Broadband industry sent millions of fake comments to FCC, report finds
New York AG says an industry-funded effort to repeal net neutrality led to 8 million fake comments being sent to regulators.
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Google, Facebook, and Netflix are among those joining a "Day of Action" Wednesday to protest the FCC's plan to roll back Obama-era rules on net neutrality. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett, who interviewed the new FCC chair, Ajit Pai, earlier this year, joins CBSN to discuss Pai's goal of creating internet "fast lanes."
Net Neutrality Day of Action
Some of the biggest tech companies like Facebook and Google are protesting the Republican-led FCC's plan to roll back Obama-era net neutrality rules, which increased government oversight and required online service providers to treat all internet traffic the same. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the future of the internet.
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Car makers to pay $553M in air bag case; proposed White House budget cuts Medicaid spending; FCC votes to repeal net neutrality rules. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch..
Net neutrality vote
A vote by the Federal Communications Commission may roll back policies for net neutrality -- the principle that all web content is equally provided to the public by internet service providers. CBS News' Errol Barnett explains on CBSN.
Robocall crackdown
Americans are reporting a surge of robocalls, despite many being on the National Do Not Call Registry. Anna Werner sat down with FCC Chairman Ajit Pai on his agency's plan to stop them.
Robocall task force
After a high number of complaints, the FCC has created a task force to crack down on those obnoxious robocalls. CBS News' Anna Werner explains on CBSN
Robocall crackdown "complicated"
More than 29 billion robocalls bombarded Americans last year. The telecom industry claims it's working to block them, but that its efforts are complicated both by legal hurdles and the difficulty of tracing where the calls come from. In a rare interview, the FCC chairman Ajit Pai says tackling robocall scams are a top priority but that the issue is "exceptionally complicated." Anna Werner reports.
Colbert & the FCC
The FCC is investigating a controversial joke by Stephen Colbert. The joke made fun of President Trump. CBSN's DeMarco Morgan has the latest.
Online privacy protection
New regulations to protect personal information online, approved under the Obama administration, have now been delayed by the Federal Communications Commission. CBS News contributor Nick Thompson explains.
Online privacy regulations halted
The Federal Communications Commission is delaying new data security rules that were supposed to take effect today. Those regulations, approved by the Obama administration last year, were part of a package of rules that limit how internet providers use and sell customer data. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how this impacts you.
FCC alert update
The FCC has updated its emergency alert text messages. The FCC came under fire during the New York and New Jersey bombings for directing people to "see media for photo." CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has the details.
A new proposal from the Federal Communications Commission would require Internet providers to get their customers' explicit permission to share certain information
A new proposal from the Federal Communications Commission would require Internet providers to get their customers' explicit permission to share certain information. Right now, providers can track how long you spend on specific websites and the location of mobile users. Companies including Verizon and AT&T say the proposal creates an uneven playing field with websites that also track users. FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the proposal.
The Federal Communications Commission has proposed new rules that will limit how broadband providers like Verizon and Comcast can share consumers' online data with advertisers
The Federal Communications Commission has proposed new rules that will limit how broadband providers like Verizon and Comcast can share consumers' online data with advertisers. NewYorker.com Editor Nick Thompson joins CBSN to discuss.
Government regulators are taking steps that could lower part of your cable bill
Government regulators are taking steps that could lower part of your cable bill. The FCC is considering opening up the market for set-top boxes. American homes spend an average of $231 a year to rent them from cable companies. CBS News contributor and NewYorker.com editor Nicholas Thompson joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the implications of this decision as well as Apple's refusal to help the FBI unlock one of the San Bernardino killer's iPhone.
The wireless giant is accused of misleading customers of its unlimited mobile data plans by “severely” slowing down speeds
The wireless giant is accused of misleading customers of its unlimited mobile data plans by “severely” slowing down speeds. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins "CBS This Morning" from Chicago to discuss the $100 million fine, the biggest the FCC has ever handed down.
Federal regulators are working to cut the cord on “robo” calls
Federal regulators are working to cut the cord on “robo” calls. Some telemarketers are still getting through to some phones on the national “Do Not Call” registry. Chip Reid reports from the Federal Trade Commission in Washington.
Maggie Reardon, a senior writer with CBS News partner CNET, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the historic change
The FCC voted Wednesday to approve net neutrality and regulate the Internet as a public utility, similar to landline telephone service. The rules are designed to make sure that Internet companies treat all content providers equally. Maggie Reardon, a senior writer with CBS News partner CNET, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the historic change.
The FCC has approved rules on Internet service providers, enforcing what's called "net neutrality"
The FCC has approved rules on Internet service providers, enforcing what's called "net neutrality." CBSN's Elaine Quijano and Vladimir Duthiers have the details on how the Internet will be regulated.
The FCC is voting on changes to new "net neutrality" regulations
The FCC is voting on changes to new "net neutrality" regulations. Net neutrality is the idea that the Internet should be accessible to all users. CNET's Jeff Bakalar joins CBSN to explain the ongoing debate.
