Republican Minn. Sen. Justin Eichorn charged after prostitution sting
A Republican Minnesota state senator arrested earlier this week after an alleged attempt to solicit sex from a minor faces federal charges.
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Man accused of hiding stolen ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" is dead
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
Voters in Michigan react to Vance-Walz debate
Republican Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off at CBS News' vice presidential debate Tuesday night. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan sat down with some voters in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to gauge their thoughts on the match-up.
What Michigan voters want from VP debate
Michigan and its 15 electoral votes are part of the "blue wall," the states that Democrats like to think are firmly in their camp. In 2016, former President Donald Trump became the first Republican to win there in nearly 30 years. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan is in Grand Rapids, Michigan, speaking to voters.
Trump holds first rally with running mate JD Vance
It was the pair's first event together since they became the GOP's nominees at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
First Trump-Vance rally; Biden recovers from COVID
Former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, will hold their first joint campaign rally Saturday in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Meanwhile, President Biden says he will return to the campaign trail next week after testing positive for COVID-19. CBS News' Willie James Inman and Taurean Small have the latest.
Jill Biden honors Betty Ford in Michigan
First lady Jill Biden traveled to Grand Rapids, Michigan, on Friday for the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation's annual First Ladies Luncheon. The event marked Betty Ford's 50th anniversary as a first lady. Anita McBride, former chief of staff to first lady Laura Bush, joins CBS News to reflect on the historic role of the president's spouse.
Michigan native William "Bill" Post, inventor of Pop-Tarts, dies at 96
William "Bill" Post, the Michigan native who was a key figure in creating Pop-Tarts, has died. He was 96.
Theft of ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" was reformed mobster's "one last score," court memo says
The aging reformed mobster who has admitted stealing a pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz" gave into the temptation of "one last score" after an old mob associate led him to believe the famous shoes were adorned with real jewels.
Terry Martin changes plea to guilty in theft of "The Wizard of Oz" ruby slippers
A 76-year-old Grand Rapids man has changed his plea to guilty in connection to the theft of a pair of ruby slippers from the classic 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz."
Gerald Ford Museum's presidential history
The Gerald Ford Museum isn't just in any building - it can be found in the former president's former residence. It displays everything from letters addressed to Ford from a copy of the pardon he signed to pardon Richard Nixon. Scott MacFarlane is in Grand Rapids with more.
Ex-head of Michigan medical marijuana board admits he took bribes
Rick Johnson, the former head of a Michigan medical marijuana licensing board, admits he took $110,000 in bribes.
Men convicted of supporting Whitmer kidnapping plot get lengthy sentences
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer spoke in a recorded video before the sentences were handed down, saying the actions of the three was a "threat to democracy itself."
2 men found guilty of conspiring to kidnap Michigan governor
A jury has convicted two men of conspiring to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 after a jury failed to reach a verdict in an earlier trial of the two men.
Michigan shooting spotlights police policies
The police shooting death of 26-year-old Patrick Lyoya in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is bringing renewed attention to police de-escalation policies and tactics. Adriana Diaz has more.
Patrick Lyoya's father says his son was "killed like an animal"
Grand Rapids police say they won't identify the officer unless he's named as a suspect. Protesters demanding his arrest hit the city's streets for the second straight night.
Videos show officer fatally shooting Black man
Another deadly police shooting of an unarmed Black man has led to protests and calls for an investigation. Patrick Lyoya was killed after a traffic stop escalated in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Adriana Diaz has the latest.
MI voters on Trump's speech
CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds watched President Trump's address to Congress with voters in Grand Rapids, MI. After the speech, citizens shared their impressions of the speech and their hopes for how it might translate into governance.
Trump speech in MI
President-elect Donald Trump continued his "Thank you" tour at a rally in Grand Rapids, MI on Friday, where he stressed his plans for the presidency and "putting America first." See his full speech here.
Alleged Michigan militia members in court
The U.S. Attorney's Office publicly released evidence on Friday in its case against six men charged in a plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Andrew Feathers of CBS Grand Rapids, Michigan, affiliate WWMT reports.
Marine vet wrongfully held by ICE will get $190,000
Grand Rapids will pay settlement to a Latino American war veteran who was wrongfully detained by federal immigration officials
Willie Nelson cancels tour due to "breathing problem"
Nelson isn't the only iconic rocker who has had to cancel a tour this year due to health complications
Amash gets standing ovation, resistance during town hall
Only congressional Republican to accuse Trump of impeachable conduct faced constituents in packed high school auditorium in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Skateboarding couple deface grave of former president, first lady
Police say they're looking for two people with skateboards who are suspected of defacing the gravesite of former President Gerald Ford and first lady Betty Ford in Grand Rapids
Suspects in Gerald Ford's grave vandalism turn themselves in
Two young people were seen on camera defacing the graves of the former president and the first lady
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
Epstein's longtime accountant testifying before House committee today
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
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DOJ's Alex Pretti probe excludes prosecutors who specialize in civil rights, sources say
Rank-and-file career prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division cases are not involved in investigating Alex Pretti's shooting death by federal agents, CBS News has learned, in a stark departure from historical practice.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
Howard Schultz said he and his wife will move to Florida as Washington weighs a roughly 10% annual tax on earnings over $1 million.
