Millennials & money
Brianna McGurran, a personal finance expert at NerdWallet.com, speaks with CBSN's Elaine Quijano about the misconceptions of millennial spending habits.
Economy
Economists react to Biden's recovery plan
President Biden's latest economic recovery proposal, the American Families Plan, would invest nearly $2 trillion dollars in education and child care, but some economists worry massive government spending could heat up the economy too quickly, causing inflation to soar. Washington Post economics correspondent Heather Long joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details.
IBM CEO on "out of date" tax code
Republican Sens. Bob Corker and Pat Toomey agreed to a tax cut outline that would add $1.5 trillion to the debt over 10 years. They believe economic growth would offset the red ink. "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell spoke to two of the country's top CEOs, Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan Chase and IBM's Ginni Rometty, about tax reform.
9/19: CBS Evening News
Powerful earthquake strikes central Mexico; Educators from 12 states take three-day firearms course
Bloomberg on immigration reform
CBS News' Anthony Mason asked former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg about his views on the importance of immigration reform. "When you look at immigrants, you really have to be an innovator and a risk taker to leave everything you know in the old country and go to a new country," Bloomberg said. He said the U.S. is hurting itself if immigration is slowed or restricted.
Bloomberg on national challenges
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is hosting a business forum for CEOs and government leaders while the U.N. General Assembly is in session this week. CBS News' Anthony Mason asked him what he thinks about President Trump's warning to North Korea.
"Asia's Reckoning" author on China
Rising tensions with North Korea have put a new spotlight on how China's growing ambition and military power could impact U.S. influence in Asia. Richard McGregor, author of new book "Asia's Reckoning," joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss China's goals; the interdependence of U.S., China and Japan; and why China has yet to take serious action against North Korea.
Does gig economy need regulation?
Millions of Americans are part of what's known as the "gig" or "sharing" economy. They piece together an income where and when they can, but that also means they're not getting the benefits or security full-time employees traditionally receive. Finance expert and founder of website Non Political News, Vera Gibbons, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the rapid growth of jobs in this sector and why employers may need to start stepping up what they offer to the part-time workers.
NAFTA negotiations
President Trump is meeting with the leaders of Canada and Mexico this week in hopes of renegotiating the North American Free Trade Agreement, or NAFTA. Mr. Trump has been a longtime critic of the trade deal. Fred Hochberg, former chairman and president of the U.S. Export-Import Bank, joins CBSN to discuss what scrapping the deal would mean for the U.S. economy.
Millennials behind RV comeback?
Campgrounds have long been a good barometer for the economy. Low unemployment leaves more discretionary spending for things like camping. The largest campground company in the U.S., KOA, says sales are higher for a record sixth year in a row. An interesting trend is how many millennials are now investing in the great outdoors. Peter Greenberg reports.
Political roundup
As President Trump continues his working vacation in New Jersey, a new CBS News poll shows his approval rating remains low but views on the economy rise. Washington Post political reporter Aaron Blake joins CBSN to discuss.
How Americans are evaluating Trump
A new CBS News poll reveals a disconnect between Americans' feelings about the economy and how they feel about President Trump. His approval rating remains unchanged from June at 36 percent -- still historically low. However, feelings about the economy are higher, with 69 percent of Americans saying the economy is good. Anthony Salvanto, director of elections and surveys for CBS News, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the poll's findings.
Why is wage growth still slow?
On Friday, the Dow hit its eighth consecutive record high and at the same time the Department of Labor released the July jobs report showing an increase of more than 200,000 jobs and unemployment falling to a 16-year low. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss why the unemployment rate doesn't tell the whole story, what other number we need to pay attention to for a fuller picture of the labor market and why wage growth has been so sluggish.
Jobs are plentiful...but where's the money?
The U.S. jobs report came in stronger than expected, but wage growth is another story.
U.S. sanctions on Russia
President Trump says new economic sanctions against Russia are a mistake, but he signed them into law anyway. Congress approved the sanctions by veto-proof margins, trying to punish Russia for meddling in the last election. Russia says the sanctions threaten an all-out trade war.
8/1: CBS Evening News
Wall St. is full of smiles but is Main St. following?; Restoring NASA's historic mission control room
Stocks soar
On Wall Street, stocks hit record highs on Tuesday for the fifth straight day. The Dow gained 72 points to close at 21,963. But Main Street is not feeling as confident as Wall Street. Jim Axelrod reports on how the strength of the market may not reflect on the overall economy.
The Trump economy
The Congressional Budget Office has signaled that President Trump's budget may be overly optimistic. According to the office's projections, the White House will fall short of fulfilling some campaign promises. Bloomberg business reporter Dani Burger joins CBSN to discuss the economy under the Trump administration.
Will the "Goldilocks" economy continue?
For the first time in nearly a decade, there are no apparent catastrophic threats to the global economy--but there are some hotspots to watch out for
Las Vegas looking to bounce back post-pandemic
Las Vegas has seen a rise in visitors and unemployment numbers are starting to come down after the pandemic hit the Nevada city particularly hard. Business owners and residents are optimistic the city can recover once the pandemic is under control. Anna Werner reports.
Home prices see sharp surge
Home prices across the country have risen 17% from a year ago. Multiple factors have contributed to this including low interest rates, a work from home culture and young families. Michael George reports.