The FCC is expected to vote Thursday to regulate the Internet as a public good, what's come to be known as net neutrality
The FCC is expected to vote Thursday to regulate the Internet as a public good, what's come to be known as net neutrality. Some lawmakers had considered trying to overturn that ruling, but Senate Commerce Committee chairman John Thune, R-South Dakota, said he will let it stand.
CNET senior news writer Maggie Reardon explains proposal by the agency to regulate the Internet as a public utility -- and how that could change the way we use it
CNET senior news writer Maggie Reardon explains proposal by the agency to regulate the Internet as a public utility -- and how that could change the way we use it
CNET's Bridget Carey joins CBSN with more on what this means for consumers
The debate over net neutrality is heating up. The FCC is expected to propose regulating the Internet like a public utility. CNET's Bridget Carey joins CBSN with more on what this means for consumers.
The FCC is participating in forums across the country to hear public comment on net neutrality
Consumers have been protesting the possibility of major providers like Comcast or AT&T controlling the speed of the internet, and therefore and forcing people to pay more for faster service. The FCC is participating in forums across the country to hear public comment on net neutrality. KOVR's Ron Jones reports.
Seminole County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a 19-year-old for pointing a green laser light several times at one of the SCSO's helicopters
In Florida, deputies with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office arrested 19-year-old Trevor Ragno and charged him with a felony for pointing a green laser light several times at Alert 2 -- one of the SCSO's helicopters. The incident was recorded by a camera on Alert 2.
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There are more trucks on highways. But the government is inspecting them less.
A CBS News probe finds that nearly 600 people have died in crashes since 2024 with trucks operated by companies that had never had a roadside safety inspection.
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Photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian attacks
The images were sent to CBS News by active service members under condition of anonymity.
Patrick Clancy in his own words, only on 60 Minutes
This Sunday on 60 Minutes, Patrick Clancy talks about his grief, his memories of his children, and the baseless conspiracy theories that flooded social media since his ex-wife's murder trial.
House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly just one day after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House.
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House speaker declares Iran nuclear issue "taken care of"
The Iran war has cost the U.S. military at least $33.4 billion — most of it on munitions — and not including hundreds of millions more spent by other agencies, the Pentagon says.
Millionaires are everywhere in the U.S., new book says
Getting rich in the U.S. is still possible, but the most common path to wealth doesn't involve working for other people, according to a new book.
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Family blames Texas' "merciless" abortion ban for woman's death, sues Paxton, others
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
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A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.
9th woman found dead in South Africa, adding to fears of serial killer
South African police say a ninth woman's body has been discovered in an area east of Johannesburg, adding that it could be linked to a series of killings they are investigating.
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2 adults and child found dead after flooding inundates New Mexico
Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren thanked first responders for working through the night in difficult and dangerous conditions as they searched for the people.
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There are more trucks on highways. But the government is inspecting them less.
A CBS News investigation finds that nearly 600 people have died in crashes since 2024 with trucks operated by companies that had never been subjected to a roadside safety inspection.
Millionaires are everywhere in the U.S., new book says
Getting rich in the U.S. is still possible, but the most common path to wealth doesn't involve working for other people, according to a new book.
5 missing women are linked to Olney home in Philadelphia. Here's what we know.
Inside the home, owned by Eugene Horsch and connected to his father, R.C. Horsch, authorities have found a trove of digital images, a so-called laboratory of chemicals and a small marijuana grow operation.
NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
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Millionaires are everywhere in the U.S., new book says
Getting rich in the U.S. is still possible, but the most common path to wealth doesn't involve working for other people, according to a new book.
OpenAI reveals 6 more incidents of "unexpected or concerning" AI behavior
OpenAI has disclosed six reports of "unexpected or concerning" behavior in artificial intelligence models as the debate on AI safety becomes increasingly heated.
AI doesn't have rights or feelings, Microsoft's AI chief says
Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman said in an essay that trying to develop AI consciousness would be "catastrophic" for humanity.
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices.
Amazon raises starting pay to $20 an hour and adds Whole Foods perks
Amazon said it is increasing its minimum pay for operations workers by $1 an hour and adding grocery discounts for all U.S. employees.
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House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly just one day after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
Coast Guard and FBI boarded tankers due to cyberattacks. How big is the risk?
U.S. Coast Guard personnel and FBI agents boarded two Texas-bound energy tankers last month after cyberattacks struck the vessels while they were traveling toward the United States, according to U.S. officials.
House passes bill to shield Americans from data center energy costs
The vote comes as lawmakers face increasing pressure to respond to the data center boom driven by the AI race.
ISIS-K member sentenced to 20 years in prison in case tied to Kabul bombing
An Islamic State group member was sentenced to 20 years in prison for aiding the terrorist organization that took credit for a suicide bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and about 160 Afghans at a Kabul airport.
Virginia fines a Microsoft data center for emissions violations
As part of the settlement with Microsoft, the tech giant has agreed to invest $2.4 million toward an environmental project underway in Loudoun County.
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How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
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A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.
Outcome of employment lawsuit could promote use of skimpy health plans
A long-running lawsuit challenging what it means to be an employee and therefore have access to work-based health plans is being closely watched by health policy analysts.
