping tariffs. CBS News White House reporter Taurean Small has more.
White House: No coordination on Israeli strike
The White House is reacting to Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, Qater. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Hegseth arrives in Puerto Rico
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs, arrived in Puerto Rico Monday morning as tension continues to build between the U.S. and Venezuela. John Byrnes, strategic director for Concerned Veterans for America, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
Senate Democrats to probe firings of DOJ employees who worked for Jack Smith
Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee are asking Pam Bondi for records of at least 20 DOJ staff fired in August.
Former CDC director on RFK Jr.
Dr. Tom Frieden was the director of the CDC during the Obama administration and was one of nine former CDC leaders who wrote an op-ed in the New York Times this week saying HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is endangering Americans' health. Frieden joined CBS News to discuss the health secretary.
Trump's Harvard funding battle: What's next?
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from freezing nearly $2 billion in research funding for Harvard University. The administration has vowed to appeal the decision. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Takeaways from RFK Jr.'s Senate testimony
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday in a hearing filled with emotional moments. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
CBS News Poll: Americans say vaccines should be made more available
Large majorities say COVID vaccines should be more available to those who want them, but many say Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s policies are making vaccines less available.
DHS: Angola prison to hold some migrants
The Department of Homeland Security announced Wednesday that undocumented immigrants charged with violent crimes will be held in a new detention facility within the Louisiana State Penitentiary. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
House votes to approve Epstein probe measure
The House on Wednesday approved a measure for the House Oversight Committee to continue its investigation into the case of Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
The politics of Trump's troop deployments
President Trump is ramping up his rhetoric about federal intervention in several Democrat-run cities due to crime, but many of the cities with the highest violent crime rates per capita are found in red states run by Republicans. CBS News Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
What to know about latest Epstein files
Survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein spoke out on Capitol Hill Wednesday, one day after a House panel released 33,000 more pages of files related to the case. Most of the information in the files was already public. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Trump on calls for Epstein documents
President Trump said Wednesday that calls for the release of additional documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case are based on a "Democrat hoax." CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports on the latest news from the White House.
What's in the Epstein files released this week?
The House Oversight Committee on Tuesday released more than 33,000 files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, but most of the information contained in the documents were already in the public domain. CBS News Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Trump not happy about Russia-Ukraine war
President Trump voiced his displeasure with the continued fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war Wednesday in the Oval Office. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Experts slam government greenhouse gas report
Dozens of climate experts have published a 439-page review saying a recent Energy Department report on greenhouse gases is "full of errors." The government's report claims global warming induced by carbon dioxide is not as damaging economically as commonly believed. Andrew Dessler, professor of atmospheric sciences at Texas A&M, joined CBS News to discuss.
Former CDC leaders blast RFK Jr. in op-ed
Nine former directors of the CDC have written an op-ed published in the New York Times where they condemn Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership, saying Kennedy is "endangering every American's health." Dr. Mandy Cohen, one of the op-ed's co-authors and a CDC director under President Biden, joins CBS News to discuss.
Video of U.S. strike against drug boat
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. military on Tuesday struck a drug-carrying vote hailing from Venezuela. President Trump later said 11 people were killed in the strike. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Latest on Trump plan for troops in Chicago
President Trump said Tuesday that National Guard troops would go into Chicago over crime in the city, but didn't specify when. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
33,000 pages of Epstein documents released
The House Oversight Committee on Tuesday released over 33,000 pages of documents related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
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Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire amid Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Iran says Israel is violating the ceasefire deal President Trump announced, and Tehran appears to still have control over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Vance says U.S. "never indicated" Lebanon would be included in ceasefire deal
The Iranian Parliament speaker claimed the U.S. is violating three parts of a ceasefire deal, citing continued fire in Lebanon.
Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Jurors delivered their verdict Tuesday in the attempted murder trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
Ex-Army employee charged with leaking classified military information to reporter
Federal prosecutors say Courtney Williams divulged classified information to a reporter about her time in Delta Force, according to newly unsealed court documents.