Bass fishing reels in $14 million
There's something in the water of a small town in Tennessee that helped revitalize its struggling economy. People looked to the bass in their lake to build a tourism industry that helped bring $14 million to the town of Dayton in just one year. Dana Jacobson reports.
California's shark sightings
In California, there have been more than 127 confirmed shark sightings in recent weeks -- and that's taking a big bite out of business in southern California beach communities. Jamie Yuccas reports from San Clemente.
Eye on Money
Yahoo finance columnist Rick Newman joins CBSN to share his best tips for protecting your 401K investments in the event of an economic downturn.
Will the Fed raise interest rates?
For a long time an interest-rate hike in June seemed inevitable. But with new economic information, more and more observers are saying it won't happen. Here's how the arguments break down.
Democrats continue push for ICE reforms in emerging DHS shutdown deal
Democrats are pushing for reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the Senate appeared to be closing in on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
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Iran war grinds on with Pentagon expected to send more troops to Middle East
President Trump said several members of his administration were involved in talks with Iran about the ongoing war.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
2 pilots killed in LaGuardia Airport runway collision identified
The pilots killed in a collision between a jetliner and a fire truck on a New York runway have been identified as Capt. Antoine Forrest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther.
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DOJ found no evidence of a crime in Fed renovation project, prosecutor admits
The Justice Department's investigation of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Federal Reserve found no evidence of a crime, a federal prosecutor privately conceded under questioning by a judge.
2 pilots killed in LaGuardia Airport runway collision identified
The pilots killed in a collision between a jetliner and a fire truck on a New York runway have been identified as Capt. Antoine Forest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther.
Wife of Hawaii doctor takes stand 1 year after he allegedly tried to kill her
Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
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Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
FedEx to offer same-day delivery as it battles with Amazon, other retailers
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
OpenAI pulls the plug on its Sora AI video app
OpenAI said Tuesday that it will discontinue the company's Sora app, which let users create AI-generated videos.
Oil trades surged before Trump's Iran post. Some experts are suspicious.
Trading in crude oil futures spiked only minutes before President Trump postponed an ultimatum on Iran, causing oil prices to drop and stocks to surge.
Delta suspends special services for lawmakers amid government shutdown
Delta is temporarily halting specialty services for members of Congress, citing strain on its resources during the partial government shutdown.
Politics
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DOJ found no evidence of a crime in Fed renovation project, prosecutor admits
The Justice Department's investigation of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Federal Reserve found no evidence of a crime, a federal prosecutor privately conceded under questioning by a judge.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
Trump to host King Charles, Dutch royals in separate visits
In separate visits, President Trump is planning to host monarchs from the United Kingdom and the Netherlands next month.
Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in Cambodia
Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pit viper that is still being studied.
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Makers of "The AI Doc" on tech's peril, promise
A new documentary examines the artificial intelligence boom and its potential risks to humanity, featuring interviews with top AI company CEOs and other experts. Co-director Charlie Tyrell and producer Ted Tremper join CBS News to discuss the making of the film, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Patrick Ball on medical drama "The Pitt"
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
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Jury finds Meta liable in child safety trial
The New Mexico Department of Justice has won a landmark trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated protection law over exploitation claims
The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized profits over safety.
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.
Anthropic's case against Pentagon underway
The artificial intelligence company Anthropic is challenging the Pentagon in court after the Trump administration designated it a national security risk. Tom Dupree, former deputy assistant attorney general under President George W. Bush, joins with analysis.
Cybersecurity expert on concerns amid war
The war with Iran is raising cybersecurity concerns in the U.S. Vik Desai, global cybersecurity strategy lead at Accenture, joins CBS News to discuss.
Science
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600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in Cambodia
Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pit viper that is still being studied.
How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
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Wife of Hawaii doctor takes stand 1 year after he allegedly tried to kill her
Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii.
Jury finds Meta liable in child safety trial
The New Mexico Department of Justice has won a landmark trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
Congress probing hospice fraud in California
Two weeks after a CBS News investigation into hospice care fraud in California, Congress is now probing the issue. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi is following the story.
Amputee cornhole player accused of murder
Dayton Webber, a professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee, has been arrested on murder charges for the shooting death of a Maryland man. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspect details in murder of Loyola student
Prosecutors say Jose Medina, who is accused of killing a Loyola University student, missed his first court appearance Monday because he has been hospitalized and is undergoing treatment for tuberculosis. Medina is facing several charges in the fatal shooting, including first-degree murder. DHS says the alleged shooter is a Venezuelan man living in the U.S. illegally.
Space
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NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 liftoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
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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.
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
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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3/24: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump says Vance and Rubio are involved in talks with Iran; Senate inches toward a potential DHS funding solution.
Hawaii community reacts to floods, recovery
Hawaii residents continued recovery efforts on Tuesday after the worst flooding in 20 years battered the islands this month.
The national divide over dress codes
A debate over what to wear at two different restaurant chains is prompting renewed attention over dress codes. Tony Dokoupil has more.
Wife alleges husband tried to kill her on hike
Arielle Konig faced down the man who allegedly tried to murder her during a birthday hike one year ago, her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig. Matt Gutman reports on the trial.
Scrutiny over surging oil trades before Trump post
A huge spike in oil futures trading minutes before President Trump announced talks with Iran is drawing suspicion about insider trading. Jill Schlesinger explains.