Pennsylvania woman dies of measles complications, coroner reports
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Strange symptom and a "weird" referral led to surprise Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
Kate Ping thought she was just stressed out. A nurse practitioner's surprising recommendation led to a shocking diagnosis.
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9th woman found dead in South Africa, adding to fears of serial killer
South African police say a ninth woman's body has been discovered in an area east of Johannesburg, adding that it could be linked to a series of killings they are investigating.
House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly just one day after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
Coast Guard and FBI boarded tankers due to cyberattacks. How big is the risk?
U.S. Coast Guard personnel and FBI agents boarded two Texas-bound energy tankers last month after cyberattacks struck the vessels while they were traveling toward the United States, according to U.S. officials.
ISIS-K member sentenced to 20 years in prison in case tied to Kabul bombing
An Islamic State group member was sentenced to 20 years in prison for aiding the terrorist organization that took credit for a suicide bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and about 160 Afghans at a Kabul airport.
Village votes to leave U.K. in symbolic protest of plan to house asylum seekers
Residents of Piddington voted overwhelmingly to leave the United Kingdom in a symbolic referendum over plans to house asylum seekers nearby.
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Sheeran torched over Macklemore tour ousting
Ed Sheeran is facing intense public backlash after rapper Macklemore, who was set to open his upcoming tour dates, was dropped from the production over pro-Palestine comments. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports and Alex Suskind, news director at online music magazine Pitchfork, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Judge Judy's son takes up the gavel in new show
Judge Judy has been a staple of daytime TV for 30 years, but now televised courts are becoming a family affair with her son, Adam Levy, picking up the gavel and donning the robe for "Adam's Law." Judge Levy joins CBS News to preview the new show.
Ed Sheeran speaks out on Macklemore decision
Ed Sheeran spoke out Tuesday after facing backlash for dropping Macklemore from his tour following the rapper's pro-Palestinian statements onstage. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Ed Sheeran breaks silence amid controversy
The rapper Macklemore was bumped from Ed Sheeran's U.S. concert tour for pro-Palestinian comments that some say crossed a line into prejudice. Now, four additional supporting acts have quit in solidarity and the headliner has addressed the controversy. Carter Evans reports.
Ed Sheeran's supporting acts pull out of tour after Macklemore was dropped
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
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House passes bill to shield Americans from data center energy costs
The vote comes as lawmakers face increasing pressure to respond to the data center boom driven by the AI race.
Reporter's first impressions of iPhone Duo
Apple has announced its first foldable iPhone called the Duo. While pre-orders for the nearly-$2,000 phone are just a month away, some people got their hands on it at Apple's launch event. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti was one of them and 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.
Alabama attorney general candidate on AI, more
House lawmakers are heading home for recess until after the midterms, leaving artificial intelligence regulation still stalled in Congress. Alabama Republican candidate for attorney general Katherine Robertson, who is currently leading a state investigation into OpenAI, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
AI doesn't have rights or feelings, Microsoft's AI chief says
Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman said in an essay that trying to develop AI consciousness would be "catastrophic" for humanity.
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Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
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I slept in the room where Lizzie Borden's stepmom was killed. Here's what I found.
In 2019, a brave team of "48 Hours producers" traveled to Fall River, Massachusetts, to spend the night in the house where Andrew and Abby Borden were found brutally murdered.
9th woman found dead in South Africa, adding to fears of serial killer
South African police say a ninth woman's body has been discovered in an area east of Johannesburg, adding that it could be linked to a series of killings they are investigating.
5 missing women are linked to Olney home in Philadelphia. Here's what we know.
Inside the home, owned by Eugene Horsch and connected to his father, R.C. Horsch, authorities have found a trove of digital images, a so-called laboratory of chemicals and a small marijuana grow operation.
Patrick Clancy sits down with 60 Minutes
Patrick Clancy spoke with 60 Minutes this week. Shanelle Kaul has a preview of the story, which airs Sunday.
U.S. probing suspected cyberattack on tanker
The FBI and the Coast Guard are investigating a giant oil tanker on its way to Texas that may have been taken over by a cyberattack. Iranian state media claims hackers had control of the ship's propellers, raising concern that these giant vessels could be used as weapons. Nicole Sganga reports.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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Patrick Clancy sits down with 60 Minutes
Patrick Clancy spoke with 60 Minutes this week. Shanelle Kaul has a preview of the story, which airs Sunday.
Sheeran torched over Macklemore tour ousting
Ed Sheeran is facing intense public backlash after rapper Macklemore, who was set to open his upcoming tour dates, was dropped from the production over pro-Palestine comments. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports and Alex Suskind, news director at online music magazine Pitchfork, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Musk's DOGE spent billions cutting jobs
A new report from the Government Accountability Office shows federal agencies spent $9.5 billion on administrative leave costs in 2025, an increase spurred by the DOGE push to cut down the federal workforce. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more.
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A golden retriever got his big chance to be a guard dog, but instead of guarding, Nash tried to play with the intruder. Tony Dokoupil has the story.