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Thousands of people from around the world flocked to St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City Wednesday to pay their respects to Pope Francis. CBS News papal and Vatican contributor Monsignor Anthony Figueiredo has more.
Pope Francis is lying in state at St. Peter's Basilica for three days before his funeral on Saturday. CBS News' Tina Kraus has the latest from Rome.
Pope Francis left behind instructions to make his funeral and burial as simple as possible. This comes as the Vatican prepares to carry out a centuries-long tradition in the Catholic Church. CBS News contributor Delia Gallagher has the latest, and Michael Sean Winters, a reporter with The National Catholic Reporter, joins CBS News with more details on the conclave process.
Nationally, the median funeral cost, including casket and burial, is more than $8,000.
Not planning for your funeral can leave survivors deep in debt in what's known as "funeral poverty." Mark Strassmann reports.
A memorial service for former President Jimmy Carter was held in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday at the Carter Center. His son, grandson and others paid tribute to Carter's life, work and legacy. His body will lie in repose until Tuesday, when he is transported to Washington, D.C. Jericka Duncan and Major Garrett anchored a CBS News Special Report.
America's final salute to former President Jimmy Carter began Saturday with a funeral procession in Plains, Georgia. Carter died Sunday at age 100. A hearse carrying Carter's casket left Phoebe Sumter Medical Center and traveled through Plains with a stop at the 39th president's boyhood home in Archery. The motorcade will then travel to Atlanta. Jericka Duncan and Major Garrett anchored a CBS News Special Report.
A political who's who attended former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral on Thursday, including several presidents who were elected by emulating his "dark horse" campaign strategy. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser breaks down exactly how a Georgia peanut farmer won the nation's most powerful office roughly half a century ago.
Police share new information on deadly New Orleans truck attack; Final arrangements set for funeral of former President Jimmy Carter.
Former President Jimmy Carter was honored with a state funeral at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday before his body was flown home to his hometown of Plains, Georgia, for a private service at his family's church. President Biden gave a eulogy for the 39th president. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
The late President Jimmy Carter was being laid to rest in Plains, Georgia, on Thursday following a public ceremony in Washington, D.C., that was attended by President Biden, President-elect Donald Trump, and three other former presidents. Mark Strassmann reports.
Steven Ford, the son of late President Gerald Ford, delivered the eulogy Thursday that his father had written for late President Jimmy Carter. Steven Ford reflected on Carter's death with "America Decides."
Former President Jimmy Carter will be laid to rest in his hometown of Plains, Georgia on Thursday night. He will be buried next to his wife, Rosalynn Carter, outside the home they lived in for decades. Former CBS News president Susan Zirinsky joins "America Decides" to discuss his legacy as his body is brought into the Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell reports.
Former President Jimmy Carter's casket has arrived in Georgia where his family members and staff from The Carter Center will say their final goodbyes. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell reports.
Former President Jimmy Carter's casket has departed Washington, D.C, for a private funeral in Georgia. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell and Nikole Killion report.
Former President Jimmy Carter's casket is headed back to Georgia as his community prepares to say their final goodbyes. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
The state funeral of Jimmy Carter began Thursday with the casket of the former president entering the National Cathedral. Norah O'Donnell anchored CBS News' special report on the ceremony.
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
In the wake of Jimmy Carter's death in late December, one of the few surviving members of the 39th president's inner circle is recalling key moments from their decadeslong relationship. Gerald Rafshoon, Carter's former spokesman, recently sat down with CBS News' Robert Costa for an exclusive interview about his time working for the former president.
Jimmy Carter is lying in state at the U.S. Capitol ahead of his state funeral on Jan. 9. Scott MacFarlane has more on the late former president's journey from Georgia to Washington, D.C.
Former President Jimmy Carter made his final return to the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. His body will lie in state in the Capitol Building through Thursday ahead of his state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Members of Congress Tuesday took part in a memorial for the late President Jimmy Carter. Meghan Hays, former director of message planning in the Biden administration, and Maura Gillespie, former adviser to former House Speaker John Boehner, join "America Decides" to discuss his life and legacy.
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a eulogy for former President Jimmy Carter at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. She discussed his legacy as president and his extraordinary work redefining what it means to be a former president.
House Speaker Mike Johnson delivered a eulogy for former President Jimmy Carter at a funeral service at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. He reflected on Carter's roots in Georgia, his Naval service, his presidency and his life after.
