2 students killed, program founder wounded in Iowa school shooting
Police said a 16-year-old and an 18-year-old were killed, and 49-year-old William Holmes, the founder and CEO of the program Starts Right Here, was wounded.
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2 students killed in Des Moines school shooting
Police in Des Moines, Iowa, are investigating a deadly shooting in which two students were killed and a school employee seriously injured at an educational program for at-risk youth. Police say it appeared to be a targeted attack.
Pieper Lewis, Iowa teen who killed alleged rapist, jailed after escape
Pieper Lewis, 18, escaped a probation center on Friday after removing a tracking device.
Better Homes & Gardens marks 100 years
This month Better Homes & Gardens is publishing its 100th anniversary commemorative issue, celebrating a century of creative cooking, gardening and style advice, in a magazine that has become a mainstay in American homes. Correspondent Serena Altschul visits BH&G's test garden and test kitchens in Des Moines, Iowa, where recipes and domestic how-to hints are dished up.
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Smallest democratic field takes debate stage in Iowa; backlash grows as Oscar nominations lack diversity
Family of 11-year-old boy killed on Adventureland water ride sues park
Michael Jaramillo, 11, died when a raft carrying him and five other family members flipped over, trapping them underwater.
Abortion is not a constitutional right in Iowa, high court rules
Governor Kim Reynolds called the decision "a significant victory" on Friday.
Biden announces ethanol rule change
The Biden administration plans to allow an ethanol blend in fuel during the summer months in an effort to ease the burden of steep gas prices. Stephen Gruber-Miller, a statehouse and politics reporter for the Des Moines Register, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the announcement during the president's visit to Iowa.
Six teens charged in shooting outside Iowa school
Six teenagers, including a 14-year-old boy, are charged with murder and attempted murder in a shooting on the grounds of East High School in Des Moines, Iowa. A 15-year-old boy was killed and two teenage girls were seriously wounded.
6 teens charged with murder in alleged drive-by shooting outside Iowa school
Police said Tuesday the 15-year-old victim was the intended target of the shooting.
Teen killed in shooting at Iowa high school
A teenager is dead and two others remain in critical condition on Monday after a shooting outside a high school in Des Moines, Iowa, police said.
Trump to hold rally in Des Moines, Iowa
Former President Trump is set to rally in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday. His visit comes on the heels of a new poll showing 53% of Iowans view him favorably. Des Moines Register data and politics reporter Nick Coltrain joins CBSN to discuss the other potential 2024 presidential candidates coming to Iowa and what people there think of President Biden.
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Top moments from the Democratic debate; Bridgegate case before Supreme Court
Residents in central Washington state town of Des Moines have been evacuated from three homes because of a landslide
Residents in central Washington state town of Des Moines have been evacuated from three homes because of a landslide. The homes in Des Moines are on top of a cliff, which collapsed down to a state park beach. The people living in the homes were told to grab their belongings and evacuate quickly. Vinita Nair reports.
Potential 2024 GOP candidates visit Iowa
Despite the sustained popularity of former President Donald Trump in the GOP, other would-be 2024 Republican presidential contenders are heading to Iowa to address conservative voters. The Des Moines Register's chief political reporter Brianne Pfannenstiel has more on who will be headlining the Family Leadership Summit on Friday, and Democrats' chances of picking up any Republican-held seats in Iowa in 2022.
No known victims after reports of gunfire
Police found no indication of a shooting at a Washington college following reports of gunfire early Friday, reports CBS affiliate KIRO. Highline College in Des Moines, south of Seattle, sent out a notice around 9 a.m. Friday morning telling students and staff to lock down classrooms and offices.
Student living in senior community
In our ongoing series, A More Perfect Union, we're looking at a partnership between a university and a retirement home that's helping bridge a generational divide. We traveled to Des Moines, Iowa, to visit Gabby Clutter, a 22-year-old student living at a retirement community.
President-elect's transition
President-Elect Donald Trump spoke in Michigan on his fourth stop on his "Thank You" tour. Trump spoke in light of the recent announcement that Rudy Giuliani was no longer in consideration for Secretary of State. Roll Call columnist Jon Allen spoke with CBSN about Trump's latest moves.
