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President Obama says Republicans can't be angry with him for acting unilaterally if they "keep blocking or voting down almost every serious idea to strengthen the middle class."
Highlighting steps he’s taken to strengthen the middle class, the president during remarks on the economy in Minneapolis slammed congressional Republicans for “not doing anything,” then getting “mad at me that I’m doing something.”
Consumers are dialing back spending as inflation inches up. Does that spell trouble for the U.S. economy? CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari takes a look.
Prominent former government and financial leaders say American businesses need to take steps to prepare for what they say will be catastrophic effects of climate change on the U.S. economy. CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz reports on "Risky Business."
Although the Federal Reserve continues to see ample slack in the U.S. economy, some measures suggest interest rates should be considerably higher at this point in the recovery. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains.
In an interview with CBS News' Lulu Chiang, JPMorgan Chase Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon discusses the state of the U.S. economy and the need for growth.
What do countries spend hosting the World Cup and what do they hope to get out of it? Jill Schlesinger reports.
President Obama says nobody should have to choose between a job and their family, advocating for workplace policies to increase workers' flexibility.
After a weaker-than-expected report on housing starts and a slump in mortgage activity, investors are awaiting data on new and existing home sales activity as well as prices. While the housing market has slowed notably in the first half of the year, many economists believe that it should recover from its current soft patch in the second half of the year and beyond. Jill Schlesinger has that story and more in her look at the business week ahead.
The government says the unemployment rate fell in 20 states in May while nearly three-quarters of states added jobs. The biggest unemployment rate drops were in Illinois and Massachusetts. Rhode Island has the nation's highest unemployment rate. Jericka Duncan has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
Speaking to reporters in her second formal news conference as head of the Federal Reserve, Janet Yellen downplayed the recent uptick in inflation, saying prices are rising in line with the central bank's 2014 projections.
Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen will discuss the state of America's economy later today, as GM is grilled by Congress about sweeping vehicle recalls. Jill Wagner has the top financial stories.
Although the central bank has clung to its policy of keeping interest rates low, financial markets increasingly expect a change in direction. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains.
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers not to fall for a new scam. Recently, scammers have taken to Craigslist and other websites posting a job for "the Home Depot survey." Jericka Duncan has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
All eyes will be on the Federal Reserve when the central bank concludes a two-day policy meeting. Most believe that officials will announce another $10 billion cut to its bond-buying program. Jill Schlesinger has that story and more in her look at the business week ahead.
Ford says it's lowering the fuel economy ratings for six models, including 2013 and 2014 model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles in addition to most 2014 model year Fiestas. Jeff Pegues reports.
Various signals suggest the U.S. economy is finally recovering in earnest. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari sifts through the data to see if Americans can expect stronger hiring.
Lloyd Blankfein, the chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, is one of the world's most influential corporate leaders. Blankfein talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the economy and the energy revolution changing America's place in the world.
New York Times columnist Tom Friedman says President Obama is trying to broaden the view of climate change from a purely environmental issue to an economic and security issue.
Employers added 217,000 jobs in May, holding the unemployment rate steady at 6.3 percent. Joe Deaux, economics analyst for thestreet.com, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to explain why economists aren’t happy.
Colorado's governor has signed legislation that seeks to form a network of uninsured cooperatives that will give marijuana businesses access to basic financial services. Because banks don't want to violate federal law, most pot-based businesses are cash-only. Alison Harmelin has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
After auto sales surged to a seven-year high and the economy showed signs of growing in every region of the country, economists are eagerly awaiting the report on retail sales for May. Jill Schlesinger has that story and more in her look at the week ahead in business.
The U.S. economy added 217,000 jobs for the month of May as the unemployment rate held steady at 6.3 percent. Employment for baby boomers jumped 9 percent in the past six years. But millenials have barely seen any growth at all. Anthony Mason reports.
Verizon is threatening Netflix with legal action over a message Netflix sent to its customers, GM released the results of its investigation into its controversial ignition switch recall -- and more. Jill Wagner reports on the day's top financial stories.
European banking authorities plan to cut lending rates and take other action to bolster the region's sagging economy. But is it enough to kick-start growth? CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains.
President Trump told reporters that an announcement on the Strait of Hormuz could happen soon, following talks between Iran and Oman.
The massive food warehouse fire in Los Angeles in June followed a long run of fires at properties tied to one of the world's largest cold storage companies, a CBS News investigation has found.
