Doctor charged with sexual battery on boy, 15, he said he was "cuddling"
Police in Florida say the physician was caught in the act, and victim says it wasn't first time suspect had abused him; authorities are seeking other possible victims
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Woman finds Marine's ring on beach, tracks down owner
A woman vacationing in Siesta Key, Florida, found a Marine Corps ring on the beach, and used her own sleuthing and "the power of social media" to track down the owner
Florida cop helps homeless man shave
A Florida police officer is being praised for a unique act of kindness that helped a homeless man land a job. Cellphone video captured officer Tony Carlson assisting a man named Phil with a shave in Tallahassee. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Officer helps homeless man shave
Florida officer Tony Carlson had just finished a call last Sunday, when he came upon a homeless man who needed some help with an electric shaver. Carlson decided to step in to help, so he could look his best before a job interview. CBS News senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod has his story.
Officer helps homeless man shave before job interview at McDonald's
Officer Tony Carlson was finishing up a call when he came across a homeless man who needed some help
FBI warns of adultery blackmail scam
According to the warning, the scam begins when the scammer sends an anonymous letter claiming to have uncovered evidence that the recipient of the letter has committed acts of adultery
Ryan Lochte suspended 14 months for using IV to inject vitamins
Lochte, 33, cannot compete as planned in the national championships that start this week in California
Florida voters weigh in before midterms
CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe recently traveled to Miami to speak with four voters -- two Republicans, one Democrat and one independent -- ahead of the midterm elections. He joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss his conversation.
Officer shaves man's heard before he applies for job
A Florida police officer's act of kindness is going viral after he was seen on video helping a homeless man shave his beard so he could apply for a job at McDonald's.
Future of "stand your ground" case
Florida's controversial "stand your ground" law is back in the national spotlight after a deadly shooting at a convenience store parking lot. The sheriff declined to charge the shooter, but the case is not over. CBS News' Meg Oliver reports.
Shooting raises questions about Florida's "stand your ground" law
Some are questioning the state's "stand your ground" law that has prevented the arrest of the gunman
No charges after man killed in front of his kids in parking spot dispute
Police say no charges would be filed after 28-year-old Markeis McGlockton was shot and killed in front of his girlfriend and three children
Did Helsinki summit affect Florida voters?
CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe sat down with voters in Miami this week to discuss the president's performance in Helsinki, Finland, as well as the issue of Russian interference ahead of the 2018 elections.
Protesters flood Clearwater, Florida
A parking lot argument ended in a deadly shooting this weekend and sparked protests in Clearwater, Florida. The sheriff said the gunman would not be charged because of the state's "stand your ground" law. Meg Oliver reports.
Rubio: "Not a good moment" for Trump admin
"We can't go back and change what happened, it was not a good moment," Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, told "Face the Nation" on Sunday.
Father of 2 Parkland shooting survivors killed after store robbery
Broward County authorities say gunman robbed Ayub Ali in his convenience store, then came back and fatally shot him
Florida voters on economy, guns, Trump
Voters in Florida say they don't think the Parkland shooting will play a role in this year's midterm elections. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke with the panel about their concerns about the economy and their perception of how President Trump handled the summit in Helsinki.
Parkland survivors' father killed in robbery
Police in Broward County, Florida, say 61-year-old Ayub Ali was fatally shot in a robbery at his convenience store. Two of his children survived the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High in February. WFOR-TV reports.
Video of a close call brings new attention to kids in hot cars
Texas and Connecticut each saw kids die from heatstroke in cars Thursday and another death was potentially averted Tuesday
Man dies from bacterial infection after eating raw oysters
The 71-year-old man died two days after eating the oysters, according to reports
ESPYs honor Parkland coaches who died in school shooting
ESPYs "Best Coach" award posthumously honored three coaches from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, who died protecting students from a gunman in February
Young girl hospitalized after dog attack in Florida
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office said the incident happened around 10 a.m. Sunday
Baby dead after being left in hot car in south Florida, police say
The National Weather Service reported that temperatures in the area Friday afternoon were in the mid- to upper-90s
Manager fired for tackling gun thief suspect
Academy Sports in Tallahassee, Florida is facing backlash after firing a store manager who some, including the NRA, are calling a hero. That manager tackled a customer who was allegedly trying to steal a gun.