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Video appears to show NYC bomb suspect purchasing fuse at fireworks store
One of two men accused of throwing IEDs at protesters in New York City appears to have purchased fuses at a fireworks store in a Philadelphia suburb last week.
Latino Texans fueled Democratic primary turnout. What does it mean for midterms?
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
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Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
Howard Schultz said he and his wife will move to Florida as Washington weighs a roughly 10% annual tax on earnings over $1 million.
IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
First grizzly of 2026 spotted at Yellowstone, feeding on bison carcass
An image of the sighting showed the massive bear standing over the carcass near Yellowstone Lake.
Inflation held steady in February before Iran war drove up gas prices
The inflation data captures the period before the Iran war broke out. Since then, oil prices have surged, driving inflation fears.
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Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
Howard Schultz said he and his wife will move to Florida as Washington weighs a roughly 10% annual tax on earnings over $1 million.
IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
Inflation held steady in February before Iran war drove up gas prices
The inflation data captures the period before the Iran war broke out. Since then, oil prices have surged, driving inflation fears.
Can the president bring down gas prices? 5 options available to Trump.
Gas prices in the U.S. have surged roughly 20% since the attack on Iran. Read on to see what measures the Trump administration could take to offer relief.
Oil prices are falling — gas prices aren't. Here's why.
Even if oil prices ease, they won't return to the levels they were at before the war started, according to Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
Latino Texans fueled Democratic primary turnout. What does it mean for midterms?
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
Epstein's longtime accountant testifying before House committee today
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
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"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Budget cuts and fluoride fights aren't helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
6 of 7 Iranian soccer players granted asylum in Australia stay, rest head home
Australian officials say six of seven members of the Iranian women's soccer team who were granted asylum are staying but the seventh has changed her mind and will return home.
At least 6 killed in bus fire that may have been "deliberate," Swiss police say
Police are investigating after a fire on a regional bus in Kerzers, west of Switzerland's capital, killed at least six people.
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Flavor Flav celebrates women athletes
Pop culture icon Flava Flav stopped by "CBS Mornings" to discuss his plans to celebrate women Olympic and Paralympic medalists from the 2026 Winter Games.
Kurt Russell talks drama series "The Madison"
Kurt Russell, who stars in "The Madison," spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the series, explaining the script "was so familiar" and that he related to it. Russell praised creator Taylor Sheridan, who was also behind the popular series "Yellowstone," and discussed what it was like to work with Michelle Pfeiffer again decades later.
Oscars 2026: Behind the scenes with the best actor nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Dorrance on preserving tap dancing history
American tap dancer Michelle Dorrance talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about Brenda Bufalino's impact and preserving the 88-year-old's artistry for future generations in a project at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
Brenda Bufalino on evolution of tap dancing
American tap dancer Brenda Bufalino talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about the many ebbs and flows of the art form and reflects on her career.
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How Hollywood is grappling with AI
AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Details on Pentagon removal of Claude
CBS News exclusively obtained a Pentagon memo from earlier this month that went out to several senior defense leaders and commanders. It ordered the removal of Anthropic's AI technology from key national systems. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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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Pentagon memo orders commanders to remove Anthropic from key systems
The Defense Department has notified senior leadership that they must remove Anthropic's products from their system within 180 days, the latest salvo in a feud between the AI company and the Trump administration.
The evolution of Apple over 50 years
David Pogue, an author and correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning," talks about covering the rise of Apple over his career as the company is set to turn 50 next month, and his new book, "Apple: The First 50 Years."
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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New details about ISIS-inspired attack
New video has emerged of fuses being bought at a Pennsylvania fireworks store by one of the suspects accused of throwing explosive devices outside the New York City mayoral residence. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan has more.
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Video appears to show bomb suspect purchasing fuse at fireworks store
One of two men accused of throwing IEDs at protesters in New York City appears to have purchased fuses at a fireworks store in a Philadelphia suburb last week.
No harmful substances in NYC suspicious package
New York City police have given the all clear after concluding a suspicious package found near Gracie Mansion, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, was harmless.
Shots fired at U.S. consulate in Toronto
Shots were fired outside of the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada, early Tuesday morning, police said. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspicious package near NYC mayor's residence
There is a heavy police presence near New York City's Gracie Mansion, the official residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as officials investigate a suspicious package found in the area. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite set to crash down to Earth
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Flavor Flav celebrates women athletes
Pop culture icon Flava Flav stopped by "CBS Mornings" to discuss his plans to celebrate women Olympic and Paralympic medalists from the 2026 Winter Games.
February inflation numbers hold steady
February's CPI report shows inflation held steady. Erin Delmore, a geoeconomics correspondent, joins to break it down.
Dozens of U.S. forces injured in Kuwait
Dozens of U.S. service members suffered serious injuries in Kuwait as the war with Iran began, including shrapnel wounds and brain trauma, multiple sources told CBS News. Aaron Navarro has more.
Sen. Thune on GOP voting bill
Senate Majority Leader John Thune weighed in on the SAVE America Act on Tuesday, saying, "I can't guarantee an outcome" for the bill's passage. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
Debate: Do We Need God?
Religion has faded across the West, but the hunger for meaning hasn't. In an age of AI and scientific triumph, the oldest question remains. Steven Pinker and Ross Douthat debate God, morality, and whether a secular society can sustain itself.