"Squid Game" costumes are hot. Getting one may cost you.
Plenty of costumes are available on Amazon, Etsy and other retailers — but getting one before October 31 may cost you.
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Amazing Halloween lawn decorations for next-level neighborhood fun
Get your yard ready for the Halloween spooky season with these devilish decorations from Amazon.
The 10 best Halloween movies of all time, ranked
From "It" to "Halloween," here's where to stream the best rated Halloween fright-night shows and movies ever made.
Smart home Halloween: Special FX for a spooky, next-level house
Your haunted house will be spookier than ever with these high-tech haunts on Amazon.
U.S. surpasses 9 million coronavirus cases
There have now been over 9 million coronavirus cases in the United States, rising by nearly 100,000 cases on Friday alone. Some states are doubling down on safety measures, while others are still resisting stricter guidelines. Halloween and the election are complicating the country's battle against the pandemic. Michael George reports.
The 25 best horror movies, ranked
A list of the most critically acclaimed scary films of all time -- and where to stream them right now.
Gottlieb says vaccines could be approved for kids 5-11 by end of October
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says vaccines could be available to kids by Halloween under the "best case scenario."
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Heidi Klum showed her Halloween spirit by dressing as the werewolf from Michael Jackson's famous "Thriller" music video. "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier has that plus singer Josh Groban's experience being blocks away from the NYC attack.
Sen. Lankford on social media
Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma, who's on the Senate Intelligence Committee, joins "CBS This Morning" from Capitol Hill to discuss Tuesday's hearing on Russian influence in social media with Facebook, Twitter and Google representatives. In light of the New York terror attack, he also talks about extreme vetting and the green card lottery system.
NYC hospital
About a dozen people are being treated at New York City hospitals after a driver plowed into pedestrians and cyclists along a bike path. Six people were pronounced dead at the scene and another two died at area hospitals, NYC officials said. CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller joins CBSN with the latest from Bellevue Hospital, where some of the victims are being treated.
Halloween costume controversy
Baltimore-area schools have released statements after photos of students wearing racially insensitive Halloween costumes went viral over the weekend. CBS Baltimore's Jonathan McCall reports.
Halloween at White House
President Trump invited the press corps' kids to the White House for Halloween and handed out treats in the Oval Office. He also delivered a few jokes. Watch his remarks.
Halloween dog parade
Some New York City dogs donned their finest Halloween costumes Saturday for the Tompkins Square Park Halloween dog parade. Proceeds from the parade went to the park's dog run. Reena Ninan has more.
Halloween scare
A Halloween decoration at a home in Tennessee was mistaken for a crime scene. CBSN anchor Stephanie Sy has more.
5 unexpected election predictors
From Halloween masks to a Chinese monkey believed to have the power of prophecy, these 5 things have successfully predicted the presidential election for decades
Annual Halloween parade
New York City's Greenwich Village got in the Halloween spirit Monday night, for the 43rd annual Halloween parade. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil was there -- and got a look at some of the coolest and wackiest costumes.
NICU babies Halloween
Some tiny babies got custom crocheted Halloween costumes made for them by their nurse at a hospital in North Carolina. See these babies transformed into superheroes.
Celebrity Halloween costumes
Halloween is the perfect opportunity to dress up -- and celebrities are no exception. See some of the best celebrity costumes this Halloween.
Calendar: Week of October 31
"Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead, from Halloween and National Sandwich Day to the 100th anniversary of the birth of Walter Cronkite. Jane Pauley reports.
Scary buddy movie
Sam and Mattie have quite a long list of accomplishments. The pair met while competing in the Special Olympics and forged a special bond. Their friendship has taken them many places, but it was a surprise to many when one of their wacky adventures landed them in front of and behind the camera for a zombie horror movie. Steve Hartman reports.
Grandma's Halloween display depicts police shootings
While her neighbors put out pumpkins and plastic ghosts, LaRethia Haddon built her yard's Halloween display around what she believes children these days are really scared of.
Nonprofit creates Halloween magic for kids in wheelchairs
Magic Wheelchair is making Halloween dreams come true
Surveillance cameras caught adults in San Diego looting Halloween candy from front porches
Surveillance cameras caught adults in San Diego looting Halloween candy from front porches. Kelly Hessedal of the CBS affiliate KFMB has more on the trick-or-treat thievery.
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A Russian passenger jet carrying 224 people crashed in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula shortly after takeoff; A popular haunt near Los Angeles isn't a house that gives trick-or-treaters nightmares.
A popular haunt near Los Angeles isn't a house that gives trick-or-treaters nightmares
A popular haunt near Los Angeles isn't a house that gives trick-or-treaters nightmares. Instead, it's a place for friendly spirits. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Trump made over $1 billion on crypto ventures last year, disclosure shows
President Trump earned more than a billion dollars from crypto-related ventures alone last year, according to a financial disclosure, including from his meme coin business and his family's cryptocurrency venture.
Millions of Americans could experience hottest July 4th ever
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
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With indirect U.S.-Iran talks resuming, Vance says "core mission" achieved
Vance says the U.S. has accomplished its "core mission" in Iran, as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meet mediators in Qatar, but not Iranians.
New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
Details emerge of Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding events at MSG
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, the band says.
Phil Weiser projected to win Democratic primary for Colorado governor
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser is the winner in the pivotal race to be the Democratic nominee for governor in Colorado, AP projects.
