New WIC rules include more money for fruits and vegetables
The federal program that helps pay for groceries for millions of low-income mothers, babies and young kids will emphasize more fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
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The Dish: Ryan Fernandez
Ryan Fernandez's culinary career started as a side gig. Now, the chef — born in India and raised in Ireland and Texas — is whipping up unique dishes, combining the flavors of his childhood with Southern classics. Jeff Glor reports.
Report: 1 billion meals wasted daily in 2022
According to the United Nations Environment Programme, humans wasted 19% of all available food in 2022. That's equivalent to one billion meals per day. Brian Roe, agricultural and environmental economics professor at Ohio State University, joins CBS News to discuss the implications.
Inside New York's "The Dead Rabbit"
"The Dead Rabbit" in New York City brings a genuine Irish pub experience to life. With a selection of traditional beers and cocktails and floors covered in sawdust, it echoes the ambiance of Ireland's storied bars. Co-founder Jack McGarry, who was once crowned the world's best bartender, opens up about his dual journey. He discusses managing the acclaimed bar and navigating his personal path to recovery.
Bill would ban Flamin' Hot Cheetos in Calif. schools
If you're a Flamin' Hot Cheetos fan in California, there might be some bad news on the way. A new bill proposed in the California State Assembly is seeking to stop all schools from selling or providing foods with artificial color dyes and titanium dioxide due to their potentially negative health effects.
Latina-owned business breaking barriers at farmers market in Wayne, Pa.
Veronica Fitzgerald, owner of V Empanadas, is leading the way for Latina-owned businesses in Delaware County.
SF Mission District's La Vaca Birria owner defends price of his $22 burritos
A restaurant owner in San Francisco's Mission District responded to concerns from a customer about the rising cost of one of the burritos on his menu, which has spiked to $22.
Climate change will make bananas cost more. Experts say prices should rise.
Experts say climate change will drive up the price of bananas, but consumers should already be paying more.
How women and foreigners are driving Japan's ramen renaissance
Women long avoided Japan's ubiquitous ramen shops, but could female and foreigner-powered innovation save the humble noodle soup?
FDA says to throw away these 6 cinnamon products that contain lead
After traces of lead in applesauce poisons nearly 470 people, mostly young kids, FDA finds the metal in more food items.
Drought takes devastating toll on crawfish industry
Crawfish, the crustacean that looks like a tiny lobster and tastes like a salty combination of shrimp and crab has been hard to find this year because of a devastating drought. Janet Shamlian has more.
Krispy Kreme is giving out free donuts on Super Tuesday
March 5 is Super Tuesday and Krispy Kreme is celebrating what it calls "Doughmocracy" on the super-sized election day by giving out free donuts.
Pop-Tarts asks Taylor Swift to release Chiefs treats recipe
The pop star is being sought out for baked goods she made for the Super Bowl winners.
The Dish: Paschal's
"The Dish" shines a spotlight on Paschal's, a cherished Georgia eatery known for its traditional Southern cuisine and its pivotal role in the civil rights movement. Operating for nearly 80 years, Paschal's serves as both a culinary destination and a historical landmark.
Ultra-processed foods linked to over 30 health issues, study finds
Researchers say consistent evidence shows ultra-processed foods, like packaged snacks and soda, are associated with a higher risk for cancer, major heart and lung conditions, mental health disorders and more.
Wendy's to introduce surge pricing in 2025
Wendy's says it will introduce surge pricing in 2025, meaning the cost of a burger or Frosty could go up at the busiest times of the day. Jo Ling Kent reports.
U.S. food prices at 30-year high
Even though economic reports show inflation is letting up, Americans are spending more on food than they have in three decades, according to new data from the Labor Department. Restaurants and food company executives are blaming labor and production costs. Jesse Newman, food reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joined CBS News to discuss the high prices.
Here's why food prices, from steak to fast-food meals, are still rising
Higher food prices partly caused the hotter-than-expected inflation report. Getting pinched at the grocery store is souring Americans on the economy.
Do's and don'ts for Super Bowl food safety
Super Bowl party food can go foul faster than you think. Here are some expert tips on what to do to stay safe, whether you're hosting or just chowing down.
General Mills urged to reduce plastic chemicals in food products
Consumer Reports said tests revealed "concerning" levels of phthalates in several of the food maker's products.
Coca-Cola debuts spicy raspberry soda amid boom in amped-up snacks
Coca-Cola Spiced will go on sale on February 19, marking the latest major rollout of a heat-packed take on a classic product.
FDA says hands tied after suspect named in applesauce lead poisonings
Ecuador's authorities allege that Carlos Aguilera, a cinnamon grinder in that country, is "the likely source" of the contaminated spices that led to the recall of WanaBana applesauce.
Salt in tea? Recipe sparks tension between U.S. and U.K.
The American embassy says the nation's relationship with the U.K. is in "hot water" after a U.S. chemist suggested British tea is missing salt – but elsewhere in the world, that ingredient isn't unusual.
California restaurant incorporates kitchen robots and AI
CaliExpress's reliance on technology has reduced the amount of humans it needs to hire.
Ravens or Chiefs? Jimmy's Famous Seafood, Joe's Kansas City BBQ bet to feed the AFC winner's fire department
Jimmy's Famous Seafood and Joe's Kansas City BBQ made a bet that the loser of the AFC Championship game Sunday will feed the winner's fire department.
Trump lashes out at Team USA athlete for sharing thoughts on politics
President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the Milano Cortina Winter Games shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.