Driver distracted by phone kills 2 horses, injures girl and woman
Police say a man was reaching for his cellphone when he struck and killed two horses and seriously injured a young girl and a woman
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Gas price rises as Trump mulls dropping bid to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump indicates he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over the $4 mark.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado law banning conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
Tiger Woods was "sweating profusely" after car crash, arrest report says
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court will consider the legality of President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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Tiger Woods was "sweating profusely" after car crash, arrest report says
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 probe sue Patel, Bondi over their firing
The three former agents were seasoned investigators who primarily handled public corruption investigations and were assigned to special counsel Jack Smith's team.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
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JPMorgan Chase rolls out new effort to expand economic opportunity
The bank plans to lend $80 billion to small businesses over the next 10 years as part of what it's calling the "American Dream Initiative."
Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
JetBlue raises checked bag fees as fuel costs climb amid Iran war
JetBlue is hiking bag check fees as airlines face higher jet fuel costs related to the Iran war, making flying more expensive.
Online sports betting linked to rising delinquency rates, report finds
A study from the New York Fed found that delinquency rates increased faster in states where online sports betting is legal.
Fed's Powell tells students not to despair despite tough job market
In a Monday speech, Powell also touched on the impact of the Iran war, saying that longer-term inflation expectations remain in check.
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Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 probe sue Patel, Bondi over their firing
The three former agents were seasoned investigators who primarily handled public corruption investigations and were assigned to special counsel Jack Smith's team.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
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Gas price rises as Trump mulls dropping bid to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump indicates he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over the $4 mark.
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Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Barbie Dream Fest disappoints some attendees
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
NYT accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policy
The New York Times says the Defense Department flouted a court order blocking it from enforcing a policy limiting press access to the Pentagon.
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Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
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Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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Questions about bullet used to kill Charlie Kirk
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, are looking to review an analysis that couldn't conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Lawyers for Kirk suspect ask to delay hearing
A new court filing reveals defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, claim an ATF analysis could not conclusively connect the bullet that killed Kirk to the gun Robinson allegedly used. Now the lawyers are asking to delay Robinson's preliminary hearing to review the evidence. Carter Evans reports.
Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
New details on Michigan attacker's activity
The FBI has labeled the March 12 attack on a Michigan synagogue as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
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Artemis astronaut on risks of mission
The Artemis II mission could lift off as soon as Wednesday in a historic space flight around the moon. The crew of four has been training for nearly three years for the nine-day mission. Mark Strassmann gives a look at the risks and safety of space travel.
Good weather predicted ahead of Artemis II launch
Forecasters are predicting good weather ahead of the scheduled, historic Artemis II moon mission on Wednesday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins from the Kennedy Space Center with the latest on preparations.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
Former NASA astronaut on Artemis II launch
A crew of four astronauts are set for liftoff on Wednesday in a mission that will take them around the moon. Former NASA astronaut Terry Hart joins "The Takeout" to discuss the historic Artemis II effort.
Artemis II to launch this week
NASA is hoping to lift off Wednesday on its Artemis II mission that will send a four-member crew on a nine-day trip around the moon and back before splashing down off the coast of San Diego. Mark Strassmann has more.
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Trump slams U.S. allies again
President Trump slammed U.S. allies on social media Tuesday morning for not helping the U.S. in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.
Latest on Colorado conversion therapy case
The Supreme Court sided with a Colorado counselor in a challenge to the state's ban on conversion therapy for minors. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was the lone dissenter. CBS News' Jan Crawford and Katrina Kaufman have more.
SCOTUS decision on conversion therapy case
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged the state's ban on conversion therapy for minors, ruling 8-1 that the law regulates speech based on viewpoint when applied to talk therapy by the counselor. CBS News' Jan Crawford, Katrina Kaufman, and legal contributor Jessica Levinson have more.
Questions about bullet used to kill Charlie Kirk
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, are looking to review an analysis that couldn't conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.