Rescuers in Venezuela race to save security guard trapped under building
Hernan Gil Flores is believed to still be in the security booth of the building's underground parking garage. His wife says rescuers have been able to make contact with him and get him water.
Anthropic says Trump admin. lifted restrictions on powerful Claude AI models
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic says the federal government lifted a set of restrictions on its powerful Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, resolving a weekslong dispute.
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Woman survives falling 1,500 feet down Mount Shasta
A woman suffered injuries but survived falling 1,500 feet down California's Mount Shasta, which she had attempted to climb, officials said.
Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Millions of Americans could experience hottest July 4th ever
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
Aspen Acres Fire burns dozens of homes in southern Colorado
The Aspen Acres Fire has destroyed 55 homes in Custer County and more than 100 structures in Pueblo County.
House GOP agenda stalls over holdouts' insistence on SAVE America Act
The holdouts blocked Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to merge the SAVE America Act with the annual defense policy bill before sending it over to the Senate.
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Anthropic says Trump admin. lifted restrictions on powerful Claude AI models
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic says the federal government lifted a set of restrictions on its powerful Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, resolving a weekslong dispute.
Trump made over $1 billion on crypto ventures last year, disclosure shows
President Trump earned more than a billion dollars from crypto-related ventures alone last year, according to a financial disclosure, including from his meme coin business and his family's cryptocurrency firm.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
Egg producers reach federal and state settlement after price-fixing probe
Three U.S. egg producers will be required to provide 53 million eggs to food banks and to pay a $3.3 million financial penalty.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors fuel big bets on prediction markets
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
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New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
Melat Kiros projected to defeat Diana DeGette in Colorado Congressional primary
Challenger Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, is the projected winner of the Democratic primary in Colorado's First Congressional District.
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Labor activist Dolores Huerta says Trump "does not know history"
Longtime labor activist Dolores Huerta says President Trump's disparaging remarks about Mexicans show he "does not know history," and called on Latinos in California, Texas and other states to push for change.
Phil Weiser projected to win Democratic primary for Colorado governor
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser is the winner in the pivotal race to be the Democratic nominee for governor in Colorado, AP projects.
Progressive Manny Rutinel projected to win the Democratic primary in CD-8
Progressive Manny Rutinel is the projected winner in the Democratic primary in Colorado's 8th Congressional District, a GOP-held seat that is one of the handful of toss-up districts in the country.
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Medicare to help pay for some GLP-1 drugs
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
What is the viral trend looksmaxxing?
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
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How Iran could try to control the Strait of Hormuz — and profit from it
Some experts say the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war state, so what could the future of this vital shipping lane look like?
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With indirect U.S.-Iran talks resuming, Vance says "core mission" achieved
Vance says the U.S. has accomplished its "core mission" in Iran, as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meet mediators in Qatar, but not Iranians.
At least 14 kids killed as Pakistan tutoring center's roof collapses
The roof of a private tutoring center in Lahore, Pakistan, collapsed, killing more than a dozen pupils and leaving at least eight more injured, authorities say.
Rescuers in Venezuela race to save security guard trapped under building
Hernan Gil Flores is believed to still be in the security booth of the building's underground parking garage. His wife says rescuers have been able to make contact with him and get him water.
U.S. announces new bank alert targeting powerful drug cartel
Two men and nine companies are accused of being tied to a cartel-linked fuel theft ring intended to evade taxes while generating tens of millions of dollars annually.
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Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Swift, Kelce hosting 2 events at MSG: sources
While there's still no official word from Taylor Swift or Travis Kelce on their wedding, some law enforcement sources are talking details. Jo Ling Kent has more from Madison Square Garden.
New details on Swift-Kelce wedding events
After all the speculation, law enforcement sources are revealing new information about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding events this holiday weekend. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Taylor Swift's history with MSG, from talent competition to wedding bash
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Clues at MSG fuel Swift-Kelce wedding rumors
Crews were seen unloading covered equipment from trucks into Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, fueling rumors that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be holding their wedding there this weekend.
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Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
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.
U.S. eases restrictions on Mythos AI model
The Trump administration is allowing Anthropic to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for a select group of U.S. companies and federal agencies. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to discuss.
How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
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NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
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3 in custody after CBS News Chicago crew attacked near Adler Planetarium
During the incident, a reporter and photographer were approached by three men, one with a dog, before their news truck and gear were destroyed.
U.S. announces new bank alert targeting powerful drug cartel
Two men and nine companies are accused of being tied to a cartel-linked fuel theft ring intended to evade taxes while generating tens of millions of dollars annually.
Suspect in D.C. Israeli murders back in court
The man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., is back in court today. CBS News crime and public safety unit's senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more on the case.
Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Over half a million dollars stolen from ATMs in "jackpotting" scheme
Four men are accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from ATMs in Connecticut, in a "jackpotting scheme," authorities said.
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NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
Medicare to help pay for some GLP-1 drugs
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
Supreme Court rules on major cases
On the last day of its term, the Supreme Court rejected President Trump's effort seeking to end birthright citizenship. The high court also ruled states can continue to ban transgender athletes from competing in female sports. Jan Crawford has more.
Higher travel prices for Fourth of July
More than 72 million will travel 50 miles or more during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, according to AAA. Most will drive and find gas prices up about 66 cents per gallon compared to this time last year. Domestic airfare is up about 31%.
Trump reports $1.4B in crypto earnings
President Trump's financial disclosure laid out how his crypto-related ventures netted him over a billion dollars in the last year. CBS News' Aaron Navarro breaks down Trump's earnings.