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Super Bowl 2026 live updates on today's Seahawks vs. Patriots showdown
The Seattle Seahawks take on the New England Patriots Sunday in the 2026 Super Bowl. Get live updates here.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Lindsey Vonn undergoes surgery for leg fracture after crash at Winter Olympics
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
Democrat wins Louisiana state House special seat in district Trump won
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez defeated her Republican opponent in a district President Trump won by 13 points in 2024.
Ilia Malinin leads Team USA to gold in Olympic figure skating team event
Team USA defended its Olympic figure skating team event gold medal on Sunday after Ilia "Quad God" ushered the team to victory at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Lawmakers in standoff over ICE reforms as DHS funding deadline approaches
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are locked in a standoff over reforming the nation's immigration enforcement operation as a deadline to reach a resolution and fund the Department of Homeland Security approaches.
Starmer's aide quits over ambassador appointment despite Epstein links
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, said he took responsibility for advising Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson.
DNI whistleblower complaint has intercept of call between foreign nationals
A whistleblower complaint includes highly-classified details about a National Security Agency intercept of a call between two foreign nationals who discussed a person close to President Trump, two sources said.
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Gonzales defends conditions at Texas detention center with measles outbreak
Rep. Tony Gonzales said the Dilley detention facility, the only immigration facility that houses children, is "nicer than some elementary schools."
Ilia Malinin leads Team USA to gold in Olympic figure skating team event
Team USA defended its Olympic figure skating team event gold medal on Sunday after Ilia "Quad God" ushered the team to victory at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Super Bowl 2026 live updates on today's Seahawks vs. Patriots showdown
The Seattle Seahawks take on the New England Patriots Sunday in the 2026 Super Bowl. Get live updates here.
Lawmakers in standoff over ICE reforms as DHS funding deadline approaches
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are locked in a standoff over reforming the nation's immigration enforcement operation as a deadline to reach a resolution and fund the Department of Homeland Security approaches.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Tony Gonzales join Margaret Brennan.
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Diamonds endure as the industry feels the pressure
For over five centuries, Antwerp's diamond district has been the cornerstone of the global diamond trade. Now, that legacy is under strain.
Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
Here's how much Bad Bunny is expected to earn from his halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
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Gonzales defends conditions at Texas detention center with measles outbreak
Rep. Tony Gonzales said the Dilley detention facility, the only immigration facility that houses children, is "nicer than some elementary schools."
Lawmakers in standoff over ICE reforms as DHS funding deadline approaches
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are locked in a standoff over reforming the nation's immigration enforcement operation as a deadline to reach a resolution and fund the Department of Homeland Security approaches.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Tony Gonzales join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Tony Gonzales, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.
DNI whistleblower complaint has intercept of call between foreign nationals
A whistleblower complaint includes highly-classified details about a National Security Agency intercept of a call between two foreign nationals who discussed a person close to President Trump, two sources said.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa released from prison
Juan Guanipa, one of the closest allies of opposition powerhouse María Corina Machado, had been held at a detention facility since May 2025.
Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Tony Gonzales, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.
Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with David Becker, executive director of the Center for Election Innovation and Research and a CBS News election law contributor, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.
Trump lashes out at Team USA athlete for sharing thoughts on politics
President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former FDA commissioner, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026. Dr. Gottlieb also sits on the boards of Pfizer and United Health Care.
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Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some notable people who left us this week, including singer LaMonte McLemore, a founding member of vocal group The 5th Dimension.
Don Henley reflects on the Eagles' "miraculous run," Glenn Frey, and more
Don Henley acknowledges the Eagles are "kind of a staple" as they sell out shows at the Las Vegas Sphere and cement their status with the best-selling album of all time.
Extended Interview: Don Henley
Singer-songwriter Don Henley reflects on the Eagles' decades-long career, the larger than life legacy of his late bandmate Glenn Frey, and the emotional moment he saw Frey's son Deacon perform in his father's place. He also emphasizes the importance of connecting with fans, saying "music is medicine. And people need some medicine right now."
50 years later, the Eagles still soar
Fifty years ago, the Eagles released their first "Greatest Hits" album, which became the best-selling of all time. The legendary rock band still performs to sold-out crowds today. Don Henley talks to Tracy Smith.
Faith Salie on fiery "Heated Rivalry" romance
Faith Salie breaks down why HBO's "Heated Rivalry" is setting the internet on fire with its story of a secret romance between rival pro hockey players.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest on the search for Nancy Guthrie
Savannah Guthrie and her siblings posted a third video on Saturday, pleading for their mother's return after she went missing last week. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
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New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
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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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Guthrie asks for mother's return in new video
It's been one week since Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother was abducted from her Tucson home. The "Today" show anchor released a new video Saturday night pleading for her mother's safe return, saying, "we will pay."
Becker: Election officials "very concerned"
David Becker, executive director of the Center for Election Innovation and Research and a CBS News election law contributor, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that election officials are "very concerned" about President Trump's push to "consolidate more power than the Constitution granted by seizing the mechanisms of elections."
Face the Nation: Gonzales, Becker, Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? Rep. Tony Gonzales, Center for Election Innovation and Research Executive Director David Becker, and former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb join.
Dr. Scott Gottlieb on measles outbreak
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb, who sits on the boards of Pfizer and UnitedHealthcare, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the current measles outbreak could be a "long cycle, especially now that this has gotten embedded in political psyche in this country."
Gonzales on ICE warrants
Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "administrative warrants work," amid controversy over immigration officials using them instead of warrants issued by a judge. He added that a judge "should not hold up everything we're seeing."