Trump full speech in IA
President-elect Donald Trump took his "Thank You" tour to Iowa and addressed his supporters in the state for the first time since his victory on Election Day. See his full remarks here.
Two Iowa cops killed
Officials say two Iowa police officers were ambushed overnight and shot dead. The first killing happened in Urbandale, and the other was in Des Moines. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Across the Great Plains -- even in winter -- the new cash crop is high tech
Across the Great Plains -- even in winter -- the new cash crop is high tech. Tech companies are bringing thousands of people to the Midwest in what is being called America’s new innovation frontier. Mark Strassmann reports.
Smoke and flames lit up the night sky in downtown Des Moines where a fire tore through a century old building that was under construction
Smoke and flames lit up the night sky in downtown Des Moines where a fire tore through a century old building that was under construction. The building housed the first working escalator in Iowa. Anthony Mason reports.
Drive-thru citizenship
In America, you can get almost anything in a drive-thru. And this year, because of the pandemic, immigrants who have completed all the requirements of citizenship are pulling into parking lots from San Diego to Des Moines to Detroit for socially-distant naturalization ceremonies. Steve Hartman visits with some newly-minted U.S. citizens in Albany, N.Y. where the oath was taken behind the wheel.
Des Moines voters on Democratic debate
At a watch party in Iowa's most populous county, voters reaffirmed their support for former Vice President Joe Biden and said they were impressed by Sen. Cory Booker. CBS News campaign reporter Adam Brewster reports from the state with the first-in-the-nation presidential caucus.
Iowa State Fair: Fried food & politics
The Iowa State Fair is the place where corndogs, funnel cakes and presidential candidates converge. Many of the 2020 contenders are in Des Moines this weekend. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN from the fair with a closer look at what's on the menu this year.
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U.S. blockade on Iran restarts as Trump angles for control over Strait of Hormuz
As the U.S. restarts its Iran blockade and carries out more strikes, President Trump has called off a planned 20% fee on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
ICE halts most vehicle stops following deadly shootings, sources say
Neither of the victims of the ICE shootings in Maine or Texas were the target of enforcement operations, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
State board: Musk may have broken election law by offering $1M checks to voters
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
DoD watchdog finds 155mm artillery plant built 2 years ago has produced nothing
An ammunition plant in Mesquite, Texas, has not produced any metal projectile parts after the Army spent $469 million to establish the facility.
Social Security's 2027 COLA could be the biggest in years
New estimates call for a 3.6% to 3.8% benefit increase next year, although the final adjustment will depend on inflation readings released this summer.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
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State board: Musk may have broken election law by offering $1M checks to voters
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Senators introduce bipartisan plan to tackle Social Security insolvency
The Promise Act would establish a legislative procedure with the goal of preserving Social Security's trust funds for the next 50 years.
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Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Senators introduce bipartisan plan to tackle Social Security insolvency
The Promise Act would establish a legislative procedure with the goal of preserving Social Security's trust funds for the next 50 years.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Social Security's 2027 COLA could be the biggest in years
New estimates call for a 3.6% to 3.8% benefit increase next year, although the final adjustment will depend on inflation readings released this summer.
Rare T. rex fossil sells for record $50.1 million at auction
The T. rex, nicknamed Gus, is a towering figure, standing at 12.5 feet fall and roughly 38 feet long.
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State board: Musk may have broken election law by offering $1M checks to voters
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Senate Democrats block must-pass defense policy bill over Iran war objections
Senate Democrats blocked a must-pass annual defense policy bill from moving forward on Tuesday as they voiced opposition to the Trump administration's handling of the war with Iran.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
House GOP leaders break logjam after conservative revolt
The House on Tuesday finally broke an impasse that had stalled most legislative action on the floor.
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Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Miracle on the Hudson" pilot, Capt. "Sully," shares Alzheimer's diagnosis
Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid
With the federal Medicaid work requirement looming in January, Democrats are considering state legislation to call out big companies that employ workers enrolled in the safety net health program.