Former President Jimmy Carter's casket was carried into the U.S. Capitol and into the Rotunda where he will lie in state until his funeral service on Thursday. Carter died at 100 and lived longer than any other U.S. president.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Three people were killed and 20 more injured in an explosion at a nursing home in Bristol, Pennsylvania, officials said.
A small Mexican navy plane on a medical mission crashed Monday near Galveston, Texas, killing at least six people.
Authorities said Melodee Buzzard's body was found in a rural area outside of Cainville, Utah, and her mother was arrested Tuesday morning.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Economists polled by financial data firm FactSet had forecast an annualized 3% pace for the July to September period.
Republican Ben Sasse represented Nebraska in the U.S. Senate from 2015 to 2023, then became president of the University of Florida.
ICE has filed more than 8,000 requests to toss out asylum claims in immigration court, asking judges to send immigrants to third-party countries.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Job listings for store Santas have plunged in recent years as more families shop online and retailers look to contain costs, a new analysis found.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
Job listings for store Santas have plunged in recent years as more families shop online and retailers look to contain costs, a new analysis found.
Concerns about inflation, tariffs and politics weighed on consumer sentiment in December, The Conference Board said.
Economic growth blew past forecasts in the third quarter despite ongoing concerns about jobs, tariffs and inflation.
The Federal Communications Commission says it's banning new foreign-made drones, a move that will keep new Chinese-made drones out of the U.S. market.
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Republican Ben Sasse represented Nebraska in the U.S. Senate from 2015 to 2023, then became president of the University of Florida.
The Federal Communications Commission says it's banning new foreign-made drones, a move that will keep new Chinese-made drones out of the U.S. market.
The 2025 Kennedy Center Honors will be broadcast tonight, Dec. 23, celebrating George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, Michael Crawford and Sylvester Stallone.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
Maintenance workers secured metal bars over the window thieves used to break into the Louvre in October.
Russia fired more than 650 drones and three dozen missiles at Ukraine in a major pre-Christmas attack, killing at least three people including a child.
The U.S. military says it struck a vessel that was allegedly carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific on Monday, killing one person — part of a months-long campaign of boat strikes near Latin America.
Philip Young was charged with 56 sexual offences, including multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with the intent to "stupefy" Joanne Young, his ex-wife.
The elusive street artist posted two photos of an artwork on his official Instagram account amid speculation that he was behind it. An identical image appeared elsewhere.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
Actor Mandy Patinkin and writer and director Aram Rappaport are behind the new murder mystery series, "The Artist," which is a work of historical fiction set in the Gilded Age. They speak to "CBS Mornings" about the series and how it got started. Patinkin also reflects on the life of Hollywood icon Rob Reiner.
Aubrey O'Day discusses the disturbing witness affidavit involving Sean "Diddy" Combs in a "CBS Mornings" interview on Tuesday.
The 2025 Kennedy Center Honors will be broadcast tonight, Dec. 23, celebrating George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, Michael Crawford and Sylvester Stallone.
Vince Zampella, a video game developer known for pioneering iconic franchises like "Call of Duty," died in a car crash on the Angeles Crest Highway in Los Angeles County on Sunday afternoon.
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
The DOJ released more than 10,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case. The release includes court records, emails, news clippings, photos, spreadsheets, audio and video files. It also offers new details on Epstein's associates, including President Trump. Mr. Trump has not been charged in connection with Epstein and the new documents do not accuse him of any crime. Scott MacFarlane has more.
The Justice Department released more than 10,000 files relating to Jeffrey Epstein early Tuesday morning. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more details.
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Two people are dead after an explosion at a nursing home in Bristol, Pennsylvania, and several are still missing, Gov. Josh Shapiro said. CBS Philadelphia reporter Nikki DeMentri reports.
When the Canadian Pacific Kansas City holiday train rolls into town, the tracks transform into a holiday festival. Lana Zak has the story.
Regulators at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave the green light to a pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy, the first daily oral medication approved to treat obesity. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Between now and 2030, about 10,000 Americans will turn 65 every single day, giving rise to a term known as the "sandwich generation" -- adults who find themselves caring for their aging parents while still raising their own children. CBS News spoke to one woman about her struggles.
Federal investigators are looking into what caused a deadly plane crash in Galveston Bay, off the Texas coast. A medical plane transporting a child burn victim from Mexico went down with eight people on board. Five were killed, including the 2-year-old. Karen Hua has more on the rescue mission.