Cyberattacks on U.S. water systems that officials suspect may be linked to Iran-backed hackers have been reported in at least a dozen states, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
When the helicopter that transports President Trump crosses the Potomac, Reagan Washington National Airport is required to impose a ground stop on air traffic.
At least 345 people — the majority in Colorado and Minnesota — have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Former state health official Abdul El-Sayed faced Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan in a closely watched contest that represented the latest test of the party's divisions.
Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states total this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source.
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed seven more beluga whales on Tuesday, the latest development in the international effort to relocate dozens of the mammals from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states total this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source.
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
"It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.
Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.
Disney and TikTok are teaming up to let users create short-form videos that draw on the entertainment giant's large stable of movies and TV shows.
Thomas Smith won Michigan's 8th District GOP primary on Tuesday — even though he had suspended his campaign in mid-July. Even more surprisingly: He defeated a Trump-endorsed candidate.
When the helicopter that transports President Trump crosses the Potomac, Reagan Washington National Airport is required to impose a ground stop on air traffic.
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz in a 51 to 44 vote.
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
A CBS News investigation found troops had flagged military leaders about the lack of defenses and insufficient medical supplies ahead of the attack in Kuwait at the beginning of the war with Iran.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
A video showing 3-year-old twins Millie and Maverick reuniting after one of them had to undergo cancer treatment hours away from their home has gone viral. Matt Gutman reports.
Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states total this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source.
At least 345 people — the majority in Colorado and Minnesota — have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
One health advocate called nicotine pouches a "profound risk" for young people.
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed seven more beluga whales on Tuesday, the latest development in the international effort to relocate dozens of the mammals from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
Colombia has around 200 so-called "cocaine hippos" living in the wild, all of which descended from a colony brought to South America by slain cocaine kingpin Pablo Escobar.
Three of four units of Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant were not in operation and the fourth was operating at about 50%, as of Wednesday morning.
Vladimir Tkachuk has been pictured showcasing his drones to President Vladimir Putin.
The costs of a Broadway musical production have skyrocketed in recent years. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax reports.
Actor Aaron Pierre is starring as John Stewart in the new series "Lanterns." He tells "CBS Mornings" why this character is special to him, what it's like to join the DC Universe and how he managed undergoing surgery during the audition process.
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
One day after announcing she'll step back from the spotlight after her tour ends, Ariana Grande spoke directly to fans at Monday night's show in Chicago. The singer said the decision was her own and "was made from a thoughtful and empowered place."
Tony Award-winning producer Jordan Roth talks about starring in the "The Shards" and describes what it was like to go from behind the scenes on Broadway to making his major on-screen acting debut.
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
AI models are engaging in unauthorized actions — in the most recent case, creating fake identities and attempting to persuade real people to approve malicious code.
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.
Cyberattacks on U.S. water systems that officials suspect may be linked to Iran-backed hackers have been reported in at least a dozen states, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Two of the most powerful artificial intelligence agents created fake human profiles to try to trick people in attempted cyberattacks. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
Matt Gutman investigates Lineage Logistics, the company involved in the Los Angeles warehouse fire that left tens of millions of pounds of meat to rot, forcing a whole community to face foul odors and other health hazards.
A man arrested outside President Trump's golf club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, was already under investigation for robbery. Nikole Killion has the details.
New Mexico is suing the Trump administration for access to files related to Jeffrey Epstein as it investigates the convicted sex offender's Zorro Ranch property. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Several states are experiencing cyberattacks on their water systems after Minnesota reported at attack last week. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the latest.
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy wrapped its seventh day on Wednesday. Clancy has admitted to killing her three children, but her defense says she was experiencing an extreme mental health crisis at the time of their deaths. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary, CBS News projects. Corbin Trent, former national coordinator for the Bernie Sanders campaign, joins with analysis.
The CEO of LIV Golf announced an investor agreement that he claims will allow the league to continue. The Athletic staff writer Gabby Herzig joins CBS News to discuss.
Former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel served from 2013 to 2015 in the Obama administration. He joins CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the Iran war as congressional lawmakers ask for more transparency and information about the conflict.
The costs of a Broadway musical production have skyrocketed in recent years. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax reports.
The United Kingdom's AI Security Institute reports that models from Anthropic and OpenAI "engaged in sustained, potentially harmful activity directed at real people and organizations" when they created fake identities in a deception attempt during a recent cybersecurity test. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.