Husband detained in Bahamas in connection with wife's disappearance
As the search for Lynette Hooker continues near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas, the U.S. Coast Guard is taking the lead on the investigative efforts and has launched a criminal investigation, a U.S. official said.
Prosecutors to subpoena Tiger Woods' prescription drug records after DUI arrest
Prosecutors are seeking Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a Florida pharmacy.
Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann pleads guilty to 7 murders
Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann pleaded guilty to seven counts and admitted guilt in the death of an eighth woman.
Trump admin. personnel agency is asking for federal workers' medical records
The Office of Personnel Management is asking insurers that cover federal employees and retirees to hand over details about their medical visits, their pharmacy claims, and more.
One hospice doctor. One year. $71.7 million worth of Medicare claims.
A CBS News investigation found one Los Angeles County hospice physician's name, Dr. Rajiv Bhuva, on Medicare claims for nearly 2,800 patients across 126 hospices in a single year.
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Husband detained in Bahamas in connection to wife's disappearance
As the search for Lynette Hooker continues near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas, the U.S. Coast Guard is taking the lead on the investigative efforts and has launched a criminal investigation, a U.S. official said.
Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Jurors delivered their verdict Wednesday in the trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
Ex-Army employee charged with leaking classified military information to reporter
Federal prosecutors say Courtney Williams divulged classified information to a reporter about her time in Delta Force, according to newly unsealed court documents.
Democratic candidate's events with Hasan Piker exposes party rift in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed's decision to campaign with Hasan Piker has drawn scrutiny from across the political spectrum given comments the popular streamer has made on the Israel-Hamas war.
Prosecutors to subpoena Tiger Woods' prescription drug records after DUI arrest
Prosecutors are seeking Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a Florida pharmacy.
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Will the Iran ceasefire ease U.S. gas prices? Here's what experts think.
Gas prices in the U.S. continued to edge up on Wednesday even as oil prices fell. Here's how long it could take for fuel costs to recede.
This male model sporting a crisp summer shirt isn't real. Will consumers care?
Many brands are turning to AI to advertise their products. Others are rejecting the technology, pledging to lean into "real" images.
GM recalls more than 270,000 cars in U.S. over rearview camera risk
Cameras on some Chevrolet Malibus can display blank or distorted images, posing a risk to drivers, according to safety regulators.
Americans expect to work much longer than they would like. Here's why.
Many employees expect to retire later as mounting expenses strain budgets, while others hunker down at work as part of the "great stay."
Dow surges more than 1,300 points as investors embrace Iran ceasefire
Investors cheered the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, which President Trump said is contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Ex-Army employee charged with leaking classified military information to reporter
Federal prosecutors say Courtney Williams divulged classified information to a reporter about her time in Delta Force, according to newly unsealed court documents.
Democratic candidate's events with Hasan Piker exposes party rift in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed's decision to campaign with Hasan Piker has drawn scrutiny from across the political spectrum given comments the popular streamer has made on the Israel-Hamas war.
Judge postpones termination of TPS for Ethiopians in U.S.
It's the latest setback for the Trump administration on the issue, which has sought to terminate the TPS designation for 13 countries as part of the president's crackdown on immigration.
Vance says U.S. "never indicated" Lebanon would be included in ceasefire deal
The Iranian Parliament speaker claimed the U.S. is violating three parts of a ceasefire deal, citing continued fire in Lebanon.
EPA chief Lee Zeldin tells climate skeptics to "celebrate vindication"
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
He thought he was in good health — until fainting during a bike ride
John Cantrell was enjoying his retirement until an unexpected condition forced him to choose between two kinds of heart surgery.
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Judge postpones termination of TPS for Ethiopians in U.S.
It's the latest setback for the Trump administration on the issue, which has sought to terminate the TPS designation for 13 countries as part of the president's crackdown on immigration.
Vance says U.S. "never indicated" Lebanon would be included in ceasefire deal
The Iranian Parliament speaker claimed the U.S. is violating three parts of a ceasefire deal, citing continued fire in Lebanon.
Police dog named Hulk sniffs out record 48 tons of marijuana
"All of this was thanks to the work of the dog," said the commander of the Canine Operations Battalion. "It wasn't based on intelligence."
