Nature: Snowy owl
We leave you this Sunday Morning in Genesee County in western New York, home to a snowy - and presumably - wise old owl. Videographer: Carl Mrozek
Russia calls Trump's demand for Ukraine ceasefire in 50 days unacceptable
As Trump demands a deal to end the Ukraine war in 50 days, Russia's deputy foreign minister says "demands, especially ultimatums, are unacceptable."
Trump admin. releases 2,000 California National Guard members from L.A. duty
The Trump administration is releasing thousands of California National Guard troops from a federal mission in Los Angeles.
Former DOJ prosecutors seek to derail Emil Bove's federal judge nomination
A group of former prosecutors are pushing to block the judicial nomination of Emil Bove, a former Trump attorney who they accused of being a "hatchet man," according to memos obtained by CBS News.
Senate to move on Trump request to cut foreign aid, public media funding
Some senators have concerns as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act on the rescissions request.
Arrest made in shooting of "American Idol" executive and her husband, police say
Police say that one person is in custody in connection with the shooting, which left "American Idol" executive Robin Kaye and her husband dead, according to a show spokesperson.
Bipartisan lawmakers reup immigration bill amid Trump deportation crackdown
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Tuesday reintroduced a comprehensive bill to reform the immigration system.
2025 Emmy nominations are announced: See the full list
"Severance," "The White Lotus," "The Studio" and "Hacks" are among the shows that earned top nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards as the 2025 nominees were announced Tuesday morning.
Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
Backers of the Genius Act, a potentially landmark bill that could help "stablecoins" go mainstream, say it would greatly speed electronic payments.
Florida puts man to death as U.S. executions surpass total for 2024
A man who fatally shot another man and a woman outside a Florida bar as part of an attempted revenge killing was executed Tuesday.
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Arkansas one of several states weighing fluoride ban
Arkansas State Sen. Bryan King has been trying to repeal a 2011 mandate that added fluoride to most public drinking water.
Man, 80, ran 135 miles in "world's toughest race," and he hopes to continue
Bob Becker, 80, made history this July as the oldest runner to complete the Badwater 135, a 135-mile ultramarathon through Death Valley.
Apps that track ICE agent locations help alleviate migrant workers' fears
Oscar, who is living and working in the U.S. legally, uses the Coqui app to check if ICE agents are nearby, fearing improper detention and deportation.
Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
Backers of the Genius Act, a potentially landmark bill that could help "stablecoins" go mainstream, say it would greatly speed electronic payments.
Trump admin. releases 2,000 California National Guard members from L.A. duty
The Trump administration is releasing thousands of California National Guard troops from a federal mission in Los Angeles.
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Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
Backers of the Genius Act, a potentially landmark bill that could help "stablecoins" go mainstream, say it would greatly speed electronic payments.
Federal judge halts CFPB rule to remove medical debt from credit reports
The ruling targets a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule that would have removed medical debt from 15 million credit reports.
How do you stop an AI model from turning Nazi? What the Grok drama reveals.
The latest Grok controversy is revealing not for the extremist outputs, but for how it exposes a fundamental dishonesty in AI development.
Which countries could Trump hit with 100% tariffs over ties with Russia?
More than a dozen countries stand in the crosshairs of Trump's threat to impose 100% tariffs over their economic ties to Russia.
CPI rose in June to 2.7% annual rate, highest since February
The Consumer Price Index in June rose 2.7% on an annual basis, in line with economists' predictions.
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Arkansas one of several states weighing fluoride ban
Arkansas State Sen. Bryan King has been trying to repeal a 2011 mandate that added fluoride to most public drinking water.
Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
Backers of the Genius Act, a potentially landmark bill that could help "stablecoins" go mainstream, say it would greatly speed electronic payments.
Former DOJ prosecutors seek to derail Emil Bove's federal judge nomination
A group of former prosecutors are pushing to block the judicial nomination of Emil Bove, a former Trump attorney who they accused of being a "hatchet man," according to memos obtained by CBS News.
Trump admin. releases 2,000 California National Guard members from L.A. duty
The Trump administration is releasing thousands of California National Guard troops from a federal mission in Los Angeles.
Bipartisan lawmakers reup immigration bill amid Trump deportation crackdown
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Tuesday reintroduced a comprehensive bill to reform the immigration system.
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Arkansas one of several states weighing fluoride ban
Arkansas State Sen. Bryan King has been trying to repeal a 2011 mandate that added fluoride to most public drinking water.
Popular yogurt recalled nationwide due to possible plastic pieces
Plastic pieces were discovered in the dome toppers of YoCrunch products, the FDA said in a recall alert.
The rise in body image concerns among kids
Dr. Sheryl Ziegler joins "CBS Morning" to discuss the rise in body image concerns among children as young as 6 years old and what parents can do to promote a healthy mindset during the crucial middle childhood years.
Nicotine pouch ingestions among children have surged, new study finds
The study, published Monday in the journal Pediatrics, found a 763% increase in the rate of reported nicotine pouch ingestions among children younger than 6 from 2020 to 2023.
FDA approves new blue food dye derived from gardenia fruit
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new blue color additive derived from the fruit of the gardenia, a flowering evergreen, for use in a variety of drinks and candies.