Dr. Céline Gounder: Lindsey Graham died of aorta disease. My husband did too.
Lindsey Graham's aorta tore at 71. Grant Wahl's burst at 49. One is common and age-driven; the other is inherited, silent, and findable.
Common knee surgery may do more harm than good, 10-year study shows
A Finnish study followed patients for 10 years after they had a popular knee surgery. For many, the pain continued or even worsened.
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Iraq seizes mounds of gold and millions in cash in corruption crackdown
An anti-corruption probe in Iraq leads to seizure of 825 pounds of gold and tens of millions in cash from lawmakers and government officials.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
China rejects report that a U.S. scientist is being wrongfully detained
Asked about the case of U.S. national Youlin Chen, China's foreign ministry said there was no "wrongful detention," but it did not deny the scientist was imprisoned.
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Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
Gelfand on "The Real Wolf of Wall Street"
"The Real Wolf of Wall Street," a new documentary from See It Now Studios on Paramount+, focuses on the real-life story of infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort and his brokerage firm Stratton Oakmont. Howie Gelfand, a former partner at Stratton Oakmont, explains why he decided to be part of the documentary and how the 2013 film, "The Wolf of Wall Street," starring Leonardo DiCaprio, got the real story wrong.
Alan Ritchson on thriller "Motor City"
Alan Ritchson talks about starring in "Motor City," which has nearly no dialogue, how his process was different and why he thinks it will resonate with audiences.
States sue to block Paramount-WBD merger
A coalition of a dozen states on Monday sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, posing a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
Mick Jagger on music and politics
Mick Jagger spoke with The New York Times recently about the role of politics in his music. Political strategists Erin Maguire and Dan Kanninen join "The Takeout" to discuss.
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Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Hochul halts NY data center construction
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul imposed a year-long moratorium on "hyperscale" AI data centers, halting construction as the state investigates the wider economic and environmental impacts. Shanelle Kaul explains more.
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.
Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple is suing OpenAI over apparently stolen trade secrets that may be linked to hardware ambitions. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
N.Y. enacts nation's first statewide moratorium on building new data centers
Building new data centers in New York will be paused for a year in order to allow state officials to establish guidelines protecting residents and the environment, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
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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.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
Kagan opening statements on security funding
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are on Capitol Hill to testify before House lawmakers in response to a request for increased security funding amid growing threats against members of the highest court.
Second fatal ICE shooting in a week
Joan Sebastian Guerrero's death in Maine marks the second time in a week that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have shot and killed a civilian. The Department of Homeland Security alleged that a man "attempted to flee the scene" when stopped by ICE. Guerrero's killing has prompted calls for an investigation. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple is suing OpenAI over apparently stolen trade secrets that may be linked to hardware ambitions. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
Witnesses on ICE shooting in Maine
Witnesses are describing what they saw during the moments after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a man in Maine. One source with knowledge of the investigation says Joan Sebastian Guerrero was killed during the encounter. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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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.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
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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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Details on Supreme Court security push
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett on Tuesday urged Congress to boost security funding for the high court as the judges face increased threats. CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
Rep. McCaul on Lindsey Graham and Ukraine
Lindsey Graham's death leaves Ukraine without a key Republican ally in the Senate. Rep. Michael McCaul, who recently visited Ukraine and had worked extensively with Sen. Graham, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Latest on Iran as Trump backs off Hormuz tolls
President Trump on Tuesday reversed his Monday proclamation about a 20% fee for cargo moving through the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Aaron MacLean report.
Taco Bell precautions over cyclosporiasis
Michigan's outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a disease marked by severe diarrhea, intensified Tuesday, with 3,300 cases identified and 44 people hospitalized. On Tuesday, Taco Bell told CBS News that it has "voluntarily and temporarily removed limited ingredients at select restaurants as a precautionary measure." CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder reports on what might be causing the spread.
Evidence turned over in Minnesota ICE shootings
Federal investigators have turned over evidence that officials in Minnesota have been requesting for months about the deadly ICE shootings the state experienced in January. Hennepin County attorney Mary Moriarty joins "The Takeout" to discuss.