Kanye West's upcoming Italy gig sparks debate after U.K. denied rapper entry
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
Vance praises Hungary's Orbán, accuses EU of influencing election
Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary to show support for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, a self-proclaimed proponent of "illiberal democracy."
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Kanye West's upcoming Italy gig sparks debate after U.K. denied rapper entry
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
"You, Me & Tuscany" stars talk new movie
Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page join "CBS Mornings" to talk about starring in the new romantic comedy "You, Me & Tuscany." The two discuss what it was like to shoot in Italy, preparing for their roles and how it's a renaissance for romantic comedies.
Extended interview: Billy Idol
Billy Idol speaks with Anthony Mason about his music career, his life, his stage persona and more.
Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Extended interview: Mumford & Sons
Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane, members of Mumford & Sons, talk to Anthony Mason about their new album, "Prizefighter," moving forward without Winston Marshall in the band and their upcoming tour.
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Technology
Analysis finds AI will reshape 50-55% of jobs
Researchers at Boston Consulting Group estimate that AI will "reshape" between 50-55% of U.S. jobs over the next three years. They note that while AI integration will likely change the nature of the work, it doesn't necessarily mean job losses in every case. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
Anthropic claims new AI too powerful to release
Anthropic says its newest AI model, Claude Mythos, is too powerful and dangerous to be released to the public. Tech journalist Jacob Ward 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.
AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
H-1B visa program changes impact global talent
Trump administration changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program have impacted the global talent coming to the U.S. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports from India.
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Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Artemis II astronauts speak during historic lunar mission
On Monday, the astronauts aboard the Artemis II spacecraft will loop around the Moon's far side, part of a mission pushing human beings farther from Earth than anyone has ever been. Correspondent Mark Strassmann talked with commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen as the crew was about 180,000 miles from home, preparing for their historic lunar flyby.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
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Doctor found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Gerhardt Konig, the anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife in Hawaii last year, was found guilty Wednesday of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance.
Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Jurors delivered their verdict Wednesday in the trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
Gilgo Beach serial killer admits to 8 murders
Serial killer Rex Heuermann admitted to killing eight women on Long Island over the span of 17 years, ending in 2010. He will now spend the rest of his life in prison. Tom Hanson reports.
Warehouse employee arrested for alleged arson
In Southern California, a 29-year-old man is accused of starting a massive fire at a warehouse where he worked. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Details on Gilgo Beach serial killer's plea
Rex Heuermann on Wednesday changed his plea to guilty for killing seven women on New York's Long Island between 1993 and 2011. The string of murders came to be known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn and Caroline Polisi have more.
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NASA gears up for Artemis II crew's return to Earth
With Artemis II astronauts closing out on-board tests, flight controllers are prepping for reentry and splashdown Friday.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Artemis II crew on path back to Earth after historic trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
Artemis II astronauts find hidden Easter eggs as they close in on the moon
The NASA astronauts also sent down Easter messages Sunday while gearing up for a historic pass behind the moon Monday.
Artemis II crew take new photo of far side of the moon
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Artemis II astronauts on mission so far
The four Artemis II astronauts hold an in-flight news conference from aboard the Orion spacecraft before their return to Earth. They discuss naming the lunar crater after Reid Wiseman's late wife, Carroll, how the mission has changed them and more.
Doctor found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Gerhardt Konig, the anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife in Hawaii last year, was found guilty Wednesday of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance.
4/8: The Takeout with Major Garrett
U.S.-Iran ceasefire in fragile place; NATO chief Mark Rutte meets with President Trump at the White House.
Aftermath of Israeli airstrikes in Beirut
Israel launched a massive attack against what it said were Hezbollah targets in Beirut on Wednesday, killing at least 182 people, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The strikes injured another 890 people, the ministry said. These videos show the aftermath of the bombardment.
Artemis II mission draws cultural comparisons to Apollo 8
The launch of NASA's Artemis II against the backdrop of the Iran war is drawing parallels to another moon mission in the middle of a conflict nearly 60 years ago. Marsha Barrett, associate professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, joins to discuss.