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Erotic ancient mosaic stolen by Nazi captain returns to Pompeii
The mosaic shows a pair of lovers who are partially undressed. The tile may have been in a bedroom floor, Pompeii officials said.
FBI shares images of Iran officials accused in Robert Levinson's abduction
The FBI released seeking information posters for three Iranian intelligence officers accused in the 2007 abduction of retired FBI special agent Robert Levinson.
What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
AI-generated porn scandal rocks oldest university in Hong Kong
The university sparked outrage over a perceived lenient punishment after it said it had only sent a warning letter to the student and demanded he apologize.
Men sentenced to over 4 years in prison for cutting down iconic tree
Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers were sentenced to more than 4 years in prison for cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap Tree in a "deliberate and mindless" act.
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Erotic ancient mosaic stolen by Nazi captain returns to Pompeii
The mosaic shows a pair of lovers who are partially undressed. The tile may have been in a bedroom floor, Pompeii officials said.
Nick Offerman brings humor and heart to "Smurfs" role
Nick Offerman talks about his role in the new "Smurfs" movie and how its message about community and purpose mirrors his own beliefs.
Cal Raleigh makes Home Run Derby history
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, nicknamed "Big Dumper," became the first catcher and first switch-hitter to win the derby. Harold Reynolds joins "CBS Mornings Plus" from Atlanta ahead of tonight's MLB All-Star Game.
John Morgan's next chapter
John Morgan joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about his debut album, "Carolina Blue," his chart-topping success as a songwriter, and what inspired his breakout track "Friends Like That."
Nick Offerman joins new "Smurfs" movie
Nick Offerman joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about voicing Ken, the brother of Papa Smurf, in the new "Smurfs" movie that follows the tiny blue heroes on a daring rescue mission.
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Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
Backers of the Genius Act, a potentially landmark bill that could help "stablecoins" go mainstream, say it would greatly speed electronic payments.
Nextdoor CEO shares how the app is changing
Neighborhood social network app Nextdoor is getting a redesign with some new features. Nextdoor CEO Nirav Tolia 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.
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Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips to China — a reversal in policy.
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What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
Teenager wants to cure skin cancer with soap
Teenage scientist Heman Bekele's ultimate goal is to cure melanoma. After winning 3M's Young Scientist Challenge by inventing soap that can cure skin cancer, he caught the attention of Dr. Jay William Fox, associate director at the University of Virginia's cancer center.
How to vet scientific research
Cabells Publishing, a scholarly analytics company, has flagged more than 19,000 journals as potentially predatory. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains how to know if you're getting accurate information.
North America's oldest known pterosaur discovered in Arizona, researchers say
Researchers were able to date the fossil of the flying reptile, a close cousin of dinosaurs, back to more than 209 million years ago.
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Bondi faces questions about Epstein files
Some in the MAGA movement are demanding more answers about the Justice Department's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, Julie K. Brown, investigative reporter for the Miami Herald, joins to discuss further.
U.S. Attorney says grand jury indictment of Vance Boelter is first step in seeking death penalty
Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson said the indictment includes a "notice of special findings," which he says is the first step in seeking the death penalty.
AI-generated porn scandal rocks oldest university in Hong Kong
The university sparked outrage over a perceived lenient punishment after it said it had only sent a warning letter to the student and demanded he apologize.
Beyonce's unreleased music stolen in Atlanta
Beyonce's unreleased music, footage, show plans and concert set lists for her "Cowboy Carter" tour were stolen from a rented car in Atlanta on July 8, police said. CBS News' Michael George has the latest details.
Unreleased Beyoncé music stolen in Atlanta after car break-in, police say
Unreleased music by Beyoncé was stolen from a vehicle in Atlanta last week as the singer was in town for her Cowboy Carter Tour, according to police.
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What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Privately funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
Mars rock could fetch millions at auction
A piece of Mars is going up for auction this week, and it could go for as much as $4 million.
Axiom space crew returns from historic trip
Astronauts from India, Poland, Hungary and the U.S. are returning from the International Space Station following the historic Axiom Mission 4 trip. CBS News' consultant Bill Harwood joins with more details.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Fight over fluoride in water continues
The battle over adding fluoride to public drinking water supplies is heating up. Mark Strassmann reports.
App shows if ICE agents are nearby
To avoid being arrested, some migrants are using apps that tell them the location of ICE agents. Lilia Luciano has more.
Trump attends AI summit in Pittsburgh
President Trump was in Pittsburgh Tuesday for an artificial intelligence summit where companies announced more than $90 billion worth of investments in AI and the energy to power it. Nancy Cordes reports.
Search for flood victims continues in Texas
Search teams are still working their way up and down the Guadalupe River in Texas as they try to find the more than 100 people still missing. Jason Allen reports and Lonnie Quinn has a look at the flooding that was seen in the Northeast Monday night.
Issues at assisted living home before fire
Debbie Johnson says she worked the third shift as a nursing assistant at Gabriel House in Fall River, Massachusetts. She claims only two inexperienced employees were on when a deadly fire broke out earlier this week. Tom Hanson reports.